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Day trips from Naples to Herculaneum
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Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION5 hours
START POINT
2 starting points available
17 km
45 minutes
1
Herculaneum
1 attractions
Tickets included
Follow an expert guide as you marvel at the ingenuity of the Central Baths, learn about an imperial cult at the Hall of the Augustals, and more!
Highlights
House of the Relief of Telephus
This three-storey mansion was once laden with marble walls and a panoramic terrace.
17 km
45 minutes
2
END POINT
Pompeii Archaeological Park
Easily travel between two sister cities that tell the tale of Vesuvian wrath and primeval urbanity!
- Learn the legacy of Pompeii and Herculaneum with your expert guide, relaxing on comfortable round-trip train transfers.
- Brush past queues and peek into the lives of Romans from two millennia ago as you survey the thermopolia and temples of Pompeii.
- Uncover ancient manuscripts at the Villa of the Papyri library, divine statues at the Temple of the Four Gods, and much more at Herculaneum.
- Upgrade for an AC coach and a visit to the volcanic source, Mount Vesuvius! Or choose to pair your Pompeii visit with Amalfi and Ravello.
Easily travel between two sister cities that tell the tale of Vesuvian wrath and primeval urbanity!
- Learn the legacy of Pompeii and Herculaneum with your expert guide, relaxing on comfortable round-trip train transfers.
- Brush past queues and peek into the lives of Romans from two millennia ago as you survey the thermopolia and temples of Pompeii.
- Uncover ancient manuscripts at the Villa of the Papyri library, divine statues at the Temple of the Four Gods, and much more at Herculaneum.
- Upgrade for an AC coach and a visit to the volcanic source, Mount Vesuvius! Or choose to pair your Pompeii visit with Amalfi and Ravello.
Inclusions
- Guided tour of Pompeii and Herculaneum with entry
- Expert English-speaking archaeologist guide
- Digital audio guide in Italian, English, Spanish, French & German
- Round-trip train transfers between Pompeii and Herculaneum
- Pompeii Express ticket
- Visit to Mount Vesuvius (optional)
- Round-trip AC coach transfers (optional)
- Tip: Don't miss the charming Samnite House, one of the oldest homes in Herculaneum, dating back to the second century BC!
- Shutterbugs, take note: Commercial photography and tripods are a no-go inside the venues.
- Strict dress code: No discourteous clothing or shirtless attire is allowed inside Pompeii Archaeological Park.
- Big dogs (above the weight 10kg and the height of 40cm) are not allowed into the venue. Guide dogs with the proper certification are welcome.
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
- Your guide will offer a flexible route/itinerary to accommodate any opening and closing restrictions or restoration work. Therefore, the exact locations you visit on your tour may vary.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Renato
May 2025Verified booking
They charged me an extra 40€ because by mistake you gave me the ticket from Pompeii instead I had asked for it from Naples; 40€ paid to be able to leave from Naples moreover without any receipt
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Leonie
Oct 2024Verified booking
This tour is basically a travel service between Pompei, Mt Vesuvius and Herculaneum. We were taken to Mt Vesuvius and left there - told to meet the bus at particular time. Considerable confusion about which bus to get on - driver very confused. Next we were dropped at Herculaneum with an audio guide that was totally separate to the Herculaneum numbers so when you played it, it didn't match where you were. Got back to bus at time we were told. Company miscounted number of participants so we had to sit and wait an extra 15 minutes. Driver was not happy and drove us back to Pompei in a very unsafe manner (130km/hr) on highway in a rickety minibus. Then we were left at Pompei with audio guide which had to be returned by 5.30 so you could get your ID back. An extremely disorganised company and too expensive to basically pay for transport and entry tickets. Enjoyed climbing Mt Vesuvius and wandering around Pompei and Herculaneum without audio guides.
