Top Sorrento Art & Culture

Uncover the archeological mysteries of Pompeii and Herculaneum on an enriching full-day excursion from Sorrento. With a knowledgeable guide, witness the devastation of Mt. Vesuvius’ ancient eruption first hand as you explore the volcanic ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum on foot. Delve deep into the tragic history of the region, and then revitalize with a delicious Italian lunch at a traditional restaurant. Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to only 21 people.

Explore one of Italy's most evocative archaeological finds on a guided tour of Pompeii from Sorrento. Travel by bus to the UNESCO-listed site, where a licensed guide leads you around the ruins of an ancient Roman city buried by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Marvel at excavated houses, marketplaces, baths, and frescoes remarkably preserved by ash, and learn about the civilization that once thrived here before the disaster.

Combine a trip to the UNESCO-listed ruins of Pompeii with a walk up to the crater of Mt. Vesuvius. The group day trip includes round-trip transport from your Sorrento hotel, plus tours of each site. After a relaxed stroll around the archaeological site at the ancient city of Pompeii, take a short hike up to the rim of the volcano to meet a mountain guide and peer into the crater’s rim.

Enjoy an evening of classic Italian music with The Three Tenors.  Book in advance and get guaranteed seating at the popular show. Listen as the singers and supporting musicians deliver a well-rounded 90-minute performance.  Hear selections from iconic Italian operas, such as La Traviata and Tosca. Set in the picturesque Correale Museum of Terranova, your evening of song also includes complimentary beverages.

The ancient ruins of Pompeii are among the most famous in the world and they have the crowds to match. This half-day express tour from Sorrento ensures a hassle-free visit with round-trip transport by train, skip-the-line entrance, and a guided tour of the Pompeii archaeological site.

The ancient Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum are two of the most remarkably preserved in Italy and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. On this tour, visit both on a day trip from Naples and benefit from the undivided attention of a private guide. Explore the archaeological sites on a walking tour and discover how they were buried by the eruption of the Vesuvius volcano in 79AD. Then, visit the notorious Mt Vesuvius itself and take in the views from the crater rim.

See the Amalfi Coast and ancient city of Pompeii on this day trip from Sorrento. Step aboard your coach and travel along the UNESCO-listed shoreline, stopping in both Positano and Amalfi to enjoy lunch (own expense) and explore at your leisure. Continue to Pompeii (entrance fee own expense) for a guided walking tour, learning the history behind Mt Vesuvius’ infamous eruption in 79 AD as you go. Your day trip will conclude with transportation back to Sorrento.

Visit Pompeii and Herculaneum on this day trip from Sorrento. Travel by coach to the two UNESCO World Heritage–listed archaeological sites, where well-preserved ruins depict life in these ancient Roman cities before the eruption of Mt Vesuvius destroyed them both in 79 AD. Enjoy a guided tour at both sites to gain insight into the history and excavations.

Let the traditional songs and dances of southern Italy sweep you away with an evening performance of the ‘Sorrento Musical.’ This entertaining piece of musical theater tells the history of Sorrento and the region through song. Sip a welcome drink in the historic Cinema Teatro Armida, housed in a former convent, before taking your seat for the show. Though the production is in Italian, it’s easy to follow along.

This of Herculaneum leaves from Sorrento and takes you on a historical journey you won’t soon forget. With a knowledgeable guide at your side the entire time, you'll visit the famed archaeological site where a once-thriving port town existed until it was buried by the Mt Vesuvius volcanic explosion of 79 AD. See the amazing mosaics in the public bath and the gymnasium. Stroll through the streets and gawk at the ruins and statues that survived the eruption. Get a glimpse of what daily life was like and learn all about the history of the area.

Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast are two must-sees, but visiting means facing the area’s challenging roads or overcrowded public transportation. Instead, enjoy these two highlights stress-free with this private driving tour that includes a flexible pickup location and time. Stop in Pompeii to explore on your own before continuing on to the Amalfi Coast. Enjoy free time in Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello plus plenty of photo ops along the drive.

Most day-trippers from Sorrento head straight to Pompeii, but nearby Herculaneum is also a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to some impressive Roman ruins. This 4-hour express tour includes round-trip transport by train from Sorrento, skip-the-line access, and a 2-hour walking tour of the ancient ruins, visiting highlights such as the Forum, the Thermal Baths, the House of the Mosaic Atrium, and the Decumanus.

