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Discover the fascinating ruins of Herculaneum on a 2-hour guided tour through ancient Roman homes. Thanks to priority entrance, you can skip the lines and immediately enter this unique archaeological site, preserved by the eruption of 79 AD. Walk along ancient streets leading to luxurious Roman houses such as the House of the Deer and the House of the Wooden Partition, decorated with beautiful mosaics. Explore with our expert guide, dive into the history of this remarkable place, and uncover the secrets of a timeless city.
• Skip the entrance line with priority access and start your guided tour right away
• Hear unique stories and secrets from an expert guide
• Visit the most important areas of the site with a clear and stress-free itinerary
• Stay inside the archaeological site after the tour and continue exploring at your own pace
Choose your date, select your language, and get ready for a memorable experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The meeting point is the entrance of Ercolano's Archaeological Park.
Itinerary
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1Parco Acheologico di Ercolano
Less crowded than its famous neighbor Pompeii, but just as fascinating, Herculaneum offers an intimate and unique experience: intact Roman houses, colorful frescoes, everyday objects frozen in time, and even miraculously preserved charred wooden structures. It's a leap into the daily life of the inhabitants of a city frozen by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD.
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(Pass by)
Step into one of Herculaneum's most luxurious seaside residences, named after the marble deer-hunting statues discovered in its garden. This elegant villa once belonged to a wealthy family who spared no expense: elaborate wall paintings, a scenic terrace overlooking the Bay of Naples, and refined dining rooms designed to impress guests. It's the perfect stop to picture how Herculaneum's elite truly lived.
Admission ticket free -
Sacello degli Augustali (Pass by)
This small but striking shrine was dedicated to the cult of Emperor Augustus, tended by freedmen known as the Augustales who used religious office to gain social status otherwise closed to them. Inside, remarkably preserved frescoes depict the myth of Hercules. It is a fitting tribute since the hero was believed to have founded the city that bears his name.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Home to one of the most vivid mosaics to survive from antiquity, this house takes its name from the dazzling glass-tessera artwork of the sea god Neptune and his wife Amphitrite, still glowing with color after nearly 2,000 years. Next door, an intact ancient wine shop with its counter and storage jars offers a rare glimpse into everyday commerce in the city.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Thanks to the extraordinary preservation conditions at Herculaneum, this house still holds a carbonized wooden screen that once divided the atrium from the more private rooms beyond. This is an everyday object that would have disintegrated almost anywhere else in the Roman world. It's a powerful reminder of how the eruption froze daily life in place.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Explore the well-preserved public bathing complex where Herculaneum's residents gathered to socialize, relax, and bathe. Separate sections for men and women reveal Roman bathing customs in detail, from changing rooms to heated pools, with mosaic floors and stucco decoration still largely intact.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Conclude the tour at the site's museum, where a selection of everyday objects, personal belongings, and organic remains recovered from Herculaneum bring the ancient city's final moments vividly to life.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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