People walking through the ancient ruins of Herculaneum, Sorrento, with historic buildings in the background.
Ancient frescoes and mosaics in a room at Herculaneum, part of the Pompeii & Herculaneum guided tour.
Skeletons preserved in ash at Herculaneum archaeological site near Naples, Italy.
Group of tourists on a Herculaneum private guided tour inside ancient ruins.
Visitors crossing a bridge towards the ancient ruins of Herculaneum, Italy.
Interior of the College of the Augustales in Herculaneum with ancient frescoes and columns.
Central Baths interior at Herculaneum with vaulted ceiling and ancient stone basin.

From Sorrento: Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Guided Tour

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Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

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Explore ancient history with this From Sorrento: Herculaneum Skip-the-Line Guided Tour in Italy's picturesque town of Sorrento. This tour offers a deep dive into the historic city of Herculaneum, providing an insightful journey through time without waiting in lines. Perfect for travelers eager to experience one of Italy’s most significant archaeological sites efficiently and informatively.

Take in panoramas of the Naples Gulf on a scenic train ride before turning the hidden corners of Herculaneum on a captivating tour.

Skip past queues and follow an expert guide around the marketplaces, boathouse, and temple structures of this UNESCO-listed site.

Express round-trip transfers from Sorrento ensure a peaceful day trip, perfect for those vacationing on the Sorrentine Peninsula.

Guided tour of Herculaneum with skip-the-line entry

Round-trip express train ticket from Sorrento

Maps

Group of tourists on a Herculaneum private guided tour inside ancient ruins.

Group of tourists on a Herculaneum private guided tour inside ancient ruins.

What's not allowed

  • The following are not allowed on this tour: Large baggage and suitcases.

Accessibility

  • 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 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.

Additional information

  • Facilities: restroom, cloak room.

  • 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.

Visitors crossing a bridge towards the ancient ruins of Herculaneum, Italy.

Visitors crossing a bridge towards the ancient ruins of Herculaneum, Italy.

Interior of the College of the Augustales in Herculaneum with ancient frescoes and columns.

Interior of the College of the Augustales in Herculaneum with ancient frescoes and columns.

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Operating hours

Herculaneum

Monday
8:30am - 7:30pm • last entry 6:00pm
Tuesday
8:30am - 7:30pm • last entry 6:00pm
Wednesday
8:30am - 7:30pm • last entry 6:00pm
Thursday
8:30am - 7:30pm • last entry 6:00pm
Friday
8:30am - 7:30pm • last entry 6:00pm
Saturday
8:30am - 7:30pm • last entry 6:00pm
Sunday
8:30am - 7:30pm • last entry 6:00pm
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FAQs

The site is wheelchair-accessible. People with disabilities can enter free of charge along with an accompanying adult.
Yes, you'll receive maps to help navigate Herculaneum's marketplaces, boathouse, and temple structures.
Personal expenses are not covered by your ticket, so plan accordingly for additional costs like meals or souvenirs.
Yes, Herculaneum is accessible with a pram or stroller, making it convenient for families with young children.
You’ll enjoy panoramas of the Naples Gulf during a scenic train ride before exploring hidden corners of UNESCO-listed Herculaneum with an expert guide.
Large baggage and suitcases aren't allowed during the tour, so please pack accordingly.
The expert guide will lead you through the marketplaces, boathouse, and temple structures at Herculaneum.
Yes, skip-the-line entry for the guided tour of Herculaneum is part of what's covered by your ticket purchase.
The experience includes express round-trip train transfers from Sorrento, ensuring a smooth journey to Herculaneum.
Dogs are welcome at the venue but must be kept leashed and muzzled, as required by current regulations.

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