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Herculaneum Archaeological Site

The Herculaneum Archaeological Site is an ancient Roman city buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, even better preserved than Pompeii. It features exquisite mosaics, frescoes, and everyday objects that offer a vivid glimpse int

Roman Theatre of Herculaneum

The Roman Theatre of Herculaneum is a 1st-century AD ancient Roman theatre buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Excavations have revealed an exceptionally well-preserved structure, including seating, stage, and backstage areas

Roman Theatre of Herculaneum

The Roman Theatre of Herculaneum is a 1st-century AD ancient Roman theatre located in the archaeological site of Herculaneum. It could seat approximately 2,500 spectators and still retains its original stage and seating arrangements. Visito

"Le scalpelline"

"Le scalpelline" is a poignant historical site in Barra dedicated to the memory of the stonecutters who shaped the region's architectural heritage. This understated monument pays tribute to their craftsmanship and labor, often overlooked ye

Ancient Beach of Herculaneum

Step back in time at the preserved shoreline of Herculaneum, where volcanic ash locked the Roman past in a moment of sudden stillness. Walk along the black sand beach, once a bustling hub of daily life, now a hauntingly beautiful archaeolog

Ancient Beach of Herculaneum

The Ancient Beach of Herculaneum is the original shoreline buried by volcanic ash and pyroclastic flows during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Excavations have revealed the remains of fleeing victims and traces of ancient boats. It

Antica spiaggia di Herculaneum

The ancient beach of Herculaneum is a hauntingly evocative site where the city met the sea before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Excavations have revealed skeletal remains of residents who sought refuge here, offering a poignant g

Antiquarium di Ercolano

The Antiquarium serves as the archaeological museum for the ancient city of Herculaneum, displaying a stunning collection of frescoes, mosaics, and everyday objects recovered from the buried ruins. The exhibits are arranged thematically, il

Antiquarium of Herculaneum

This intimate museum houses a remarkable collection of artifacts unearthed from the ancient Roman city of Herculaneum, buried by Vesuvius in 79 AD. Frescoes, mosaics, and everyday objects are displayed with elegant clarity, offering a vivid

Ara di Marco Nonio Balbo

The Ara di Marco Nonio Balbo is an ancient Roman altar located in Barra, a remarkable relic from the 1st century BC. Dedicated to a prominent Roman official, this marble structure features intricate carvings that offer a glimpse into the re

Arch of Access to the Forum

This monumental arch once marked the grand entrance to the Roman forum of Herculaneum, a bustling center of civic life. Though partially ruined, its sturdy stone structure still conveys the authority and architectural ambition of the Roman

Arco de acceso al Foro

This monumental arch once served as the grand entrance to the forum of ancient Herculaneum, the civic and commercial heart of the city. Though partially damaged by the volcanic eruption, its sturdy brick and stone structure still conveys th

Bakery of Patulcius Felix no. 8

The Bakery of Patulcius Felix no. 8 offers a fascinating look into Roman food production, with its massive stone mills and a brick oven still intact. Donkeys once turned the grinding stones, and the warm smell of bread must have filled this

Bar

This ancient Roman 'bar' or thermopolium was a fast-food counter serving hot food and drinks to the citizens of Barra. The masonry counter is embedded with dolia (large clay jars) that once held legumes, grains, and wine. Vibrant frescoes o

Boat Exhibition

This specialized museum celebrates the maritime heritage of the Gulf of Naples, featuring a stunning array of historic boats and ship models. From ancient Roman replicas to elegant 20th-century yachts, each vessel tells a story of seafaring

Bottega del soppalco carbonizzato

Translated as 'Shop of the Carbonized Loft,' this ancient commercial space retains its original wooden mezzanine, charred but intact from the volcanic eruption. The shop likely sold food or household goods, with storage jars and counters st

Casa del Genio

Casa del Genio, or 'House of the Genius,' is named for a fresco depicting a protective spirit (genius) of the household. This intimate dwelling is adorned with vibrant, well-preserved frescoes that offer insight into Roman domestic religion

Central Baths

The Central Baths of Barra were a vital social hub, where citizens gathered to bathe, exercise, and conduct business in a setting of architectural splendor. The complex includes a frigidarium with a cold plunge pool, a tepidarium for gradua

College of the Augustales

The College of the Augustales is an ancient Roman religious and social institution located in the Barra area, dedicated to the worship of the emperor Augustus. Its ruins reveal a fascinating layout with a central courtyard, marble altars, a

Dye-shop no. 11

Step into the ancient world of color at Dye-shop no. 11, a remarkably preserved workshop in the archaeological heart of Barra. The stone vats and channels still hint at the vibrant reds and purples once produced here using local mollusks an

Dye-shop no. 5

Dye-shop no. 5 is another well-preserved color workshop, specializing in the precious Tyrian purple extracted from sea snails. The lead-lined vats and channels for heating and mixing dyes reveal a sophisticated chemical understanding. This

Garden of the House of the Relief of Telephus

This is the archaeological garden of a Roman house named after a famous marble relief depicting the myth of Telephus. The garden offers a serene glimpse into the layout of a wealthy ancient Roman domus, with remnants of columns and foundati

Giardino della casa del rilievo di Telefo

This serene garden is part of the House of the Relief of Telephus, one of the most luxurious residences in ancient Herculaneum. The open courtyard, once shaded by porticoes, features remnants of marble fountains and elegant planting beds th

Herculaneum

Herculaneum, an ancient Roman town buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, offers an exceptionally preserved glimpse into daily life. Unlike Pompeii, the volcanic mud that engulfed it carbonized organic materials, preserving wood

House of Apollo the Lyre-player

House of Argus

House of Aristides

House of Galba

House of Granianus

House of Neptune and Amphitrite

House of Wattlework

House of the Alcove

House of the Beautiful Courtyard

House of the Bicentenary

House of the Black Salon

House of the Bronze Herm

House of the Corinthian Atrium

House of the Fabric

House of the Gem

House of the Grand Portal

House of the Hotel

House of the Loom

House of the Mosaic Atrium

House of the Painted Papyrus

House of the Skeleton

House of the Stags

House of the Telephus Relief

House of the Tuscan Colonnade

House of the Two Atria

House of the Wooden Furniture

House of the Wooden Screen

House of the Wooden Shrine

House with Garden

In memoria di Salvatore Barbaro

MAV Museo Archeologico Virtuale di Ercolano

Mosaic of Neptune and Amphitrite

Mosaico di Nettuno e Anfitrite

Palaestra

Palazzo Abbandonato

Palazzo Abbandonato

Pietrarsa Archaeological Site Bar

Sacred Space

Samnite House

Scavi di Ercolano

Sedime ex Ferrovia Vesuviana

Shop (Ancient Roman Taberna)

Shop and Dwelling

Shop and dwelling

Shop no. 13

Shop of the gem-cutter no. 10

Shop with Apartment of Cominius

Site of the Former Vesuvian Railway

Statue Base

Statue Base

Statue Base

Suburban Baths

Teatro romano di Ercolano

Terrace of Nonius Balbus

Upper Aula

Villa Campolieto

Villa dei Papiri

Wineshop of Antigonus no. 9

Wineshop of Livius Alcimus no. 6

Workshops and Bakery of Sextus Patulcius Felix

Workshops and Bakery of Sextus Patulcius Felix

Casa dei Cinque Scheletri

Menhir 'Titolo'

Necropolis of Porta Ercolano