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Herculaneum Private Guided Tour with an Archaeologist

Herculaneum ruins entrance with ancient stone archway and columns in Naples, Italy.
Herculaneum ruins with archaeologist guiding a tour in Naples, Italy.
Remains of House of Neptune in Herculaneum
Visitors exploring ancient ruins at Herculaneum with an archaeologist guide.
    • Enjoy an exclusive experience with your chosen crew, and gain clarity on the excavations and history of this ancient city.

    • Herculaneum is filled with the artifacts and architecture of a bygone era. Examine the tiny details with your archaeologist guide.

    • Embark on the tour solo or share the personalized experience with up to nine companions of your choice.

    • Private tour of Herculaneum with skip-the-line entry

    • Expert English, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Your priority shapes the itinerary. Choose where you'd like to spend more time, monopolize the questions asked to your archaeology expert, and enjoy dedicated attention at the UNESCO-listed excavations of Herculaneum.

    Getting started

    Glide past ticket lines with your pre-booking and ID card, step into the expansive archaeological park, and connect with your expert archaeologist guide.

    What to expect

    Herculaneum

    Wander through an ancient Roman city and fishing colony buried under volcanic debris from Mount Vesuvius, preserving a peek into the inhabitants' life – from the public baths to a library once brimming with scrolls.

    Features

    On this tour, you get to orient the journey, have all your curiosities answered in great detail, and share the experience with a select few.

  • Accessibility

    • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    Meeting point

    • Meet your guide at Biglietteria Ercolano.

    • Address: 80056 Ercolano, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy.

    • Guide identifier: Your guide will be holding a sign with your name on it.

    • Landmark: At the ticket office of the Herculaneum ruins.

    Get directions to the meeting point

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