Jiří
Oct 2024Verified booking
Fényszarusi
Oct 2024Verified booking
Selva
Oct 2024Verified booking
The introduction by a team member to the tour was so bried and uninformative. There is no guide but a machine for Pompei. The content of this machine is minimal only 2 out of 10 monumenta have recorded information. As if this is not enough there was no guide no electronic recording for Herculeneum. And more over the driver left two of us at Herculeneum saying that we are not on the list!!!! Yes ! They left us at Herculeneum!!! At Vesuvio again no guide no electronic guide - the Volcanologist is on site for additionla tour and fee so not included at all. Basicly this is tour with no guide no working electronic recording and they leave you behind ! Certainly no one took responsibilty and no accountability.
ALAIN
Aug 2024Verified booking
Places visited during this marathon day. Vesuvius, Heraclium and the incredible Pompeii. So vast.
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LYNNE
Jun 2024Verified booking
There is no way we could have seen all this without your wonderful tour! Well organised and a very fair price. Staff were friendly and helpful. And indeed we booked a tour for the very next day!
Virginie
Aug 2024Verified booking
Well accompanied and very complete
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Rougeot
Aug 2024Verified booking
Christopher
Jun 2024Verified booking
Marion
Oct 2023Verified booking
Super time management and very nice organizers.
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Alan
May 2024Verified booking
A guided tour to the two archaeological sites would have been far better. The coach at Herculaneum failed to reserve seats for us, so my wife and I had to lose a full forty minutes off our allocated time in Pompeii, shiest we waited for another coach! This meant we only had less than two hours there..... Shame.
Marnix
May 2024Verified booking
Excellent guide Paolo. Very good knowledge and to the point. Strict timing. Only the transfer gave problems due to the train strike
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Doug
May 2024Verified booking
4 Cruise ships came to Naples on morning of our tour...totally destroyed the tour. Guide's directions how to return to Naples from Herculaneum were wrong.
Claudia
Apr 2024Verified booking
Very nice guide with great knowledge about the subject. The tour was enjoyable and entertaining, we learned a lot about how they lived before the eruption.
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Nicolas
Apr 2024Verified booking
It was a very nice experience. Our guide Diego was great, he provided a lot of information about how the people from Pompeii and Ercolano used to live. We really enjoyed.
CLAUDIA
Mar 2024Verified booking
The logistics were good on Mount Vesuvius, in Herculaneum we were left in the middle of a street with no instructions on how to enter the site and only a driver who spoke only Italian.
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Hayley
Nov 2023Verified booking
Transportation between the locations was great. Buses were on time and easy to locate. From what I could see, there was only a guide at Mt Vesuvius. For the other 2 stops, one I never found a guide and the other was a recorded audio guide. But overall I saw a lot and was glad not to have to figure out logistics between spots with no car. Would book again.
Miss
Jun 2024Verified booking
Vince was great. Really knowledgeable and friendly. Perfect guide.
Tracy
Dec 2023Verified booking
I liked the places we visited. The staff checking us in and out were kind and helpful.
Adriana
May 2024Verified booking
Natacha
May 2024Verified booking
Nabet
Apr 2024Verified booking
Camelia
Mar 2024Verified booking
Itinerary
MODE OF TRANSFERA/C Minibus
START POINT
Naples/Pompeii
Board your spacious AC transfers from central Naples or Pompeii. Sit back and leave aside the logistical planning. Get dropped right at the entrance to each site, with the access fees all paid and ample time to explore before moving on.
10 km
15 minutes
1
Pompeii
1 attractions
Tickets included
Show your entry tickets, jump the lines, and independently walk amidst ancient streets, villas, and theaters offering a vivid snapshot of 1st-century life.
In 79 AD, the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum were buried by the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius. In the 21st century, you can discover both their archaeological excavations and climb the active volcano all in one trip.
Highlights
House of the Faun
Wander through Pompeii's largest and most elaborate residential complex, centered by a bronze statue of a dancing satyr.
8 km
15 minutes
2
Herculaneum
1 attractions
Tickets included
Explore this neighboring well-preserved Roman town, where volcanic ash sealed wooden structures, mosaics, and everyday artifacts in remarkable detail, halting entropy for nearly a couple millennia.
