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Herculaneum Tickets

Visit the ruins of Herculaneum, once a thriving civilization reduced to ashes by the eruption of Vesuvius. Explore its perfectly preserved ruins with tickets or a guided tour to discover life and culture before 79 AD.

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Herculaneum Tickets
Ancient Roman ruins of Herculaneum with Mount Vesuvius in the background.
Tourist photographing frescoes at College of the Augustales, Herculaneum.
Ancient ruins of the Herculaneum Samnite House with stone arches and preserved structures.
Ancient kitchen ruins with stone oven at Herculaneum, Italy.
Ancient relief sculpture depicting figures in Herculaneum archives.
Thermae interior with vaulted ceiling and ancient stone basin, Herculaneum.
Ancient frescoes and mosaics in a room at Herculaneum, part of the Pompeii & Herculaneum guided tour.
Herculaneum frescoes with detailed red and white drapery patterns.
Herculaneum ancient floor frescoes with geometric patterns.
Herculaneum ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background, Italy.
Ancient street with ruins and columns in Herculaneum, Italy.
Ancient columns and walls at Herculaneum ruins in Italy.
Herculaneum fresco depicting a figure in a toga on an ancient brick wall.
Herculaneum Ruins interior with ancient frescoes and stone benches.
Book now, pay later
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Jump the lines and explore Herculaneum's villas, frescoes, public baths, and more preserved in near-perfect conditions.

  • 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.

  • 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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  • Jump the lines and explore Herculaneum's villas, frescoes, public baths, and more preserved in near-perfect conditions.

  • 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.

  • Select an audio guide available in five languages to learn more about this once-bustling fishing colony at the foothills of Mount Vesuvius.

from
€16
Group listening to archaeologist during Herculaneum tour inside ancient ruins.
Herculaneum ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background, Italy.
Visitors exploring ancient ruins at Herculaneum, Italy.
Remains of Herculaneum house interiors with frescoes and mosaics on walls.
Tour group with archaeologist at Herculaneum site viewing ancient skeletons.
Visitors walking through the ancient ruins of Herculaneum basilica site.
Ancient frescoes and ruins inside a building in Herculaneum, Italy.
Herculaneum mosaic depicting marine life and mythological figures.
Group listening to archaeologist during Herculaneum guided tour, examining ancient ruins.
Aerial view of Herculaneum ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background, Italy.
Ancient street with ruins and columns in Herculaneum, Italy.
Ancient frescoed niche in Herculaneum with intricate mosaic details.
Herculaneum Ruins interior with ancient frescoes and stone benches.
Herculaneum Ruins ancient bathhouse interior with stone seating and mosaic floor.
Ancient Herculaneum ruins with preserved columns and frescoes in Italy.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
2 hr
  • Uncover hidden secrets at ancient Roman ruins under the guidance of an expert archaeologist who reveals fascinating details.

  • Bypass the ticket lines and join a small group of up to 20 people to explore the remnants of bustling marketplaces and squares in Herculaneum.

  • Tailor your experience with rich insights available in five languages, ensuring an immersive and personalized and journey.

More details

  • Uncover hidden secrets at ancient Roman ruins under the guidance of an expert archaeologist who reveals fascinating details.

  • Bypass the ticket lines and join a small group of up to 20 people to explore the remnants of bustling marketplaces and squares in Herculaneum.

  • Tailor your experience with rich insights available in five languages, ensuring an immersive and personalized and journey.

from €39.50
€35.55

10% off

Ruins of the College of the Augustales with frescoes and columns in Herculaneum, Italy.
Visitors exploring ancient ruins at Herculaneum, Italy, with colorful buildings in the background.
Herculaneum's House of the Deer with ancient Roman architecture and garden.
Visitors reading informational displays on a guided tour in Pompeii.
Mosaic of Neptune and Amphitrite at Herculaneum's House of Neptune, Italy.
Herculaneum ruins with ancient stone buildings and modern city in the background.
Herculaneum mosaic depicting marine life and mythological figures.
Herculaneum ancient floor frescoes with geometric patterns.
Herculaneum Ruins interior with ancient frescoes and stone benches.
Ruins of Casa del Rilievo di Telefo in Herculaneum with red columns and ancient courtyard.
Ancient street with ruins and columns in Herculaneum, Italy.
Ancient columns and ruins at the archaeological site of Herculaneum, Italy.
Herculaneum Ruins ancient bathhouse interior with stone seating and mosaic floor.
Ancient kitchen ruins with stone oven at Herculaneum, Italy.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • 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.

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  • 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.

