Herculaneum Ruins

Pompeii was not the only city buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius back in 79 A.D.. A few miles away, right on the coastline, there was another city: Herculaneum. That one town, just like Pompeii, was at the same time both destroyed and preserved by the disaster. Pyroclastic flows covered Herculaneum with a literal mountain of scalding ashes, burying the remains of the ancient city under 80 feet of volcanic materials. Today, almost 2000 years later, the charm Herculaneum had is still intact. The town was a residential area for the upper class: smaller but richer than Pompeii was. Traces of the affluence of the ancient Herculaneum are still visibile in the original style and in the elegant decorations of the private houses. Herculaneum differentiates itself from Pompeii also when it comes to the state of the preservation: the two cities were destroyed by the same eruption but the effects on them were not alike.

This tour will take you to the ruins of Herculaneum, the ancient roman city that got buried by the muds and the ashes of the eruption in 79 AD. This was a center for aristocrats and intellectuals of the Empire who mainly had their holiday homes along the seaside nearby the busy city of Naples. You will be stunned by the exquisite designs of mosaics, frescos and decorations still visible to date. After pick up in Naples we'll reach Pompeii where we'll have a delicious lunch break in a local restaurant with a 3 course tourist menu, drinks not included. Then at the end we'll depart to Herculaneum excavations. The tour manager will meet you by the nearest pick-up point to your accommodation between 11:00 and 11:45 AM (see timetable) and this tour will last approximately 5 hours in total. Check our full list of complimentary scheduled pick up points.

Enjoy your day trip to Herculaneum Ruins by shuttle bus from Naples city centre, take advantage of your priority entrance to the archaeological site and explore the ruins in your own! Travel in comfort to archaeological site on a shuttle bus from Naples. Enter the archeological site without delay with your skip-the-line ticket. Spend the day exploring the city that was covered with mud and lava during the explosion of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A. D. Walk past the buildings of the ancient Roman town destroyed by the eruption. See intact wooden structures that were dwellings with expensive furnishings and ornamentation. Beyond the beautiful villas of Herculaneum, visit important public buildings and the thermal baths as well. Take your time as you explore and discover the history, heritage, and beauty of the city.

Be guided by an Archaeologist to discover the ancient Roman town of Herculaneum destroyed by the 79 AD eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Herculaneum was the best holiday destination for the Roman aristocracy, a small chest full of miracles as Romans stated. In its private residences and public buildings were found marble decorations, wall paintings, mosaic floors as well as objects implemented in the everyday life. Also called 'the sister of Pompeii', this city shows you some better preserved findings like wooden doors and exquisite paintings. With an Archaeologist leading you through the site sharing his knowledge and telling you interesting anecdotes, you'll get the feeling to be walking in a still living town!

You will visit the second most famous Roman ruins in the world in the city of Herculaneum After a long sleep,Vesuvius woke up on the 24th of August od 79 AD. This eruption was apocalyptic, since it destroyed the ancient Roman cities of Pompeii and  Herculaneum was discovered in XVIII century

Public service available every day from different stops around the city. The daily ticket gives you the chance to stay a few hours or more in Herculaneum and then visit the Vesuvius. The price includes the bus journey only!

Discover the ancient roman town of Herculaneum, destroyed by the eruption of the volcano Vesuvius in 79AD . The city was buried by pyroclastic flows and it has not been fully uncovered, that is why it is much smaller than Pompeii

This tour starts from Naples, and will give you the opportunity to visit in one day, two very important sites, a mixture of unique history and nature. After the pick-up from the main points described, we will take you to Pompeii. During the Roman Empire it was a commercial city of wine and oil. It enjoys a worldwide reputation thanks to the eruption of Vesuvius that covered it in AD 79. Pompeii provides a Stunning snapshot of art. After Pompeii you will move to Herculaneum, the second stage of the tour. It was discovered in the 18th century.Herculaneum is smaller than Pompeii and can be visited in an hour and a half. Visiting this site will allow you to see how the Romans lived and feel the sense of panic that will have surprised its inhabitants when the volcano erupted. At the end of the tour we will take you back to Naples.

Board your private tour and visit the ruin of Herculaneum, named after the Roman hero Hercules. You will stop for 2 hours in the ruins area.

We will come to pick you up at the hotel/cruise terminal, meet your Chauffeur and drive to Pompeii first for a two hours walking tour with our expert licensed guide, you will begin your exploration of the mystery of the two towns were time was "frozen" and where you can see all the aspects of the roman everyday life. After lunch time you will drive 30 more minutes until the Ancient Herculaneum.This elite Roman resort was devastated by the same volcanic eruption that buried Pompeii in 79 AD and covered by a torrent of mud, which protected the ruins from atmospheric agents and illegal excavators. The guided walking tour of Herculaneum will take about two hours, to see the Public Baths, the house of the Deers, the Augustales temple, the house of Neptun and Anphitrite, the area of the Marina, where in 1980 archeologist found over 250 skeletons of fugitives. After some free time for shopping return back to the meeting point.

