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Herculaneum Tickets
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- Explore Herculaneum, an ancient Roman town preserved better than Pompeii during the aftermath of Mt. Vesuvius’ eruption in 79 AD.
- Upgrade and tune into multilingual audio guides to discover stories hidden in remnants of villas, bathhouses, frescoes, and more.
- Spend as much time as you want uncovering different homes, like the spaciously opulent House of the Bronze Hermes and the artisanal living space in the House of the Cloth.
- Upgrade and immerse yourself in a virtual tour of ancient Herculaneum with 3D glasses.
- Explore Herculaneum, an ancient Roman town preserved better than Pompeii during the aftermath of Mt. Vesuvius’ eruption in 79 AD.
- Upgrade and tune into multilingual audio guides to discover stories hidden in remnants of villas, bathhouses, frescoes, and more.
- Spend as much time as you want uncovering different homes, like the spaciously opulent House of the Bronze Hermes and the artisanal living space in the House of the Cloth.
- Upgrade and immerse yourself in a virtual tour of ancient Herculaneum with 3D glasses.
Inclusions
- Audio guide in Italian, English, French, Spanish & German (optional)
- Onsite/ offsite redemption of ticket (as per option selected)
- Virtual tour of Herculaneum with 3D glasses (as per option selected)
- Tip: Check out the unique House of the Skeleton, which has an atrium with shrines and a courtyard with a mosaic-covered altar.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Entry is free for people with disabilities and an accompanying adult.
- Dogs are allowed into the venue, without restriction of breed or size. However, they must be kept with a leash and/or muzzle (the latter is obligatory for all breeds and opportunities provided by current regulations). Pet parents must have bags to collect any droppings.
- In the Antiquarium, inside the Padiglione della Barca and in the domus with mosaic floors, access is allowed only to dogs carried in their arms or in the appropriate carrier.
- Facilities: restroom, cloak room.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Martin
Dec 2024Verified booking
It is impressive to see in person how deep the city was buried and how far from the sea. That the skeletons were found on the jetties is very impressive. Finding the works of art that decorated the houses, frescoes, mosaics ... statues is a marvel.
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Elisabet
Nov 2024Verified booking
It was extraordinary, the guide was very kind, he explained it very well with anecdotes and jokes, punctuality, excellent tour. We could not enter the part of the amphitheater because that day there was dinner of the G20 leaders.
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Pascale
Nov 2024Verified booking
Well, what I expect from a visit is that no one's there!!! and that I'm all alone!!! no kids, no old people!!! and that was practically the case, so it was cool.
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Marion
Oct 2024Verified booking
At least an admission ticket and no queue. Paid for audio myself. In both cases I had the idea that everything was still possible at the box office. For less money: but booked in advance gives peace of mind! But it does cost a little extra.
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Nony
Oct 2024Verified booking
Arrive early to avoid the crowds... the site is smaller and more intimate than Pompei. Superb conservation/restoration work. Small museum next door for a glimpse of everyday objects... perfect audio guide!
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Andrea
Oct 2024Verified booking
Ordered tickets in advance as on a time schedule and wanted to avoid queues. Was worried about a lot of negative comments about website on line, but these were completely unfounded. Even had an email day before ticket booking to alert me to new opening hours for Herculaneum.
Holger
Oct 2024Verified booking
great explanation of the sights via audio guide, short waiting time at the entrance, everything highly interesting, worth seeing!!!
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Annabel
Oct 2024Verified booking
It was easy to book tickets in advance which meant we didn't have to queue. We were able to leave our backpack in a locker for free. The site is small enough for children to manage to get around. Very interesting visit and amazed to see so much preserved history. It felt very sad, though, as it is essentially a large burial ground. Was able to get key info online. A map would have helped which I might have got had I bought tickets locally. I didn't get the audio guide as very expensive and new my 9yo son wouldn't have the patience to listen to it.
Andrew
Oct 2024Verified booking
Tickets initially only avaialable through the app but sent to me as PDF when requested. Easy to use at the site and Herculaneum itself was fantastic - a fascinating site, well worth the visit. Many thanks for enabling the experience.
Jordana
Oct 2024Verified booking
I loved the history! I bought the skip the line ticket which was easy to use . Parking right next to the site. I liked it better than Pompeii You can get audio if you like Took about 3 hours great experience!!
CATTELAIN
Oct 2024Verified booking
Hercalanum is a very pretty site that complements Pompeii. I strongly recommend doing both with an audioguide, as the visit will be all the more interesting. But if you want to do them in 1 day, get up early and take good shoes. It's like stepping back in time.
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David
Oct 2024Verified booking
Site was very interesting. I'm sure getting tickets in advance would be really helpful in the busy season, but when we went there were no queues. Instructions were misleading, our tickets were actually collected outside the main ticket office.
Ian
Oct 2024Verified booking
Amazing place, so much history and is fairly well documented, food choice on site is poor though with only vending machines available. Easy to book.
Mikel
Oct 2024Verified booking
Apart from the place, which is why we went. The surprise was the kindness and attention of the people who attended us, both in the access and in the audio guide that we got confused and did not have the right entrance, as in one of the people who looked after one of the domus.
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Behnouche
Oct 2024Verified booking
Our guide Francesca was very knowledgable, very thourough and very interesting. We saw a big part of the site with her during her 2 hour tour, then she pointed us to the unmissable things in Pompei... we ended up spending 7 hours on site and saw almost every thing open to visitors. Not everything can be seen... it is as big as 66 football fields... you'd need more than a day to inspect every corner. However a full day is highly recommended, starting with a tour with Francesca, who will explain a lot, and will make you want to see more, with an open eye:)
Chris
Oct 2024Verified booking
It was not made at all clear that to open a ticket you need the Headput app. This took 60 mins to download at the location. 60 minutes in Herculaneum waiting for an app I had no indication I'd need. Make this pjs in in future is my advice
Ann
Oct 2024Verified booking
Ticketing very good but when we got to Pompeii it was quite chaotic. It didn't seem to matter what time you booked for, and seemed to be a general free-for-all! No complaints about your end of things, I just think they need to get their act together when processing people arriving. The tour was excellent and we had a really good guide!