Highlights
House of Neptune and Amphitrite
Stop by this small yet richly frescoed villa, featuring a large technicolor mosaic of Greek sea deities.
5 km
10 minutes
3
Mount Vesuvius
Tickets included
Hike to the crater of this iconic volcano, whose explosive eruption shaped history and left behind breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples.
10 km
15 minutes
4
END POINT
Naples/Pompeii
Journey through two buried cities and a volcano – all featuring in a saga of ash and lava.
- Everything you get: Board round-trip transfers from Naples or Pompeii and visit three iconic sites in one trip. First, explore the ruins of Pompeii, then head to Herculaneum to see its preserved villas, libraries, and food stalls. Finally, climb the slopes of Mount Vesuvius and peer into the crater that once buried these ancient cities under volcanic ash.
- Why choose this: This day trip combines three of Naples’ most iconic UNESCO landmarks into one seamless experience—comfortable AC coach travel, no waiting in lines, and expert guides, all within a convenient eight-hour itinerary.
Journey through two buried cities and a volcano – all featuring in a saga of ash and lava.
- Everything you get: Board round-trip transfers from Naples or Pompeii and visit three iconic sites in one trip. First, explore the ruins of Pompeii, then head to Herculaneum to see its preserved villas, libraries, and food stalls. Finally, climb the slopes of Mount Vesuvius and peer into the crater that once buried these ancient cities under volcanic ash.
- Why choose this: This day trip combines three of Naples’ most iconic UNESCO landmarks into one seamless experience—comfortable AC coach travel, no waiting in lines, and expert guides, all within a convenient eight-hour itinerary.
Inclusions
- Day trip to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius
- Round-trip transfers from Pompeii or Naples (as per option selected)
- Entry to Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius National Park
- Audio guide and map of Pompeii
Exclusions
- Live guide
- 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.
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Scott
Apr 2025Verified booking
The service was great and the sites were out of this world. Highly recommended.
Marion
Jun 2025Verified booking
The good and efficient organization. The safe drivers. A little more time in Pompeii would be good as there is a lot to see. The introduction was a bit hectic but OK.
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Renato
May 2025Verified booking
They charged me an extra 40€ because by mistake you gave me the ticket from Pompeii instead I had asked for it from Naples; 40€ paid to be able to leave from Naples moreover without any receipt
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TRIGORY
May 2025Verified booking
Tanya
Dec 2024Verified booking
As so many others have mentioned, the only good thing about this tour was the transportation! The driver was perhaps the rudest person I've ever encountered while traveling (a person who voluntarily deals with tourists and still being this rude and inconsiderate, he honestly should be fired from this company!) Weather was unpredictable, which is beyond anyone's control, however, we were dropped off at Mt. V without being told that there was Zero visibility at the top or even being given the option to skip it, a total waste of an hour plus of our day. After the volcano, we were dropped off at Herculaneum. Far too much time was allowed for this location- it can be seen within an hour. By time we got to Pompeii, we were told that the buildings were going to be closed within 15 minutes. Having entered on the far end near the stadium, totally ruined our plan to see the highlights. We have actually been to Pompeii before and were very excited to be back, however this tour (or lack thereof) just ruined all we were excited about! DO NOT make the mistake that I did, I always take reviews with a grain of salt, but assume it of course cannot be that bad. Unfortunately this tour was the worst. We paid a good amount of money, which honestly we should have received a discount due to the bad weather or even a cancellation of the tour beforehand, we would have had a better day just doing our own thing! Would never recommend this tour for anyone, please go look elsewhere the tour and money spent will be better for you!
