Landmarks

Herculaneum Entry Tickets

4.4/5(3,538)

Niaka S

Couple

Verified booking

Yesterday

The remains of this ancient city are beautiful and give an excellent inside view of life of this time. Tickets were easy to get and easy to get in the side.

Rose T

Solo

Verified booking

Yesterday

I really loved how passionate our guide, Luciano was about history. This excitment made the history come alive. The booking process was easy, instructions were easy to follow and the tour was worth doing. I would have liked more time exploring and at times felt a little rushed through with little time to take photos.

Pautonnier E

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

For the app: Very easy to navigate, clear choices, prices close to the market rate, simple and secure. For the site: a walk into life in 79 BC. The arrival overlooking Herculaneum and the sea horizon are breathtaking. A peaceful walk that is easy to navigate.. A discovery in every house. A small shop within reach of visitors. Cleanliness! And an open resting area overlooking the site.. A small number of visitors from all over the world, very interested and very polite. Not to be missed! And then the real life of a commuter train and Naples station singing.. A very, very beautiful day.

Ceylan A

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

I loved Ercolano. Especially among the nice touches were Antiquarium and the oasis-like pomegranate orchard for a needed break. We could not find the Papyrus House, there was no offline or online guidance about its whereabouts. Audioguide was not under friendly, every time I paused the guide or my phone locks its screen, I would have to restart the app, restart from homescreen, search for the respective menu and then play the audio from scratch. This disrupted the flow and kind of took away motivation to listen.

Brian D

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Myself and my wife had an excellent day out visiting pompeii , Herculaneum and Vesuvius, our driver picked us up on time from our hotel was courteous and being a local very knowledgeable of all the areas we travelled through. He was very happy to answer all our questions. The guide we had for both Herculaneum and Pompeii was very knowledgeable and took things at our pace and was able to answer all our question. The day was hot but very enjoyable would recommend this excursion to any one.

Linda F

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

Francesco (I think) was our tour guide for Herculaneum and he was fantastico !! He was funny & friendly & extremely knowledgeable having spent a lot of his youth hanging around Herculaneum in his free time... Herculaneum was a different experience to Pompeii & I would highly recommend visiting it as it is more preserved than Pompeii and has a fantastic museum full of artifacts. Definitely put this on your to do list if you are in the Napoli area !! ☆☆☆☆☆

Explore Herculaneum, the remarkably preserved Roman city buried by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, with priority entry to the archaeological park.

Walk through ancient streets, homes, bathhouses, and vibrant frescoes that offer a rare glimpse into everyday Roman life.

Discover original wooden structures, mosaics, and the remains of hundreds of residents preserved by the volcanic eruption.

Explore at your own pace and choose from multilingual digital audio guides available in English, Italian, French, and Spanish.

Upgrade to an expert-guided tour in English or add round-trip transfers from Naples for a seamless day trip.

Access to Archaeological Park of Herculaneum

Digital audio guide in English, Italian, French & Spanish (as per option selected)

Digital guidebook (as per option selected)

Guided tour with an expert English-speaking archaeologist guide (as per option selected)

Round-trip AC coach transfers from Naples (as per option selected)

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Mark S
Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
We totally enjoyed our trip to Herculaneum. Following out trip to pompeii the day before with the guide we went here on our own. The information available whilst walking round is great and we would recommend visiting here. Not as busy as pompeii and some of the building are in far better condition. Great day. Also recommend #A Modo Nostro Bistro for a drink and food near the station.
Jankovits J
Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
Hello. Finding the entrance to the site... not easy. But after that, very good! Underground parking close to the entrance. Very beautiful site despite the buildings around it. Access was very easy with Headout tickets 👍 We are very happy!
Alan N
Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
Sergio was an excellent guide - knowledgeable, engaging and amusing. He also treated all questions as if they were genuinely interesting, which is a clever technique. Highly recommended.
Martin S
Solo
Verified booking
5 days ago
Super easy booking process and entry into herculanum. Easy to navigate streets with superb quality and rich history through the entire day
Maria B
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
A wonderful and awe-inspiring place. You can imagine the people of Herculaneum and the horror they had to live through. Magnificent preservation.

Step into the remarkably preserved Roman city of Herculaneum with skip-the-line entry and a digital audio guide.

Getting started

Arrive at the main entrance of the Archaeological Park of Herculaneum, where your ticket will be validated for priority access. Download your digital audio guide in your preferred language and begin your self-paced exploration after a brief security check.

What to expect

Herculaneum Archaeological Park

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Herculaneum offers a rare glimpse into daily Roman life, frozen in time by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. This compact site is renowned for its exceptional preservation, making it a standout among ancient ruins.

Features

Preserved structures: Walk along original Roman streets and see intact roofs, beds, doors, and even remnants of ancient food, offering a tangible connection to the past.

Frescoes and final moments: Admire vibrant frescoes and mosaics, and view the poignant remains of around 300 inhabitants, together offering a moving glimpse into daily life and the town’s final moments.

Intimate atmosphere: Enjoy a quieter visit compared to Pompeii, allowing for a more reflective and detailed exploration.

What to bring

Carry a valid photo ID or passport for verification at entry.

If you opt for a digital audio guide, bring your own headphones for a better listening experience.

Wear sturdy, comfortable footwear as the ground is uneven in many areas.

Since most of the visit takes place outdoors, pack sunscreen, sunglasses, water, and a hat. The site remains open in all weather conditions, so a light raincoat or umbrella is also useful.

What’s not allowed

Large backpacks, suitcases, and bulky luggage cannot be brought inside or on transfer services.

Food and drinks are not included and may be restricted in certain zones.

Pets are not allowed, except for certified service animals.

Smoking, alcohol, and any prohibited substances are strictly banned on-site.

Flash photography and the use of tripods or professional filming gear may be limited in some areas.

Accessibility

Due to uneven surfaces and steep sections, the site is not fully accessible and may pose challenges for visitors with reduced mobility.

Some ramp access can be arranged at the entrance for those with motor disabilities, though not all parts of the site can be reached.

Accessible restrooms are available.

There is no facility for storing luggage on-site.

Additional information

The guidebook is available only in English and in a digital, downloadable format. No hard copies available.

Children must be accompanied by an adult during the visit.

Certain areas may be closed temporarily due to restoration work or operational needs.

The site is open from 8:30am to 5pm from 15 October to 15 March (last entry 3:30pm), and from 8:30am to 7:30pm between 16 March and 14 October (last entry 6pm).

Free admission is offered on the first Sunday of each month and on select public holidays; reduced fares are available for eligible visitors with a valid ID.

If you’re using a digital audio guide app, it’s best to download it before arrival, as mobile network coverage on-site may be limited.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.