Kimberly
Oct 2024Verified booking
Easy access from the metro. Free lockers. Loved the large area to take in views from above. Grounds weren't too massive, easy to cover and enjoy in a reasonable amount of time.
Sophia
Oct 2024Verified booking
Tickets were easy to purchase and use upon arrival. Staff were polite. Herculaneum was clean, easy to navigate, and incredibly well preserved. If have kids, or just don't feel up to wandering Pompeii in the summer heat, Herculaneum is smaller and arguably more beautiful.
Nicola
Sep 2024Verified booking
Very simple to access the site, well sign posted, staff were very helpful. So interesting to be able to interact and walk around so closely to all of the historic ruins.
Avis
Sep 2024Verified booking
This venue was an excellent alternative to Pompay! Smaller, but filled with archelogical preservation that is ongoing. Highly recommend
James
Sep 2024Verified booking
We didn't need the skip the queue tickets as there was no queue. We really enjoyed it. Found it more fulfilling than Pompei (apart from the forum) and quieter.
Winfield
Sep 2024Verified booking
It was easy to buy tickets. Not many people but we had the confidence that we could get into the site.
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Mes
Sep 2024Verified booking
Walked straight to the ticket gate and was quickly shown through. Loved te site, the frescos, tiled floors and buildings.
Ronny
Sep 2024Verified booking
Everything. Herculaneum is smaller than Pompeii but well preserved. You get a good idea how the city looked like and how people lived those days. Wonderful
- Get ready for an immersive and insightful tour of the ancient town of Herculaneum, along with skip-the-line access and an archeologist guide.
- Traverse this unique site on foot and pass along the monumental basilica, the grand spa complex, the gymnasium, and then some.
- Thanks to the expert archaeologist who will walk alongside you, you'll be privy to captivating anecdotes, secrets, stories, and chilling facts about Herculaneum.
- Most renowned for its Roman excavations, Herculaneum also has traces of Samnite, Greek, and Etruscan influences.
- Learn all about the tragic effects of Mount Vesuvius's eruption, which mirrors its sister town of Pompeii in the language of your comfort.
- Get ready for an immersive and insightful tour of the ancient town of Herculaneum, along with skip-the-line access and an archeologist guide.
- Traverse this unique site on foot and pass along the monumental basilica, the grand spa complex, the gymnasium, and then some.
- Thanks to the expert archaeologist who will walk alongside you, you'll be privy to captivating anecdotes, secrets, stories, and chilling facts about Herculaneum.
- Most renowned for its Roman excavations, Herculaneum also has traces of Samnite, Greek, and Etruscan influences.
- Learn all about the tragic effects of Mount Vesuvius's eruption, which mirrors its sister town of Pompeii in the language of your comfort.
Inclusions
- 2-hour guided tour of Herculaneum
- Expert English, Spanish, French, German, or Italian-speaking archaeologist guide (as per option selected)
- Group of 20 or 25 people (as per option selected)
- Skip-the-line entry to Herculaneum
- Headsets
- Tip: Overlooking the Gulf of Naples in a dramatic fashion, this world-renowned town has much to offer, aesthetically speaking. Bring out your cameras for the panoramas!
- Please carry a valid ID or passport for verification purposes.
- The tour operates in all weather conditions. Bring a raincoat if rain is expected.
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
- Dogs are allowed into the venue, without restriction of breed or size. However, they must be kept with a leash and/or muzzle (the latter is obligatory for all breeds and opportunities provided by current regulations). Pet parents must have bags to collect any droppings.
- In the Antiquarium, inside the Padiglione della Barca and in the domus with mosaic floors, access is allowed only to dogs carried in their arms or in the appropriate carrier.
- Facilities: restroom, cloak room.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Juan
Dec 2024Verified booking
Great Serena the guide, fantastic explanation and the excavations and the wonderful environment. Really worth it, I would repeat. Thank you very much Serena.
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Ana
Nov 2024Verified booking
Although we had many problems to arrive at the agreed time due to strikes and train breakdowns. They were attentive to wait for us and to attend us with kindness and patience. Roberta was a very good professional, enthusiastic and cordial at all times.
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Abigail
Nov 2024Verified booking
It was great, the guide was amusing and full of information that you would never be able to get from an audioguide or book. We saw all the highlights and he explained everything about how the town was buried, how it was excavated and what happened to everyone. I would highly recommend doing this guided tour and the guide was amazing.
Holger
Nov 2024Verified booking
Lively, personal, background knowledge. Perhaps not all the highlights were shown. We looked at a few things afterwards. But everything was very good for the time available for the tour.
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Erin
Nov 2024Verified booking
Luciano Leone was a brilliant tour guide, incredibly knowledgeable. My family and I were super impressed and really really enjoyed our visit to herculaneum because of this tour. I would definitely recommend the tour as you learn so much about the place, things that you would completely miss without the guided tour- lots of hidden gems! Luciano talked a brilliant amount and his personality and humour shone through, which made the experience.
Julie
Nov 2024Verified booking
Our tour guide Luciano Leon was a perfect guide. A very detailed tour and you can tell how much passion he had teaching us about the history. Enjoyed it very much.
Emilie
Nov 2024Verified booking
it was very good, our guide francesco was very sympathetic and fascinating by meeting anecdotes. The children really enjoyed the tour, which was much more interesting and lively than on our own. We were also able to stay a long time afterwards to enjoy other sights that we hadn't been able to see on the tour. We recommend this tour.
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Kim
Nov 2024Verified booking
I would recommend 10/10! Our archeologist tour guide, Luciano Leone, was amazing! It's obvious he is passionate about his work, provides valuable insight and has a witty personality. Getting to actually walk in the actual places that people walked 2000 years ago was simply astounding.
Philippe
Nov 2024Verified booking
Very nice visit in French with an archaeologist who explained the site well and showed us the most interesting places. Thanks to Francesco for a very informative and enjoyable 2-hour visit.
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Heather
Nov 2024Verified booking
Easy to book at short notice online for the same day. We really enjoyed the archaeological site of Herculean and there was so much still intact and preserved. The only issue we had was our guide spoke too fast especially at the start of the tour that it was hard to understand him really has to concertrate. He kept apologising for his English it was better when he talked slower.