Leonie
Oct 2024Verified booking
This tour is basically a travel service between Pompei, Mt Vesuvius and Herculaneum. We were taken to Mt Vesuvius and left there - told to meet the bus at particular time. Considerable confusion about which bus to get on - driver very confused. Next we were dropped at Herculaneum with an audio guide that was totally separate to the Herculaneum numbers so when you played it, it didn't match where you were. Got back to bus at time we were told. Company miscounted number of participants so we had to sit and wait an extra 15 minutes. Driver was not happy and drove us back to Pompei in a very unsafe manner (130km/hr) on highway in a rickety minibus. Then we were left at Pompei with audio guide which had to be returned by 5.30 so you could get your ID back. An extremely disorganised company and too expensive to basically pay for transport and entry tickets. Enjoyed climbing Mt Vesuvius and wandering around Pompei and Herculaneum without audio guides.
Diane
Oct 2024Verified booking
Good transport and organisation. Unfortunately the audio guides did not correspond to the places in Erculaneum. In pompeii, it was intermittent. Overall they were amazing places to visit. This company get you to the places, take the hassle out of buying the tickets, and drive you safely back at the end of the day.
jennifer
Sep 2024Verified booking
Very well organized day. We were able to visit all 3 sites, without having to rush for Herculanum and Mount Vesuvius. For pompei, they show us the places to visit and the time allotted. Don't forget good shoes, as you'll be walking a lot. The team was top-notch. They even spoke a little French, even though we weren't supposed to. Audioguide for herculanum and pompei in French. Very nice!
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Jafar
Sep 2024Verified booking
I didn't really go, I didn't make it to the bus, but I managed to contact the organizater and got my pompeii entrance ticket and used them to go on my own. 10/10 communication experience
Jiří
Oct 2024Verified booking
Peter
Oct 2024Verified booking
Jarred
Oct 2024Verified booking
Thomas
Sep 2024Verified booking
Christian
Sep 2024Verified booking
The bus journeys between the locations went smoothly. The distribution of tickets also worked well. The time management in Pompeii was poor. We had planned 2 hours, which is very short for this place. It was the last stop of the tour between 3 and 5 PM. It must have taken 15 minutes to walk inside to the buildings. On this day, for reasons unknown to me, Pompeii closed at 5 PM and from 4 PM the buildings were cordoned off and could no longer be visited from the inside. The organizer did not inform us that the buildings would be closed off so early, nor did they reschedule the tour due to the closure of the complex at 5 PM and went to Pompeii first. As a result, we had the least time at the largest of the 3 sites, as we effectively only had 45 minutes for the buildings in Pompeii. In my opinion, this was a planning error on the part of the organizer. Pompeii as the first stop would have been necessary on this day in order to be able to see more of the buildings from the inside.
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Samuel
Oct 2024Verified booking
It is a bit chaotic. Firstly the Busses stopped like 10 Meters ahead of the meeting point, which let some confused if this are really the right busses. They couldve shouted like Vesuvio Tour here, but they just started reading out the names of the people which were sometimes hard to hear when standing at the back of the crowd. They didn't check a single ticket so anyone could've came and said they were me and they would've just took them. The first stop in Pompeii was good, they gave you clear instructions, you got an audio guide and a map and were told to meet at the meeting point at a certain time. I didn't use the audio guide so can't say anything about it. Then we went to Vesuvio, also there we were told to be back at a certain time. I was back few minutes before and thought that they call out the names again, but for some reason they didn't and there were 2 of their buses. I was there 5 minutes before but almost missed the bus because of that confusion. Then we went to the Heraculaneum site, where we could not enter because the guard there said it was too late to enter. We all had our tickets that we paid for already but the bus driver took us back to the starting point in Naples. We didn't get offered any refund, no apology, nothing. While Pompei and Vesuvio was great, I cannot recommend this tour if you only get 2/3 of what you pay.
Selva
Oct 2024Verified booking
The introduction by a team member to the tour was so bried and uninformative. There is no guide but a machine for Pompei. The content of this machine is minimal only 2 out of 10 monumenta have recorded information. As if this is not enough there was no guide no electronic recording for Herculeneum. And more over the driver left two of us at Herculeneum saying that we are not on the list!!!! Yes ! They left us at Herculeneum!!! At Vesuvio again no guide no electronic guide - the Volcanologist is on site for additionla tour and fee so not included at all. Basicly this is tour with no guide no working electronic recording and they leave you behind ! Certainly no one took responsibilty and no accountability.
