About this experience
You will visit the main places of Pompeii reflecting various aspects of the life of ancient Pompeians: religion, politics, economy, art, family, erotic entertainment, sports. I will help you immerse yourself in another era, feel like real ancient Romans, and tell you about the lifestyle, traditions, technologies, and entertainments of the rich and poor residents of Pompeii.
What to Expect
Large and Small Theaters and their Lounges
You will learn everything about the cultural life of Pompeii: how both theaters were built, what Pompeians watched in each of them, and how visitors were seated. I will reveal to you the secret of why the lounges are called gladiators' barracks.
Lifestyle of Ancient Pompeians
We will visit the homes of rich and poor residents, where well-preserved wall frescoes, household items, and personal belongings of ancient Pompeians can be seen. You will visit the house of Poppea's relatives, the second wife of Nero, learn what Roman aristocrats could afford, and immerse yourself in that time. We will visit the public baths of Pompeii, where I will tell you whether the Romans were clean.
Layout of the Ancient City
Walking through the main streets and boulevards of Pompeii, you will see the famous Roman roads with pedestrian crossings, learn about ancient fast food and its visitors. We will visit Stefano's laundry, where I will tell you what residents used instead of soap and what Emperor Vespasian has to do with it. You will visit a public brothel, the "lupanar," where you can see unique erotic frescoes and learn the history of this place. At the public fountain of Pompeii, I will tell you how rainwater was collected, when the first aqueduct appeared, Roman hydraulics, and lead pipes.
Civic Forum and Temple of Apollo
The main square of Pompeii reflects the main spheres of city life: politics, religion, and economy. You will learn about the functions of the Pompeian forum and market, examine the city's oldest temple, and admire the magnificent view of Pompeii. Here I will tell you how the eruption of Vesuvius occurred and show you the casts of Pompeii - a monument to the city's last day of life.
Organizational Details
- We will meet at the entrance to Pompeii Villa dei Misteri, Porta Marina Superiore.
— This entrance is located near the Circumvesuviana train station.
— Cost of tickets from Naples to Pompeii and back: €6.
— If necessary, a transfer to and from Pompeii can be arranged for an additional fee.
— We can also arrange a meeting in Naples. - Entrance tickets to the excavations are paid separately: €18/person, free for children under 18 years old upon presentation of age-confirming documents.
