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Herculaneum: 15 Tours of the Smaller Buried Town

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Smaller than Pompeii and better preserved, Herculaneum fits into a morning. These 15 compare the ticket on its own, the audio guides and the archaeologist tours, each priced and timed.

Herculaneum: Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with Archaeologist - How the guide shapes the experience
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Herculaneum: Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with Archaeologist

1.Herculaneum: Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with Archaeologist

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,439 reviews · 2 hours · from $53Our pick

Meet your Askos Tours guide at Herculaneum’s ticket office for a two-hour walk through Roman homes, baths, and public buildings. An archaeologist explains the eruption and daily life, with stops including the House of Neptune and Amphitrite and the Temple of the Augustales. Admission and headsets are included; transport is not.

“Our Guide was very knowledgeable and made our tour fun and informative painting stories of how life was when Vesuvius buried Herculaneum. Highly recommend this tour to get the most from your visit to this site.”

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Pompeii and Herculaneum Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist - A lunch pause before the second site
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Pompeii and Herculaneum Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist

2.Pompeii and Herculaneum Small Group Tour with an Archaeologist

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,350 reviews · 6 to 11 hours (approx.) · from $77Top rated

Visit Pompeii’s forum, baths, villas and plaster casts, then compare its streets with Herculaneum’s remarkably preserved homes. An archaeologist guides both sites, with tickets and headsets included. Transport varies by starting point, and guides have included Michele, Diego, Paulo and Antonio.

“Great tour! Mario was very friendly and loved telling us all the stories! Pro-tip, grab a snack before you get on the train the Herculaneum! Both locations were amazing to walk through! Makes me want to come back and spend more time!”

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Herculaneum Small Group Tour and Ticket With an Archaeologist - Why an archaeologist guide can change the visit
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Herculaneum Small Group Tour and Ticket With an Archaeologist

3.Herculaneum Small Group Tour and Ticket With an Archaeologist

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 994 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $53

This two-hour Herculaneum tour pairs a licensed guide with an archaeological background and prearranged entry tickets. You’ll see 11 highlights, from the House of the Deer to the Central Thermae, in a group of up to 20. Guides such as Luciano, Paulo, and Antonella have brought the city’s buildings and daily life to life with clear explanations and visual aids.

“We had such a great time at Herculaneum with our guide Luciano. What a lovely man- he was very entertaining and funny but also very knowledgeable about the site and he did a great job of showing us the highlights and telling us lots of interesting details/ pointing out stuff that we’d definitely have missed if we’d been on our own. Our group wasn’t a huge one, but the earpieces worked really well and Luciano made sure that everyone could see and hear everything clearly.”

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Herculaneum: Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket with Audio Guide - Getting oriented with the map and audio guide
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Herculaneum: Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket with Audio Guide

4.Herculaneum: Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 870 reviews · 1 day · from $15Best value

See Herculaneum’s villas, market, fountains, temples and the area where people sought refuge from Vesuvius in 79 AD. The self-guided audio tour lets you set your pace, with a map to help you find key stops. Check your booking option carefully: entry is not included with the Audio Guide no ticket choice.

“We found the ruins fascinating! We had no issues getting in with our skip-the-line ticket, although there wasn't a clear place to go or line to be in for skip-the-line tickets, so people in the line weren't too happy with us because they thought we were "cutting in line". Otherwise, no issues. Great experience!”

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Pompeii: Small-Group Tour of Pompeii and Herculaneum - A short break, not a leisurely lunch
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Pompeii: Small-Group Tour of Pompeii and Herculaneum

5.Pompeii: Small-Group Tour of Pompeii and Herculaneum

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 867 reviews

Walk Pompeii and Herculaneum with an archaeologist in a group of up to 20. The English-language tour includes guided visits at both sites, a short break in Pompeii and a train ride to Ercolano. Guides vary, with names including Diego, Paolo and Vincenzo. Expect ancient streets, vivid traces of daily life and plenty of walking.

“We visited Pompeii and Herculaneum on 12th October and joined our English speaking tour guide Vincenzo who was fantastic, and brought to life the famous ruins by being both fun and knowledgeable. You meet in the car park before entering the site at Pompeii and it could have been clearer which tour company they were as there are many around but it didn’t cause too much stress. Would highly recommend!”

