Pompeii & Naples Underground Tour: 2-Day Guided Experience

Summary

Discover Ancient Pompeii and Naples’ Hidden Underground

If you want to see Pompeii’s ruins up close and dive into Naples’ lively streets—and even its underground secrets—this tour gives you both. You’ll get real stories from local guides and see places most visitors miss.

What’s the experience like?

Walking through Pompeii, I could almost hear the echo of ancient footsteps on the old stone roads. The air was warm, a little dusty, and our guide—Antonio, a local who seemed to know every secret—pointed out faded frescoes and the grooves left by chariot wheels. We ducked into what used to be a bakery; the smell of ash and earth still lingered. It’s wild to see how much of daily life survived under all that volcanic rock. The villas, the shops, even the graffiti scratched into the walls—it all felt strangely close, like the people had just stepped out for a bit.

The next morning in Naples, we met up in the Centro Storico. The city’s energy hit me right away—scooters buzzing past, laundry flapping overhead, and the smell of espresso drifting from a tiny bar on Via Benedetto Croce. Our guide led us down Spaccanapoli, where the street artists and nativity scene makers on San Gregorio Armeno were already at work. We paused at Piazza del Gesù Nuovo, where locals gathered for a quick chat or a cornetto. Then came the real surprise: 121 steps down into the Naples Underground. Down there, it was cool and quiet, with ancient tunnels stretching out in every direction. The stories of hidden chambers and wartime shelters made the city above feel even more alive.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Pompeii and Naples Highlights

• Visit Pompeii ruins
• Walk Piazza del Gesù Nuovo
• Explore Naples Historic Center
• Visit Via San Gregorio Armeno
• Naples Underground tour

Top questions

Is transportation between Pompeii and Naples included?

No, transfers aren’t included. You’ll need to arrange your own way between meeting points, but both sites are easy to reach by train.

How many steps are there in the Naples Underground tour?

You’ll go down 121 steps. It’s not recommended for those with mobility issues or certain health conditions.

Can I switch the order of Pompeii and Naples days?

Yes, just let us know when booking and we’ll arrange the schedule to fit your plans.

What’s included

Your spot includes a professional, licensed guide for both days, skip-the-line entry to Naples Underground, and all guided tours in the city center and Pompeii. Meeting points are easy to find and right in the heart of each destination.