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Private Pompeii & Mt. Vesuvius Day Trip from Rome

An unforgettable visit to ancient ruins with all the details and transportation taken care of.

Hoping for a more private way to explore Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius without being on a bus? Then book this private day trip from Rome that lets you sit back and enjoy your tour instead of stressing about navigating, arranging tickets, and driving narrow Italian streets. With a private driver to lead you safely to and from Rome, your day in southern Italy is easy and memorable as you explore the most popular buried city in the world.

Private Pompeii & Mt. Vesuvius Day Trip from Rome

Transportation Included

  • A City Frozen in Time
  • Incredible Remains
  • Mount Vesuvius Hike
  • Front Door Service
  • Amazing Preservation
  • Pompeii to Mount Vesuvius
  • Back to Rome!

How many times in your life will you be able to say that you walked through an almost perfectly preserved ancient city and then climbed the volcano that destroyed it in the first place? We are guessing not too many, that’s why we offer this awesome experience of a lifetime with our Day Trip From Rome to Pompeii & Mount Vesuvius. 

Pompeii & Mt. Vesuvius Day Tour Description

This 12-hour private day trip includes:

Round-trip luxury transportation

An expert English-speaking archaeologist to lead your group in Pompeii

A customizable group size

The Ruins of Pompeii

Pompeii is a rare and beautiful archaeological site just south of Naples. In an instant, 13 to 20 feet (4-6 meters) of ash and pumice from the catastrophic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD buried this town in a uniquely tough form of ash and pumice. It left behind a remarkably preserved glimpse of life in Roman times for us to see today.

Our expert English-speaking tour guide will tell you many interesting facts about Pompeii, as well as make its story come alive with lesser-known knowledge. After weaving you through this ancient Roman city, they will then take you up to the crater of the magnificent Mount Vesuvius.

Mount Vesuvius

Mount Vesuvius is the only active volcano in mainland Europe, and the most studied in the world. It is also one of the most dangerous volcanos as it has a population of people living close by in the surrounding areas! This angry volcano supposedly ejected ash more than 20 miles into the air, during the fateful eruption of 79 AD. Visiting Mount Vesuvius is an experience of a lifetime.

Our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Rome, and at the end of this day trip, bring you back. There will be plenty of time for a lunch break in between the visiting the Pompeii site & Mt. Vesuvius. This is by far one of the most exciting things to do outside of Rome, a day full of adventure!

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Great day at Vesuvius

I would highly recommend the day trip to Pompeii and hike up Mt Vesuvius. Our driver Roberto was fantastic and our guides were wonderful.

Great walking tour of Venice with a bonus ride in a gondola

This was a great walking tour of Venice in 2 parts, morning and afternoon. Our guide Marco was excellent. He had the headsets and microphones that are so important when doing a walking tour in a city, so that we could hear him at all times. He took us around parts of the city to see hidden areas, and spent just the right amount of time walking, then stopping to talk about an area without lingering too long. You could tell he was a very experienced tour guide and I appreciated this. The gondola ride was so nice, and there were just 2 of us on the gondola which I was pleasantly surprised that we weren't grouped heavier, so that was very nice. The afternoon in the Doge's Palace was also at a perfect pace of walking, stopping, and talking. Thank you for a perfect tour in Venice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring?

Since you will be walking around on your feet for the day, wear comfortable shoes and bring sunscreen in the summertime.

Will the tour still run if it rains?

Yes. We run our tours rain or shine. If weather conditions are dangerous (high winds/rain, heavy snowfall), the climb to Mt. Vesuvius will be substituted. This is extremely rare.

Is lunch included?

Lunch is NOT included in the price of the tour.

Is a guided tour of Mt. Vesuvius included?

Yes! You will climb Mt. Vesuvius with a professional vulcanologist!

I'd love to go on this tour, but it's kind of last minute. What should I do?

If you are trying to make a booking up to 2 weeks in advance the website will show no availability. Feel free to contact us and we will do our best to accommodate you. If your party is larger than 7 participants, please contact us.

What is included in the price?

This tour includes a guided tour of the archaeological sites of Pompeii & Mt. Vesuvius, site admissions, full day transportation from and back to Rome including hotel pick-up & drop off.

