How long does a visit to the Herculaneum excavations last?
A visit to the Herculaneum Excavations lasts approximately 2 to 3 hours.
What are the closing days of the Archaeological Excavations?
The Herculaneum excavations are closed every Wednesday, 25 December and 1 January.
What are the opening hours of the Herculaneum excavations?
The opening hours of the excavations of Herculaneum are divided into summer and winter opening hours: summer opening hours begin on March 16th and end on October 14th: from 8.30 am to 7.30 pm (last entrance 6.00 pm; the archaeological area must be left by 7.00 pm). Winter opening hours begin on October 15th and end on March 15th: from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm (last entrance 3.30 pm; the archaeological area must be left by 4.40 pm)
Where can I park to visit the excavations?
It is possible to park near the entrance to the Herculaneum excavations in the car park managed by the municipality in Via dei Papiri Ercolanesi, which charges an hourly rate of €2.00/hour for cars and motorbikes, €5.00/hour for camper vans and minivans up to 9 seats.
You can also park in the areas surrounding the excavations or in private car parks or municipal parking areas
Can animals enter the Herculaneum excavations?
It is only possible to enter the Archaeological Park with small animals such as poodles, yorkshires, dachshunds, pinschers, jack russels, as long as they are held inside the buildings and are provided with a leash and muzzle.
As far as large dogs are concerned, exceptions are only permitted for guide dogs used to assist the disabled. In this case, they are required to show proof of disability.
Dogs are, however, not permitted on the premises of the Antiquarium, home to the exhibition ‘Splendours. Luxury in ornaments at Herculaneum’.
Can animals be fed?
It is forbidden to feed animals, and to introduce and abandon animals of any kind. Please do not approach any unattended animals in the area.
Is there a left-luggage office in the Herculaneum excavations?
Yes, there is a luggage deposit at the entrance to the Herculaneum excavations and it is free of charge.
Can you take luggage inside the Archaeological Park?
Of what size? Yes, you can take luggage inside the Herculaneum excavations as long as it does not exceed the dimensions of 35x30x15 cm.
Is there a refreshment point?
There is no refreshment point inside the archaeological site, but there is a vending machine service near the bridge at the entrance to the city
Is it possible to buy the ticket for the Herculaneum excavations online?
Yes, the ticket can be purchased from the site of the authorised ticketone retailer, paying a fee of €1.50 where applicable
How much does the entrance ticket to the excavations cost?
The entrance ticket to the excavations of Herculaneum costs €13. 2€ for citizens between 18 and 25 years old belonging to the European Community.
It is free for minors, disabled people and their accompanying person, teachers and other categories, for all information see: ENTRANCE FACILITIES
Are there cumulative tickets for Pompeii, Herculaneum, Oplonti?
No, you have to buy single tickets at the individual ticket offices, or use online tickets
Can I enter the excavations with a pushchair?
The presence of cobblestones in the excavations makes it difficult to use a pram, so we recommend using a baby carrier when visiting the Archaeological Park. The pram can be left at the entrance to the site at the baggage room, free of charge.
Is it possible to visit the Herculaneum excavations with disabled visitors?
Inside the site there is a footbridge that goes all around the Archaeological Park, through which disabled people can see the excavations from above. It is necessary to contact the security staff at the entrance, so that access to the archaeological area can be arranged for disabled persons through the ramp on the III cardo.
Is it allowed to take photos or video footage inside the Park?
Photography or video filming is only permitted for private use and without flash. Tripods are only permitted if authorised by the Superintendency. Can cameras, microphones, sound mixers, etc.
be used for commercial or professional purposes inside the Herculaneum excavations?
To take photographs and video footage for commercial and professional purposes with cameras, microphones, etc. requires formal authorisation from the Administration.
Is it possible to use drones (Remotely Piloted Aircraft System – SAPR)?
Use of drones is only permitted with appropriate authorisation Is it possible to consume food inside the archaeological area?
Food may only be consumed in specially designated places, it is forbidden in all other places
Is it possible to smoke in the Herculaneum excavations?
You may smoke only in the permitted places, while it is forbidden to smoke outside these spaces.
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