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Pompeii Quest: Escape the Eruption of Vesuvius

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105 to 135 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Your name is Octavia. You lived here almost 2,000 years ago. Today, as the sun climbs above Vesuvius, you begin reliving your last hours before the eruption: searching for your husband in the Forum, protecting your daughter, and escaping through streets that will soon be buried forever.

This self-guided quest takes you on a walk through the ruins of Pompeii. Using the Questo app on your smartphone, you follow Octavia's story at 14 stops: from the Forum and the Temple of Jupiter, through the House of the Faun and the Thermopolium, to the plaster casts of the Hortus of the Fugitives and the Amphitheatre.

One of the world's great archaeological sites, brought to life through a story that ends as Pompeii did.

Best during the day. Entry ticket to the Pompeii archaeological site required and not included. Explore 2.4 kilometres of ancient streets at your own pace.

Perfect for history lovers, couples, and families. No prior knowledge of Pompeii required.

What's Included

  • One device works for up to 3 players; buy extra tickets for the full multiplayer experience
  • Best during the day — start early to allow 2+ hours inside the Pompeii site
  • See the plaster casts of the Hortus of the Fugitives and the Cave Canem mosaic
  • Entry tickets.
  • Live tour guide (self-guided via the Questo app)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Via Villa dei Misteri
2, 80045 Pompei NA, Italy

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Piazza Immacolata
80045 Pompei NA, Italy

You will finish at the Amphitheater.

What To Expect

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Via Villa dei Misteri, 2

You will begin at the Ticket Office at Porta Marina Superiore. Here you will be given your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pompeii Archaeological Park

Here you will find your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Centauro di Igor Mitoraj

Study your next clue on Centaurus Statue.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Temple of Giove - Excavations

To unlock the next part of the story you will be given your next clue to solve the challenge that awaits you.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

House of the Tragic Poet

Look up your next clue to unlock the next part of the story and give you the correct directions.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

House of the Faun

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at House of the Faun. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fountain with relief of Silenus as fountain-god resting on a wineskin

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Fountain of Silenus. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Via Roma, 36

Receive your next clue at Bakery. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Foro di Pompei

Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Teatro Piccolo

Explore at your own pace while admiring the Teatro Piccolo around you.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Casa dei Ceii

To solve the challenge that awaits you at House of the Ceii you will be given the next clue.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Casa e Thermopolium di Vetutius Placidus

See the Thermopolium of Vetutius Placidus and get your next clue to solve the challenge and get new directions.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Garden of the Fugitives

Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace. The Garden of the Fugitives an archaeological site.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pompei

To solve the challenge that awaits you at Plaque of Domenico Fontana you will be given the next clue.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Amphitheatre of Pompeii

You will finish at the Amphitheater. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Pompeii Quest: Escape the Eruption of Vesuvius?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-107194P235

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  • One device works for up to 3 players; buy extra tickets for the full multiplayer experience
  • Best during the day — start early to allow 2+ hours inside the Pompeii site
  • See the plaster casts of the Hortus of the Fugitives and the Cave Canem mosaic
  • Visit the Forum, Temple of Jupiter, House of the Faun, and the Amphitheatre
  • Play as Octavia, reliving the last hours of Pompeii before the eruption of Vesuvius
  • Self-guided quest through the ruins of Pompeii
  • Entry tickets.
  • Live tour guide (self-guided via the Questo app)

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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