Day Trips

From Sorrento: Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

4.9/5(17)

Marie C

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Tour was very well organised. Getting to and from Herculaneum was easy. Greeted by the guide who was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the site. Very detailed and thoroughly enjoyed my trip.

Deborah M

Couple

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Last week

Our guide, Giovani, was superb. As we strolled through the ancient city, Giovani shared fascinating stories and facts about the city. He was very knowledgeable, gracious and enjoyable.

Simon S

Couple

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Sep 2026

This was an extraordinary visit to an extremely well-preserved site, frozen in time. The survival of so many wooden artifacts—cots, room panels, and cupboards—brings the daily life of the era vividly to life. It is incredible to think that 80% of the ancient town remains buried beneath modern Ercolano.

Kerrie K

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

So easy from first being picked up in the mini bus to going straight into Herculaneum and being guided round by Giovanni who was very knowledgeable about the site and made it very interesting.

Matt D

Couple

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May 2026

Our guide Giovanni was extremely knowledgable and able to easily answer any questions this history nerd could think of. Incredibly well preserved, would highly recommend, especially with Giovanni!

Take in panoramas of the Naples Gulf on a scenic train ride before turning the hidden corners of Herculaneum on a captivating tour.

Skip past queues and follow an expert guide around the marketplaces, boathouse, and temple structures of this UNESCO-listed site.

Express round-trip transfers from Sorrento ensure a peaceful day trip, perfect for those vacationing on the Sorrentine Peninsula.

Guided tour of Herculaneum with skip-the-line entry

Round-trip express train ticket from Sorrento

Maps

TOTAL DURATION4 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERTrain
Start point
Sorrento Train Station
1 hr by train
40 km
1. Herculaneum
Tickets included
2 hr
1 attraction
Breeze through the entrance of the expansive archaeological park with your pre-booked ticket. Meet your expert guide to kick off a memorable tour through an ancient city and fishing hub, astonishingly preserved under Vesuvius' ash, providing a vivid snapshot of daily Roman life.
Highlights
Villa of the Papyri
1 hr by train
40 km
End point
Sorrento Train Station
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Marie C
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Tour was very well organised. Getting to and from Herculaneum was easy. Greeted by the guide who was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the site. Very detailed and thoroughly enjoyed my trip.
Deborah M
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Our guide, Giovani, was superb. As we strolled through the ancient city, Giovani shared fascinating stories and facts about the city. He was very knowledgeable, gracious and enjoyable.
Simon S
Couple
Verified booking
Sep 2026
This was an extraordinary visit to an extremely well-preserved site, frozen in time. The survival of so many wooden artifacts—cots, room panels, and cupboards—brings the daily life of the era vividly to life. It is incredible to think that 80% of the ancient town remains buried beneath modern Ercolano.
Kerrie K
Couple
Verified booking
Sep 2026
So easy from first being picked up in the mini bus to going straight into Herculaneum and being guided round by Giovanni who was very knowledgeable about the site and made it very interesting.
Lori H
Couple
Verified booking
Aug 2026
This tour was facinating and our guide was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic. I

What's not allowed

The following are not allowed on this tour: Large baggage and suitcases.

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 with a leash and/or 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.

During the low season, from Nov to Mar, the live guide inside the ruins will be replaced with an audio guide if the group is less than 6 people.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point. Students must show valid ID.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at Tempio Travel Sorrento.

Address: Piazza Giovanni Battista de Curtis, 11, 80067 Sorrento NA, Italy.

Landmark: Local partner's office, located at the Circumvesuviana Train Station in Sorrento.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point