Liam
Sep 2024Verified booking
I booked a GUIDED TOUR, and the description say GUIDED TOUR, and we got an audioguide that in Herculeanum didn't work at all. Plus in Pompeii we got another audiguide and we booked with you guys because it say GUIDED, we don't like audioguides Such a wait of money and time! Don't trust in this company
Lucie
Sep 2024Verified booking
Very well organized trip, meeting points clear and easy to find. Enough time in each place to see everything. We highly recommend this activity, which allows you to see 3 emblematic places close to Naples in one day!
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Caroline
Jun 2024Verified booking
The organisation and logistics to get through so much in one day was great. Could not have managed it independently. It is fast paced but we saw loads and it was stunning. A bit more warning to bring own food and about the terrain would have been helpful
ALAIN
Aug 2024Verified booking
Places visited during this marathon day. Vesuvius, Heraclium and the incredible Pompeii. So vast.
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LYNNE
Jun 2024Verified booking
There is no way we could have seen all this without your wonderful tour! Well organised and a very fair price. Staff were friendly and helpful. And indeed we booked a tour for the very next day!
Virginie
Aug 2024Verified booking
Well accompanied and very complete
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GOURMELON
Aug 2024Verified booking
Very well organized. The tour was completely free, which was great! You just have to stick to the schedule.
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Suzanne
Jul 2024Verified booking
Very organised, with staff knowledgeable about the process
Fatemeh
Aug 2024Verified booking
- Tired of travel hassles? Hop on board this one-way express transfer between Naples Porta Nolana or Porta Garibaldi station and Herculaneum Ercolano Scavi station!
- With train connections available every 3 hours, you won't miss a beat and zoom to your destination in just 18 minutes flat!
- Sit back, relax, and soak in the sights from vibrant city neighborhoods to the majestic Mount Vesuvius in the distance in air-conditioned coaches.
- At Herculaneum Ercolano Scavi Train Station, you've got options galore: heading further afield or exploring local gems, the station got you covered.
- Tired of travel hassles? Hop on board this one-way express transfer between Naples Porta Nolana or Porta Garibaldi station and Herculaneum Ercolano Scavi station!
- With train connections available every 3 hours, you won't miss a beat and zoom to your destination in just 18 minutes flat!
- Sit back, relax, and soak in the sights from vibrant city neighborhoods to the majestic Mount Vesuvius in the distance in air-conditioned coaches.
- At Herculaneum Ercolano Scavi Train Station, you've got options galore: heading further afield or exploring local gems, the station got you covered.
Inclusions
- One-way express transfers between Naples Porta Nolana or Porta Garibaldi train station and Herculaneum Ercolano Scavi train station
- Air-conditioning onboard
- Tip: First things first, grab a map at the Herculaneum Ercolano Scavi Train Station to navigate this ancient region and plan your day ahead.
- Please pay attention to the local displays and loudspeaker announcements and look out for trains having the name "Campania Express" on them.
- 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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Vanderhauwaert
May 2025Verified booking
Jozefina was top, good explanation during bus ride,pleasant person, full of passion. Herkulanium was very beautiful, beautifully preserved. Our guide was great, English explanation, calm, well explained, all questions were answered. Highly recommended!!!!!
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Francie
Apr 2025Verified booking
Our guide was very knowledgeable and very informative. It was a good experience.
kevin
Apr 2025Verified booking
we took a daytrip from rome to nsples, we had purchased hurculaneum tour with roundtrip transportation from naples to the site and back to naples. Because we were instructed to be at our pickup location 20 min early than our pick up time we ended up waiting for over 1.5 hrs to find out our transportation was in traffic and would be even later. we cancelled our trip because we wouldnt have been back in enough time to catch our train back to rome.
