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Herculaneum audio guide tours
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Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Tickets with Official Audio Guide
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€26
Skip the ticket lines and let an official audio guide bring Herculaneum’s ruins to life as you explore freely.
- Everything you get: Breeze past the queues and uncover Herculaneum’s ancient bakeries, public baths, and frescoes with expert narration from an official audio guide. Walk through the UNESCO-listed ruins at your leisure, gaining insight into daily life in this remarkably preserved Roman city.
- Why choose this: Enhance your visit with an official audio guide in five languages, offering expert storytelling that brings Herculaneum’s history to life as you explore at your own pace.
Skip the ticket lines and let an official audio guide bring Herculaneum’s ruins to life as you explore freely.
- Everything you get: Breeze past the queues and uncover Herculaneum’s ancient bakeries, public baths, and frescoes with expert narration from an official audio guide. Walk through the UNESCO-listed ruins at your leisure, gaining insight into daily life in this remarkably preserved Roman city.
- Why choose this: Enhance your visit with an official audio guide in five languages, offering expert storytelling that brings Herculaneum’s history to life as you explore at your own pace.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line entry to Herculaneum
- Official audio guide in Italian, English, French, Spanish & German
Exclusions
- Live guide
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Entry is free for people with disabilities and an accompanying adult.
- Dogs are allowed into the venue, without restriction of breed or size. However, they must be kept on a leash and/or with muzzle (the latter is obligatory for all breeds and opportunities provided by current regulations). Pet parents must have bags to collect any droppings.
- In the Antiquarium, inside the Padiglione della Barca and in the domus with mosaic floors, access is allowed only to dogs in an appropriate carrier.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION3 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Van
START POINT
Naples city center
Board your spacious transfers from the city center. A short but sweet 20-minute ride later, meet your knowledgeable guide inside the sprawling archaeological park to begin an unforgettable journey.
12 km
20 minutes
1
Herculaneum
120 min
1 attractions
Tickets included
After a panoramic ride along the Gulf of Naples, entry to Herculaneum is easiest with your pre-booked ticket and valid ID in hand. Step into an ancient city and fishing colony famously preserved under volcanic ash from Mount Vesuvius, offering a remarkably intact glimpse into daily life in the Roman Empire.
Highlights
House of the Wooden Partition
Witness fully functional sliding wooden doors that have been preserved for over two millennia since its creation, a reminder of the long history of human innovation.
12 km
20 minutes
2
END POINT
Naples city center
Enjoy hassle-free round-trip transport and skip-the-line access on a guided tour to the ancient city of Herculaneum.
- Everything you get: Board an air-conditioned van for a comfortable 20-minute transfer from Naples, then skip the long ticket lines upon arrival at Herculaneum. Explore the homes, frescoes, and wooden artifacts preserved by ash with an expert guide who brings this ancient Roman city to life.
- Why choose this: Forget about the hassle of planning—enjoy seamless transport and expert guidance for a smooth, enriching experience at one of Italy’s most iconic archaeological sites.
Enjoy hassle-free round-trip transport and skip-the-line access on a guided tour to the ancient city of Herculaneum.
- Everything you get: Board an air-conditioned van for a comfortable 20-minute transfer from Naples, then skip the long ticket lines upon arrival at Herculaneum. Explore the homes, frescoes, and wooden artifacts preserved by ash with an expert guide who brings this ancient Roman city to life.
- Why choose this: Forget about the hassle of planning—enjoy seamless transport and expert guidance for a smooth, enriching experience at one of Italy’s most iconic archaeological sites.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of Herculaneum with skip-the-line entry
- Round-trip transfers from Naples
- Fully-fitted GT coach
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- During the low season, from Nov to Mar, the live guide inside the ruins will be replaced with an audio guide if the group is less than 6 people.
- The following are not allowed on this tour: Large baggage and suitcases.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Follow an expert archaeologist guide on an exclusive tour tailored to your interests.
- Everything you get: Skip the lines and explore Herculaneum on a private tour with up to nine guests of your choice. Walk through mosaic-filled villas and the haunting boathouse, as your personal archaeologist shares insights into the city's excavated buildings, preserved artifacts, and the daily lives of its ancient residents.
- Why choose this: With a customizable group size, enjoy a more intimate, flexible tour, allowing you to dive deeper into Herculaneum’s history with personal attention from an expert archaeologist. Choose between six guided tour languages.
Follow an expert archaeologist guide on an exclusive tour tailored to your interests.
- Everything you get: Skip the lines and explore Herculaneum on a private tour with up to nine guests of your choice. Walk through mosaic-filled villas and the haunting boathouse, as your personal archaeologist shares insights into the city's excavated buildings, preserved artifacts, and the daily lives of its ancient residents.
- Why choose this: With a customizable group size, enjoy a more intimate, flexible tour, allowing you to dive deeper into Herculaneum’s history with personal attention from an expert archaeologist. Choose between six guided tour languages.
Inclusions
- Private tour of Herculaneum with skip-the-line entry
- Expert English, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, or Italian-speaking guide (as per option selected)
- The Northen Cardo
- The House of the Skeleton
- The Thermal Baths
- The Temple of the Augustali
- The House of Neptune and Amphitrite
- The House of the Wooden Partition
- The Gymnasium
- The Terrace of Nonius Balbus
- The beach
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- Dogs are allowed into the venue, without restriction of breed or size. However, they must be kept with a leash and/or muzzle (the latter is obligatory for all breeds and opportunities provided by current regulations). Pet parents must have bags to collect any droppings.
