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Half-day guided tour of Herculaneum UNESCO World Heritage Site with optional transport

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699 reviews

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.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Sorrento
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Language:English
Mobile voucher accepted

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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

Important to know

  • 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.
  • A version of this tour is available without transfers
  • Bring a hat
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Food and drinks not included

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Admission fees
  • Guide
  • Two-hour guided tour of Herculaneum

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


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Provider

TUI ITALIA S.R.L.


What people say about this experience

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    Noel O’Sullivan

    Traveled as a couple


    July 17, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Tour guides were excellent, very friendly and knowledgeable 😊 Loved the history behind the trip even on route there we got lots of information about surrounding areas. Fab tour!

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    Craig

    Traveled with family


    July 17, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Very knowledgeable guide with a great personality and sense of humour. There was nothing we didn’t enjoy.

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    Neil Heath

    Traveled with family


    July 17, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Erica was excellent. Really knowledgeable and passionate. Fascinating tour.

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    Andrea

    Traveled as a couple


    July 16, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    What a fantastic experience. Our guides Ionika and Erika were excellent and extremely knowledgeable. We were very well looked after and I would highly recommend this trip💓

  • B

    Belle

    Traveled as a couple


    July 17, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    The trip was well organised and our guide Lowra was very informative.

  • J

    Judith

    Traveled as a couple


    July 17, 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    The knowledge of the tour guide was very impressive and informative.