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Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Tickets with Official Audio Guide

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.

Open today

8:30am - 7:30pm

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

4.3/5

(3,978)

Rodrigo M

Solo

Verified booking

Nov 2025

The historical site is incredible, and the experience was a blast for me. Highly recommend it. The skip-the-line wasn't really necessary, since it was not very crowded.

Marie M

Couple

Verified booking

Oct 2025

My experience was beyond my highest expectations. This was a dream destination for me. The degree of preservation there is amazing! I had an injury and struggled to get around easily but it was worth the struggle. I hope I'll be able to return someday to see some of the sights I didn't get to. There's so much to see!!! I loved doing this at my own pace, and having time to linger in areas of particular interest. Thank you to all those hard workers for making my visit and this site so special!

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.

Skip-the-line entry to Herculaneum

Official audio guide in Italian, English, French, Spanish & German

Live guide

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Rodrigo M
Solo
Verified booking
Nov 2025
The historical site is incredible, and the experience was a blast for me. Highly recommend it. The skip-the-line wasn't really necessary, since it was not very crowded.
Marie M
Couple
Verified booking
Oct 2025
My experience was beyond my highest expectations. This was a dream destination for me. The degree of preservation there is amazing! I had an injury and struggled to get around easily but it was worth the struggle. I hope I'll be able to return someday to see some of the sights I didn't get to. There's so much to see!!! I loved doing this at my own pace, and having time to linger in areas of particular interest. Thank you to all those hard workers for making my visit and this site so special!
Wolfgang F
Couple
Verified booking
Oct 2025
Audio work twelve for all exhibits
Albert E
Solo
Verified booking
Feb 2026
Elia V
Solo
Verified booking
Jan 2026

Getting started

Time-travel on this epic journey to Herculaneum with skip-the-line tickets, avoiding the crowds and gaining swift entry to this ancient archaeological and mythical marvel. Redeem your audio guide at the kiosk and begin unraveling the city.

What to expect

Herculaneum

Uncover the secrets of the verdant House of the Deer with its animal mosaics, and marvel at the opulent Villa of the Papyri. Explore the daily life of ordinary citizens as you walk along the ancient main street Decumanus Maximus, lined with shops and houses. Right opposite the richly designed House of Neptune and Amphitrite, you will find the female entrance to the Stabian public baths. And don’t forget to visit the supposed ancient cult temple rumored to be run by imperially-sanctioned freedmen – College of Augustales.

Features

Roam freely through the orderly ruins, marveling at well-preserved frescoes, intricate mosaics, and stunning buildings frozen in time. Discover the narratives woven into each unique site as you tune into your official audio guide.

Herculaneum

Monday	8:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:00pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:00pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:00pm
Thursday	8:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:00pm
Friday	8:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:00pm
Saturday	8:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:00pm
Sunday	8:30am - 7:30pm	last entry 6:00pm

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Entry is free for people with disabilities and an accompanying adult.

Dogs are allowed into the venue, without restriction of breed or size. However, they must be kept on a leash and/or with muzzle (the latter is obligatory for all breeds and opportunities provided by current regulations). Pet parents must have bags to collect any droppings.

In the Antiquarium, inside the Padiglione della Barca and in the domus with mosaic floors, access is allowed only to dogs carried in their arms or in the appropriate carrier.

Additional information

Facilities: restroom, cloak room.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

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

To redeem the audio guide, it is necessary to leave a document (copies or student cards not accepted) or a security deposit as a guarantee, which will be returned.

Ticket Redemption Point

Show your ticket at Archaeological Park of Herculaneum.

Address: Corso Resina, 187, 80056 Ercolano NA, Italy.

Get Directions to the Redemption Point

Getting There

By Bus

The closest bus stop is Resina - Poste. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the attraction.

Board buses #176, #177 and #455 to get you there.

By Train

The closest train station is Ercolano Scavi. It is a quick 7-minute walk to the attraction.

Board trains #L1, #L4, and more to get you there.