- In the Antiquarium, inside the Padiglione della Barca and in the domus with mosaic floors, access is allowed only to dogs carried in their arms or in the appropriate carrier.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION4 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERTrain
START POINT
Sorrento Train Station
Depart aboard a comfortable train at Sorrento Station and soak in panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples along the way.
40 km
60 minutes
1
Herculaneum
120 min
1 attractions
Tickets included
Breeze through the entrance of the expansive archaeological park with your pre-booked ticket. Meet your expert guide to kick off a memorable tour through an ancient city and fishing hub, astonishingly preserved under Vesuvius' ash, providing a vivid snapshot of daily Roman life.
Highlights
Villa of the Papyri
A luxurious sea view villa renowned for its exquisite architecture and art, and unique library of papyrus scrolls, discovered in 1750.
40 km
60 minutes
2
END POINT
Sorrento Train Station
Take a scenic train ride from Sorrento to Herculaneum, skip the lines, and enjoy a guided tour of the ancient city.
- Everything you get: Take the express train along the Gulf of Naples to Herculaneum, where you’ll explore its preserved streets, homes, and artifacts. Skip the ticket lines and gain deeper insights with a live guide. Your ticket includes a comfortable return journey to Sorrento.
- Why choose this: If you're staying in Sorrento or the surrounding coastal area, this tour is a hassle-free way to visit Herculaneum with easy transport, expert guidance, and no waiting in line.
Take a scenic train ride from Sorrento to Herculaneum, skip the lines, and enjoy a guided tour of the ancient city.
- Everything you get: Take the express train along the Gulf of Naples to Herculaneum, where you’ll explore its preserved streets, homes, and artifacts. Skip the ticket lines and gain deeper insights with a live guide. Your ticket includes a comfortable return journey to Sorrento.
- Why choose this: If you're staying in Sorrento or the surrounding coastal area, this tour is a hassle-free way to visit Herculaneum with easy transport, expert guidance, and no waiting in line.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of Herculaneum with skip-the-line entry
- Round-trip express train ticket from Sorrento
- Maps
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- During the low season, from Nov to Mar, the live guide inside the ruins will be replaced with an audio guide if the group is less than 6 people.
- The following are not allowed on this tour: Large baggage and suitcases.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Choose your Herculaneum ticketsAudio Guide Tours
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Why book a Herculaneum audio guide tour?
Convenience and flexibility
With an audio tour, you can explore at your own pace. You're not tied to a group, and you can pause or replay information as needed. This flexibility allows you to focus on the areas and details that interest you the most.
Physical vs. digital
Choose from a handheld audio guide device or download the audio guide on Android/iOS. From the app, benefit from interactive maps that help you home in on points of interest, or access special multimedia content that gives you a 360-degree view of the ruins.
Note: The downloadable app is paid, and not inclusive with your audio guide tickets.
Hassle-free
With the hand-held device, you won't have to worry about connectivity/network or storage issues on your phone. Simply pick up the guide at the start of your visit and deposit it as you exit.
Multilingual options
With an audio guide, you do not have to very about seeking a tour guide who speaks your language. Simply choose your audio guide from Italian, English, French, Spanish and German options.
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Is an audio guided tour suited for me?
Pros
Cons
- Ideal for solo travelers or people who prefer to engage in self-guided exploration.
- Scope of interaction/personalized attention is missing as there is none to exchange ideas with.
- Choose from multilingual options including English, Italian, Spanish, German and French.
- Audio guide might not be comprehensive about each attraction, and some hidden gems might be glossed over.
- Immersive experience with expert narration, sound effects, etc.
Some visitors may find it overwhelming to absorb all the information without a guide's assistance.
Top highlights of Herculaneum audio guide tours
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Frequently asked questions about Herculaneum audio guide tours
How much does a Herculaneum audio guide tour cost?
Herculaneum tours cost vary based on the type of experience you choose. The price for Herculaneum Audio Guide Tours starts from €28.90. If you're booking a combo tour with Pompeii, prices can go up to €99.75.
Should I opt for a digital or physical Herculaneum audio guided tour?
That depends on your preferences. If you book audio guide tickets, you will automatically be given a hand-held physical device at the start of your experience. With physical devices, you don't have to worry about connectivity issues, etc. If you prefer a digital audio guide, know that you have to download the app on your phone at an additional fee.
Should I book an audio guided tour or a regular guided tour?
Again, this depends on your interests and preferences. If you prefer to go solo and like to explore the attraction at your own terms, then an audio guided tour is ideal. If you prefer a more interactive atmosphere with the opportunity to tour the ruins with a knowledgeable archeologist, then a guided tour is best for you.
How long does a Herculaneum audio guided tour last?
The duration of your Herculaneum audio guided tour is flexible. You can stay as long as you like during park opening hours and explore the attraction at a pace suitable to you.
Are Herculaneum audio guide tours available in multiple languages?
Yes, Herculaneum audio guide tours are available in 5 languages: Italian, English, French, Spanish and German.
Are these audio guide tours suitable for children?
Yes, audio guides are a wonderful way to get children excited about what they're seeing at the ruins. Expert narration, cool sound effects, etc. make the experience engaging and memorable for children.
Are audio guides recommended for visitors with mobility impairments / other special needs?
Yes, an audio guide is especially beneficial for people with disabilities. It allows them to explore the attraction at their own pace. Audio guides are also ideal for people with visual impairments.
Does the audio guided tour cover the whole park?
Yes, the audio guided tour is valid for all the attractions within the Herculaneum Archaeological Park.
