THE PERFECT DAY TRIP COMBO : VESUVIUS (2 h) + HERCULANEUM (2/3h)
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TIP : I suggest a trip up to the crater at the peak of Mt. Vesuvius early in the morning before visiting the archaeological herculaneum ruins. Wear sturdy shoes and clothes suitable for a short hike up the trail (bag with food + water) .
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HERCULANEUM OPENING HOURS
- March 16 to May 4: 9:30 am - 7:30 pm (last entry at 6 pm)
- May 5 to October 14: 8:30 am - 7:30 pm (last entry 6 pm)
- October 15 to March 15: 8:30 am - 5 pm (last entry 3:30 pm)
- Closed: January 1, December 25
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HOW TO GET TO HERCULANEUM FROM NAPLES TRAIN STATION (tot 40/50 min.) tap in /tap out or paper ticket on the spot (ticket machine or ticket offices)
BY TRAIN : FROM GARIBALDI STAZIONE CENTRALE /Take the
CIRCUMVESUVIANA TRAIN towards SORRENTO / get off at ERCOLANO SCAVI
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HERCULANEUM TICKET ( better on the spot)
Tickets can be purchased at the ticket offices at the entrance ( not crowded) or through the online ticket office (no need, better on the spot) . Do not purchase tours or tickets from street vendors who may approach you at the Circumvesuviana train station!
- Ordinary ticket 2024 : €16. Under 18: free. Young people between 18 and 25 years of age: €2.
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THE RUINS OF HERCULANEUM (PROS)
- It's a small town that was a resort destination in ancient times, and can be visited in less that two hours.
- There are multi-story houses, wooden furnishings and decorations, and perfectly preserved mosaics and sculptures to admire.
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VESUVIUS OPENING HOURS
- Visiting the Crater on Mount Vesuvius
January, February, November, December - daily from 9am to 3pm
- March and October - daily from 9am to 4pm
- April, May, June, September - daily from 9am to 5pm
- July and August - daily from 9am to 6pm
- Barring inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, the trail to the crater is open all year round, including Sundays and holidays.
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HOW TO GET FROM HERCULANEUM TO MT. VESUVIUS
Vesuvio Express bus: This bus departs from the Circumvesuviana station 'Ercolano' and reaches 1,050 meters above sea level. From here you proceed on foot with a mountain guide, walking for about 20 minutes.
Departures every 40 minutes, starting at 9:30 am.
Tickets: €20 (includes bus + entrance to Mt. Vesuvius National Park)
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VESUVIUS TICKET
- Visiting the Crater on Mount Vesuvius -
- Wehere to buy : https://vesuviopark.vivaticket.it/
- Ticket price - 2024
- EUR 10: adults
- EUR 8: students
- Free: children shorter than 120 centimeters; disabled and companion
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ABOUT HERCULANEUM + HERCULANEUM ITINERARY
- As opposed to Pompeii, it's possible to visit all of Herculaneum in just a few hours (2 max 3 h). The archaeological park is ideal stop for those who have limited time but want to experience the thrill of walking in the footsteps of the ancient Romans!
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Herculaneum has been preserved like no other site in the world, not even nearby Pompeii. The city was buried beneath 16 meters of ash and mud during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, and this layer of detritus saved two-story domus homes with the internal architecture and décor intact, including features in wood and marble, decorations, jewelry, and even organic remains like food, providing a unique view into the daily lives of the ancient population of Herculaneum.
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Follow this itinerary to see the most important buildings in the site in 2-3 hours.
In addition to an itinerary, i suggest the top sights to see along the route on this post, which are marked with the same numbers as the official map provided free of charge at the entrance to the ruins.
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- HERCULANEUM 2/3 HOURS ITINERARY "MUST SEE"
House of Argus (40)
House of the Skeleton (42)
Thermopolium (38)
Men's Baths (26)
Double Atrium House (25)
Hall of the Augustals (24)
House of the Beautiful Courtyard (28)
House of Neptune and Amphitrite (29)
Women's Baths (27)
Samnite House (31)
House of the Wooden Partition (36)
Large Taberna (10)
House of Relief of Telephus (7)
House of the Deers (8)
Terrace of M. Nonius Balbus (2)
Fornici (1)
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- A BRIEF HISOTRY OF HERCULANEUM
Herculaneum is named for the mythical Greek god, Hercules, who, according the legend told by Dionysius of Halicarnassus, founded the city in 1243 BC. Historic analysis, however, suggests that the city was founded by the Oscans or the Etruscans in the 7th century BC , conquered by the Samnites in the 5th century BC. In 90 BC the city was dominated by Rome and transformed into a municipium. In the final years of the Roman Republic, Herculaneum reached the height of its splendor thanks to its coastal location, clean air, and mild climate, making it a popular resort town for many of Rome's patrician families. The city was vibrant and densely populated when the earthquake struck in 62 AD, causing serious damage; work to rebuild the city was still going on when the tragic eruption of Mount Vesuvius happened in 79 AD.
