Herculaneum Small Group Tour and Ticket With an Archaeologist
Overview
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Get the chance to visit the site of Herculaneum being guided by an Archaeologist.
Get to know more about this ancient Roman city, inhabited by merchants and nobility, whose life ended dramatically fast in 79 AD. The guide will show you the waterfront where more than 300 remains of people trying to escape by sea were found, but also the Samnite house, the thermal baths, the Temple of the Augustales, the forum, the house of Neptune and Amphitrite, the Gymnasium, the house of the wooden partition and much more.
You will get an intense experience: you can see not only stone, marble and ceramics left, but also carbonized wood and even more exquisite paintings and mosaics than in Pompei.
Herculaneum was destroyed by a much more powerful force which instantly burnt all wood and buried the city under a thick layer which didn’t let the air go through and cause decay.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Dogs are allowed at the Herculaneum Archaeological Park without breed or size restrictions, however they must be kept on a leash or muzzle and it is mandatory to have bags to collect any droppings. For reasons of logistics and conservation, within the Antiquarium premises, the Boat Pavilion, and the domus featuring mosaic floors, access is permitted only to dogs that are carried in arms or transported in an appropriate carrier.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Licensed guide with archaeological background
Small Group (maximum 20 people per guide)
Herculaneum entry tickets (€16,00 each)
Headsets
Guidance and assistance
Meals/drinks
Private transportation
What To Expect
Parco Acheologico di Ercolano
Meeting place is the Ticket Office of the Herculaneum ruins. You can get there as follows: - By car in via Pignalver (There is a not guarded parking very close the meeting place) - By train in Corso Resina 1 (Circumvesuviana train station is 10 minutes walk away)
The house receives its name from marble statues of stags/deer found in the peristyle.
Options
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Reviews
969 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent guide, beautiful place
H J H,
Nov 4, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Such an amazing place which our guide brought to life and made fascinating. Our guide Luciano Leone was attentive and engaging and the pace was just right for our group.
Secrets of the Dead
csullivan2021,
Nov 4, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00While a smaller excavation than Pompeii, Herculaneum is equally as interesting. Residents there died due to different circumstances (no spoiler) and the remains have a different appearance. Diego, our archeologist guide was very detailed in his presentation, and we covered a lot of area in three hours. He clarified what life was like prior to the eruption, and how comprehensive was the initial construction of the city. Diego was personable and professional and we greatly enjoyed our experience.
Well worth it
Betsy B,
Nov 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Luciano was a terrific guide! So knowledgeable. Our experience at Herculaneum was really enhanced by this tour guide. Great value as well.
The guide was...
David B,
Nov 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00The guide was knowledgeable and engaging. We received clear information about the meeting point on the day of the tour through WhatsApp, and the coordinator was easily identified.
Herculaneum: To see Absolutely
Anna S,
Nov 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00Less known than Pompei but of extraordinary conservation. Lots of objects and woods were discovered and visiting with an archaeologist guide was for us really a choice that we did not regret and we strongly advise. Lots of information and stories that we wouldn't otherwise have known. To see ABSOLUTELY
A great tour if you’re interested in history
Tourist14560182028,
Oct 31, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00A great tour, I learned a lot about Herculaneum! Our guide Luciano Leone was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable! I definitely recommend taking a guided tour with Askos. It’s so much better than an audio guide!
Recommended
lauraiQ5462EH,
Oct 31, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. Sergio was a great guide, patient and informative. The pace of the tour and the amount of information was just right. I would definitely recommend.
Great tour with Luciano
tylerdete,
Oct 31, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00We used Askos Tours for our trip to Herculaneum with archeologist Luciano Leone. This tour was amazing. His insight and behind the scenes looks at life in this town was captivating and we learned so much while still having a fun and laughing. We really appreciated his humor and keeping us all engaged for the full two hour tour. We left in a great mood and felt that this was the highlight of our trip through Naples.
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Mobile44563263245,
Oct 30, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience, I recommend it! Luciano Leone was our guide and he gave us a great insight into the situation in Hercolaneum. Jana Pošljite povratne
Herculaneum with experts
richardhZ7907TQ,
Oct 30, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00Extremely interesting tour of Herculaneum with Luigi who was enthusiastic and extremely knowledgeable on the history and archeology of the amazing preserved remains of the city. Would be highly recommend a guided tour as you would miss on the gems that you would miss on your own. There was time after the tour to wonder and explore pats that weren’t covered by the tour.
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