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€26
Temple of Giove ruins in Pompeii with Mount Vesuvius in the background.
Tour guide explaining Pompeii victim cast to tourists.
Ancient Roman ruins of Herculaneum with stone structures and modern bridge in Italy.
Ancient frescoes and mosaics in a room at Herculaneum, part of the Pompeii & Herculaneum guided tour.
Aerial view of Mount Vesuvius with surrounding landscape in Italy.
Tourist taking photo from bus window on early morning trip to Chichen Itza.
Tourists exploring the ancient amphitheater ruins in Pompeii under a clear blue sky.
Pompeii ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background on Rome to Amalfi Coast day trip.
Visitors reading informational displays on a guided tour in Pompeii.
Visitors walking through the ancient ruins of Herculaneum basilica site.
Tourist exploring ancient Herculaneum baths interior, Italy.
Ruins of Casa del Rilievo di Telefo in Herculaneum with red columns and ancient courtyard.
Herculaneum ancient floor frescoes with geometric patterns.
Herculaneum fresco depicting two figures on a red background.
Hikers ascending Mount Vesuvius with panoramic views of Naples and the coastline.
Tourists listening to a volcanologist guide during a hike on Mount Vesuvius.
Free cancellation
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8 hr
2 more
  • Set off on comfortable round-trip transport from either Naples or Pompeii, and skip the ticket lines at three sites with a connected history.

  • Explore the public squares, street food stalls, and villas at the UNESCO-listed ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, buried under Vesuvian ash.

  • The volcanic Mount Vesuvius, resting between the two, is your next destination. Scale the tuff slopes, wander through vineyards, and peer into craters.

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  • Set off on comfortable round-trip transport from either Naples or Pompeii, and skip the ticket lines at three sites with a connected history.

  • Explore the public squares, street food stalls, and villas at the UNESCO-listed ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, buried under Vesuvian ash.

  • The volcanic Mount Vesuvius, resting between the two, is your next destination. Scale the tuff slopes, wander through vineyards, and peer into craters.

from
€125
Pompeii ruins with Mount Vesuvius and Herculaneum archaeological site panorama.
Pompeii ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background on Rome to Amalfi Coast day trip.
Tour group with guide in ancient theatre, Pompeii.
Herculaneum ruins with Mount Vesuvius in the background, Italy.
Tourist photographing frescoes at College of the Augustales, Herculaneum.
Pompeii Forum view from via del Foro with ancient columns and distant mountains.
Tour group exploring ancient ruins of Pompeii with stone columns.
Tour guide explaining Pompeii victim cast to tourists.
Stabian Baths in Pompeii with ancient frescoes and stone seating.
Ancient bath chamber with vaulted ceiling at Forum Baths, Pompeii.
Aerial view of ancient ruins in Herculaneum, Italy, with surrounding buildings and greenery.
Herculaneum House of Neptune mosaic with vibrant mythological scenes and intricate designs.
Herculaneum mosaic depicting marine life and mythological figures.
Visitors walking through the ancient ruins of Herculaneum basilica site.
Ancient kitchen ruins with stone oven at Herculaneum, Italy.
Flexible duration
  • Get access to Pompeii & skip the lines at Herculaneum with the freedom to visit each one on different dates of your choice at checkout.

  • Explore Pompeii at your own pace, observing architectural enigmas like the Building of Eumachia and the Temple of Apollo.

  • At the nearby town of Herculaneum, see a more vivid snapshot of life, from the Villa dei Papyri's ancient scrolls, to the boathouse skeletons.

More details

  • Get access to Pompeii & skip the lines at Herculaneum with the freedom to visit each one on different dates of your choice at checkout.

  • Explore Pompeii at your own pace, observing architectural enigmas like the Building of Eumachia and the Temple of Apollo.

  • At the nearby town of Herculaneum, see a more vivid snapshot of life, from the Villa dei Papyri's ancient scrolls, to the boathouse skeletons.

from €43.30
€41.14

5% off

Tourists taking photos at the crater of Mount Vesuvius, Italy.
Mount Vesuvius crater view with surrounding landscape, Italy.
Tourist photographing frescoes at College of the Augustales, Herculaneum.
Mosaic artwork depicting mythological figures in Herculaneum, Italy.
Traveler waiting with luggage for Vesuvius and Herculaneum tour bus in Naples.
Visitors walking along the path on Mount Vesuvius, Italy, with audio guide stations.
Tourists hiking on a trail at Mount Vesuvius, Italy.
View of Naples and the Bay of Naples from Mount Vesuvius hike.
Herculaneum ruins with tourists exploring the ancient site, Italy.
Ruins of Herculaneum with ancient columns and grassy courtyard in Italy.
House of the Mosaic Atrium in Herculaneum with intricate floor patterns and ancient walls.
Ancient ruins of Pompeii with columns and temple remains under a clear blue sky.
Ancient artifacts and pottery in a storage room at Pompeii, Italy.
Ancient bronze statue in Herculaneum, part of the Vesuvius and Herculaneum tour.
Free cancellation
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6 hr
1 more
  • A unique adventure awaits as you visit two UNESCO World Heritage marvels in one day: Mount Vesuvius and either Herculaneum or Pompeii.

