Naples National Archaeological Museum
Visit Naples National Archeological Museum. Explore Greco-Roman antiquities from Pompeii and Herculaneum. Enhance your visit with guided tours.-
In a small group with up to 20 other people, discover Greco-Roman art and culture at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.
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Your English or Italian-speaking expert archaeologist unravels the stunning Farnese collection, the mosaic of Alexander the Great, and more.
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Marvel at objects from daily life in the Vesuvian era, as relics from Pompeii and Herculaneum are also on display here.
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Fun fact: Naples National Archaeological Museum the world's third-largest collection of Egyptian artifacts!
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In a small group with up to 20 other people, discover Greco-Roman art and culture at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.
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Your English or Italian-speaking expert archaeologist unravels the stunning Farnese collection, the mosaic of Alexander the Great, and more.
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Marvel at objects from daily life in the Vesuvian era, as relics from Pompeii and Herculaneum are also on display here.
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Fun fact: Naples National Archaeological Museum the world's third-largest collection of Egyptian artifacts!
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With skip-the-line entry, explore a historic collection of Greek, Roman, and Renaissance antiquities at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.
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Discover a treasure trove of mosaics, wall paintings, frescoes, artifacts, and more.
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See sculptures from the Temple of Isis and papyrus rolls from the Villa Dei Papiri.
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Fun fact: You can find a collection of erotic artifacts from Pompeii and Herculaneum in the museum’s Secret Room!
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With skip-the-line entry, explore a historic collection of Greek, Roman, and Renaissance antiquities at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.
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Discover a treasure trove of mosaics, wall paintings, frescoes, artifacts, and more.
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See sculptures from the Temple of Isis and papyrus rolls from the Villa Dei Papiri.
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Fun fact: You can find a collection of erotic artifacts from Pompeii and Herculaneum in the museum’s Secret Room!
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Ideal for history buffs, discover one of the finest archaeological collections on this 2-hour private tour with the help of an expert archaeologist.
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Spend less time waiting and more time admiring the stunning Alexander Mosaic and the intriguing Herculaneum papyri with skip-the-line tickets.
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Uncover the stories behind meticulously crafted marble statues like the Farnese Bull - priceless artifacts that have survived for thousands of years!
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Choose from guides available in French, Spanish, English, German, or Italian and learn about the erotic hidden secrets of the Secret Room.
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Fun fact: When the Farnese Hercules was first discovered, his legs were missing!
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Ideal for history buffs, discover one of the finest archaeological collections on this 2-hour private tour with the help of an expert archaeologist.
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Spend less time waiting and more time admiring the stunning Alexander Mosaic and the intriguing Herculaneum papyri with skip-the-line tickets.
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Uncover the stories behind meticulously crafted marble statues like the Farnese Bull - priceless artifacts that have survived for thousands of years!
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Choose from guides available in French, Spanish, English, German, or Italian and learn about the erotic hidden secrets of the Secret Room.
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Fun fact: When the Farnese Hercules was first discovered, his legs were missing!
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Uncover Naples' Roman history and unique red-tiled architecture on a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour, with 20 pit stops and rides every 20-30 minutes.
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Hop off from an open-top bus featuring audio guides and WiFi, then see the Royal Palace's ornate rooms, and an opera at the historic Teatro di San Carlo.
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Skip the lines and dive into a treasure trove of ancient wonders at Naples' Archaeological Museum housing rare Greek, Roman, and Renaissance relics.
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Don't forget to check out the papyrus from the Villa Dei Papiri, Temple of Isis sculptures, and the Pompeii and Herculaneum erotic collection.
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Fun fact: The Museum includes a grand floor mosaic depicting Alexander the Great in battle, made with about 1.5 million tiny colored tiles.
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Uncover Naples' Roman history and unique red-tiled architecture on a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour, with 20 pit stops and rides every 20-30 minutes.
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Hop off from an open-top bus featuring audio guides and WiFi, then see the Royal Palace's ornate rooms, and an opera at the historic Teatro di San Carlo.
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Skip the lines and dive into a treasure trove of ancient wonders at Naples' Archaeological Museum housing rare Greek, Roman, and Renaissance relics.
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Don't forget to check out the papyrus from the Villa Dei Papiri, Temple of Isis sculptures, and the Pompeii and Herculaneum erotic collection.
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Fun fact: The Museum includes a grand floor mosaic depicting Alexander the Great in battle, made with about 1.5 million tiny colored tiles.
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See a vast array of artifacts from ancient Rome, such as the Papyri Collection, erotic art, and Greek frescoes at the Naples National Archaeological Museum.
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Admire the renowned Farnese Collection, featuring sculptures such as the Farnese Bull and the Farnese Hercules.
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Step into the Pompeii archaeological site and witness a snapshot of Roman daily life, frozen in time: observe their prayers, love, and demise!
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Wander through the well-preserved ancient houses of Pompeii such as the House of Faun, and visit one of the oldest surviving Roman amphitheaters.
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Fun fact: Pompeii was buried under volcanic ash and pumice in the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, preserving it remarkably well.
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See a vast array of artifacts from ancient Rome, such as the Papyri Collection, erotic art, and Greek frescoes at the Naples National Archaeological Museum.
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Admire the renowned Farnese Collection, featuring sculptures such as the Farnese Bull and the Farnese Hercules.
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Step into the Pompeii archaeological site and witness a snapshot of Roman daily life, frozen in time: observe their prayers, love, and demise!