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Make the most of Naples
Why take a day trip to Herculaneum?
- Convenient day trip destination: Located close to Naples, Herculaneum is an ideal pit stop while visiting nearby destinations like Pompeii, Mount Vesuvius or even the National Archeological Museum of Naples.
- Manageable size: Compared to Pompeii, Herculaneum is a smaller site. This makes it ideal for a day trip, allowing you to explore the ruins thoroughly without feeling overwhelmed.
- Unique fate: Unlike Pompeii's ash burial, Herculaneum faced a fiery onslaught of pyroclastic surges. This resulted in a fascinating contrast — remarkably preserved wooden objects in Herculaneum compared to Pompeii's mostly ash-preserved remains.
- UNESCO World Heritage Site: In 1997, Herculaneum earned the distinction of being a UNESCO World Heritage site for its laudable conservation efforts and superior state of preservation.
Your trips to Herculaneum explained
Guided tours
Duration: 5.5-7 hours
- Enter the sites of Herculaneum and Pompeii with an archeologist who is a subject matter expert. Learn about the different fates of these neighboring cities and what remains of them today.
- This small-group guided tour of less than 20 people ensures an intimate and interactive experience with your guide.
- While your guide is English-speaking, you can tune into a digital audio guide in 5 languages: English, Italian, Spanish, German or French.
Recommended ticket
From Pompeii/Naples: Pompeii & Herculaneum Guided Tour with Archaeologist
Round-trip transfers
Duration: 3-8 hours
- Depending on your choice, get round-trip transfers from Naples or Pompeii to Pompeii and Herculaneum. Make a stop at Mount Vesuvius too for an all-round experience.
- An expert driver will take you along a carefully curated route to help you make the most of your experience. Note that the driver does not act as a guide.
- At Pompeii, benefit from a map and audio guide. At Vesuvius, a volcanic guide will take you up its slopes.
- If you're taking the Naples half day tour, you can benefit from both audio guides and an expert local guide.
Recommended tickets
- From Pompeii/Naples: Pompeii, Herculaneum & Vesuvius Day Trip
- From Naples: Herculaneum Half-Day Tour
One-way transfers
Duration: 18 minutes
- Travel either from Naples to Herculaneum or vice versa with one-way Campania Express train tickets.
- Board from the Naples Porta Nolana station or the Ercolano Scavi station at Herculaneum.
- Note that these are only transport tickets and don’t include access to the Archeological Park of Herculaneum
Recommended ticket
Campania Express One-Way Tickets: Naples Porta Nolana to/from Herculaneum
What to expect on a day trip to Herculaneum
From Naples
Distance: 11.6 km
Travel time: Approximately x 30-40 minutes
- Choose between a comfortable GT coach with AC from Naples to head to Herculaneum and back.
- For a more local experience, board the Circumvesuviana Express from beneath the Piazza Garibaldi station in Naples. Alight at the Ercolano Scavi stop at Herculaneum.
- Once you arrive at Herculaneum, tour the ruins with an archeologist who will regale you with tales (and facts) of splendor, tragedy and luxury. Admire frescoes, statues, lavish houses and more — all preserved exceptionally.
- Board the coach/train back to Naples at the end of your visit.
From Pompeii
Distance: 19 km
Travel time: Approx 19 minutes
- An expert local driver will pick you up from your hotel in Pompeii.
- Once you arrive at Herculaneum, immerse yourself in a buried civilization that was in its golden age — before the eruption snuffed out the hopes of further prosperity.
- If you’ve opted for it, travel to Mount Vesuvius and climb to the crater with a volcanic guide.
- Your driver will drop you back to your hotel in Pompeii.
Know before you go on a Herculaneum day trip
Timings
Getting there
Budget
Things to do
Restaurants
Rules and tips
March 16 to October 14: 8:30am to 7:30pm.
October 15 to March 15: 8:30am to 5pm.
Last entry: 90 minutes before closure.