Marili
Nov 2024Verified booking
I booked a tour with a sample group and turned out yo be 20+ where we had to carry headsets to even hear the guide. Herculaneum is beautiful but we had hoped for a much more intimate personal experience
Caroline
Oct 2024Verified booking
The guide was very friendly and clear. The headset microphone system was very pleasant and made the visit easier.
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Steve
Oct 2024Verified booking
The booking was easy to follow and we were able to book last minute. Ilaria was knowledgeable and engaging. We wish the tour was an extra hour to finish the highlights of Herculaneum.
Celine
Oct 2024Verified booking
Askos tours could reschedule the tour as I change our plans. Everything was easy, the guide Michael gave a very thorough and interesting tour, making us feel his love for archeology. The Askos staff, like Simona, was very friendly and helpful. I recommend.
isaac
Oct 2024Verified booking
Herculaneum is smaller than Pompeii, but being more well preserved, it offers walls and other surprises that can only be seen here.
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Katy
Oct 2024Verified booking
I was very impressed by this visit. I really enjoyed the anecdotes told by the guide. An experience I highly recommend.
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LOPEZ
Oct 2024Verified booking
Very knowledgeable and involved guide Explanations are necessary because Pompeii has very few complete buildings - all the roofs have collapsed. The site is huge and crowded - 3.5 million visitors a year!
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Stefanie
Oct 2024Verified booking
Easy to book, easy to find the meeting spot, excellent communications. Best of all, our guide Giovanni was first class, knowledgable and articulate.
Jeffrey
Oct 2024Verified booking
The tour of Herculaneum was brilliant and the guide, Danilo, was very knowledgeable. My only gripe may have been my own fault. I followed the directions in the email, thinking that was to the meeting point, wrong, it was to the backdoor of the Archeology Unit. On re-reading the email I found a second set of directions to the meeting point. My wife was not impressed with my navigating.
Elizabeth
Oct 2024Verified booking
Everything was wonderful! The guide was very informative and entertaining. The only thing I would suggest is changing the picture of where to meet in case our others were literal like us. :)
Joachim
Oct 2024Verified booking
A really good, knowledgeable guided tour. Lots of information from an archaeologist who is passionate about his profession. It just bubbled out of him (Luciano Leone). Just great 👍
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Anne-Maria
Oct 2024Verified booking
You should mention more clearly that partial cancellation is not possible. Due to that in the future I will buy my tickets from GetYourGuide which has that option.
Kornelia
Oct 2024Verified booking
Knowledgeable tour guide who was very familiar with the site having worked at Herculaneum for many years. Pace of presentation, guide answering all of questions with patience
Lesley
Oct 2024Verified booking
The guide was passionate about the remains. He obviously knew a lot about it. It wasn't a jump the queue though as the tickets to get in that day were free!! We arrived early and had a walk around before our tour. Some of his pronouns made me wonder if he was an archaeologist though.
Gerard
Oct 2024Verified booking
We had a wonderful guided tour of Herculaneum with our archeologist guide Nicoletta. The level of detail and information provided was excellent while also being entertaining and funny. Nicoletta chose perfect spots to stop and speak while allowing a good amount of time to take in the area and take photos. We would highly recommend this tour and are very grateful to our guide. Grazie mille
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Combo (Save 5%): Pompeii + Herculaneum Tickets
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Avail discounts as you access two Roman towns preserved under the ash of Mt. Vesuvius!
- Get tickets to the archaeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, ancient neighboring cities.
- Bypass the queues at Herculaneum as you learn of its intellectual traditions at places like the Villa of Papyri, where 1st-century philosophy scrolls were found.
- Discover everyday objects at Pompeii, an amphitheater, public baths, and other sites that will give you a glimpse of the life of ancient Romans.
- The preserved UNESCO World Heritage Sites feature excavated ruins of streets and houses that you can freely explore.
Avail discounts as you access two Roman towns preserved under the ash of Mt. Vesuvius!
- Get tickets to the archaeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, ancient neighboring cities.
- Bypass the queues at Herculaneum as you learn of its intellectual traditions at places like the Villa of Papyri, where 1st-century philosophy scrolls were found.
- Discover everyday objects at Pompeii, an amphitheater, public baths, and other sites that will give you a glimpse of the life of ancient Romans.
- The preserved UNESCO World Heritage Sites feature excavated ruins of streets and houses that you can freely explore.
Inclusions
- Entry to Pompeii
- Skip-the-line entry to Herculaneum
- Tip: Try to observe the different tiling trends in Pompeii and Herculaneum. While the former had colorful mosaics, the latter had more black and white designs.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Entry is free for people with disabilities and an accompanying adult.
- Facilities: restroom, cloak room.
Pompeii
- Big dogs (above the weight 10kg and the height of 40cm) are not allowed into the venue. Guide dogs with the proper certification are welcome.
- Full names are mandatory for Pompeii bookings. Double-check the names at checkout for a hassle-free entry. Be sure to bring a valid Photo ID with you to gain entry.
Herculaneum
- Dogs are allowed into the venue, without restriction of breed or size. However, they must be kept with a leash and/or muzzle (the latter is obligatory for all breeds and opportunities provided by current regulations). Pet parents must have bags to collect any droppings.
- In the Antiquarium, inside the Padiglione della Barca and in the domus with mosaic floors, access is allowed only to dogs carried in their arms or in the appropriate carrier.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Maria
Dec 2024Verified booking
The ticket, bought in advance through Headout, not only did not allow us to pass in front of others, but we acquired it by standing in line at the ticket office, and if we had bought it there it would have cost less. Fortunately, there were not so many people, and Pompeii's excavations are outstanding....
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Lautaro
Dec 2024Verified booking
I entered quickly and the place is very moving. I toured it on my own and it was inevitable to be shocked to imagine what life and society would be like at that time.
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Tamara
Dec 2024Verified booking
Pompeii is huge, it is a wonderful place, full of history, to visit it 100 percent you need at least 1 full day, a place not to be missed if you visit Italy.
