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Go for: Skip-the-line tickets
Duration: Flexible
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Go for: Round trips/transfers/day trips
Duration: 3-8 hours
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Go for: Guided tours
Duration: 2-8 hours
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Go for: Combo tours that include visits to Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius
Duration: 5-8 hours
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The remains of Herculaneum were almost perfectly preserved under the volcanic ash of Mount Vesuvius. While there’s plenty to explore and observe at Herculaneum, here are the top sites you should definitely visit.
This site, located a little further from the House of the Charred Furniture, was created as a tribute to the gods Neptune and Amphitrite. One can notice a a courtyard and alcove here, along with the remains of a fountain. The primary attraction here is the stunning glass mosaic wall with marble masks over it.
Considered one of the most magnificent villas in Herculaneum, this site gained fame due to the discovery of numerous papyrus scrolls. Its stunning architecture is still identifiable with the multiple frescoes, marble sculptures and bronzes. It is thought to once have a vineyard and gardens, and has a direct view of the sea from its terraces.
The thermal baths date back to the 1st Century BC. They clearly demarcate separate areas for men and women. Once can still identify how the water was heated by a large, still-intact furnace. Notice the changing rooms, the different hot and cold abthing areas, and even the storage areas for clothing.
Devotees of Emperor Augustus’ cult met here for their meetings and marked it as their official seat. It is also marked by various frescos, famous ones portraying Hercules wrestling Achelous and another where he enters Mount Olympus, accompanied by Juno and Minerva.
From all the excavation projects, the Samnite House was identified as one of the oldest aristocratic residences in Herculaneum. It is thought to have been constructed back in 2nd Century BC and was about 300 years old when Mount Vesuvius erupted. Of note is its beautiful flooring, rainwater pool and still-standing columns and pillars.
On this spot, one can find another grand villa in Herculaneum, facing the oceanside. These were decorated with statues of deers and large marble tables that one can find in the on-site museum as well. Notice the unique flooring of this villa, as it is covered with intricate mosaics, frescos and marble chips.
March 16 and October 14: 8:30 AM to 7:30 PM.
October 15 to March 15: 8:30 AM to 5 PM
Last admission: 90 minutes before closing time.
Closed: January 1 and December 25.
Best time to visit: The best time to visit Herculaneum is during the off-season, between October to April.
Herculaneum Opening HoursAddress: Corso Resina, 187, 80056 Ercolano NA, Italy.
Find On Map.
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.
Pompeii was entombed by hot ash and pumiceby the Vesuviius eruption of 79 AD, preserving the city's structures, artifacts, and even human remains. This exceptional preservation has made Pompeii one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in the world.
The Royal Palace of Naples is a magnificent example of Neapolitan Baroque architecture, combining elements of Renaissance, Mannerist, and Rococo styles. It has been the residence of the Bourbon and Savoy monarchs of Naples and Sicily for centuries, and today it serves as a museum and cultural center.
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.
Yes. You can book your Herculaneum tickets online as they now accept digital reservations.
Booking online offers several advantages like:
-Convenience: Book your tickets from anytime, anywhere!
-Discounts: Online booking gives you plenty of deals and offers that might otherwise be unavailable on site.
-Options: Combo tours, day trips, guided tours... there are a variety of options available while booking online to help you make the most of your visit.
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. It is advised you check your ticket to learn about the discounts.
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.
It depends on the tour you book. Standard Herculaneum tickets do not include guided tours. However, you can purchase the service of a tour guide by booking those particular tickets. You can also choose to purchase an audioguide on site to enhance your experience.
Herculaneum opening hours are 8:30 AM to 7:30 PM from March 16 to October 14 and 8:30 AM to 5 PM from October 15 to March 15.
Yes. You can book Naples to Herculaneum tours now. Your experience would include return transfers and a combo tour of Pompeii. You can also opt to additionally pay for a tour guide.