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Private Pompeii and Vesuvius Tour from Naples Port

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Buried by an eruption from Mt. Vesuvius in 79 A.D., the ancient city of Pompeii offers a unique opportunity to walk its streets just as if it were 2,000 years ago. On this private Pompeii and Vesuvius tour from Naples port, you’ll also drive to the volcano itself and admire stunning views over the Bay of Naples. With personalized attention from your guide, skip the line entry to the ruins, and comfortable transportation throughout the day our Pompeii and Vesuvius tour offers the opportunity to enjoy natural and cultural heritage sites at your own pace.

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Visit the world-famous buried city and the volcano that did the damage on our private Pompeii and Vesuvius tour. Traveling with one of our expert local guides you’ll see the top sites of the colossal city of Pompeii, including the famous death casts, the forum and incredibly well-preserved private homes. Then, after a short break to grab lunch, you’ll board your luxury car or minivan for the scenic drive to Mt. Vesuvius. Climb the most famous volcano in the world before returning to the port.

Pompeii and Vesuvius Tour from Naples

After meeting your personal guide and driver at the cruise terminal in Naples, you will enjoy the short drive out to the UNESCO acclaimed ruins of Pompeii. Taking advantage of this time, your guide– an archaeologist or classical historian – will introduce to this unique site and the amazing sights you’ll encounter within. Once in Pompeii, you’ll benefit from skip-the-line, pre-booked entry and an expertly planned route uncovering the most representative sites inside the archaeological area.

Visiting Pompeii

Sitting in the ominous shadow of Vesuvius, the now ruined city of Pompeii was a sprawling metropolis of shops and residences, restaurants, gyms and brothels. Walk Pompeii’s main streets just as its ancient inhabitants did over stones still worn with the tracks from the carts and chariots that tread them nearly 2,000 years ago and even see the graffiti they left behind.

On our carefully planned guided tour, you’ll see all of the ancient city’s most popular sites, including the House of the Tragic Poet, with its famous “Beware of the Dog” mosaic. You’ll visit the Roman Forum, home to a beautiful basilica, the Temple of Apollo, and some intimidating views of Mt. Vesuvius. And that’s not to forget the startling plaster casts of those killed in the eruption, providing a touching insight into how it feels to live through Armageddon. We’ve built in some time after your Pompeii tour to grab some lunch before exploring the Mt. Vesuvius to see firsthand what lead to Pompeii’s demise.

Hike up the Mount Vesuvius

Then its time to head in the direction of Vesuvius, which looms high over the city in the distance. The volcano is still active, which adds a small sense of adventure to those familiar with the story of ancient Pompeii and how it was engulfed by the ash and pumice that rained down on it in 79 AD. Lava flows have scarred the sides of the volcano and are visible on the winding road up to the top.

From the parking area, it is just a 30-minute upward hike to the crater through soft volcanic ash and pumice to admire the most incredible views over the Bay of Naples. You’ll also see the islands of Capri and Ischia in the distance, all from a height of over 4,000 feet. Once you return to the car, your driver will accompany you back to the port in time to board your cruise ship.

At the end of this comprehensive and fascinating Pompeii and Vesuvius tour, you’ll understand why these impressive sites continue to shock and fascinate the 2.8 million people who venture here each year from all over the world.

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  • Pompeii’s Main Street
  • Plaster-cast remains of Pompeii's doomed inhabitants
  • The Domus just newly opened to the public
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  • The Roman Forum
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  • The Roman houses
  • The Roman shops
  • Mt. Vesuvius

What Is Included

  • Private driver
  • Private transportation in a luxury, air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private licensed professional local guide for 3-hour
  • Tickets & reservation fees for skip the line access to Pompeii excavation site
  • Scenic drive through Vesuvius National Park
  • Entry tickets to Mt. Vesuvius National Park

What Is Not Included

  • Guide service on Mt. Vesuvius
  • Meals & drinks
  • Tips (optional)
  • Anything not expressly mentioned as included

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Important information.

  • This private Pompeii and Vesuvius tour is available on request from April to mid-November.
  • Barring inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, the trail to the crater is open all year round, including Sundays and holidays.
  • In rare cases of inclement weather, the crater of Vesuvius may be closed to visitors. If this is the case, a stop in Sorrento or appropriate alternative will be provided.

