Herculaneum Audio Guide
Explore Herculaneum with Stanza's GPS-triggered offline audio guide.
About the Tour
An ancient Roman town famously preserved and buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. It is now a prominent archaeological site offering exceptional insights into daily Roman life.
What you will hear
Boat Exhibition
Start your journey at this modern pavilion housing the remarkably preserved remains of a Roman boat found on the ancient shoreline.
Preservation of Timber
Observe the intricate woodworking of the Roman hull, where the carbonization process has frozen ancient shipwright techniques and tool marks in time.
The Fornici and the Ancient Beach
Descend to the ancient shoreline where the most poignant discovery of Herculaneum was made: the skeletal remains of over 300 people who sought refuge in these seaside vaults.
The Fornici on the Ancient Beach (With the Casts of the Skeletons)
These arched brick vaults at the ancient shoreline were originally used for storage but became a site of refuge during the city's final hours.
House of the Wooden Partition
This house contains one of the most famous archaeological finds in Herculaneum: a perfectly carbonized wooden sliding door that still stands in its original place.
Sliding Doors of the Past
Examine the fine details of this ancient wooden screen, from the recessed panels to the bronze knockers that allowed for privacy in a Roman home.
The Carbonized Bed
This charred wooden frame is a rare survivor from antiquity, offering a glimpse into the private living quarters and furniture of a Roman household.
House of Neptune and Amphitrite
Home to the most famous mosaic in Herculaneum, this house belonged to a wealthy merchant and includes a perfectly preserved shop at the front.
House of Neptune and Amphitrite
Belonging to a wealthy merchant, this home is famous for its stunning vistas and its remarkably preserved shop that opens directly onto the street.
Want to hear the rest?
Download the Stanza app to unlock all 43 stops and full GPS-guided navigation.
Get the App