Roberto has been leading guided tours all over the Campania region for more than a decade.
Having obtained his bachelors degree in Cultural Heritage, a masters degree in Classical Archaeology, and a post-graduate diploma Archeological Heritage, he is uniquely well-qualified to help visitors discover and experience the archaeological sites and ruins of this region. He’s been a licensed guide since 2011 and has welcomed thousands of travelers to Campania, the Amalfi Coast, and beyond.
A native of Salerno and a practicing archaeologist, his specialty is touring the region’s ancient sites such as Paestum, Pompeii, and Herculaneum. A proponent of the Slow Food movement, which aims to preserve and promote traditional local cuisines, Roberto also loves taking his travelers to local restaurants, farms, and producers who create delicacies found only in Campania.
Please note: Roberto works with a small team of fellow archaeologist-guides, so even if he isn't personally available he can usually have a well-qualified colleague cover for him. His colleagues can give tours in French, Chinese, and Russian, in addition to Spanish and English.
Lives In
Salerno
Guides In
Campania
Years of Experience
13 years
Languages
English, Italian, and Spanish
Welcome to Campania and the Amalfi Coast! My name is Roberto and I am an archaeologist and authorized guide of the Campania Region. I live in Salerno, a characteristic sea town located between the paradise of Amalfi Coast and the charming Cilento.
I have been an authorized guide of the Campania Region since 2011 and I am also a practicing archaeologist, having worked all around the Mediterranean sea at sites like Populonia (Livorno, Italy), Paestum (Salerno, Italy), Olbia de Provance (Hyères, Var -France), Efestia (Lemnos, Greece), Phaistos, (Crete, Greece).
As a guide, my goal is to share my knowledge in the fields of art, history, and archaeology with those seeking to understand the incredible historical and cultural richness of the Amalfi Coast and greater Campania region. I try to bring these ancient archaeological sites to life, and show them in a way that doesn't feel stale or distant.
But the region is also more than just what we can see from the past! So I also run tours to our bustling cities and towns (and beautiful islands). While the Amalfi Coast is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Italy, with a good guide you can still get away from some of the crowds and see what authentic local life here is like. And that's what I aim to do when exploring cities like Naples, Sorrento, and Salerno!
I also collaborate with the Slow Food movement and am passionate about our culinary traditions, so I'd be happy to take you to try lots of great local treats and share some good restaurant recommendations.
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Patrick J
October 18, 2025
5/5
Roberto is an exceptional guide. Obviously a subject matter expert, his plan and time allocation for a combined Ercolano and Pompeii tour over five hours was excellent. We saw the sites and were given the relevant timelines, historical context, explanation of the discovery and archaeology that recovered the cities, and then a great explanation of what period life looked like at the time of the eruption. GRAZIE ROBERTO!
Uncover the Ruins of Pompeii & Herculaneum | Guided by Roberto
Antony Harmstom
October 8, 2025
5/5
Many thanks to Roberto who is not only an excellent guide and communicator but a very knowledgable archaeologist. We learnt things which I know that a normal guide would not have known. This was the second tour with Roberto having taken us around Pompeii the previous day. Excellent highly recommended and great value.
Ruins of Herculaneum | Guided by Roberto
Antony Harmston
October 8, 2025
5/5
Many thanks to Roberto who is not only an excellent guide and communicator but a very knowledgable archaeologist. We learnt things which I know that a normal guide would not have known. Excellent highly recommended and great value. Many thanks again
Pompeii with an Archaeologist | Guided by Roberto
Kelly
September 20, 2025
5/5
We had a wonderful tour of Pompei with Roberto. It was great to learn so much of this history from Roberto’s archaeological background. Roberto pointed out so many things that we would not have known had we toured on our own. At the end of our short tour Roberto then made recommendations on the map of all the other places in Pompei we should see. This was helpful to prioritize the remaining hours of our visit. I highly recommend a private tour with Roberto!
Pompeii with an Archaeologist | Guided by Roberto
Molly
August 17, 2025
4.5/5
Roberto was a wonderful guide. He made the tour fascinating for both adults and the children. He was so knowledgeable and engaging too. Thank you!!
Pompeii with an Archaeologist | Guided by Roberto
4.97 rating from 78 reviews
4.97 rating from 78 reviews