Discover the secrets underlying the traditional craft of inlaid wood, and see artists at work, on this private, behind-the-scenes tour in Sant’Agnello. Choose from a range of possible tour times, and make your way to the workshop. Upon arrival, you’ll tour the facilities, will watch artists at work, will learn how inlaid wood pieces are made, and will even get to try out the techniques yourself. Following the tour, you can visit the companion showroom and take home a handcrafted souvenir.

Spend a day digging into some of Italy's most fascinating history with a tour of Herculaneum and Pompeii from Sorrento. Travel in a comfortable bus from Sorrento to the archaeological sites. Walk through each one with an expert guide to get the feeling of going back in time.

Spend some time in the less-visited but better-preserved site of Herculaneum on this 4-hour coach tour from Sorrento. Travel in comfort from central Sorrento to the archaeological site at Herculaneum. Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of the excavated ancient Roman city.

Sorrento is known for its incredible cuisine, and this tour introduces you to the world of cultivating and producing lemons, olive oil, wine, and cheese. Discover behind-the-scenes growing and production secrets that you wouldn’t find out about alone, and develop your skills for recognizing quality products by color, flavor, and aroma. The action-packed trip includes a visit to a cheese factory, and a wine and limoncello factory with tastings along the way.

Go back in time with a visit to the famed archaeological site of Pompeii, then hike the volcano that caused its destruction. Walk the ancient Roman streets of Pompeii with a knowledgeable guide. Climb to the volcanic crater of Mt Vesuvius for incredible views over the countryside and Bay of Naples.

Discover the famous beauty of one of Italy’s most iconic shorelines with this full-day tour of the Amalfi Coast from Sorrento. Travel in an air-conditioned mini-coach along spectacular coastal roads, stopping to visit the region’s three most popular and beautiful villages—Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello. With tips from your knowledgeable guide, enjoy leisure time in each town to stroll narrow cobblestone streets, shop for unique handmade goods or perhaps dine on the waterfront.

Leave Sorrento to make a private day trip to Pompeii and Herculaneum. Travel by air-conditioned vehicle to Pompeii's UNESCO-listed archaeological site to explore the city that was preserved for centuries by volcanic dust and lava. Then, after your guided walking tour, continue to the smaller ruins of Herculaneum to discover well-preserved public baths, mosaics, and more. Round-trip transport from Sorrento is included on your full-day experience.

Explore the natural beauty of the Amalfi Coast on this private full-day tour from Sorrento. Visit the famous towns of Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello to walk the pretty streets, browse in boutiques or whatever you like. Relax in comfort as your professional driver-guide navigates from town to town and offers informative commentary along the way. Customize the itinerary to suit your interests.

Don't miss a visit to two of the ancient Roman cities buried by Mt Vesuvius in 79 A.D. with this full-day tour from Sorrento to Pompeii and Herculaneum. Walk the ancient cobblestones and marvel at the well-preserved structures of these cities frozen in time. See the ruins of villas, temples and public squares. Explore the vast excavation at Pompeii and the smaller one at Herculaneum, which is better preserved. Combine the two for an unforgettable day – no words do it justice.

Explore the ancient city of Pompeii on an affordable half-day guided tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, travel by air-conditioned bus to Pompeii, the Roman city buried by Mount Vesuvius’ eruption nearly 2,000 years ago. With an official guide leading the way, learn its devastating history and see its most important ruins before returning to Sorrento.

Dig into ancient Roman history with an 8-hour coach trip to Pompeii and Mt Vesuvius from Sorrento. Walk the ancient cobblestone streets of the archaeological site at Pompeii to see the ruins of the forum, villas, temples and bath houses. Travel to the summit of Mt Vesuvius, the volcano that buried Pompeii, to take in the splendid panoramic views from the top of the mountain.

Explore two of Campania’s cultural treasures on a full-day tour from Sorrento. Tour the ruins of an ancient Greek city at Paestum, which boasts some of the world’s best-preserved Greek temples, as well as a museum collection of ancient art. Later, visit the beautiful coastal city of Salerno overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea and enjoy a guided walking tour of the historic old town and cathedral.