Herculaneum Tickets
Visit the ruins of Herculanum, once a thriving Italian civilization which was reduced to ashes by the eruption of Vesuvius. Explore its perfectly preserved ruins to discover life and culture before 79 AD. Book Herculaneum tickets and tours here to enjoy skip-the-line entry, guided tours, return transfers, and combo experiences with Pompeii.Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with Archaeologist
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Discover the ancient town of Herculaneum, overlooking the Gulf of Naples with the skip-the-line ticket will benefit you by letting you inside without waiting.
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Walk alongside an expert archaeologist, who will share intriguing intel about the town.
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Much like Pompeii, this city too suffered the tragic effects of Mount Vesuvius' eruption.
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Pass along the monumental basilica, the grand spa complex, the gymnasium, and more.
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This guided tour can be booked in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.
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Discover the ancient town of Herculaneum, overlooking the Gulf of Naples with the skip-the-line ticket will benefit you by letting you inside without waiting.
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Walk alongside an expert archaeologist, who will share intriguing intel about the town.
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Much like Pompeii, this city too suffered the tragic effects of Mount Vesuvius' eruption.
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Pass along the monumental basilica, the grand spa complex, the gymnasium, and more.
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This guided tour can be booked in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.
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Herculaneum Tickets
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Explore Herculaneum, an ancient Roman town that provides a snapshot of time frozen still in the aftermath of Mt. Vesuvius' eruption in 79 AD.
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Discover the picturesque ancient villas, bathhouses, frescoes, and more, preserved in their near-perfect glory.
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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.
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Upgrade to access a virtual tour of ancient Herculaneum with 3D glasses or multilingual audio guides about how Romans lived over two millennia ago!
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Explore Herculaneum, an ancient Roman town that provides a snapshot of time frozen still in the aftermath of Mt. Vesuvius' eruption in 79 AD.
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Discover the picturesque ancient villas, bathhouses, frescoes, and more, preserved in their near-perfect glory.
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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.
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Upgrade to access a virtual tour of ancient Herculaneum with 3D glasses or multilingual audio guides about how Romans lived over two millennia ago!
Combo (Save 5%): Pompeii + Herculaneum Tickets
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Appreciate the beauty of the archaeological sites that once were Pompeii and Herculaneum, grand cities in Italy’s Campania region.
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The preserved UNESCO World Heritage Site features excavated ruins of streets and houses that visitors can freely explore.
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Discover stunning frescoes in gorgeous villas and communal spaces. Understand the civilization, architecture, and society of these cities.
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Learn of the town’s heartbreaking history as you see remains that are almost perfectly preserved by volcanic ash.
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This ticket includes skip-the-line access to Herculaneum allowing you to bypass the long tourist lines.
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Appreciate the beauty of the archaeological sites that once were Pompeii and Herculaneum, grand cities in Italy’s Campania region.
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The preserved UNESCO World Heritage Site features excavated ruins of streets and houses that visitors can freely explore.
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Discover stunning frescoes in gorgeous villas and communal spaces. Understand the civilization, architecture, and society of these cities.
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Learn of the town’s heartbreaking history as you see remains that are almost perfectly preserved by volcanic ash.
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This ticket includes skip-the-line access to Herculaneum allowing you to bypass the long tourist lines.
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Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Tickets with Official Audio Guide
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Dive deep into the history of the archaeological site of Herculaneum with a multilingual audio guide and fast-track access.
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Lavishly luxurious residences like the Villa of the Papyri and House of the Deer provide a glimpse into Roman aristocracy.
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Imagine the bustle on main street Decumanus Maximus, once a lively place dotted with stores, homes, public baths, and more!
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Visit the College of Augustales and try to spot the symbols that have fueled its status as an alleged ancient cult temple run by stately freedmen.
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Don’t miss: The spectacularly colorful glass-paste mosaic framed by sea shells, in the central wall of the House of Neptune and Amphitrite.
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Dive deep into the history of the archaeological site of Herculaneum with a multilingual audio guide and fast-track access.
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Lavishly luxurious residences like the Villa of the Papyri and House of the Deer provide a glimpse into Roman aristocracy.
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Imagine the bustle on main street Decumanus Maximus, once a lively place dotted with stores, homes, public baths, and more!
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Visit the College of Augustales and try to spot the symbols that have fueled its status as an alleged ancient cult temple run by stately freedmen.
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Don’t miss: The spectacularly colorful glass-paste mosaic framed by sea shells, in the central wall of the House of Neptune and Amphitrite.
Herculaneum Private Guided Tour with Archaeologist
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There is beauty in ruin and this 2-hour private tour of Herculaneum will show you exactly what the Roman ruins hold, how they came to be, and more facts.
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Let your multilingual guide lead the way and take you around this UNESCO-listed site which once adorned luxurious frescoes and art on its walls.
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Learn about the lifestyle of the inhabitants that were here, and see the beautiful public baths, shops, and streets that existed before Mount Vesuvius erupted.
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The exclusive tour allows you to explore at your pace so if you're a curious traveler or an avid history lover, this is cut out for you!
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Did you know that over 1000 people managed to escape during the eruption and resettled in Naples and Cumae?
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There is beauty in ruin and this 2-hour private tour of Herculaneum will show you exactly what the Roman ruins hold, how they came to be, and more facts.
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Let your multilingual guide lead the way and take you around this UNESCO-listed site which once adorned luxurious frescoes and art on its walls.
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Learn about the lifestyle of the inhabitants that were here, and see the beautiful public baths, shops, and streets that existed before Mount Vesuvius erupted.
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The exclusive tour allows you to explore at your pace so if you're a curious traveler or an avid history lover, this is cut out for you!
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Did you know that over 1000 people managed to escape during the eruption and resettled in Naples and Cumae?
