Visit Herculaneum and Pompeii
The ancient city of Herculaneum was the victim, like the nearby town of Pompeii, of the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. The state of conservation of Herculaneum is of a high level and you can walk among ancient villas, spas, the magnificent gym, taverns and admire the clothes and furniture kept intact by the volcanic eruption.
Tickets for Ercolano
Visit the excavations of the archaeological site of Herculaneum.
Book your ticket to walk the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
At the beginning of 1700, during the construction of a well, there was a chance discovery that began the studies that led to the first archaeological investigations in 1738 with Charles III of Bourbon. Excavations were interrupted over the years.
In 1980 the skeletons of 300 people were found who had sought refuge under the arches of buildings near the coast. Together with the skeletons were found some objects (keys, coins, work tools) that they had brought with them.
Visiting the site of Herculaneum you can see the grandeur and culture of the city of the time. In fact the remains are perfectly preserved under the volcanic ash and you will notice beautifully designed villas and squares, mosaics, frescoes, furniture, doors and roofs still in excellent condition.
You can explore Herculaneum in an evocative path formed by parallel galleries. The precious finds testify to the habits and culture of the time and it is possible to reconstruct the daily life of the citizens.
Visit Herculaneum with a guide
The best way to explore the site of Herculaneum is to opt for a guided tour.
Book the guided tourThe tour with an expert guide is the best option to know all the information and visit the main attractions of Herculaneum.
Is there a combined ticket that allows me to visit Pompeii and Herculaneum?
Yes, there is a combined ticket that allows you to skip the line at the two archaeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Booking online you can explore the two ancient Roman cities, both perfectly preserved due to the tragic eruption of Vesuvius.
You can admire original holes, aqueducts, public baths, private homes and plaster casts of people surprised by the eruption.
Tickets for Vesuvius and Herculaneum
With a single ticket you can visit the majestic Vesuvius and the ancient Roman city all in one day.
The first stop is at Vesuvius where you will admire a beautiful view of Naples after a climb with an alpine guide.
Then you visit the excavations of Herculaneum with the ticket that allows you to skip the queue and spend 2 hours immersed in history.