  • Round-trip transfers from Naples and skip-the-line access ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit to these iconic historical sites.

  • Feel the excitement of hiking up the Vesuvian crater with a volcanological guide and take in breathtaking panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples.

  • Or, explore Pompeii, a city once bustling with everything from public baths to markets and even brothels, a vivid snapshot of ancient life.

  • Uncover the wonders of Roman history at Herculaneum, where you’ll find exquisitely preserved relics and ancient scrolls at the Villa dei Papyri.

More details

  • A unique adventure awaits as you visit two UNESCO World Heritage marvels in one day: Mount Vesuvius and either Herculaneum or Pompeii.

  • Round-trip transfers from Naples and skip-the-line access ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit to these iconic historical sites.

  • Feel the excitement of hiking up the Vesuvian crater with a volcanological guide and take in breathtaking panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples.

  • Or, explore Pompeii, a city once bustling with everything from public baths to markets and even brothels, a vivid snapshot of ancient life.

  • Uncover the wonders of Roman history at Herculaneum, where you’ll find exquisitely preserved relics and ancient scrolls at the Villa dei Papyri.

from
€95
Archaeologist explaining Herculaneum ruins to tourists in Naples, Italy.
Ruins of Herculaneum entrance with ancient stone structures and arches, Italy.
Ancient street with ruins and columns in Herculaneum, Italy.
Ancient frescoes and mosaics in a room at Herculaneum, part of the Pompeii & Herculaneum guided tour.
Visitors exploring ancient ruins at Herculaneum, Italy.
Tour guide discussing Herculaneum archives with visitors in a museum setting.
Ancient thermopolium ruins in Herculaneum with stone counters and walls.
Skulls and skeletons at Herculaneum ruins excavation site, Naples.
Thermae interior with vaulted ceiling and ancient stone basin, Herculaneum.
Group of tourists on a Herculaneum private guided tour inside ancient ruins.
Ancient relief sculpture depicting figures in Herculaneum archives.
Ruins of the College of the Augustales with frescoes and columns in Herculaneum, Italy.
Herculaneum ancient floor frescoes with geometric patterns.
Aerial view of ancient ruins in Herculaneum, Italy, with surrounding buildings and greenery.
Free cancellation
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2 hr
  • Enjoy an exclusive experience with your chosen crew, and gain clarity on the excavations and history of this ancient city.

  • Herculaneum is filled with the artifacts and architecture of a bygone era. Examine the tiny details with your archaeologist guide.

  • Embark on the tour solo or share the personalized experience with up to nine companions of your choice.

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  • Enjoy an exclusive experience with your chosen crew, and gain clarity on the excavations and history of this ancient city.

  • Herculaneum is filled with the artifacts and architecture of a bygone era. Examine the tiny details with your archaeologist guide.

  • Embark on the tour solo or share the personalized experience with up to nine companions of your choice.

from
€330
Tourist photographing frescoes at College of the Augustales, Herculaneum.
Ancient ruins of Herculaneum with Mount Vesuvius in the background, Italy.
Ruins of Casa del Rilievo di Telefo in Herculaneum with red columns and ancient courtyard.
Visitors exploring ancient ruins at Herculaneum, Italy.
Customers smiling on air-conditioned bus during Herculaneum tour from Naples.
Ruins of Herculaneum entrance with ancient stone structures and arches, Italy.
Visitors exploring ancient ruins at Herculaneum, Italy, with colorful buildings in the background.
Tourist exploring ancient Herculaneum baths interior, Italy.
Herculaneum House of Neptune mosaic with vibrant mythological scenes and intricate designs.
Framed ancient fresco with faded colors on a wall in Herculaneum, Italy.
Ancient relief sculpture depicting figures in Herculaneum archives.
Visitors using audio guides at Knossos Palace Archaeological Site.
Ancient thermopolium ruins in Herculaneum with stone counters and walls.
Group of tourists on a bridge at Herculaneum ruins during a guided tour from Naples.
Skeletons of fugitives at Herculaneum entrance, Italy, in ancient stone chambers.
Herculaneum ruins with tourists exploring ancient streets on a guided tour from Naples.
Free cancellation
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3 hr
2 more

- Depart from Naples in a comfortable AC van, bypass the ticket lines, and uncover the hidden treasures of Herculaneum with an expert guide by your side.

- Wander through the town’s preserved villas and central baths, frozen in time beneath layers of ash and pumice from Mount Vesuvius.