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Guadalupe
Dec 2024Verified booking
It's great to be able to buy both tickets at the same time, because you save time and money. I loved the two archaeological parks, both Pompeii and Herculaneum.
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Rafael
Dec 2024Verified booking
Pompeii is wonderful, with the reservation no problem but at the ticket office the entrance is cheaper than hiring with you.
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Martin
Dec 2024Verified booking
It is impressive to see in person how deep the city was buried and how far from the sea. That the skeletons were found on the jetties is very impressive. Finding the works of art that decorated the houses, frescoes, mosaics ... statues is a marvel.
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Martin
Dec 2024Verified booking
Having studied the subject a priori and seeing it in reality was an intense experience, the ancient roadway with carriage marks, the spaces of the house where you can recognize the structure of the Roman domus, recognize kitchens and bakeries ... and the bodies in their last postures. An unforgettable experience!
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Heps
Dec 2024Verified booking
A very nice experience. At your own pace, during the low season when there are few visitors. Highly recommended.
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Rey
Dec 2024Verified booking
Move freely around the city Experience it for ourselves Move above the excavations and watch them progress However, orientation is difficult. There are no properly signposted street names. Some exits are not indicated on the signs. Very average reception at the entrance. The person seemed annoyed that we had gone through headout and had to speak English, which she didn't master.
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Isobel
Dec 2024Verified booking
Amazing place, incredible to see the buildings and the art. Be prepared for walking. Not much point going without an audioguide or a real guide unless you know it very well
Cherie
Nov 2024Verified booking
I appreciate how simple it was to buy tickets from your website . It was easy to download your app and to use it offline at the gate . It made the process soooooooo much easier . Our trip to Pompei was incredible . We had perfect weather and it was a day we will never forget .
Brigitte
Nov 2024Verified booking
We really enjoyed the excavations! The problem we had with the audio was that it was a cell phone. This meant that when I wanted to take photos with my cell phone, I always had two cell phones in my hand, which was very inconvenient! At some point we stopped using the audio. We really could have saved ourselves the money. I had imagined that the audio would have been in the form of headphones, which would have simplified things (including the settings).
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Pedro
Nov 2024Verified booking
All very good, but to enter Pompeii we had to queue, as those who did not have tickets, to exchange the tickets despite having paid for them online.
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Norberto
Nov 2024Verified booking
Everything is awesome.. I've like to visit again. My suggestions is to place a exact direction to where to park and the ruins are, it's so confusing as to where to go .
Saji
Nov 2024Verified booking
The experience itself was amazing, however the staff at the ticket counter was unhelpful, even can't direct to a car park
Ángel
Nov 2024Verified booking
The speed of access to both archaeological parks. Two spectacular sites, in the case of Pompeii it is so big that in one day it is impossible to see everything. On our next visit we will complete the part we missed! Thank you very much
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Popovici
Nov 2024Verified booking
The mix between ancient ruins and so many green placee. I loved the trees, the grass flowers and how some of the houses had an internal garden full of fauna.
Mari
Nov 2024Verified booking
The place was easy to find and as we were traveling on a Wednesday in November, there was no line at all. Tickets were easy to receive with the booking number, no problems at all. :)
Guillaume
Nov 2024Verified booking
The site is impressive in its size and state of preservation. In my opinion, for visitors who have not taken the guided tour or audio commentary, explanatory signage is lacking. It's very important to choose the right ticket for the right visit.
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Jason
Nov 2024Verified booking
Pompeii is stupendous. It took a while to collect our tickets, however the process was simple enough and once we were in we had a wonderful time.
Antje
Nov 2024Verified booking
Zooming in was very limited... Staff did not know how to access the additional information on the audio guide. Symbols like clay jugs or the fugitives are too small.
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Roger
Nov 2024Verified booking
Everything fell into place. I appreciated online and no wait to let purchase in advance. The app worked well. Unfortunately, I couldn't stay that long. I'll be back.
Elisabet
Nov 2024Verified booking
It was extraordinary, the guide was very kind, he explained it very well with anecdotes and jokes, punctuality, excellent tour. We could not enter the part of the amphitheater because that day there was dinner of the G20 leaders.
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Popoff
Nov 2024Verified booking
a bit strange if you buy a ticket online, to have to go to a ticket office where the employee has to encode the reservation number as well as the family name ... fortunately there wasn't a line of 1,000 people in front of us that day!
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Claudio
Nov 2024Verified booking
The purchase of the ticket was easy, the price was somewhat high and I would have liked it to be delivered with a map/brochure explaining the ruins.
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Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Tickets with Official Audio Guide
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- Want the freedom of self-discovery and the expertise of a guide at Herculaneum? These skip-the-line tickets with an engaging audio guide have got you covered.
- In 5 languages, unravel the narratives of ordinary citizens woven into the colorful frescoes, intricate mosaics, and stunning structures.
- Explore the lavish House of the Deer and Villa of the Papyri, and walk along the ancient main street Decumanus Maximus, lined with shops and houses.
- Want the freedom of self-discovery and the expertise of a guide at Herculaneum? These skip-the-line tickets with an engaging audio guide have got you covered.
- In 5 languages, unravel the narratives of ordinary citizens woven into the colorful frescoes, intricate mosaics, and stunning structures.
- Explore the lavish House of the Deer and Villa of the Papyri, and walk along the ancient main street Decumanus Maximus, lined with shops and houses.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line direct entry to Herculaneum
- Official audio guide in Italian, English, French, Spanish & German
- Tip: Want to visit a supposed ancient cult temple rumored to be run by imperially-sanctioned freedmen? Stop by the College of Augustales.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Entry is free for people with disabilities and an accompanying adult.
- Dogs are allowed into the venue, without restriction of breed or size. However, they must be kept with a leash and/or muzzle (the latter is obligatory for all breeds and opportunities provided by current regulations). Pet parents must have bags to collect any droppings.
- In the Antiquarium, inside the Padiglione della Barca and in the domus with mosaic floors, access is allowed only to dogs carried in their arms or in the appropriate carrier.