Good to Know

  • Each vehicle can accommodate up to a maximum of 9 people (guide and driver included) so with bookings of more than 7 people, your party will be divided into two or more vehicles.
  • Pompeii is an ongoing excavation site. The itinerary might encounter some changes depending on the archaeologists’ daily duties.
  • The hike up to the crater of Vesuvius is optional and requires a good level of general fitness to complete. The hike is uphill at a 14 degree angle and 20 minutes long (about 1 mile). The hike is prevalently on soft ground, adequate footwear is recommended. Those who choose may remain at the parking area and enjoy the views.
  • Temperatures on the Volcano may be a bit lower than temperatures on the ground, a sweater or light jacket is recommended, especially outside of the summer months.
  • This tour involves a fair amount of walking, comfortable shoes are recommended.
  • During summer, expect high temperatures. Dress in layers. Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat is suggested.
  • Due to uneven surfaces, this Pompeii and Vesuvius tour is not suitable for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.

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LivTours’ Pompeii Vesuvius Hike & Tour is a unique tour that gives you a full overview of the life and times of the residents of Pompeii, as well as climbing to the top of the very mountain guilty for its demise. This is the perfect private tour for history buffs and adventure seekers who want an active day trip away from Rome. 

Your Private Mount Vesuvius Tour begins at your hotel where you will be met by your LivTours’ chauffeur in a luxury, air conditioned car that will comfortably take you south to Vesuvius and Pompeii.

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  • Revel in the luxury of chauffeured transportation with hotel pick up and drop off
  • Enjoy privileged access to the archaeological sites with your private tour guide
  • Hike to the very top of Mount Vesuvius with a well-trained mountain guide
  • Feel the warmth of the active volcano of Mt Vesuvius as you stare into the crater
  • Marvel at the amazing views of the Gulf of Naples and the exciting history of Pompeii

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On your LivTours’ Private Pompeii & Vesuvius Tour,  your chauffeur will drive you straight from Rome up to Mount Vesuvius, taking you to the highest point reachable by car. You will have plenty of time to explore this natural wonder and the breathtaking views it offers on your own. Your driver will accompany you to the start of the walking path where you can choose to walk even further on your own or wait for the official mountain guides who can take you further up the trail with a group of other travelers (departing every 10 minutes). This is sure to be a memorable experience so bring your courage and your camera!

From the top of this active volcano, you enjoy the most amazing views of both inside and outside of the volcano.  Look one way and you are looking into the eye of the volcano, look the other you have a stunning view over the Gulf of Naples. 

After climbing Vesuvius, you surely will have worked up an appetite. Your driver will suggest a local restaurant based on your tastes. Enjoy some time to yourselves as you taste the flavors of Neapolitan cuisine.  Please note, lunch is not included in the price of this tour.

After a memorable lunch,  you will be met by your private guide upon arrival in Pompeii.  Your guide will accompany you directly into the ruins with LivTours priority access, which means not waiting in lines! Listening to the heartwarming tales of what the last day of local residents’ lives were like on that day in 79 AD, you will learn about daily life in an ancient Roman settlement.  

Discover why Pompeii is so well preserved and how it managed to remain a hidden gem up until nearly the end of the 16th century! Marvel at the spectacular frescoes, mosaics and enter homes and shops that once shaped this trading port town. Some of the sites you will be visiting include the Forum, the House of the Faun, House of Sallust, House of Julia Felix, as well as, getting to see some of the preserved bodies. This is truly a once in a lifetime look into history.

Your Private Pompeii & Mount Vesuvius Tour reaches an end once you are back with your driver.  Now, sit back, relax and before you know it, you will be back in Rome! 

LivTours’ Mount Vesuvius Tour will include walking and moderate climbing, so please bring comfortable shoes and attire.

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  • Skip-the-line tickets to Pompeii
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  • Free time for lunch
  • Tickets to Mt Vesuvius Park
  • Time to hike to the top

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  • Offered in: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese and Italian. Please specify under “Additional notes” if you wish to book the tour in a language other than English.
  • Pompeii is an ongoing excavation site. The suggested itinerary might encounter some changes depending on the archaeologists daily duties.
  • If Mt Vesuvius should be unaccessible for weather or similar reasons, your driver will offer an alternative activity.

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Trip of a life time!

