Herculaneum is another Roman city destroyed by Vesuvius in 79 AD, but better preserved than Pompeii because it was buried under hot pyroclastic flows rather than ash. Wood, fabrics, and food survived here. Smaller than Pompeii but more intimate, it reveals amazing details about daily Roman life.
First Sunday of month free. Book via CoopCulture. Less crowded than Pompeii.
Combine with Pompeii for a full day. Morning for cooler temperatures. Allow 2-3 hours for thorough visit.
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Both! Herculaneum smaller (2-3 hrs) but better preserved. Pompeii larger (4-6 hrs) with more public buildings. Ideal: Pompeii morning, Herculaneum afternoon.
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