- Relax with swift 20-minute transfers from the city center, skip the queues, and enjoy captivating insights for a smooth and enriching half-day adventure.

More details

- Depart from Naples in a comfortable AC van, bypass the ticket lines, and uncover the hidden treasures of Herculaneum with an expert guide by your side.

- Wander through the town’s preserved villas and central baths, frozen in time beneath layers of ash and pumice from Mount Vesuvius.

- Relax with swift 20-minute transfers from the city center, skip the queues, and enjoy captivating insights for a smooth and enriching half-day adventure.

from
€70
Train platform at Naples Porta Nolana with Campania Express sign.
Passenger boarding train at Naples Porta Nolana station for Herculaneum transfer.
Campania Express train at station for Naples to Sorrento transfer.
Train departing from a busy station platform with passengers nearby.
Aerial view of Naples with Mount Vesuvius in the background, near train transfer to Herculaneum.
Ancient ruins of Herculaneum with surrounding landscape, view from above.
18 min
Transfers included
  • Travel to or from Naples Porta Nolana/Porta Garibaldi train station and Herculaneum Ercolano Scavi train station with easy one-way transfers.

  • With connections available, every 3 hours, don’t worry about missing a transfer and reach your destination within 18mins.

  • Get access to air-conditioned coaches and enjoy scenic views of striking contrasts of urban neighborhoods and Mount Vesuvius rising in the background.

  • At Herculaneum Ercolano Scavi Train Station, there are several transportation services to help you travel further or visit local landmarks.

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  • Travel to or from Naples Porta Nolana/Porta Garibaldi train station and Herculaneum Ercolano Scavi train station with easy one-way transfers.

  • With connections available, every 3 hours, don’t worry about missing a transfer and reach your destination within 18mins.

  • Get access to air-conditioned coaches and enjoy scenic views of striking contrasts of urban neighborhoods and Mount Vesuvius rising in the background.

  • At Herculaneum Ercolano Scavi Train Station, there are several transportation services to help you travel further or visit local landmarks.

from
€15

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About Herculaneum

As you enter the world of Herculaneum, history's layers are peeled back to reveal ancient Roman life. From household items to grand frescoes and sculptures, the Vesuvius eruption of 79AD preserved all these and more through the intense pyroclastic surge that swept the city.


Address
Corso Resina, 230, 80056 Ercolano NA, Italy
Visitors per year
300000
Expected wait time - Standard
0-30 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)
Unesco status
1997
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Sara Nocenti
IT

Sara

Italy
Aug 2025
5/5
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The reservation was quick and easy. The experience at the Herculaneum site wonderful, in addition to the beauty of the history and the site itself are the kindness of the staff and the attention to the care of the excavations. I would recommend it to anyone!
Julie Alabaster
GB

Julie

United Kingdom
Jul 2025
4/5
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Interesting site, I wish I'd gone there before Pompeii & I'd recommend people to do that so you are not comparing them . Wasn't expecting too see the skeletons on the lower level! Bring your own food as there's only a snack machine
Francesca Russo
IT

Francesca

Italy
Jul 2025
4/5
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Our guide Edoardo, was kind and knowledgeable. He gave us the opportunity to learn about this very interesting reality of Herculaneum.
Keith Laverty
CA

Keith

Canada
May 2025
5/5
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Fascinating history, with detailed and engaging discussion by our very knowledgeable guide Antonella. In 2 hours we covered most highlights of the site, and were free to wander afterwards. We also visited the museum displays afterwards to see many artifacts such as pottery, jewelry, and household items which were recovered from Herculaneum. Walking around the archeological site the ancient paving stones are somewhat uneven, so one must walk carefully, but boardwalks in some areas are helpful. We used the Circumvesuviana train to and from Napoli to get to Ecology, from Garibaldi station.
Wilfredo Laboren
GB

Wilfredo

United Kingdom
May 2025
4/5
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Last minutes changes put ne in a bit of a rush. Appreciate that they accomodate and wait for my arrival to start. Micheal the guide/archeologist was a fountain of knowledge, he made it all well worth it. Both Pompeii and Ercolano are well worth visiting.
Chatelier Frédéric

Chatelier

Apr 2025
5/5
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Superb visit. The Herculum site is very different from Pompeii. Much smaller, but you can get inside almost any house. Taking the audioguide is a real plus, I recommend it. We spent just under 3 hours seeing all the houses.
FILLEUL Odile
FR

Filleul

France
Jan 2024
5/5
The tour leader and driver are true professionals: we are satisfied +++. Punctuality, friendliness, commentary: perfect.
Kira Wilkinson

Kira

Aug 2018
5/5
I was unaware of Pompeii's sister-town of Herculaneum and was thus, not as keen on this tour as my friend was. I take it back. The experience was so surreal.
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