We went on a tour of Pompeii and Mt Vesuvius. Our guide at Pompeii knew SO much information and taught us tons. Our driver was also amazing, and he took us to an amazing lunch spot. This tour was everything we could have wished for, and made our first trip to Italy so special. Can’t thank this company enough. It was a trip we will never forget!

Wonderful Day Trip from Rome to Pompeii and Mt Vesuvius

We had the most wonderful day in Pompeii and Mt Vesuvius. There were 5 of us, and we had a very comfortable trip in the sprinter van. Our guide knew so much information, so we were able to learn tons. The ruins were beautiful. We did lunch and a wine tasting at a winery and then climbed up Mt Vesuvius. It was an adventure and it was such a fun time.

Just breathtaking!

When we were researching for a tour of Pompeii, we decided to book with LivItaly because they offered a Pompeii AND Mount Vesuvius tour. We were picked up from our hotel in Rome and drove in comfort down to Pompeii. There, our private guide, took us to the highlights of this ancient city and was so enthusiastic and passionate, we really could feel those ancient times come alive. Then on to Mount Vesuvius where we hiked up to the top and looked down into the crater. The views of the southern italian countryside and Naples bay were just breathtaking. We were extremely pleased with this tour and will recommend it to everyone we know.

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Pompeii & Mt Vesuvius Tour

Explore Pompeii's incredible ruins and take a trip up dramatic Mount Vesuvius, with private car service

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Pompeii & Mt Vesuvius Tour

duration 6 hours including a lunch break

Tour Overview

Walk in the shadow of death and explore the extraordinary remains of Pompeii beneath looming Vesuvius, before climbing the volcano that annihilated the city nearly 2,000 years ago. Join us on this amazing journey to decipher the jigsaw of ancient Pompeii, and wander through the perfectly preserved streets, houses, shops and baths that have hardly changed in two millennia. With our expert local guide on hand to bring the ruins to life, you’ll feel like you’ve travelled back in time to the evening before disaster struck. Afterwards your English-speaking driver will take you to spectacular and dangerous Mount Vesuvius - still an active volcano even today. Here you’ll have the option to join the resident volcanologist’s tour, discovering exactly what happened on that fateful day in 79 AD. This is one exciting adventure not to be missed!

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  • Private driver and car for the day
  • Skip-the-line tickets at Pompeii
  • Private expert English-speaking guide for Pompeii
  • Trip up Mount Vesuivus

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  • The archaeological area of Pompeii
  • Pompeii's Forum
  • Aristocratic villas with incredible frescoes
  • Mount Vesuvius

Tour Description

Relive the harrowing events of august 79 ad.

“ On Mount Vesuvius, broad sheets of fire and leaping flames blazed at several points, their bright glare emphasized by the darkness of night .”

That’s how Pliny the Young beautifully describes the tragic events that took place in between August 24th and 25th AD 79: even the writer’s uncle Pliny the Elder, together with thousands of other people, lost his life during those terrible moments.

The eruption lasted several hours and started pretty slowly in the morning of August 24th, AD 79. Around 9:00 AM the Pompeians started hearing a few small explosions coming from the Mount Vesuvius, which got progressively louder and more destructive over the course of the day and the night: by 8:00 PM of the next day, Pompeii was buried under 3 meters of lava , together with its unfortunate inhabitants.

Discover what daily life was like in Pompeii with our expert guide

But what was Pompeii like before the catastrophe? Interestingly enough, the city was already some 900 years old when the volcano destroyed it. Founded by the Osci people in the VIII century BC, Pompeii was probably born out of the fusion of five original villages: the name itself, in fact, very likely comes from the Oscan world “ pumpte ”, which means five. In the 3rd century BC the city was conquered by the Romans, who shaped it into a perfect roman city, complete with efficient roman roads, luxury baths, the forum, a theatre and an amphitheater for gladiatorial shows and so on.

At the time of the eruption Pompeii was a flourishing roman city, thriving on commerce and celebrated for its delicious wine and tasty olive oil. Appreciated also for its mild climate and for the proximity to the sea, Pompeii was also a popular holiday place, particularly appreciated by the families of the roman aristocracy, as witnessed by the amazing rich villas that are still preserved, embellished by magnificent and precious art.

