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Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Tickets with Official Audio Guide

Visitors exploring ancient ruins at Herculaneum, Italy.
Herculaneum House of Deer ancient frescoes and columns in Italy.
Tourists reading the information about the ruins of Pompeii, Naples
Mosaic of Neptune and Amphitrite in Herculaneum House of Neptune, Italy.
    • Bypass the lines and immerse yourself in the UNESCO-listed ruins at your own pace, accompanied by captivating commentary.

    • Relive the every day activities at ancient bakeries and public baths with your official audio guide to Herculaneum, a town kept intact by volcanic eruption.

    • Effortlessly explore the city’s key landmarks with expert tips and insights available in Italian, English, French, Spanish, and German.

    • Skip-the-line entry to Herculaneum

    • Official audio guide in Italian, English, French, Spanish & German

    • Live guide
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    Guests from United Kingdom, France, Spain and over 44 countries have loved this experience
    Jacqueline W Dasen

    Jacqueline

    5/5

    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.
    Mónica Espadas Fernández

    Mónica

    5/5

    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.
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    Mohini Devi Soman

    Mohini

    4/5

    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.
    Gouverneur Marc

    Gouverneur

    5/5

    Dec, 2024

    Nice, unhindered visit, but a ticket cut out for the girl doesn't mean you get in any quicker, as you have to go and do the girl to get a ticket!
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    Martin Schatzmann

    Martin

    5/5

    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
  • Getting started

    Time-travel on this epic journey to Herculaneum with skip-the-line tickets, avoiding the crowds and gaining swift entry to this ancient archaeological and mythical marvel. Redeem your audio guide at the kiosk and begin unraveling the city.

    What to expect

    Herculaneum

    Uncover the secrets of the verdant House of the Deer with its animal mosaics, and marvel at the opulent Villa of the Papyri. Explore the daily life of ordinary citizens as you walk along the ancient main street Decumanus Maximus, lined with shops and houses. Right opposite the richly designed House of Neptune and Amphitrite, you will find the female entrance to the Stabian public baths. And don’t forget to visit the supposed ancient cult temple rumored to be run by imperially-sanctioned freedmen – College of Augustales.

    Features

    Roam freely through the orderly ruins, marveling at well-preserved frescoes, intricate mosaics, and stunning buildings frozen in time. Discover the narratives woven into each unique site as you tune into your official audio guide.

  • Herculaneum

    Monday08:30 AM - 07:30 PMlast entry 06:00 PM
    Tuesday08:30 AM - 07:30 PMlast entry 06:00 PM
    Wednesday08:30 AM - 07:30 PMlast entry 06:00 PM
    Thursday08:30 AM - 07:30 PMlast entry 06:00 PM
    Friday08:30 AM - 07:30 PMlast entry 06:00 PM
    Saturday08:30 AM - 07:30 PMlast entry 06:00 PM
    Sunday08:30 AM - 07:30 PMlast entry 06:00 PM
  • Accessibility

    • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Entry is free for people with disabilities and an accompanying adult.

    • Dogs are allowed into the venue, without restriction of breed or size. However, they must be kept on a leash and/or with muzzle (the latter is obligatory for all breeds and opportunities provided by current regulations). Pet parents must have bags to collect any droppings.

    • 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.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

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

      • To redeem the audio guide, it is necessary to leave a document (copies or student cards not accepted) or a security deposit as a guarantee, which will be returned.

    Ticket Redemption Point

    • Show your ticket at Archaeological Park of Herculaneum.

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

    Get Directions to the Redemption Point

    Getting There

    By Bus

    • The closest bus stop is Resina - Poste. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the attraction.

    • Board buses #176, #177 and #455 to get you there.

    By Train

    • The closest train station is Ercolano Scavi. It is a quick 7-minute walk to the attraction.

    • Board trains #L1, #L4, and more to get you there.

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