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Naples Archaeological Museum Tickets + Digital Guidebook

Visitors viewing classical statues at Naples National Archaeological Museum.

Statues in a gallery at Naples National Archaeological Museum.

Ancient mosaic depicting figures and roosters at Naples National Archaeological Museum.

Ancient fresco of two figures from the secret room, National Archaeological Museum of Naples.

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9:00am - 7:30pm

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4.3/5(2,835)

Ivan J

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

A little difficult to find our way around. The coin collection was closed, so sad. A lot of loud speaking children and youngsters made it hard to concentrate or even see different objects. But as a whole it was a goose bump experience, very impressing.

Beverley S

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Mainly the price tbh Glad we did because the tickets were easy to open and we were able to join a line for online ticket holders only The archaeological museum was outstanding and we spent hours A great trip

Giancarlo B

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

Entry with our digital tickets went smoothly. There was no line. The museum is truly incredible, and the visit was even better than we expected.

Tina M

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

The museum was fabulous and the Headout site made it easy to book tickets online to avoid the lin-ups at the door. The tickets were sent to us digitally, making it easy to scan upon entry at the museum.

Samuel M

Solo

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Very easy to check in, incredible, not-to-be-missed museum. Tremendous amount of things to see, many of which are utterly remarkable. Don't miss the Artemis statue or neglect the mosaics..!

Maria H

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

We got in touch with a guide named Luca. He gave us a very interesting tour of the archaeological sites, especially in Pompeii. The museum is huge; we left a lot to see for our next visit.

With skip-the-line entry, explore a historic collection of Greek, Roman, and Renaissance antiquities at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.

Your digital pocket guide is a practical add-on to elevate your experience from merely sightseeing to truly understanding. Learn trivia about key artifacts, discover top photo spots in the museum, and snag tips from locals.

Discover a treasure trove of mosaics, wall paintings, frescoes, artifacts, and more.

See sculptures from the Temple of Isis and papyrus rolls from the Villa Dei Papiri.

You can find a collection of erotic artifacts from Pompeii and Herculaneum in the museum’s Secret Room!

Skip-the-line entry to Naples National Archaeological Museum

Digital guidebook (to be accessed via phone/tablet/e-device)

Printed copy of the guidebook

Live guide

Audio guide

Food and drinks

Hotel transfers

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Isabelle O
Group
Verified booking
2 days ago
We walked through the archaeological museum without a guide or any directions to follow. It would have been nice to have a map so we could find our way around with more confidence.
Santiago T
Couple
Verified booking
4 days ago
Everything went really well and really fast. No waiting in line. Excellent
Eva O
Couple
Verified booking
Apr 2026
The museum is very interesting, especially the section on the mosaics and frescoes from Pompeii. However, the digital guide they sent us didn't clearly explain the layout of the different rooms and was only available in English. We spent three hours there, and we had to walk quite a distance to find the restrooms.
Ivan J
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
A little difficult to find our way around. The coin collection was closed, so sad. A lot of loud speaking children and youngsters made it hard to concentrate or even see different objects. But as a whole it was a goose bump experience, very impressing.
Beverley S
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Mainly the price tbh Glad we did because the tickets were easy to open and we were able to join a line for online ticket holders only The archaeological museum was outstanding and we spent hours A great trip

Waste no time in ticket queues: explore one of the world's finest collections of classical art and Greco-Roman artifacts at the Naples National Archaeological Museum. Download the handy pocket guide for added benefit.

Getting started

Head to the museum's entrance, validate your ticket, breeze past the waiting lines, and begin your exploration. Use your digital guidebook to learn about the museum and its history, and other useful information regarding its navigation.

Naples National Archaeological Museum

One of the most renowned museums in Italy, this space offers an impressive and valuable collection of archaeological works of art and artifacts from Italy, specifically the Vesuvian region. View an extraordinary mosaic depicting Alexander the Great’s defeat of the Persians, lose yourself in the splendor of Pompeiian wall paintings, and admire masterpieces of classical sculptures like the Farnese Bull and Atlas.

Features

From coins to inscriptions, trace the evolution of mankind's financial, political, social, and cultural history in the ancient Roman era.

View an impressive collection of Egyptian artifacts ranging from heiroglyphs and sarcophagi.

Your digital guidebook sheds light on the most popular installations of this museum, from the colossal Farnese Bull to the labors of Alexander on the famed mosaic.

Enter the museum’s most intriguing section: the Secret Cabinet. Here, find a collection of erotic artifacts gathered from Pompeii’s bars, brothels, and homes, ranging from sexy frescoes to a baffling arrangement of phallic lucky charms.

Since you won’t have to wait in line, you will have all the time to explore the many distinctive collections this museum has to offer. Bonus: your digital pocket guide doubles as a guide to help you appreciate the significance of hidden gems and popular exhibits.

Naples National Archaeological Museum
Monday 9:00am - 7:30pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 9:00am - 7:30pm
Thursday 9:00am - 7:30pm
Friday 9:00am - 7:30pm
Saturday 9:00am - 7:30pm
Sunday 9:00am - 7:30pm

Accessibility

This experience is fully accessible for wheelchairs and strollers. For smooth entry, use the western entrance.

Additional information

Curious about the spicier side of history? Don’t miss the Secret Room on the first floor, showcasing Pompeii and Herculaneum’s ancient erotic art.

Download the digital handbook in advance. Mobile signal inside can be patchy, and you’ll want seamless access to your guide.

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Ticket redemption point

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