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Where are Herculaneum Ruins Located?

Address: Corso Resina, 187, 80056 Ercolano NA, Italy

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Discover the captivating echoes of ancient life at the Herculaneum Ruins, situated in the town of Ercolano. Immerse yourself in the preserved remnants of a once-thriving Roman town, frozen in time by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The ruins provide a mesmerizing glimpse into the daily lives, art, and architecture of the past.

Nearest Landmark: Ercolano Scavi Train Station, 7 min walk

Getting to Herculaneum Ruins by Public Transport

By Train

Travel Time: 20 to 30 minutes from Napoli Porta Nolana

  • The Line 1 departs from Naples and leads to Ercolano Scavi.
  • Ercolano Savi is a 5 minute walk away from Herculaneum Ruins
  • Tickets can be bought in tobacco shops and news stands

Getting To The Colosseum By Car

Driving Route

Travel Time: 20 minutes from Napoli Porta Nolana

  • From Napoli Porta Nolana, head south on Corso Giuseppe Garibaldi toward Traversa II Giuseppe Garibaldi for about 350 meters.
  • Turn left onto Via Amerigo Vespucci. Continue for approximately 700 meters.
  • At the roundabout, go straight onto Via Alessandro Volta and continue for 500 meters.
  • At the next roundabout, continue straight onto Via Reggia di Portici for about 450 meters.
  • Take the A3 ramp to Zona Industriale/Bari/A2/Roma/Salerno/Ottaviano, covering around 270 meters.
  • Merge onto A3 and stay left for about 650 meters.
  • Continue on A3 and take the exit toward Portici/Ercolano. Merge onto Piazza Privata Luigi Sapio/Via Ulivi in Portici. This will take about 6 minutes, covering approximately 6.7 kilometers.
  • Follow signs to Via Panoramica and Via IV Novembre, leading you to SS 18 Tirrena Inferiore/SR18 in Ercolano.

Parking Facilites

Parking: There’s parking available at an underground parking garage located near the entrance of the site. The approximate cost of parking is 3-4 euros per hour.   

Which is the Best Way to Get to Herculaneum Ruins?

  • Budget Friendly: The train is the most budget friendly option. You can purchase tickets from newspaper stands and tobaco shops.
  • Fastest Option: Reaching Herculaneum Ruins is the fastest option. It just takes between 20-25 minutes depending on traffic from Napoli Porta Nolana to Herculaneum Ruins.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Herculaneum Ruins Location

What is Herculaneum Ruins' Location?

The Herculaneum Ruins are located in the town of Ercolano, South East of Naples. Its official address is Corso Resina, 187, 80056 Ercolano NA, Italy

What are the different ways to get to Herculaenum Ruins?

Herculaneum Ruins can be accessed by both bus and train services, There is a train station a 5 minute walk away from the site.

Which is the closest train station to Herculaneum Ruin's Location?

Ercolano Scavi Train Station is the closest train station to Herculaneum Ruins. It is a 7 minute walk from the location of Herculaneum Ruins.

Which train route goes to Herculaneum Ruins>

The Line 1 from Naples goes to Herculaneum Ruins

Are there parking facilities at Herculaneum Ruins?

There’s parking available at an underground parking garage located near the entrance of the site. The approximate cost of parking is 3-4 euros per hour.