Closed: January 1 and December 25.
Best time to visit: The best time to visit is during the lean season (November, February and March). Try to visit before 11 am for a more relaxed tour ambiance.
Detailed Herculaneum opening hours
From Naples
1. Book a round-trip GT coach with AC. You will be picked up from your hotel and dropped off at Herculaneum.
2. Alternatively, take the Circumvesuviana train from Piazza Garibaldi in Naples and get off at Ercolano Scavi in Herculaneum. The archaeological park is a 10-minute walk from the station.
3. If you’re looking for one-way transport, take the Campania Express from Naples Porta Nolana station to Ercolani Scavi or vice versa.
From Pompeii: An expert local driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Herculaneum. Once you’re done with your visit, you will be dropped back to your hotel.
Herculaneum location
Including transfers, expert tour guide charges and audio guides, the trip can cost you anywhere between €15 to €128. Note that food, shopping, etc. will cost you extra.
For a more budget-friendly option, consider the Campania Express One-Way Tickets, starting from €15. This option offers a quick and convenient transfer between Naples Porta Nolana and Herculaneum Ercolano Scavi Train Station. You can then book the admission ticket to Herculaneum separately.
Entrance fee
- The standard entrance fee for Herculaneum for adults is €15 per person.
- Entry to Pompeii typically costs around €16 per person for adult
- Admission to Mount Vesuvius varies based on age and season, ranging around €10-€20 per person.
Discounts
Students with a valid ID and seniors aged above 65 and above enjoy reduced admission prices. It's advisable to check the ticket details for accurate information about available discounts and eligibility criteria.
Other costs
You may want to budget around €5 to €10 per person for quick snacks or light meals from local cafes or food vendors near the archaeological sites. For a casual sit-down meal at a local restaurant or trattoria, budget around €15 to €25 per person for a main course along with a drink. Keep in mind that prices can vary based on the restaurant; it's a good idea to check menu prices beforehand.
- At Herculaneum, don’t miss visiting the Samnite House (one of the oldest houses found there), the Villa of the Papyri (from where nearly 1800 paper scrolls survived fire and ash), the Palestra and more.
- Admire the vivid frescoes inside the House of Neptune and Amphitrite, and see a wooden door that still works on its hinges at the House of the Wooden Partition.
- At Pompeii, see the human casts, erotic graffiti, gymnasium and more.
- If your trip also includes a stop at Vesuvius, climb the crater and peer into its swirling depths. Don’t miss trying the local wine grown on volcanic soil — Lacryma Christi.
All that walking is sure to make you crave a snack. Head to these eateries in Ercolano after your visit and enjoy a snack or sit-down meal.
- Bistrot Italia: Sink into plush interiors and savor delectable cuisines (try the porcini!) spanning seafood, desserts and more at Bistrot Italia.
- La Pachanga Mexican Restaurant: In Italy but craving some spice? Head to La Pachanga and gorge on taco salads, tropical cocktails and more.
- Dante Osteria: With outdoor seating available, Dante Osteria serves cold cuts, charcuterie boards and more from the finest hand-picked produce in the region.
- As these sites have been painstakingly preserved, please don’t touch the frescoes, statues or other displays. In their fragility lies their preciousness.
- If your ticket also includes a trip to Vesuvius, do wear sturdy shoes or hiking boots to navigate the terrain.
- Pack a light picnic (especially if you’re traveling with kids) as there are only few eateries to choose from and most don’t serve full meals.
- While the transfers to Herculaneum from Naples and Pompeii are fully wheelchair accessible, the hike up to Mount Vesuvius is not.
- While most people flock to Pompeii, spend at least 2-3 hours in Herculaneum to appreciate its better-preserved structures.
Frequently asked questions about day trips to Herculaneum
What are my primary transport options to avail a day trip to Herculaneum?
You can either book a GT coach with AC from Naples or take the Circumvesuviana train to the Ercolano Scavi station. From Pompeii, a local driver will escort you to Herculaneum and back.