10% off
From Pompeii/Naples: Pompeii, Herculaneum & Vesuvius Day Trip
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Venture into the past with entry to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius, where history and nature intertwine.
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Get stress-free round-trip transfers from your hotel with an expert local driver and a comprehensive audio guide with a map of Pompeii.
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Admire the remarkably preserved frescoes of Herculaneum and the theaters at Pompeii, offering a vivid snapshot of Roman life.
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Follow a volcanological guide up Mount Vesuvius and take in vistas of the Bay of Naples. Admire the vineyards along its slopes.
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Fun fact: Vesuvius is the only volcano in mainland Europe that has erupted over 30 times since its famous explosion!
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Venture into the past with entry to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius, where history and nature intertwine.
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Get stress-free round-trip transfers from your hotel with an expert local driver and a comprehensive audio guide with a map of Pompeii.
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Admire the remarkably preserved frescoes of Herculaneum and the theaters at Pompeii, offering a vivid snapshot of Roman life.
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Follow a volcanological guide up Mount Vesuvius and take in vistas of the Bay of Naples. Admire the vineyards along its slopes.
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Fun fact: Vesuvius is the only volcano in mainland Europe that has erupted over 30 times since its famous explosion!
From Naples: Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
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Take a tour around the ruins of Herculaneum, a well-preserved Roman town that suffered the same fate as Pompeii in 79 AD.
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Discover picturesque villas, bathhouses, frescoes, metal works, and more preserved in their near-perfect state in Herculaneum.
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Enjoy hassle-free transfers from your hotel in Naples aboard a fully-fitted GT coach with audio commentary on board.
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Take a tour around the ruins of Herculaneum, a well-preserved Roman town that suffered the same fate as Pompeii in 79 AD.
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Discover picturesque villas, bathhouses, frescoes, metal works, and more preserved in their near-perfect state in Herculaneum.
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Enjoy hassle-free transfers from your hotel in Naples aboard a fully-fitted GT coach with audio commentary on board.
From Sorrento: Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
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Take advantage of the convenience of the Circumvesuviana Station in Sorrento for an express train journey to Herculaneum, a renowned UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Don't play the waiting game! Zip past the queues with skip-the-line tickets and dive into the adventure of exploring this ancient city.
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Learn about its history as a prosperous city of merchants and the eruption of Mount Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago from your English-speaking guide.
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See not just the stone and ceramics from the eruption but also be amazed by carbonized wood, and paintings, even more exquisite than those found in Pompeii.
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Fun Fact: The Villa of the Papyri in Herculaneum is believed to have housed a substantial library, potentially containing thousands of scrolls.
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Take advantage of the convenience of the Circumvesuviana Station in Sorrento for an express train journey to Herculaneum, a renowned UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Don't play the waiting game! Zip past the queues with skip-the-line tickets and dive into the adventure of exploring this ancient city.
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Learn about its history as a prosperous city of merchants and the eruption of Mount Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago from your English-speaking guide.
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See not just the stone and ceramics from the eruption but also be amazed by carbonized wood, and paintings, even more exquisite than those found in Pompeii.
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Fun Fact: The Villa of the Papyri in Herculaneum is believed to have housed a substantial library, potentially containing thousands of scrolls.
Pro tips to help you make a pick
Skip-the-line tickets for Herculaneum are definitely worth it! They can save you anywhere from 20 minutes to an hour, letting you skip those long lines and get right to exploring.
If you’re coming from Naples, go for the Pompeii, Herculaneum & Vesuvius Day Trip. In just half a day, you can hop on an air-conditioned coach, explore both Herculaneum and Mount Vesuvius, and make the most of your time!
Some areas of Herculaneum may be temporarily closed for preservation work. Check the official website or inquire at the entrance to adjust your itinerary accordingly.
When booking online, you may need to choose an entry time. If visiting Pompeii and Herculaneum on the same day, plan ticket times to allow ample exploration and account for travel between sites. Look for flexible ticket options if your schedule is tight.
For a place as rich in history as Herculaneum, a guided tour is a smart choice! Join an expert archaeologist who can dive into the fascinating details, hidden secrets, myths, and stories that bring the site to life.
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About Herculaneum
As you enter the world of Herculaneum, history's layers are peeled back to reveal ancient Roman life. From household items to grand frescoes and sculptures, the Vesuvius eruption of 79AD preserved all these and more through the intense pyroclastic surge that swept the city.
It was found that the Vesuvius eruption caused the brains of one of the victims to turn to a glass-like material. This was because the brain had heated up very quickly before cooling down just as fast, thereby crystallizing brain matter.
Unlike Pompeii, Herculaneum was engulfed by a pyroclastic surge that carbonized and preserved wooden structures, furnishings, and even food.
The ancient Romans believed that Herculaneum was founded by the god Hercules on his return from Iberia.
Archaeologists found about 300 skeletons along the ancient beachfront, providing crucial information on the physical characteristics, health, and diet of the Roman population at the time of the Vesuvius eruption.
Herculaneum was discovered accidentally in 1709 when a well was being dug, revealing the ancient theatre of Herculaneum beneath the ground, marking the start of its rediscovery.
Why visit Herculaneum?
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Plan your visit
On April 25, June 2, November 4 and the first Sunday of each month, Herculaneum offers free entry.
Right beside the ticket counter, there’s a luggage storage room where the visitors can leave their bags and other personal belongings free of cost.
Visitors can access free maps and audio tours to navigate through the site. However, for a richer experience, it is recommended to go with a certified guide who is also a trained archaeologist.
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.
Like many tourist spots and monuments in Italy, Herculaneum too offers free access to wheelchairs. One can access a wheelchair by displaying your disability tag at the ticket office.