Embark on a guided tour of Herculaneum, a remarkably preserved ancient city buried by Mount Vesuvius. Walk the streets, explore intact buildings, and discover the daily life of its inhabitants.
Embark on a guided tour of Herculaneum, a remarkably preserved ancient city buried by Mount Vesuvius. Walk the streets, explore intact buildings, and discover the daily life of its inhabitants.
- Parco Archeologico di Ercolano - Discover the Archaeological Park of Herculaneum, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most well-preserved ancient cities globally. Herculaneum was buried during Mount Vesuvius’s eruption in 79 AD and serves as a remarkable historical site. Although smaller than nearby Pompeii, it retains much of its urban…
- Parco Archeologico di Ercolano - Discover the Archaeological Park of Herculaneum, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most well-preserved ancient cities globally. Herculaneum was buried during Mount Vesuvius’s eruption in 79 AD and serves as a remarkable historical site. Although smaller than nearby Pompeii, it retains much of its urban and civic architecture. Visitors can still see houses, doors, bedrooms, workshops, and various objects in excellent condition. Walking along the paved streets with a guide offers a unique experience, immersing visitors in the daily life of ancient Herculaneum. Explore homes with vibrant frescoes, visit the gymnasium and baths where people gathered to discuss politics and business, and feel the essence of the ancient city through its sights and sounds. Please note, wheelchair use must be reported 24 hours before the visit.
- Parco Archeologico di Ercolano - The ancient beach: the only waterfront of a nearly entirely preserved Roman city.
- La Terrazza di M. Nonio Balbo - The terrace of Marco Nonio Balbo: Herculaneum honored its esteemed citizen and patron, Marcus Nonius Balbo, with a sea-view terrace.
- Casa dei Cervi - House of Deer: This is the most luxurious residence discovered in the excavation area, named after two marble sculptures of deer being attacked by dogs.
- Partem Domus lignea - Casa del Tramezzo di Legno - The House of the Wooden Partition: Named for the folding wooden structure found, separating the atrium from the tablinum, the homeowner’s study.
- Casa di Nettuno e Anfitrite - House of Neptune and Amphitrite: Owned by a wealthy merchant, it features a stunning mosaic of Neptune and his companion Amphitrite.
- Casa Sannitica - The Samnite House: A popular archaeological site in Herculaneum, considered one of the oldest dwellings there.
- Ercolano - The decumanus maximus, the main street of Roman cities, also served as the location for Herculaneum’s most prestigious homes.
- College of the Augustales - The Sacellum of the Augustals: A Roman-era building used for emperor worship rites, maintained by augur priests.
- Casa d’Argo - Casa D’argo: Named after a now-lost fresco in the peristyle depicting Argo Panoptes, the hundred-eyed giant.
- Salone della Barca di Ercolano - Boat Pavilion: This unique exhibition site houses a charred boat discovered on Herculaneum’s beach during 1981 excavations.
- Parco Archeologico di Ercolano - End of the tour.

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Discover the ruins of Herculaneum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world. After the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, Herculaneum was buried under volcanic material. However, unlike the nearby Pompeii, much of the town remained intact, including roofs, beds, doors, food, and even skeletons. Stroll…
Discover the ruins of Herculaneum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world. After the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, Herculaneum was buried under volcanic material. However, unlike the nearby Pompeii, much of the town remained intact, including roofs, beds, doors, food, and even skeletons. Stroll through the cobbled streets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site with an archaeologist to gain insight into life before the catastrophic eruption. Explore the well-preserved buildings at your leisure, admire the detailed frescoes, and envision the daily activities of those who frequented the shops, public gymnasium, and thermal baths that are still visible today.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.