2-Hour Private Herculaneum Tour with Archaeological Guide

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore one of the world's best-preserved ancient Roman cities
• 02 See intricate mosaics, frescoes, and carbonized wooden furniture
• 03 Discover how the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79 buried Herculaneum
• 04 Visit La Casa dei Cervi, a luxurious house with a sea-facing terrace
• 05 View the skeletons and the charred boat uncovered at the site

Explore the ancient Roman city of Herculaneum, one of the best-preserved archaeological sites in the world. Marvel at the intricate mosaics and frescoes that adorn its buildings, and stroll through ancient streets that reveal the culture and lifestyle of the Romans. Learn about the city's rich history and its destruction during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79.

See the skeletons of people who died during the eruption, and look out from the terrace to imagine the panorama before the incredible explosion of Vesuvius.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Ercolano, Mount Vesuvius

Languages English, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Discover the Ruins of Ancient Herculaneum

• Meet your Italian guide at the ticket office of the Herculaneum ruins.
• See the skeletons of people who died during the eruption, and look out from the terrace to imagine the panorama before the incredible explosion of Vesuvius.
• Explore the boat charred by the eruption of Vesuvius and recently discovered.
• Visit the ruins of Herculaneum, an ancient Roman town.
• Explore some of the shops in the ancient city.
• Check out La Casa dei Cervi, a luxurious house with a terrace overlooking the sea.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Archaeological guide and assistance during the tour
• Specialized archaeological guide
• Skip-the-line and priority pass
• Main attractions of Herculaneum
• Taxes

What's Not Included

• Entrance tickets (13 euros per person + 2 euros in commissions if purchased in advance or online)
• Food and drinks
• Transport
• Tips

What to bring

• Water
• Umbrella or hat during summer days
• Sun protection during the summer months

Know before you go

• Travellers under 18 years old must provide ID.
• Comfortable shoes are recommended.
• Suitcases and large bags can be placed in the luggage storage area free of charge, located in front of the ticket office.
• Strollers are not allowed on the site.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Ercolano, NA, Italia

Tour start

Corso Resina, 187, 80056 Ercolano NA, Italy

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.