Half-day guided tour of Herculaneum UNESCO World Heritage Site
Excursions & day trips

Half-day guided tour of Herculaneum UNESCO World Heritage Site

4.6/5
Excellent
Based on 304 reviews
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£38.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • This morning visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Herculaneum gives a peek into ancient Rome
  • It's a two-hour guided tour through this once affluent seaside town that was favoured by the rich
  • The volcanic mud from the eruption has fossilised and preserved much of the archaeological site
  • You'll see details like furniture, mosaics and sculptures in Roman homes from over 2,000 years ago
  • Your local guide knows Herculaneum's archaeological site like the back of their hand
What to expect

Like nearby Pompeii, ancient Herculaneum suffered a similar fate at the hands of Vesuvius erupting in 79AD. Fortunately, archaeologists have managed to excavate parts of the city, and this half-day tour will show you what they've managed to unearth so far.

Fossilised in time by the volcanic rock that tragically buried the city, wandering around the archaeological site of Herculaneum is just like stepping through an open-air history book. This bite-size tour will take you to and from the site in just one morning, with enough time to explore the historical relics on a guided walk.

You'll even see preserved pieces of furniture, upper wooden floors of houses, mosaics on the floor and sculptures as you take a peek around the houses and streets. All this has made it a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and provides you with an unrivalled insight into life of the ancient Romans.

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What's included
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What to remember
  • You're not allowed to enter the site with rucksacks, handbags, luggage and any cases larger than 30 x 30 x 15cm. There are cloakrooms you can use free of charge
  • On the first Sunday of each month, entrance to archaeological sites are free of charge. This has already been deducted from the price on the relevant dates
  • Please note, the duration of this tour is around five hours, with a two-hour guided tour around the archaeological site
  • Official admission prices are €16 for adults, €2 for EU citizens aged 18–25, and free for children under 18, as well as for everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The price difference reflects the additional services included in the offer.
  • Bring a hat
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Food and drinks not included
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Provider
TUI ITALIA S.R.L.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.6/5

Based on 304 reviews from verified customers

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  • Katiesoft

    From United States of America - September 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    55 - 64 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Was late getting back to bus as we were 2 of six people who went with another guide

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - September 2025

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Very enjoyable morning. Guide was very knowledgeable. Did not feel rushed.

  • PB

    From United States of America - September 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    Great

    Overall rated

    3/5

    After an excellent Pompeii and Vesuvius tour, we decided that we really should see Herculaneum. Sadly, it wasn’t quite so good. More than an hour afte ...

  • JohnG

    From United States of America - September 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    A fantastic introduction to Herculaneum.Our brilliant guide have us an in depth insight into the way the inhabitants of Herculaneum lived prior to the ...

  • Deb

    From United Kingdom - September 2025

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Felt the half day was sufficient. The guide was very engaging and made the morning very interesting

  • Louise

    From United States of America - September 2025

    Solo traveller

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

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