The cloud of toxic gases from the eruption wiped out the inhabitants, while the entire city was literally sealed under a flow of ash and volcanic rock 16 meters deep that solidified, preserving almost perfectly intact organic remains like fabric, food, vegetation, and wooden structures.
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The discovery of the ruins at Herculaneum was a by chance : while a well was being dug in 1707 by order of Emmanuel Maurice, Prince of Lorraine, a number of marble fragments and statues that once decorated the ancient theater of Herculaneum were unearthed. In 1738, work began again under Charles III of Bourbon led by the Spanish military engineer De Alcubierre. In 1755, after a number of important discoveries were made, the Accademia Ercolanense was established, and was active until 1792. Excavations were suspended a number of times over the years until 1927, when the site began to explored in a more systematic way. Important artifacts were unearthed in the 1980s, along with sites like the Temple of Venus, the baths, and the ancient Greek port where the inhabitants tried to find refuge in 79 AD. The site has been home to intense excavation since 2000, especially around the Villa of the Papyrus and the library.
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- VISITING THE HERCULANEUM ARCHEOLOGICAL PARK WITH KIDS
Visiting the Herculaneum Archaeological Park with small children can be difficult as the site's ancient Roman roads and sidewalks are not easy to navigate with strollers and pushchairs. We suggest using an infant carrier or backpack for children who are too young to walk, and leaving any wheeled strollers at the free bag check area at the entrance. Otherwise, you can follow the walkway that encircles the perimeter of the site with a stroller or pushchair, viewing the ruins from above.
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THE MAV MUSEUM (virtual Archeological Museum)
Older children enjoy visiting the MAV (Virtual Archaeological Museum), located a short walk from the entrance to the Herculaneum Archaeological Park.
This museum has a virtual, interactive exhibition that recreates ancient Herculaneum as it was before the violent eruption in 79 AD that destroyed the city. There are 70 multimedia displays with reconstructions, installations, and holograms that illustrate the Herculaneum, Pompeii, Stabia, Baia, and Capri ruins in an entertaining and engaging way.
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- WHERE TO EAT
There are no picnic areas or restaurants/cafés inside the Herculaneum Archaeological Park. Before entering, there is a small snack bar next to the book shop where you can purchase beverages and snacks.
To eat nearby, you can walk to a number of restaurants and cafés in the immediate area for either a sit-down meal or take-away.
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- MOUNT VESUVIUS
Mount Vesuvius is one of only two active volcanos in Continental Europe and stands about 1281 meters tall, with a symmetrical central cone and steep wooden slopes. The whole of the Mount Vesuvius National Park is both beautiful and productive, dotted with small farms and vineyard . Visiting the crater is a must, and tourists from across the globe climb the path each year to peer into its depths.
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The curious have been climbing the slopes of Mount Vesuvius since the 1600s, as the crater was considered one of the more "exotic" stops on the Grand Tour, attracting tourists from northern Europe who had never seen a volcano.
Between the 18th and 19th centuries, the ruins of Pompeii were discovered by chance, and a trip to Pompeii-Vesuvius became a cultural attraction, as well. Many travellers who were drawn to the unearthed city also wanted to see the volcano that had destroyed it, and excursions up the mountainside were a huge tuourist attraction .
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From the 18th century to today, hiking up Mount Vesuvius is one of the most popular activities in the area; the Volcanological Observatory, founded in 1841, and the official Mountain Guide Association, founded in 1855, have expert guides able to accompany tourists up the final stretch of the mountain trail.
Still today, the most popular route among visitors is the trail up the highest reaches of the cone to the edge of the crater, a stretch that is not particularly difficult, can be done by anyone, and does not require hiking experience.
The trail is about 4 km up and back, with a change in altitude of about 140 meters and an average slope of 14%; the trail reaches 1,170 meters above sea level.
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There are buses and shuttles that climb the lower slope of Mount Vesuvius, stopping at the ticket office at 1,050 meters above sea level. The trail begins here, offering views of the Vesuvius park overlooking the Tirone Reserve, the Bay of Naples, and the Campanian Plain. About halfway up the trail you can begin to see Punta Nasone and, on the opposite side, Cognoli di Ottaviano towering over the Valle dell’Inferno. Continue along the broom-lined route to the short climb under maritime pines and birch trees to the Forest Service Post. Pass up to the crater edge with its breathtaking view over the entire Bay of Naples, Pompeii ruins, and Apennine mountains of Molise and Abruzzo.
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