Explore ancient Herculaneum, which lies near the foothills of Mt. Vesuvius and is an excellent mirror into 1st-century life.
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Jump the lines and explore Herculaneum's villas, frescoes, public baths, and more preserved in near-perfect conditions.
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Spend as much time as you want uncovering different living spaces, like the opulent House of the Bronze Hermes and the artisanal House of the Cloth.
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Select an audio guide available in five languages to learn more about this once-bustling fishing colony at the foothills of Mount Vesuvius.
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Skip-the-line entry to Herculaneum
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Audio guide in Italian, English, French, Spanish & German (as per option selected)
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- Live guide
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Guests from United Kingdom, France, United States and over 44 countries have loved this experience
Jacqueline
Mar, 2025
Entering the ruins with the on-line purchased tickets was quick, easy, and smooth. Ruins were awesome, as they were on our first visit in 2017.
Fortunati
Feb, 2025
Beautiful experience and kudos to the guide who delighted us with his stories and the history of this little wonderView original review in Italian
Mónica
Feb, 2025
Beautiful experience. We visited from Spain. We liked it better than the visit to Pompeii. The excavation staff was very friendly. It is very well restored. In some houses the conservation is so good that you can be transported to ancient Rome and imagine yourself living there. I give a 10/10 to this excursion.View original review in Spanish
Mohini
Jan, 2025
It was so easy booking tickets for Herculaneum on Headout! The site itself is well restored giving an interesting insight into life prior to the eruption! It was heartbreaking going down to the previous shoreline and seeing the skeletons of those who were waiting to be rescued! Loved the paintings which are still visible all these years later! The only downside is that it is at least 20 min walk from the station. We struggled to find a bus or taxi to take us to the site.
Martin
Dec, 2024
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.View original review in Spanish
Experience the freedom of exploring Herculaneum at your own pace—skip the long ticket lines with digital entry and uncover the secrets of this UNESCO site without the hassle.
Getting started
Easily redeem your tickets at the entrance, say goodbye to the ticket lines, and get right into exploring the public squares, baths, and marketplaces of this coastal fishing town.
What to expect
Herculaneum
Believed to be of Greek origin owing to its strongly Greek Name, Herculaneum is a town that dates back to the 6th century BC. A site less busy, smaller and better preserved than Pompeii, the town is considered to be among the best preserved examples of life in the first-century. See houses with upper floors intact, the majestic basilica, the marble bath houses, the large spa complex and many more infrastructural elements of this ancient Greco-Roman town.
Features
Enjoy a flexible visit, making the most of your time to explore every corner of the ancient ruins. Seamlessly navigate through the site and make the most of your visit by upgrading to a multilingual audio guide.
Accessibility
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This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Entry is free for people with disabilities and an accompanying adult.
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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.
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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.
Additional information
- Facilities: restroom, cloak room.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.
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Please arrive at the redemption point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Ticket redemption point
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Exchange your voucher for a direct entrance ticket at Archaeological Park of Herculaneum.
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Address: Corso Resina, 187, 80056 Ercolano, NA, Italy.
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