Step back nearly two thousand years with a private tour of Herculaneum, among the best-preserved archaeological sites in the world. Sealed by ash and mud after the 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius, the city conserved houses, frescoes, furniture—even food remains.
With your licensed private guide, stroll along the decumanus and cardo to discover elegant villas, thermal baths, shops, and shrines that reveal Roman daily life. The exceptional preservation of wood and color offers a vivid window into the past, often surpassing Pompeii for detail.
Hear the story of its 18th-century rediscovery during construction of the Bourbon Royal Palace of Portici, which sparked the birth of modern archaeology and captivated Grand Tour travelers.
An unforgettable journey through history and human stories, the Herculaneum Ruins Private Tour lets you experience the emotion of walking a Roman city miraculously frozen in time.
Duration
Duration of experience: 2 ore
What's included
- Private guide
- Entrance ticket to the archaeological site
What is excluded
- Private transfer
- Tips
In evidence
- Recommended:
- comfortable shoes and hat
- bottle of water
