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Herculaneum Private Tour: A Journey Among Roman Ruins and Mosaics
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Ercolano
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Admire the ruins of Ercolano, the “younger sister” of Pompei, yet no less fascinating, frozen in time by the same devastating volcanic eruption of 79 AD. Buried under ash until the 18th century, its discovery amazed the world. Today, the entire ancient city lies about 23 meters below ground within a vast archaeological area.
Discover the garden of the Casa dell’Albergo, where quince trees have been replanted following the traces of the carbonized roots of ancient fruit trees. The next stop is the Collegio degli Augustali, where splendid frescoes depict Ercole.
Visit the mosaics of the Casa di Nettuno e Anfitrite and the nearby shop, where containers of food and wine, carbonized by the erup...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Visit the spectacular Villa dei Cervi
Visit the Herculaneum Archaeological Park
Discover the frescoes of the Sala del Collegio degli Augustali
Visit the Casa di Nettuno e Anfitrite with its splendid mosaics
Discover the ancient baths of Herculaneum
Explore the garden of the Casa dell’Albergo with its ancient quince trees
Private walking tour of Herculaneum with licensed tour guide
Entrance ticket: Herculaneum Archaeological Park
Meeting Points
Departure
Archaeological Park of Herculaneum
Ticket office entrance of the archaeological park
Return
Herculaneum Private Tour: A Journey Among Roman Ruins and Mosaics
(2) Reviews
Ercolano
About
Admire the ruins of Ercolano, the “younger sister” of Pompei, yet no less fascinating, frozen in time by the same devastating volcanic eruption of 79 AD. Buried under ash until the 18th century, its discovery amazed the world. Today, the entire ancient city lies about 23 meters below ground within a vast archaeological area.
Discover the garden of the Casa dell’Albergo, where quince trees have been replanted following the traces of the carbonized roots of ancient fruit trees. The next stop is the Collegio degli Augustali, where splendid frescoes depict Ercole.
Visit the mosaics of the Casa di Nettuno e Anfitrite and the nearby shop, where containers of food and wine, carbonized by the erup...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English & Italian
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Visit the spectacular Villa dei Cervi
Visit the Herculaneum Archaeological Park
Discover the frescoes of the Sala del Collegio degli Augustali
Visit the Casa di Nettuno e Anfitrite with its splendid mosaics
Discover the ancient baths of Herculaneum
Explore the garden of the Casa dell’Albergo with its ancient quince trees
Private walking tour of Herculaneum with licensed tour guide
Entrance ticket: Herculaneum Archaeological Park
Meeting Points
Departure
Archaeological Park of Herculaneum
Ticket office entrance of the archaeological park
Return
Itinerary
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Parco Acheologico di Ercolano
The Herculaneum Archaeological Park is an extraordinary Roman city buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, exceptionally well preserved with buildings, frescoes, mosaics, and even wooden elements; located about 23 meters below the current ground level, it offers a unique glimpse into daily ancient life among elegant houses, shops, baths, and richly decorated residences such as the Casa di Nettuno e Anfitrite and the Villa dei Cervi
