Private Tours

Naples National Archaeological Museum Private Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry

Visitors at Archaeological museum of Naples

Archaeologist guiding small group through Naples National Archaeological Museum exhibits.

Detail of Alexander the Great, Alexander Mosaic at Archaeological Museum of Naples

On this private guided tour, visit the Naples National Archaeological Museum and uncover the secrets of Pompeii and Greco-Roman antiquities.

Highlights

Ideal for history buffs, discover one of the finest archaeological collections on this 2-hour private tour with the help of an expert archaeologist.
Spend less time waiting and more time admiring the stunning Alexander Mosaic and the intriguing Herculaneum papyri with skip-the-line tickets.
Uncover the stories behind meticulously crafted marble statues like the Farnese Bull - priceless artifacts that have survived for thousands of years!
Choose from guides available in French, Spanish, English, German, or Italian and learn about the erotic hidden secrets of the Secret Room.
Fun fact: When the Farnese Hercules was first discovered, his legs were missing!

Inclusions

2-hour private guided tour of the Naples National Archaeological Museum
Expert French, Spanish, English, German, or Italian-speaking archaeologist guide
Skip-the-line entry

Exclusions

Egyptian Section
Temporary or special exhibitions

Cancellation policy

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

Your experience

The Farnese obsession

Alessandro Farnese was an interesting individual. Apart from being the pope of the Catholic Church, he had an obsession with collecting artifacts. Over time, his collection grew into one of the most valuable in Europe. This 2-hour private tour begins at the imposing entrance. You can directly skip the wait and your guide will meet you and reveal the historical relevance centered around the Farnese collection. Among the many masterpieces, you will come across the Farnese Bull - the largest sculpture recovered from the antiquity period. You will witness the masculine might of the Farnese Hercules who once greeted visitors at the Baths of Caracalla in 216 AD. Gaze upon mighty Atlas carrying the world depicted in the Farnese Atlas. Admire the beautiful frescoes and mosaics, including the scene of a triumphant Alexander the Great against the Persians at the Battle of Gaugamela.

The secret is revealed

Prepare yourself for what is to come. Your guide will take you to the Secret Room where you will be able to feast your eyes on over 250 sexually-themed objects excavated from Pompeii and Herculaneum. This collection was viewed as too scandalous for the eyes of the public and was only reserved for “mature gentlemen with good moral standing”.

Your tour ends at the magnificent Great Hall of the Sundial - named after the sundial embedded in the floor. Look to the ceiling and stare at one of the greatest ceiling paintings in Europe, depicting the symbolic crowning of King Ferdinand IV and his wife, Queen Maria Carolina.

Know before you go

What’s not allowed

Shutterbugs, take note: Flash photography, selfie sticks/monopods, and tripods are a no-go inside the venue.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair accessible.
Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue, provided that they are wearing a harness.

Additional information

Please note that this tour does not include access to the Egyptian Section or temporary exhibitions.
It is highly recommended that you wear comfortable shoes and clothing as the experience involves a bit of walking.

My tickets

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.