What sights can I cover as part of the day trip?
You can definitely visit both Pompeii and Herculaneum as part of your day trip. If you’ve opted for it, you can also top up your experience with a visit to Mount Vesuvius as well.
How long will I spend at each destination during my day trip?
Typically, a trip to Pompeii lasts longer than Herculaneum or Vesuvius as there’s more to see there. So, you can expect to spend at least 2.5-3 hours in Pompeii alone. Generally, Herculaneum can be visited in under 2.5 hours, and Vesuvius takes about 1.5 hours at most. These estimates also include travel time between these destinations.
What facilities are available on board the transfers?
You will get to travel in an air-conditioned train or coach. If you are opting for a pick-up and drop-off from Pompeii, an expert local driver will ferry you to the archeological park and back. However, no snacks or drinks are available during the transfer. Guided tours will begin only once you reach the destination.
Are Herculaneum day trips wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the round-trip transfers (which include transport and access to Pompeii and Herculaneum) are wheelchair accessible. Unfortunately, the hike up to Mount Vesuvius is not.
Are day trips suitable for children?
Traveling with children above the age of 5 is generally an enjoyable experience for the family. Be sure to load up on snacks and water as there are very few fueling stations nearby and temperatures can get quite hot. To be on the safer side, we recommend not bringing along toddlers or infants as a day trip more or less spans the entire day, and they might feel uncomfortable by the end of it. Additionally, Pompeii and Herculaneum are not entirely stroller-friendly.
From happy customers
Carolynn
United StatesJun, 2025
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Tickets were easy to obtain. When we arrived at the Herculaneum site we were greeted by the check in lady. We were introduced to the Archaeologist Theresa who was brilliant. The tour started on time with the small group as was promised. We all had headsets and could hear Theresa clearly. Her enthusiasm for her chosen profession was inspiring. I'm so glad she was working with us. I would recommend Theresa and this tour to all who are interested even a little, in the Herculaneum site and its history. You will be drawn in and want to learn more. Herculaneum was the main reason I came to Italy. It was so worth while, I loved every minute.
Thank you Theresa!!!
Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Guided Tour with an Archaeologist
Videau
FranceJun, 2025
Clear and simple online transaction. The only (big) drawback is the audio guide! Not in its operation, but in its design. The numbers don't correspond to anything on site, you don't know where you are and the sequences follow one another without any significant pause!
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Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Tickets
Reynaldo
ChileMay, 2025
Perfect direct entry with no lines, only the audio guide sales are difficult to carry, the numbers do not match when walking through the ruins.
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Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Tickets
Gouverneur
Dec, 2024
Nice, unhindered visit, but a ticket cut out for the girl doesn't mean you get in any quicker, as you have to go and do the girl to get a ticket!
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Herculaneum Audio Guide
Dagna
AustraliaMar, 2025
Our visit to Pompei and Herkulaneum was truly amazing, as we had an incredible tour guide who turned out to be also a professional archaeologist. Michael made the trip interesting and fun. Our driver Pasquale got us perfectly on time back to Naples centre!
From Pompeii: Pompeii and Herculaneum Guided Tour with Transfers
Nadezhda
BulgariaDec, 2024
Our tour guide Rafaelo was wonderful, he made our visit a memorable experince. He is a great professionalist, with remarkable sence of humor, perfect organizational skills and ability to maintain attention. Thank you, Rafaelo :))
From Pompeii: Pompeii and Herculaneum Guided Tour with Transfers
Vanderhauwaert
BelgiumMay, 2025
Jozefina was top, good explanation during bus ride,pleasant person, full of passion. Herkulanium was very beautiful, beautifully preserved. Our guide was great, English explanation, calm, well explained, all questions were answered. Highly recommended!!!!!
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From Naples: Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Guided Tour
Gia
Aug, 2018
My year old was never more attentive than during the tour. You are literally walking amongst the past, with the surroundings still perfectly preserved! Just lovely!
From Naples: Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Guided Tour