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Private Walking Tour through the Historical City of Herculaneum
Product code 267363P8
From
From EUR 85
Dates
Available from Apr 1, 2022
Start times
2:30 PM, 1:30 PM, 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 9:30 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-1, Adult ages 2-100
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Private Walking Tour through the Historical City of Herculaneum
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Duration
2 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian, French
Confirmation
Manual
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Europe/Rome
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From EUR 85
Private Walking Tour through the Historical City of Herculaneum





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Duration
2 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Italian, French
Confirmation
Manual
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Europe/Rome
Why Travelers Love This
Choose to relive the history of the elegant city of Herculaneum with our Guide expert in archaeology! The tour begins with a panoramic view of the entire archaeological park. Entering the city everything will be a step back in time, among refined details of Roman dwellings, shops and spas. The more than 20 meters of volcanic material have preserved in a sensational way the charred wood of doors, windows, beams, beds. We will reach the ancient beach, where about 300 fleeing people died and whose skeletons we see today. This tour is particularly suitable for those who want to have a quick overview of a well-preserved Roman city, for those with mobility difficulties, for families and for lovers of Roman antiquities.
Overview
Choose to relive the history of the elegant city of Herculaneum with our Guide expert in archaeology! The tour begins with a panoramic view of the entire archaeological park. Entering the city everything will be a step back in time, among refined details of Roman dwellings, shops and spas. The more than 20 meters of volcanic material have preserved in a sensational way the charred wood of doors, windows, beams, beds. We will reach the ancient beach, where about 300 fleeing people died and whose skeletons we see today. This tour is particularly suitable for those who want to have a quick overview of a well-preserved Roman city, for those with mobility difficulties, for families and for lovers of Roman antiquities.
What's Included
Included
Taxes
Licensed tour Guide expert in archaeology
Private Tour
Not included
Gratuities
Archaeological Park of Herculaneum
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
We will meet our customers at the ticket office of the Herculaneum Archaeological Park, our guide will be holding a sign with the visitor's name and surname. For travelers who reach the site with the Circumvesuviana train, it is sufficient to go downhill to the end of via 4 Novembre
End point
We will meet our customers at the ticket office of the Herculaneum Archaeological Park, our guide will be holding a sign with the visitor's name and surname. For travelers who reach the site with the Circumvesuviana train, it is sufficient to go downhill to the end of via 4 Novembre
Itinerary
Pass by stop 1
Pass by stop 1
Excavations have unearthed only part of the ancient city, so much of the ancient Herculaneum still remains buried underground. Currently, most of the archaeological park that can be visited is made up of private homes of the imperial age of different types. Entrance ticket to the Archaeological Park of Herculaneum (16€ - free under 18 with document)
Stop 2
15 minutesAdmission included
Stop 2
The typical Roman thermal system of Herculaneum is very well preserved and allows us to see the gym, the changing room and the rooms intended for warm and warm baths.
Stop 3
15 minutesAdmission included
Stop 3
We will visit one of the best preserved houses in Herculaneum, famous for its charred wood furniture
Stop 4
15 minutesAdmission included
Stop 4
Among the symbolic houses of Herculaneum, the one of Neptune and Amphitrite stands out as it contains one of the most beautiful mosaics of the Vesuvian sites
Stop 5
10 minutesAdmission included
Stop 5
The renowned deer house was located in a spectacular panoramic position between the Gulf of Naples and Capri, it is full of wonderful polychrome marble.
Stop 6
10 minutesAdmission included
Stop 6
Among the oldest houses in Herculaneum, the Samnite house is famous for its pictorial decoration in the first Pompeian style.
Stop 7
15 minutesAdmission included
Stop 7
Outside the archaeological area, in a small museum you can admire the ancient charred Roman boat and other wonderful finds
Stop 8
15 minutesAdmission included
Stop 8
We will visit one of the few public temples excavated that can be visited with wonderful mythological frescoes.
Stop 9
10 minutesAdmission included
Stop 9
The house of the black hall, which overlooks the main street of Herculaneum reflects the Vitruvian model and is interesting for the state of conservation of its frescoes
Stop 10
15 minutesAdmission included
Stop 10
At the customer's discretion it is possible to visit the permanent and temporary exhibitions of the museum with unique finds such as jewelry, everyday objects and charred wood furnishings.
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation Wheelchair Accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
We recommend: sunglasses, hat, shoes and comfortable clothing
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
Review Summary
5.0
52 reviews
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