Sealed under 3 meters of lava and pumice stone, Pompeii slept, stuck in the terrible moments of the eruption, for 1600 years: it is only in 1763 that the excavations started and, to the archaeologists’ greatest amazement, the entire city slowly emerged from the ashes, practically intact. And it isn’t quite over yet: as the excavations keep going in other areas of the site, Pompeii still keeps surprising everybody with new amazing discoveries.

Explore temples and villas, baths, bars and brothels

Explore  Pompeii with us, visit its houses, villas, shops, bars, thermal baths, market places, even brothels and discover many aspects of the roman lifestyle: take this once in a lifetime chance to see life through the eyes of a Roman , you might be surprised to discover that, even after 2000 years, people haven’t changed that much.

Every building you will be visiting will provide you with sometimes unexpected insight on a different dimension of the roman society. While in the rich houses  decorated with spectacular paintings inspired from the mythology you will learn about the Pompeians' exquisite taste for art, in the temples , some of them dedicated to foreign gods, you will find out that the Romans were very keen on adopting other peoples’ gods and rituals, thus proving a certain tolerance in the regards of other pagan cults. 

Walking in the Forum of Pompeii you will learn about the political and administrative life of the city and its protagonists, senators, magistrates, plebeians and aristocrats. You will find out about the political elections and the intensive campaign in support of the different candidates, the traces of which can still be seen in the Latin graffiti on the walls: Popidium Secundum IIvirum oro vos faciatis , Vote for Popidium Secundum!

Leaving behind the official buildings of the city, you will discover yet another dimension of the Roman lifestyle: you will be amazed by the perfect engineering and functionality of the thermal baths , complete with amazing saunas with special devices to collect the steam, or the incredibly preserved cafés and restaurants , with the menu beautifully painted on the walls.

Which one of the most renowned Roman delicacies would have you ordered? Flamingo’s tongue, grilled dormouse, rotten fish sauce or boar stuffed with living mockingbirds?

Climb Mount Vesuvius and stare into the crater of Italy's deadliest volcano

At  4,203 feet in height, Mount Vesuvius is by far Italy’s most famous volcano. Considered an actual deity by the ancient inhabitants of the area, the Romans considered it as an expression of Jupiter’s destructive power, while according to other traditions, it was associated to Hercules and to the myth of the twelve labors.

While the most (sadly) famous eruption of the volcano is obviously the one that destroyed Pompeii and Herculaneum in 79 AD, the Vesuvius has erupted multiple times, the last one in 1944, but it’s far from being extinct: will you dare to climb it and look into its impressive mouth?  

Join us on this incredible adventure at the discovery of history, archaeology, art, nature and so much more.

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Tour Reviews

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Our Driver was very hospitable on our way to Pompeii. Monica was very knowledgeable and kept us away from the crowds of people while still seeing the main sites. Once we arrived at MT Vesuvius, we were able to hike to the top. The driver was very skilled as the road is quite narrow and we felt safe as he was cautious. It was a wonderful day.

Lisa - Oct 20, 2022

We had a wonderful day with Massimo and Andrea. Both superbly helpful and knowledgable. The local flavour and information was outstanding and really brought Naples to life for us. They were flexible with our family and so passionate about the place and history. We highly recommend this tour and our guides.

Jacqui - Jan 27, 2020

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Vesuvius and Pompeii ruins

Experience the legendary Pompeii ruins with a professional guide, walk on the top of Mr. Vesuvius crater and then relax over a wine tour/tasting at a local cellar located on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius ...all with a comfortable luxury vehicle and English-speaking driver.

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You can depart from Naples, Positano, Sorrento

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  • Round-trip transportation from Sorrento, Positano, or Naples
  • Luxury vehicle with air conditioning
  • English-speaking driver
  • 2-hour Pompeii tour with a professional guide
  • Wine tasting and light lunch on Mt. Vesuvius
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  • Price of winery tour and tasting at a Lacryma Christi cellar (EUR 40/person for a wine tasting and fixed menu light lunch)
  • Pompeii entrance tickets
  • Vesuvius entrance tickets

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  • From 31 January 2024 to 31 December 2025 (All days)

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Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes, sunblock, and a hat.

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Pompeii, Vesuvius and Herculaneum Private Tour

Fans of archaeology will enjoy spending an entire day exploring the ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum before heading to the top of Mt. Vesuvius to set off on foot on the crater trail.

