On May 23, the Boat Pavilion and the Antiquarium will be open from 8:00 PM to midnight, offering a special evening opening with scientific insights into the collections. The evening will also feature a dramatized reading on the life of Hercules and his second labor, the slaying of the Lernaean Hydra, performed by children from…
In its final stages, the eighth edition of Close-up Cantieri, the initiative of the Herculaneum Archaeological Park that takes the public to the places of conservation, exceptionally opening the excavation, restoration, and maintenance areas of the ancient Vesuvian city with the last meetings on May 14 and 21. Un appuntamento ormai atteso e consolidato che,…
On May 8 and 15, the Herculaneum Archaeological Park opens its doors to a themed visit for families dedicated to the labors of the legendary hero. A step-by-step route through the most evocative places of the site, from the Headquarters of the Augustales to the Antiquarium. There is a hero who has…
A May packed with events at the Herculaneum Archaeological Park: the final installment of “Food Places,” openings for Labor Day and Sunday at the Museum, and new themed tours dedicated to the myth of Hercules for families and children. A program designed for a variety of audiences, confirming the Park’s role as a vibrant and…
On the occasion of Liberation Day, the Herculaneum Archaeological Park opens its doors to all visitors with free admission. On April 25th, the site will be open during its usual opening hours (8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. – last admission at 6:00 p.m.), offering residents and tourists the opportunity to experience one of the Vesuvius…
The Herculaneum Archaeological Park is pleased to announce the opening of the site during the Easter holidays, offering the public the opportunity to enjoy a unique experience of history, culture, and timeless beauty in one of the most extraordinary places in the world, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On Sunday, April 5th,…
Inclusion, technology, and hospitality at the Herculaneum Archaeological Park On the occasion of World Autism Awareness Day, April 2, 2026, the Ercolano Archaeological Park renews its commitment to making cultural heritage a place truly open to all, with a special day dedicated to the participation of children with neurodevelopmental disorders, particularly autism.The initiative is part…
The new series of participatory workshops “What’s Above” kicks off at the end of February and will run throughout March, concluding in early April. This new initiative aims to introduce younger residents to Ercolano’s cultural heritage and equip them with the tools to become future protagonists in safeguarding and enhancing its cultural and natural…
An initiative to enhance skills, processes, and opportunities in the world of construction sites and land transformation. The Herculaneum Archaeological Park is once again hosting Close-up Cantieri, the project that opens its restoration and maintenance areas to the public, offering a firsthand and privileged glimpse into the daily work of protecting and enhancing the archaeological…
A journey through the flavors, shops, and cuisines of the ancient Roman city. Take part in the themed itineraries offered by the Park. What did daily life in ancient Herculaneum taste like?What smells came from the shops, the bakeries, the domestic kitchens? The Archaeological Park of Herculaneum invites the public to discover it with “Food…