- Facilities: restroom, cloak room.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Martin
Dec 2024Verified booking
It is impressive to see in person how deep the city was buried and how far from the sea. That the skeletons were found on the jetties is very impressive. Finding the works of art that decorated the houses, frescoes, mosaics ... statues is a marvel.
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Elisabet
Nov 2024Verified booking
It was extraordinary, the guide was very kind, he explained it very well with anecdotes and jokes, punctuality, excellent tour. We could not enter the part of the amphitheater because that day there was dinner of the G20 leaders.
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Pascale
Nov 2024Verified booking
Well, what I expect from a visit is that no one's there!!! and that I'm all alone!!! no kids, no old people!!! and that was practically the case, so it was cool.
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Francesca
Nov 2024Verified booking
We arrived at the excavations by car and everything was very smooth starting from the parking lot. We did not wait either to get The audio guide or to enter. Very pleasant experience and really interesting excavations. Highly recommended
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Marion
Oct 2024Verified booking
At least an admission ticket and no queue. Paid for audio myself. In both cases I had the idea that everything was still possible at the box office. For less money: but booked in advance gives peace of mind! But it does cost a little extra.
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Nony
Oct 2024Verified booking
Arrive early to avoid the crowds... the site is smaller and more intimate than Pompei. Superb conservation/restoration work. Small museum next door for a glimpse of everyday objects... perfect audio guide!
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Andrea
Oct 2024Verified booking
Ordered tickets in advance as on a time schedule and wanted to avoid queues. Was worried about a lot of negative comments about website on line, but these were completely unfounded. Even had an email day before ticket booking to alert me to new opening hours for Herculaneum.
Annabel
Oct 2024Verified booking
It was easy to book tickets in advance which meant we didn't have to queue. We were able to leave our backpack in a locker for free. The site is small enough for children to manage to get around. Very interesting visit and amazed to see so much preserved history. It felt very sad, though, as it is essentially a large burial ground. Was able to get key info online. A map would have helped which I might have got had I bought tickets locally. I didn't get the audio guide as very expensive and new my 9yo son wouldn't have the patience to listen to it.
Andrew
Oct 2024Verified booking
Tickets initially only avaialable through the app but sent to me as PDF when requested. Easy to use at the site and Herculaneum itself was fantastic - a fascinating site, well worth the visit. Many thanks for enabling the experience.
Marta
Oct 2024Verified booking
The experience was great, we did not queue at all. The place is fantastic and very well preserved. With the autoguide we went into what used to be Herculaneum, with 360° views.
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Jordana
Oct 2024Verified booking
I loved the history! I bought the skip the line ticket which was easy to use . Parking right next to the site. I liked it better than Pompeii You can get audio if you like Took about 3 hours great experience!!
Ian
Oct 2024Verified booking
Amazing place, so much history and is fairly well documented, food choice on site is poor though with only vending machines available. Easy to book.
Mikel
Oct 2024Verified booking
Apart from the place, which is why we went. The surprise was the kindness and attention of the people who attended us, both in the access and in the audio guide that we got confused and did not have the right entrance, as in one of the people who looked after one of the domus.
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Chris
Oct 2024Verified booking
It was not made at all clear that to open a ticket you need the Headput app. This took 60 mins to download at the location. 60 minutes in Herculaneum waiting for an app I had no indication I'd need. Make this pjs in in future is my advice
Ann
Oct 2024Verified booking
Ticketing very good but when we got to Pompeii it was quite chaotic. It didn't seem to matter what time you booked for, and seemed to be a general free-for-all! No complaints about your end of things, I just think they need to get their act together when processing people arriving. The tour was excellent and we had a really good guide!
Kimberly
Oct 2024Verified booking
Easy access from the metro. Free lockers. Loved the large area to take in views from above. Grounds weren't too massive, easy to cover and enjoy in a reasonable amount of time.
Sophia
Oct 2024Verified booking
Tickets were easy to purchase and use upon arrival. Staff were polite. Herculaneum was clean, easy to navigate, and incredibly well preserved. If have kids, or just don't feel up to wandering Pompeii in the summer heat, Herculaneum is smaller and arguably more beautiful.
Shirley
Oct 2024Verified booking
Historically wonderful but No seats or resting places as it takes several hours to fully see the site No real cafe, current cafe very poor and we spent almost a whole day seeing the site Audio guide was often confusing as talked about places we could not enter Many "rooms" were closed off for no apparent reason ( particularly the male baths ) It would be interesting if the account of the eruption was detailed and the subsequent change of the coastline explained A staged mock up of a typical room with furniture and arti facts of the period or even better , found on the excavation would be enlightening Photographs of workers in the bakery did not reflect the relevant period, very strange
Nicola
Sep 2024Verified booking
Very simple to access the site, well sign posted, staff were very helpful. So interesting to be able to interact and walk around so closely to all of the historic ruins.
Edward
Sep 2024Verified booking
We arrived at Herculaneum and were soon to receive our phone guides and enter the site. Everything went smoothly for an enjoyable day
Avis
Sep 2024Verified booking
This venue was an excellent alternative to Pompay! Smaller, but filled with archelogical preservation that is ongoing. Highly recommend
Oesterreicher
Sep 2024Verified booking
What was achieved by the scientists and their assistants to make posterity understand what a volcanic eruption causes and also the way of life of the people at that time.
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James
Sep 2024Verified booking
We didn't need the skip the queue tickets as there was no queue. We really enjoyed it. Found it more fulfilling than Pompei (apart from the forum) and quieter.
Winfield
Sep 2024Verified booking
It was easy to buy tickets. Not many people but we had the confidence that we could get into the site.
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Mes
Sep 2024Verified booking
Walked straight to the ticket gate and was quickly shown through. Loved te site, the frescos, tiled floors and buildings.
- For history buffs, this exclusive private tour of Herculaneum with skip-the-line access will fuel your passion in the right direction.
- With the expertise of a multilingual guide, uncover the beautiful city frozen in time after the deadly Mount Vesuvius eruption.
- Experience a timelapse of emotions as you admire vivid frescoes and mosaics that once adorned the luxurious walls that talk about the Roman way of life!
- Get to see the well-preserved public baths, the engineering efforts, the shops that existed, and the lives that the inhabitants led before the eruption.