A day spent between history and local flavours. Pompei and Herculaneum were 2 ancient Roman villages that were submerged by the ashes after the destructive eruption of the 79 A. D. of the Volcano Mount Vesuvio. Now they are of the most suggestive archaeological sites of the world. For a more intense experience the guide can book for you a private walking tour of the site with an authorized Archaeological guide that will explain the leads you trough the splendour of the Ancient Roman lifestyle and trough the horror of their last minutes. The tour will continue in the suggestive beauty of the National park of the Vesuvio to visit a local vineyard, there you could also assist the production system with the explanation of the chiefwinemaker, after the visit there will be time for lunch with all the Neapolitan typical products accompained by a tasting of different kind of their wine.

What if there was a way to experience away from the big tourist busses and audio guides? Well, you are in luck because this is the private day trip you are looking for! Meet your local guide in Naples and embark on a journey where you'll get to discover this unique attraction off the beaten path. Yes, get ready to experience the ruins of Pompeii & Herculaneum from an authentic perspective with its highlights, the ins and outs, and cultural facts – just for you! Withlocals The Ultimate Private Day Trip™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and prevent over-tourism with only small groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard routes. To guarantee entrance, please share your contact details at the time of booking so your host can reach out to collect all participants' names as they are listed in their passports.

Travel back 2,000 years to the Roman town of Herculaneum, and see the ruins left behind by the devastating volcanic eruption of 79 AD. Visit ancient houses, marvel at mosaic floors and frescoes, and see the skeletons of some of those killed instantly. Tour the ancient city of Herculaneum and see it much as it existed more than 2,000 years ago See some of the villas of Herculaneum's wealthiest citizens Go the Grande Palestra (Big Gym) and feel like an archaeologist exploring the volcanic evidence

One of our professional, well educated and knowledgeable English speaking driver guide will be waiting at pick up location (where you will be tendered) or location according to the agreed time. The driver will be holding a sign with you or your party’s name on it. The driver will drive safely in every destinations telling you historical information so you can have a better comprehension about culture and tradition of the places, waiting for you at a mutual location agreed upon. The driver will provide assistance throughout the day, will be as flexible as can be. The tour normally lasts between 8-hours. Lunch will be discussed at the beginning of the tour to avoid any miscommunication for accommodation and dietary if need so . As well, making reservation if needed.

Herculaneum was an ancient Roman town, situated below Mount Vesuvius, and submerged under a torrent of mud and lava after the volcano erupted in 79 A.D. The buildings have been so well preserved that you can walk down the streets pretty much exactly as the Romans would have done over 2000 years ago! There is still original timber in the buildings and clay pots stored as they would have been at the time of the eruption. Together with your guide, you will visit many of the most important sites, public baths with their well-preserved frescoes and mosaics, shops and the gymnasium. A tour, of possibly one of the best preserved examples of a Roman residential town in the world, brought to life years of study and knowledge to archaeologists.

Get ready in this private experience to explore the Herculaneum ruins with an archeologist who will be more than happy to show you the main important buildings and explain to you the life of the old Romans which seems stopped thanks to the volcanic ash of Mount Vesuvius that helped keep this city still intact. • Skip the Line thanks to our fast pass. • The entrance fee for the ruins it's not included.

Avoid the hassle of public transportation with our reliable transfer service. Travel in comfort with a deluxe Mercedes minivan, offering seating for up to seven passengers. Enjoy a seamless journey from Naples Airport to the Sorrento Coast (or vice versa) with the option to stop and explore the ruins of Herculaneum along the way. Relax as our professional, knowledgeable drivers take care of your journey and ensure your luggage is handled with care. Choose convenience, comfort, and peace of mind for your travel needs!

AmalfiDriver Tours & Transfers with Experience: Meet and greet everywhere in Naples or Salerno (city/station/port) – to go on the Mt. Vesuvius Crater excursion for 1 hour and reach the "mouth of the volcano". – After that, we will drive to the Herculaneum ruins* to see for 90 minutes and Pompeii Ruins* for 2 hours. Both ancient Roman towns were destroyed and buried under the ashes by Mt. Vesuvius eruption of 79a.d. and today, they represent a real evidence of how it was the original Roman culture, lifestyle and architecture: like a journey back in the past. (During the day, we can also stop for a quick lunch, optionally) – After that, we will drive back to the starting location. *We highly recommend hiring a private guide who will lead you through the ruins for a better experience. If interested, ask in the note) — Mt Vesuvius Crater excursion tickets are NOT included. There is no ticket office on Mt. Vesuvius, and you can only buy tickets online (we will explain how) —

The Ancient cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, known all around the world because buried and almost destroyed by the Vesuvius eruption dated 79AD, disclose their ancient splendour to the visitors. In fact, the ashes rain itself has helped to protect and preserve the uniqueness of these two sites. As you will see, despite the fact that they belong to the same historical period, the two archaeological sites do show many differences in the life style and the structure of the city itself. You will get a full immersion into the Roman lifestyle, while your guide will picture all the aspects of the political, social and religious life of the inhabitants of Pompeii and Herculaneum. This the perfect tour for all the archeology lovers!

A magic trip that will take you back 2000 years ago and in between Pompei and Herculaneum a nice stop for lunch into a local winery! Our driver will give you lot's of informations about the site that you are going to visit. If you wish to have a guide we can arrange as extra