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From Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum with Archaeologist Guide - Herculaneum: small scale, remarkable preservation
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From Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum with Archaeologist Guide

6.Pompeii & Herculaneum with Archaeologist Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 665 reviews · from $168

From the Starhotels Terminus in Naples, ride by minibus to Herculaneum and Pompeii for guided visits with an archaeologist. See preserved wooden objects, mosaics, public buildings, homes, and plaster casts. Guides on different departures have included Raphael, Roberta, and Gennaro. Tickets and transport are included; lunch is not.

“This day trip was really fun and informative! Raphael was a great super knowledgeable guide who provided lots of insight on Herculaneum and Pompeii. Totally recommend!”

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From Naples: Pompeii, Herculaneum, & Vesuvius Full-Day Tour - Vesuvius: a crater walk with big views
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From Naples: Pompeii, Herculaneum, & Vesuvius Full-Day Tour

7.Pompeii, Herculaneum, & Vesuvius Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 602 reviews · from $152

Travel from Naples by minibus to Vesuvius, Herculaneum, and Pompeii on an 8.5-hour day trip. Tickets and transport are included, but the stops are self-guided: you get an audio guide and map for Pompeii, while the driver speaks English and Italian. Bring food, water, sturdy shoes, and a valid ID for the Pompeii audio guide.

“A lot packed into one day but we knew and expected that. Would love more time in Pompei. Well organised, nice air con on the buses, enough time to see the 3 sites.”

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Ercolano: Herculaneum Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide - Following the streets into Roman daily life
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Ercolano: Herculaneum Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide

8.Ercolano: Herculaneum Entry Ticket with Optional Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 581 reviews · 1 day · from $21

Enter Herculaneum for a self-guided visit among ancient homes, shops, baths, frescoes, and the remains of daily life buried by Vesuvius in 79 AD. Explore at your own pace, with an optional audio guide app or physical device. Plan around three hours, wear comfortable shoes, and download the app before you arrive if you choose it.

“A fascinating but moving journey into the past. More compact than Pompeii but an equally amazing historical and thought provoking insight into the eruption of Vesuvius in 79AD. It would have been really helpful to have had more information boards to provide visitors with details of the buildings and features of the site. A café would also be a welcome addition. However, we really enjoyed our visit and would highly recommend Ercolano for anyone visiting the region wishing to absorb its historical culture. Excellent!”

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Day Trip of Pompeii, Herculaneum and Vesuvius from Naples - Vesuvius, with the crater above the bay
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Day Trip of Pompeii, Herculaneum and Vesuvius from Naples

9.Day Trip of Pompeii, Herculaneum and Vesuvius from Naples

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 547 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $145

Ride from Naples in an air-conditioned minibus to Herculaneum, Mount Vesuvius, and Pompeii, with onboard commentary and free time at each stop. Vesuvius entry is included; Pompeii and Herculaneum tickets are extra, and you explore the archaeological sites independently unless you arrange a guide.

“Our tour guide - Luca - was a laugh a minute and the highlight of the day. 😂 He was very knowledgeable and had a humorous way of telling stories about history and life in Italy. Luca was punctual and easy to contact / responsive. Each location was a great experience and enough time to explore. You need to be a self-starter - you’re not guided around each place - but we were happy to do that at our own pace. Sabina & Travis (T-bone)”

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From Naples: Pompeii and Herculaneum Tour with Lunch - Pompeii: two hours among the city streets
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From Naples: Pompeii and Herculaneum Tour with Lunch

10.Pompeii and Herculaneum Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 444 reviews · from $113

Travel from Naples to Pompeii and Herculaneum by bus, with a tour assistant and guides at the sites. See Pompeii’s theater, baths, necropolis, and wealthy homes, then explore Herculaneum’s remarkably preserved remains. Lunch is included, though drinks and, depending on your chosen option, entry tickets may cost extra.