- The efforts to restore this UNESCO-listed ruins have been ongoing and this personalized tour is the best way to delve deeper into it.
- For history buffs, this exclusive private tour of Herculaneum with skip-the-line access will fuel your passion in the right direction.
- With the expertise of a multilingual guide, uncover the beautiful city frozen in time after the deadly Mount Vesuvius eruption.
- Experience a timelapse of emotions as you admire vivid frescoes and mosaics that once adorned the luxurious walls that talk about the Roman way of life!
- Get to see the well-preserved public baths, the engineering efforts, the shops that existed, and the lives that the inhabitants led before the eruption.
- The efforts to restore this UNESCO-listed ruins have been ongoing and this personalized tour is the best way to delve deeper into it.
Inclusions
- 2-hour private tour of Herculaneum with skip-the-line entry
- Expert English/Spanish/German/French-speaking guide
- The Northen Cardo
- The House of the Skeleton
- The Thermal Baths
- The Temple of the Augustali
- The House of Neptune and Amphitrite
- The House of the Wooden Partition
- The Gymnasium
- The Terrace of Nonius Balbus
- The beach
- Tip: Don't forget to ask your guide about key attractions like the House of the Skeleton, the House of Neptune and Amphitrite, the Thermal Baths, and the Forum.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Discover the ruins of Herculaneum, a well-preserved Roman town that suffered the same fate as Pompeii in 79 AD.
- See picturesque villas, bathhouses, frescoes, metal works, and more preserved in their near-perfect state in Herculaneum.
- Enjoy a comfortable experience with round-trip transfers from your hotel in Naples aboard a fully-fitted GT coach with audio commentary on board.
- Discover the ruins of Herculaneum, a well-preserved Roman town that suffered the same fate as Pompeii in 79 AD.
- See picturesque villas, bathhouses, frescoes, metal works, and more preserved in their near-perfect state in Herculaneum.
- Enjoy a comfortable experience with round-trip transfers from your hotel in Naples aboard a fully-fitted GT coach with audio commentary on board.
Inclusions
- 3-hour guided tour of Herculaneum
- Expert local guide
- Audio guides
- Round-trip transfers from Naples
- Fully-fitted GT coach
Exclusions
- Entry to Herculaneum
- During the low season, from Nov to Mar, the live guide inside the ruins will be replaced with an audio guide if the group is less than 6 people.
- The following are not allowed on this tour: Large baggage and suitcases.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Jan 2024Verified booking
The tour leader and driver are true professionals: we are satisfied +++. Punctuality, friendliness, commentary: perfect.
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- Experience a full day of adventure and history as you gain entry to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius National Park.
- Round-trip transfers from your hotel in either Pompeii or Naples, an expert driver, and a carefully curated route allow you to make the most of your trip.
- Benefit from a multilingual audio guide and map of Pompeii, followed by a visit to the homes and public spaces of the smaller city of Herculaneum.
- At Mount Vesuvius, you’ll climb to the active crater along with a volcanic guide, and find a thriving wine industry on its fertile slopes!
- Experience a full day of adventure and history as you gain entry to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius National Park.
- Round-trip transfers from your hotel in either Pompeii or Naples, an expert driver, and a carefully curated route allow you to make the most of your trip.
- Benefit from a multilingual audio guide and map of Pompeii, followed by a visit to the homes and public spaces of the smaller city of Herculaneum.
- At Mount Vesuvius, you’ll climb to the active crater along with a volcanic guide, and find a thriving wine industry on its fertile slopes!
Inclusions
- Day trip to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius
- Round-trip transfers from Pompeii or Naples (as per option selected)
- Entry to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius National Park
- Audio guide and map of Pompeii
- Tip: Don’t miss Herculaneum's boathouses, holding the skeletal remains of those who tried to escape the eruption by sea.
- While Pompeii and Herculaneum are wheelchair and stroller accessible, the climb up Mount Vesuvius is not.
- Unfortunately, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Leonie
Oct 2024Verified booking
This tour is basically a travel service between Pompei, Mt Vesuvius and Herculaneum. We were taken to Mt Vesuvius and left there - told to meet the bus at particular time. Considerable confusion about which bus to get on - driver very confused. Next we were dropped at Herculaneum with an audio guide that was totally separate to the Herculaneum numbers so when you played it, it didn't match where you were. Got back to bus at time we were told. Company miscounted number of participants so we had to sit and wait an extra 15 minutes. Driver was not happy and drove us back to Pompei in a very unsafe manner (130km/hr) on highway in a rickety minibus. Then we were left at Pompei with audio guide which had to be returned by 5.30 so you could get your ID back. An extremely disorganised company and too expensive to basically pay for transport and entry tickets. Enjoyed climbing Mt Vesuvius and wandering around Pompei and Herculaneum without audio guides.
Diane
Oct 2024Verified booking
Good transport and organisation. Unfortunately the audio guides did not correspond to the places in Erculaneum. In pompeii, it was intermittent. Overall they were amazing places to visit. This company get you to the places, take the hassle out of buying the tickets, and drive you safely back at the end of the day.
jennifer
Sep 2024Verified booking
Very well organized day. We were able to visit all 3 sites, without having to rush for Herculanum and Mount Vesuvius. For pompei, they show us the places to visit and the time allotted. Don't forget good shoes, as you'll be walking a lot. The team was top-notch. They even spoke a little French, even though we weren't supposed to. Audioguide for herculanum and pompei in French. Very nice!
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Jafar
Sep 2024Verified booking
I didn't really go, I didn't make it to the bus, but I managed to contact the organizater and got my pompeii entrance ticket and used them to go on my own. 10/10 communication experience
Lucie
Sep 2024Verified booking
Very well organized trip, meeting points clear and easy to find. Enough time in each place to see everything. We highly recommend this activity, which allows you to see 3 emblematic places close to Naples in one day!
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LYNNE
Jun 2024Verified booking
There is no way we could have seen all this without your wonderful tour! Well organised and a very fair price. Staff were friendly and helpful. And indeed we booked a tour for the very next day!
