The streets of Pompeii, still paved with original Roman stones, wind through a city still frozen in the moment of its tragic destruction. Sunlight filters through the ruins, casting long shadows across forlorn buildings, their walls adorned with colorful frescoes that have withstood the centuries.
Walking along the main road, you pass the remnants of bustling marketplaces and open courtyards, where echoes of ancient life seem to linger. You can almost hear the clatter of carts as you gaze at the deep ruts worn into the stone streets, evidence of long-forgotten Roman traffic. As you approach the Forum, the heart of Pompeii’s social and political life, towering columns stretch into the sky, framing a wide-open square where debates and trade once thrived.
As awe-inspiring as it is to wander through the streets of Pompeii, much of its true depth remains hidden beneath the surface — unless, of course, you have a Local Expert to guide you. A Local Expert like Pompeian Vincenzo, who you’ll meet when visiting Pompeii with Insight Vacations; his passion and knowledge brings this ancient city to life in a way that a self-guided tour simply can’t.

Hi, Vincenzo. How did you become a Pompeii guide?
“I was born in the new town of Pompeii, located near the archeological park. My Grandfather participated on the excavation team of Pompeii for long time, so I grew up in a family with deep contact with the ruins. I fell in love with the history and the archaeology, so it was natural for me to want to guide people here in Pompeii: a place that I consider the most incredible in the world.”