“Excellent guides, driver and transport. Booked small group tour for both Pompeii and Herculaneum. The Pompeii tour was with the small group but we then had to wait over 30 minutes for another group to join us for lunch and the tour of Herculaneum. I would have preferred to have had the extra 30 minutes inside Pompeii. Had small group transport to Herculaneum but ended up in a large group for the tour. Unfortunately, a member of the large group took himself off and we had to wait for him to rejoin the group. We deliberately booked the small group to avoid unnecessary delays but ended up in a large…”

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Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch - Pompeii: a guided introduction, not a complete visit
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Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch

11.Pompeii & Herculaneum Day Trip from Naples with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 421 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $120

Travel by coach from Naples to Pompeii and Herculaneum, with a guide at Pompeii and an audio-guided visit at Herculaneum. You get about two hours at Pompeii, a restaurant lunch, and around 90 minutes at Herculaneum. Entry tickets cost extra, and a live guide is provided only when at least six people book in the same language.

“Looked after from start to finish couldn’t do enough for us Rosa our tour guide very knowledgeable driver Sada really patient and Giuseppe really helpful and pleasant”

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Herculaneum: 3D Walking Tour with Skip-the-Line Ticket - Meeting your assistant by the ticket office
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Herculaneum: 3D Walking Tour with Skip-the-Line Ticket

12.Herculaneum: 3D Walking Tour with Skip-the-Line Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 313 reviews · from $45

At Herculaneum, an assistant fits you with lightweight augmented-reality glasses that place 3D reconstructions over the ruins. On this two-hour walk, you’ll see how houses, temples, and squares may have looked before the eruption of 79 AD. Audio is available in six languages, and you can keep exploring the site after returning the glasses.

“It was just my wife and I on this particular tour, so we could converse one on one with our guide Chiara. She was very knowledgeable and friendly. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour. The virtual reality added to the experience as well.”

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Private Day Tour to Vesuvius, Herculaneum & Pompeii with Pick Up - Herculaneum: smaller, closer and unusually well preserved
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Private Day Tour to Vesuvius, Herculaneum & Pompeii with Pick Up

13.Private Day Tour to Vesuvius, Herculaneum & Pompeii with Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 279 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $120

A private 8 to 9 hour trip links Pompeii, Herculaneum and Mount Vesuvius by car, with pickup from your accommodation, cruise port or train station where access allows. You can add licensed guides at the ruins. Expect a full day, separate site fees unless your option includes them, and a rough uphill walk to Vesuvius’s crater rim.

“Tony took us around Pompeii and Herculaneum and we had an amazing day, he was amazing and knew everything about the sites and could answer every question. He kept the tour entertaining and showed us a delicious restaurant as well near by. As well he was funny and full of passion to teach us everything . Definitely would recommend this tour to anyone solo, family or in a group.”

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Ercolano: Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Ticket & Audio Guide - Following Herculaneum’s streets and houses
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Ercolano: Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Ticket & Audio Guide

14.Ercolano: Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Ticket & Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 275 reviews · from $35

Walk the ancient streets of Herculaneum, the wealthy Roman town buried by Vesuvius in 79 AD. This one-day ticket includes skip-the-line entry and a downloadable audio guide for your phone, so you can explore without a live guide or fixed group schedule. Bring headphones, charge your phone, and download the audio before you arrive.

“This place is really a must visit. Suggestion for the booking - inform guests that they will receive a WhatsApp to download the ticket and guide. Our message came through as spam was addressed to the wrong person and we never had the info available when arriving at the site. This can be improved The app - when downloaded, works well and is informative”

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Herculaneum: Skip The Line Entrance ticket + Audioguide - Picking up your ticket, map, and audio guide
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Herculaneum: Skip The Line Entrance ticket + Audioguide

15.Herculaneum: Skip The Line Entrance ticket + Audioguide

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 266 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Visit Herculaneum’s archaeological park independently with an entry ticket, map, and audio guide in English, Italian, German, French, or Spanish. Allow about three hours to explore ancient streets, houses, villas, and mosaics at your own pace. Collect the ticket and audio guide at the Audioguide Desk by the entrance.

“I was surprised by the Herculaneum site. Having been to Pompeii several times, I was expecting to be disappointed by Herculaneum. I was wrong. The site was great and the audio guide provided us with great information that we were able to enjoy at our pace, rather than being rushed through, as often happens with a live guide.”

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