Skip the Line Ancient Herculaneum Walking Tour with Top Rated Guide
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $204 / person
- Location
- Naples, Italy
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 35 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Herculaneum Tours
- Meeting point
- You will meet the guide at the Herculaneum ruins tickets office
Description
Join our expert guides in this amazing 2 hours walk into the ruins of the archaeological site of Herculaneum. The small city, settled at the Volcano Vesuvius slopes, had been buried during the Vulcanic burst in the 79 A.C., and now 2000 years after that awful disaster, you have the chance to walk on the original pavement and move around the city. You will be led at the discovery of the highlights of the Roman city while listening in details to the Ancient customs and traditions. Among the main features, your will see the "Palestra" (gym) and the houses whose walls are decorated with spectacular frescoes such as Casa di Nettuno e Anfritrite, Casa dello Scheletro, Casa dell'Alcova e Casa del salone nero.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 9:30 AM and 1:30 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 29
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $204
- Youth (ages 0–17)
- $25
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $352.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 28.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Archeological Park of Herculaneum
You will have a 2 hours private guided tour.
Herculaneum Tours
Our expert guide will make the city come to life, offering you the opportunity to imagine the private lives of Ancient Romans. On this tour you will visit the most interesting sites of this ancient city. You will dive in a world a part, you will get in the roman houses where you could almost hear the voices of the owners calling each others, you will see some unique details such as the original doors and all the original forniture of the shops. You won't miss the place they loved most : the thermal baths.
Casa di Nettuno e Anfitrite
Our expert guide will led you to discover this highlight of the Herculaneum ruins
College of the Augustales
Follow our expert tour guide to discover the highlights of the ancient Herculaneum ruins
La Terrazza di M. Nonio Balbo
Our guide will show one of the highlight of the Herculaneum ruins
Casa del Rilievo di Telefo
Our guide will give you the main information concerning on of the highlights of the Herculaneum ruins
What's included
Included
Local guide
Professional guide
Professional art historian guide
Guaranteed to skip the long lines
All activities
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
35 reviews
How it compares in Naples
- Starting price $204 is 99% above the typical $102 for tours of similar length in Naples
- Price over the last 16 days: $204–$205
Excurgo comparison of 2,940 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Skip the Line Ancient Herculaneum Walking Tour with Top Rated Guide lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $204 per person for this Naples experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $352. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 9:30 AM and 1:30 PM.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is You will meet the guide at the Herculaneum ruins tickets office. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 14 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Specialized infant seats are available Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 35 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Herculaneum Tours.
Reviews(35)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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