Caroline
Jun 2024Verified booking
The organisation and logistics to get through so much in one day was great. Could not have managed it independently. It is fast paced but we saw loads and it was stunning. A bit more warning to bring own food and about the terrain would have been helpful
Alan
May 2024Verified booking
A guided tour to the two archaeological sites would have been far better. The coach at Herculaneum failed to reserve seats for us, so my wife and I had to lose a full forty minutes off our allocated time in Pompeii, shiest we waited for another coach! This meant we only had less than two hours there..... Shame.
Gabriele
May 2024Verified booking
Everything went very well, pick-up was on time, transportation was pleasant, meeting points were well described. The trip was very interesting, with enough time at all stops (Vesuvius, Herculaneum, Pompeii). I would do it again!
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Liang
Apr 2024Verified booking
Visiting all three sites in one day may seem like a lot, but it's not - I highly recommend this well-organized tour.
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CLAUDIA
Mar 2024Verified booking
The logistics were good on Mount Vesuvius, in Herculaneum we were left in the middle of a street with no instructions on how to enter the site and only a driver who spoke only Italian.
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Aug 2024Verified booking
Places visited during this marathon day. Vesuvius, Heraclium and the incredible Pompeii. So vast.
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Aug 2024Verified booking
Well accompanied and very complete
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Aug 2024Verified booking
Very well organized. The tour was completely free, which was great! You just have to stick to the schedule.
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Jul 2024Verified booking
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I liked the places we visited. The staff checking us in and out were kind and helpful.
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- Enjoy the convenience of a round-trip express train transfer between Sorrento's Circumvesuviana Station and the UNESCO site, Herculaneum.
- Do not wait in line! Skip the line and embark on a 2-hour walking tour with an expert English-speaking guide, delving into detailed historical insights.
- Discover the House of the Mosaic Atrium, famed for stunning mosaic floors, featuring a leash-walking dog, surrounded by well-preserved decorated rooms.
- Explore grand sculptures at Herculaneum's House of Neptune and Amphitrite, then visit the well-preserved Roman bath complex at The Suburban Baths.
- Enjoy the convenience of a round-trip express train transfer between Sorrento's Circumvesuviana Station and the UNESCO site, Herculaneum.
- Do not wait in line! Skip the line and embark on a 2-hour walking tour with an expert English-speaking guide, delving into detailed historical insights.
- Discover the House of the Mosaic Atrium, famed for stunning mosaic floors, featuring a leash-walking dog, surrounded by well-preserved decorated rooms.
- Explore grand sculptures at Herculaneum's House of Neptune and Amphitrite, then visit the well-preserved Roman bath complex at The Suburban Baths.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line entry to Herculaneum
- 2-hour guided tour in English
- Round-trip express train ticket from Sorrento
- Maps
- Tip: Don't miss the boat sheds near the ancient shoreline. These sheds provide a unique glimpse into the maritime activities of the city.
- It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.
- The site of Herculaneum is extensive and highly exposed, making sunscreen and a hat advisable.
- It is recommended to wear closed-toe shoes. The ruins of Herculaneum can be challenging to navigate with open shoes or sandals.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Your Herculaneum ticket types explained
Skip-the-line tickets
Suited for: Those short on time
What you get
- Breeze through the entry and meet your guide, or begin your exploration on your own without waiting for anyone.
- If you’ve booked a guided tour additionally, meet the archeologist who will whisk you away into the settlement’s folds and regale you with tales of majesty, heroism and heartbreak.
Guided tours
Suited for: History and culture enthusiasts
What you get
- Interesting history, anecdotes and trivia about the site from an expert local guide.
- If you're visiting Mount Vesuvius, benefit from a volcanic guide who will offer little-known facts and insights about these areas in an active volcanic belt.
Day trips
Suited for: Those looking for an end-to-end package tour
What you get
- Round-trip options offer pick-up-and-drop from Naples/Pompeii, depending on your choosing.
- Within one full day, you can visit both Herculaneum, Mount Vesuvius and even Pompeii, depending on the ticket type.
Combo tickets
Suited for: Those who are seeking an in-depth experience
What you get
- Tick off other attractions on your Campania visit besides Herculaneum. Combo tickets offer better savings as compared to buying individual tickets.
- Include Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius in your itinerary to get a well-rounded understanding of the region, the consequences of the 79 AD eruption and more.
Booking guide: Find the best Herculaneum ticket for you
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Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Tickets
Skip-the-line
Herculaneum
Flexible
No
Herculaneum Archeological Park
Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with an Archaeologist
Skip-the-line, Guided tour
Herculaneum
2 Hours
No
Herculaneum Archeological Park
Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide
Skip-the-line, Audio guide tour
Herculaneum
Flexible
No
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Combo (Save 5%): Pompeii + Herculaneum Tickets
Skip-the-line, Combo
Pompeii/Herculaneum
Flexible
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Herculaneum Archeological Park, Pompeii
From Pompeii/Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Guided Tour with Archaeologist
Day trip, Guided tour
Pompeii/Naples
5.5 - 7 hours
Yes
Herculaneum Archeological Park, Pompeii
From Pompeii/Naples: Pompeii, Herculaneum & Vesuvius Day Trip
Day trip
Pompeii/Naples
8 hours
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Herculaneum Archeological Park, Pompeii, Vesuvius
Campania Express One-Way Tickets: Naples Porta Nolana to/from Herculaneum
Transfers
Naples/Herculaneum
18 minutes
Yes
Campania Express
From Naples: Herculaneum Half-Day Tour
Day trip, audio guide
Naples
3 hours
Yes
Herculaneum Archeological Park
Herculaneum map and navigational guide
The ruins at Herculaneum have several interesting attractions to visit, from ancient Roman houses to boat sheds and gymnasiums. Here's a map guide to getting around the ruins on your visit.
What to see inside Herculaneum
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House of Neptune
Located a little further from the House of the Charred Furniture, the House of Neptune was created as a tribute to the gods Neptune and Amphitrite. The primary attraction at the House of Neptune is a stunning glass mosaic wall featuring Neptune and his wife Amphitrite, with marble masks over it.
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Facilities
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March 16 to October 14: 8:30am to 7:30pm.
October 15 to March 15: 8:30am to 5pm.