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  • Stop for free time in Pompeii (2 hours)
  • Stop for free time in Herculaneum (2 hours)
  • Time to hike to Mt. Vesuvius crater

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  • Meals and drinks
  • Guided tours of sites and crater

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  • From 1 January 2024 to 1 January 2025 (All days)

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In the very rare event that the archaeological sites are closed with no advance warning, stops in Pompeii and Herculaneum may be substituted with time in Sorrento and/or Positano if desired. The order of the visits may change due to traffic conditions or other factors.

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A newly discovered Pompeii fresco depicting Helen of Troy meeting Paris, prince of Troy, for the first time.

Banquet room with preserved frescoes unearthed among Pompeii ruins

‘Black room’ with frescoes inspired by Trojan war described as one of most striking discoveries ever made at site in southern Italy

A banquet room replete with well preserved frescoes depicting characters inspired by the Trojan war has been unearthed among the ruins of Pompeii in what has been described as one of the most striking discoveries ever made at the southern Italy archaeological site.

The 15-metre-long, six-metre-wide room was found in a former private residence in Via di Nola, which was ancient Pompeii’s longest road, during excavations in the Regio IX area of the site.

The “black room”, so-called because of the colour of its walls that were probably intended to mask the soot from burning oil lamps, was a “refined setting for entertaining during convivial moments”, experts said.

The ‘black room’ discovered in Pompeii.

Its walls are adorned with artworks featuring mythical Greek characters, including one of Helen of Troy meeting Paris, prince of Troy, for the first time. The fresco includes a dog and a Greek inscription that reads “Alexandros”, the prince’s other name. According to Greek legend, the pair’s elopement triggered the Trojan war in the 12th century BC.

Another fresco depicts the Greek god Apollo trying to woo the priestess Cassandra. In his efforts to seduce her, Apollo had bestowed upon her the power to foresee the future, but when she rejected him he cursed her so that nobody would believe her predictions. As a result, she was unable to thwart the tragic events of a battle she had prophesied. After being raped during the capture of Troy, Cassandra ended up enslaved.

Gabriel Zuchtriegel, the director of Pompeii’s archaeological park, said the mythological figures had the explicit function of entertaining guests and providing talking points during feasts.

“The mythological couples provided ideas for conversations about the past, and life, only seemingly of a merely romantic nature,” he said. “In reality, they refer to the relationship between the individual and fate: Cassandra who can see the future but no one believes her, Apollo who sides with the Trojans against the Greek invaders, but being a god, cannot ensure victory, Helen and Paris who, despite their politically incorrect love affair, are the cause of the war, or perhaps merely a pretext.”

He added: “People would meet to dine after sunset; the flickering light of the lamps had the effect of making the images appear to move, especially after a few glasses of good Campanian wine.”

A fresco uncovered in the ‘black room’ in Pompeii.

The artworks are “third style”, or ornate style, and dated between 15BC and AD40-50.

“It’s always difficult to judge quality but what we see is a high degree of care for detail, expression and shadows,” said Zuchtriegel. “This is very striking, as is the topic of the works.”

Meanwhile, the room’s sophisticated mosaic floor contains more than a million tiny white tiles.

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The room opens on to a courtyard with a long staircase leading up to the property’s first floor, beneath which a huge pile of building materials was found. On the arches of the staircase, someone had drawn in charcoal two pairs of gladiators and what archaeologists said in a statement “appears to be an enormous stylised phallus”.

Excavations in Regio IX, a district of the city that had hosted a cluster of homes and workshops, have yielded plenty of other discoveries since beginning in February last year, including a home containing a cramped bakery where enslaved people were believed to have been imprisoned and exploited to produce bread.

The remains of three victims of the AD79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius were found in one of the bakery’s rooms. A still-life fresco resembling a pizza was also found on a wall in the home’s hallway . In December, 13 Nativity-style statuettes were found in an upright position on what was probably a shelf in the hallway of a home. Archaeologists said the figurines provided evidence of pagan rituals in Pompeii before the city was destroyed by Vesuvius.

“Pompeii is truly a treasure chest that never ceases to surprise us and arouse amazement because, every time we dig, we find something beautiful and significant,” said the Italian culture minister, Gennaro Sangiuliano.

The Pompeii ruins were discovered in the 16th century, with the first excavations beginning in 1748. Pompeii is the second most-visited archaeological site in the world.

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