About this experience
The eruption of Vesuvius completely engulfed several Roman cities: Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Stabiae. Thanks to the discoveries of archaeologists, we can reconstruct the picture of life 2000 years ago. You will see frescoes, statues, mosaics, and everyday objects found during excavations. As well as artifacts from other ancient civilizations: Egyptian and Greek. I will help you decipher them!
What to Expect
Art of Past Centuries
We will explore the exquisite collection of ancient bronze statues. Most of them were found at the Villa of the Papyri. You will see the marble 'Farnese Bull,' Hercules with the apples from the Hesperides gardens, and the famous 'Doryphoros' - the epitome of perfect proportions. You will also admire the fresco 'The Diver' from Paestum and the renowned mosaic 'Battle of Alexander the Great with Darius' from the House of the Faun in Pompeii.
Everyday Life in Antiquity
The museum is also remarkable for its collection of ancient everyday objects. You will see ancient coins, surgeons' tools, jewelry, ancient cosmetic sets, musical instruments, and the world's largest collection of ancient silverware. We will also visit the 'Secret Cabinet,' which is considered the highlight of the museum. It contains exhibits revealing the Romans' attitude towards eroticism and sex.
Organizational Details
Entrance tickets to the museum are paid separately - 22 euros per person, children under 18 enter for free. There is no need to buy a ticket for the guide.
