Why is Herculaneum better than Pompeii?

Second, the buildings in Herculaneum are far better preserved. Even today, the frescoes on the walls display vibrant colours and the mosaics gleam as though freshly tiled. The city lived near to Mount Vesuvius, and the 25m deep layer of volcanic ash that fell vacuum sealed the city, ensuring spectacular preservation.



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Herculaneum was buried under volcanic ash and pumice in the Eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Reference no. Like the nearby city of Pompeii, Herculaneum is famous as one of the few ancient cities to be preserved nearly intact, as the ash that blanketed the town protected it against looting and the elements.

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Herculaneum History, traditions and daily life Visitors can book guided tours. Toilets are available. Entirely or partially accessible to people with disabilities and other challenged persons.

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Otherwise, you can follow the walkway that encircles the perimeter of the site with a stroller or pushchair, viewing the ruins from above. Older children enjoy visiting the MAV (Virtual Archaeological Museum), located a short walk from the entrance to the Herculaneum Archaeological Park.

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We both strongly recommend doing Pompeii before Vesuvius for several reasons, but it is absolutely possible to do them the other way round; just follow these steps in reverse and keep a keen eye on timetables.

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