Last admission: 90 minutes before closing time.
Closed: January 1 and December 25.
Best time to visit: The best time to visit Herculaneum is in the morning (before 11am) or during the off-season, between October to April. This offers a more relaxed tour experience.
Herculaneum Opening Hours
Address: Corso Resina, 187, 80056 Ercolano NA, Italy.
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Getting there
By train: L1, L4
Nearest station: Ercolana Scavi
By bus: ANM
Nearest stop: Herculaneum
By car: via A3, E45
Car parking: In addition to various private car parks in the area, the municipal car park in Viale dei Papiri Ercolanesi is operating regularly.
- Guests with motor disabilities can be assisted with the III Cardo ramp by reaching out to the staff at the entrance.
- There is an experimental app called Coloredibluerculanus that is available for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Interested visitors can email the site staff a week in advance to use it.
- Bookshop
- Cloakroom
- Audioguides
- Restrooms
- Information desk
- Please carry a small backpack or a purse as large bags aren’t allowed.
- Children below the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
- Infants must be carried in a sling or baby carrier as it is difficult to handle strollers in the cobblestoned areas.
- During the opening hours of the park, be sure to experience the Pomegranate Garden inside the House of the Relief of Telephus. It’s also a good idea to visit Maiuri Park, designed by the archeologist who extensively headed Herculaneum’s excavation projects. This botanical oasis is a gateway to appreciating the Naples countryside.
- If you’re a book lover, look out for and be part of the book sharing exchange that usually happens at the entrance on Corso Resina.
- There aren't many eateries around, so it is best to carry snacks or food and have a picnic around the site.
- Pappamonte: Enjoy a delectable selection of salads, Italian favorites (like gnocchi and eggplant parmigiana) and seafood at Pappamonte, located 1.7 km away.
- Bistrot Italia: Great interiors and sumptuous food (try the porcini!) spanning seafood, desserts and more, Bistrot Italia is just 1.6 km away.
- Ristorante Vesum: Good food and good views, Ristorante Vesum has an array of local delicacies including a selection of Campania red wine. Vesum is also known for its seafood. Vesum is located 7.7 km away.
- Budget: Herculaneum Maison and Hotel (40 m away), Ruins B&B (1 km away)
- Mid-range: Miglio D’Oro Park Hotel (290 m away), Villa Signorini Events and Hotel (900 m)
- Luxury: Il San Cristoforo (3.3 km away), Sisina Luxury Room (1.6 km away)
Beyond
Pompeii
Pompeii, Herculaneum’s twin site, was also entombed by hot ash and pumice by the Vesuvius’ eruption in 79 AD, preserving the city's structures, artifacts, and even human remains. Unlike Herculaneum, however, the debris that coated Pompeii was far lesser, aiding easier excavation of its remains.
Location: 16 km away
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Mount Vesuvius
Still a fire-breathing dragon, Vesuvius is an active volcano that has lost some steam over the years. Now no longer as deadly as it once was, small spurts of sulfur occasionally escape from its mellow peaks. Visit this geological site to get an insight into its terrain and character — and discover how it reduced the cities on its foothills to near ash.
Location: 12.9 km away
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National Archeological Museum
The Naples National Archaeological Museum is one of the most important archaeological museums in the world, housing an unparalleled collection of artifacts from ancient Pompeii, Herculaneum, and other sites in southern Italy. Some noteworthy works include the Bronze Runners from Herculaneum’s Villa of the Papyri, erotic charms and phallic symbols salvaged from Pompeii.
Location: 19.2 km away
Book National Archeological Museum ticketsFrequently asked questions about Herculaneum tickets
How much time can I save with skip-the-line tickets to Herculaneum?
You can expect to save 20 minutes to an hour of waiting time by booking priority access tickets. With these tickets, all you need to do is show your ticket at the entrance and begin your tour immediately.
How would a guided tour enhance my visit?
Since Herculaneum is buried in historical wealth, walking the ruins with a tour guide or archeologist can help you understand the meaning and purpose of various houses, frescoes and mosaics and other remnants. So, paying the extra few bucks for a guided experience is absolutely worth it.
What are my options if I don't want to avail a guided tour of Herculaneum?
Although nothing quite tops a guided tour, you can still learn about the history and significance of the Herculaneum with audio guided tours like Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide. If you want to go the traditional route and explore on your own, make sure you do plenty of research before visiting so you can fully appreciate what you’re looking at.
In what languages are audio guides available?
Avail Herculaneum audio guide tours in Italian, English, French, Spanish and German.
Who can avail discounted tickets to Herculaneum?
Typically, those under 18 enter for free, as do members of the ICOM, people with disabilities and one companion, students and teachers enrolled in courses related to archeology, culture, history, conservation, etc. Groups, Ministry bodies, etc. are liable to receive concessions.
What is the cancelation policy for Herculaneum tickets?
It depends on the ticket you choose to book. While some tickets offer a full refund on canceling tickets up to 48-72 hours in advance, for others there may be no refund available on cancelation. Please check before you make your reservation.
Is entry free for people with disabilities?
Yes, entry is free for people with disabilities and one companion, provided they offer proof of availing social support.
Can I access all the excavated portions of the Herculaneum with my tickets?
Yes, tourists can generally access all sites open to visitors, unless any specific monument or building is cordoned off for repair, like the Villa of the Papyri, for instance.
Are there any hidden gems or lesser-known spots inside the Herculaneum that visitors should check out?
While not exactly hidden, definitely check out the Palestra that sprawls two terraces (here, ancient Romans engaged in physical sport and ball games). Also visit the House of the Wooden Partition which has sliding doors that still work on their hinges. Though not much to look at, you can also stop by the House of the Skeleton, known for the fact that a skeleton was discovered here in the 19th century. It now has faded mosaics.
Are there day trips to Herculaneum that I can book?
Yes, Herculaneum is a popular day trip destination owing to its proximity to Naples. From Naples or Pompeii, book transfers to Herculaneum. To tour Herculaneum from Naples, you need just 3 hours, including travel time. Additionally, along with Herculaneum, you can even visit Mount Vesuvius if your ticket permits.