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Wander through the well-preserved ancient houses of Pompeii such as the House of Faun, and visit one of the oldest surviving Roman amphitheaters.
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Fun fact: Pompeii was buried under volcanic ash and pumice in the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, preserving it remarkably well.
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With skip-the-line entry, discover Herculaneum, an ancient Roman town preserved even better than Pompeii after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.
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Swing by The House of Neptune and Amphitrite, a grand villa named after its stunning fresco depicting the sea god Neptune and his wife Amphitrite.
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See a vast array of artifacts from ancient Rome, such as the Papyri Collection, erotic art, and Greek frescoes at the Naples National Archaeological Museum.
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Admire the renowned Farnese Collection, featuring sculptures such as the Farnese Bull and the Farnese Hercules.
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Fun fact: Like Pompeii, Herculaneum was buried under volcanic ash and pumice during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.
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With skip-the-line entry, discover Herculaneum, an ancient Roman town preserved even better than Pompeii after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.
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Swing by The House of Neptune and Amphitrite, a grand villa named after its stunning fresco depicting the sea god Neptune and his wife Amphitrite.
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See a vast array of artifacts from ancient Rome, such as the Papyri Collection, erotic art, and Greek frescoes at the Naples National Archaeological Museum.
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Admire the renowned Farnese Collection, featuring sculptures such as the Farnese Bull and the Farnese Hercules.
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Fun fact: Like Pompeii, Herculaneum was buried under volcanic ash and pumice during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.
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Explore Naples without the hassle of purchasing tickets at each attraction and get free admission to the first 3 attractions of your choice from the list provided.
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Visit the Museum of Capodimonte, Royal Palace of Naples, and many more sites! Leverage discounts of up to 50% on the 4th attraction onwards.
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Enjoy unlimited public transport in the entire urban route for the 3-day validity of the pass.
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Support is available in English and Italian with a digital pass that does not require you to physically carry a card and worry about handling it.
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Explore Naples without the hassle of purchasing tickets at each attraction and get free admission to the first 3 attractions of your choice from the list provided.
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Visit the Museum of Capodimonte, Royal Palace of Naples, and many more sites! Leverage discounts of up to 50% on the 4th attraction onwards.
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Enjoy unlimited public transport in the entire urban route for the 3-day validity of the pass.
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Support is available in English and Italian with a digital pass that does not require you to physically carry a card and worry about handling it.
- Discover the Campania region from Naples to Pompeii, Herculaneum, Paestum, and more with a single pass.
- Enjoy free entry to two top attractions of your choice and get up to 50% off additional visits.
- Choose from over 100+ included museums, archaeological sites, and cultural landmarks across the region.
- Travel freely with unlimited access to Campania's public transportation during the validity of your Artecard.
- Fun fact: Campania produces some of Italy's finest dry pasta and an abundance of well-respected cheeses and salamis, as well as some delicious liqueurs.
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- Discover the Campania region from Naples to Pompeii, Herculaneum, Paestum, and more with a single pass.
- Enjoy free entry to two top attractions of your choice and get up to 50% off additional visits.
- Choose from over 100+ included museums, archaeological sites, and cultural landmarks across the region.
- Travel freely with unlimited access to Campania's public transportation during the validity of your Artecard.
- Fun fact: Campania produces some of Italy's finest dry pasta and an abundance of well-respected cheeses and salamis, as well as some delicious liqueurs.
Pro tips to help you make a pick
Since the core collections of the museum showcase remnants retrieved from Pompeii and Herculaneum, we recommend combining your visit to the museum with trips to these ancient archeological sites. This helps you appreciate the significance of the artifacts, their origins and the unique circumstances that brought them to the museum.
Did you know that many of the paintings from the Farnese collection are housed in the Capodimonte Museum? Purchase the Artecard Napoli card and gain entry to three Naples monuments of your choice, and get discounts from the 4th one onwards.
If you're in Naples for just a day, book a Hop-On-Hop-Off tour that not only stops at the city's top attractions like the Duomo, Baptistery, etc. but also gives you entry to the National Archeological Museum of Naples. What's more, avail audio guides in 10 languages on your bus tour.
The MANN always offers something exciting, from temporary archaeology exhibits to painting and printmaking workshops for children. Be sure to plan your visit and book tickets based on the event you'd like to attend.
For a more intimate experience, opt for a private guided tour with an archaeologist fluent in French, Spanish, English, German, or Italian to customize the tour to your preferences.
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About Naples National Archaeological Museum
Besides collectibles retrieved from the buried towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum, the National Archeological Museum of Naples boasts of the impressive Farnese collection from the Bourbon era. Visit this iconic museum in Naples to get a comprehensive understanding of the history and culture of the Campania region.
The National Archeological Museum of Naples has a Secret Room, or Gabinetto Segreto, which contains erotic artifacts and sculptures from Pompeii and Herculaneum, capturing their preoccupation with sensual pursuits.
Between 1616 and 1777, the museum was the seat of the University of Naples.
In the 18th century, the museum was also used as army barracks by the Bourbon family and a dumping ground for the looted collections from Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Why visit Naples National Archaeological Museum?
Plan your visit
Eastern entrance
This is located on the right of the main exit of the Museo metro
Middle entrance
This entrance is via the central staircase
Western entrance
This can be accessed from the Museo metro exit by walking up the sidewalk and turning right to where cars are permissible. The third entrance is for people with disabilities and wheelchair users.
The ticket office closes at 6:30pm and closing operations begin at 7pm.
Parking is available to people with disabilities.