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Guided Tours
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Naples National Archaeological Museum Guided Tour with an Archaeologist
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€44
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2 hr.
Don't wait in line or let curiosity go unanswered! Skip the lines with an archaeologist guide at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.
Wander the rooms and corridors as an expert unravels the ingenuity of ancient Greek and Roman sculptures, frescoes, and artifacts.
Admire the grand marble statues and antique goods of the Farnese collection with no disturbance in a small group.
Stand in awe of the mosaic of Alexander the Great and see silvers from the house of Menandro.
Don't wait in line or let curiosity go unanswered! Skip the lines with an archaeologist guide at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.
Wander the rooms and corridors as an expert unravels the ingenuity of ancient Greek and Roman sculptures, frescoes, and artifacts.
Admire the grand marble statues and antique goods of the Farnese collection with no disturbance in a small group.
Stand in awe of the mosaic of Alexander the Great and see silvers from the house of Menandro.
Inclusions
Guided tour of the Naples National Archaeological Museum with entry
Expert English or Italian-speaking guide
Small group of 20
Headsets
Exclusions
Audio guide
Food and drinks
Tip: Stop by the MANNCaffè for a tasty break! Try a pastry-based breakfast in the morning or a healthy lunch in the afternoon, on your own dime.
This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Use the western entrance for easy access.
Facilities: lockers, cloak room and free Wi-Fi.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Tickets
4.3(2.6K)
Naples National Archaeological Museum Skip-the-Line Tickets
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€25
Mobile ticket
Flexible duration
Discover exquisite excavations from ancient Italy with skip-the-line access to the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.
The numismatic collection offers a glimpse into the evolution of currency – from wax tablets to jewels and coins.
Inspect objects from daily life in the Vesuvian era, like bowls and mosaics, with numerous relics from Pompeii and Herculaneum on display.
You can't miss the antiques from Egyptian civilization. Admire collections of sarcophagi, amulets, and heiroglyphics!
Discover exquisite excavations from ancient Italy with skip-the-line access to the National Archaeological Museum of Naples.
The numismatic collection offers a glimpse into the evolution of currency – from wax tablets to jewels and coins.
Inspect objects from daily life in the Vesuvian era, like bowls and mosaics, with numerous relics from Pompeii and Herculaneum on display.
You can't miss the antiques from Egyptian civilization. Admire collections of sarcophagi, amulets, and heiroglyphics!
Inclusions
Skip-the-line entry to Naples National Archaeological Museum
Exclusions
Live guide/audio guide
Food and drinks
Tip: Want to see a NSFW collection that unearths the ancient eroticism in Pompeii and Herculaneum? Head to the Secret Room on the first floor!
This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Use the western entrance for easy access.
Facilities: lockers, cloak room and free Wi-Fi.
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Private Tours
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Naples National Archaeological Museum Private Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry
from €290
€261
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Free cancellation
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Mobile ticket
2 hr.
Guided tour
Unravel the mysteries of antiquity on this private tour as you explore the ornate walls of the museum with an expert archaeologist guide.
Skip the queues and be immersed in the history of the Farnese Collection - one the most expansive collections of artifacts in Europe dating back to 100 BC.
Feast your eyes on timeless masterpieces like the Farnese Bull - an imposing statue carved entirely out of marble and weighing almost 22 tonnes!
The Secret Chamber is no secret anymore! View a massive collection of over 250 sexually-themed objects deemed too inappropriate for much of its existence.
Let your guide take you on an archaeological journey in 5 language choices based on your convenience (French, Spanish, English, German, or Italian).
Unravel the mysteries of antiquity on this private tour as you explore the ornate walls of the museum with an expert archaeologist guide.
Skip the queues and be immersed in the history of the Farnese Collection - one the most expansive collections of artifacts in Europe dating back to 100 BC.
Feast your eyes on timeless masterpieces like the Farnese Bull - an imposing statue carved entirely out of marble and weighing almost 22 tonnes!
The Secret Chamber is no secret anymore! View a massive collection of over 250 sexually-themed objects deemed too inappropriate for much of its existence.
Let your guide take you on an archaeological journey in 5 language choices based on your convenience (French, Spanish, English, German, or Italian).
Inclusions
2-hour private guided tour of the Naples National Archaeological Museum
Expert French, Spanish, English, German, or Italian-speaking archaeologist guide
Skip-the-line entry
Exclusions
Egyptian Section
Temporary or special exhibitions
Tip: If you’re a sports fan, you must see the Bronze Runners! These runners would have been a familiar sight during the Panhellenic Games dating back to 776 BC!
The museum is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Companion animals are allowed, provided they can be carried or fit in a handbag.
Choose a guide in 5 different language options: French, Spanish, English, German, and Italian.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combos
4.2(3.5K)
Combo (Save 5%): Naples Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + National Archaeological Museum Tickets
from €51
€48.45
5% off
Mobile ticket
Audio guide
Savor the UNESCO sites of Naples on a 24-hour hop-on hop-off tour, then get skip-the-line entry to the National Archaeological Museum with this handy combo.
Uncover Naples' medieval architecture and its ties to Margherita pizza on a bus tour across 20 stops, with a 20-30 minute frequency and unlimited hops.
After hopping off your open-top bus with WiFi and commentary, soak in Largo Castello’s medieval beauty, then witness San Gennaro's Catacombs.
Bypass the queues to uncover Naples' National Archaeological Museum's trove of Greek, Roman, and Renaissance artifacts, each with a tale to tell.
Dive into the museum's dazzling mosaics, ancient frescoes, Temple of Isis statues, and the intriguing papyrus rolls from the Villa Dei Papiri.
Savor the UNESCO sites of Naples on a 24-hour hop-on hop-off tour, then get skip-the-line entry to the National Archaeological Museum with this handy combo.
Uncover Naples' medieval architecture and its ties to Margherita pizza on a bus tour across 20 stops, with a 20-30 minute frequency and unlimited hops.
After hopping off your open-top bus with WiFi and commentary, soak in Largo Castello’s medieval beauty, then witness San Gennaro's Catacombs.
Bypass the queues to uncover Naples' National Archaeological Museum's trove of Greek, Roman, and Renaissance artifacts, each with a tale to tell.
Dive into the museum's dazzling mosaics, ancient frescoes, Temple of Isis statues, and the intriguing papyrus rolls from the Villa Dei Papiri.
Inclusions
Naples HOHO
24-hour unlimited hop-on-hop-off pass
Access to Red & Blue routes
Audio guide in Italian, English, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Russian & Japanese
Free WiFi
Onboard assistance
Assistance at the ticket office
Sightseeing Experience app
National Archaeological Museum
Skip-the-line entry to the Naples National Archaeological Museum
Naples HOHO
Please click here for the detailed route map and schedule.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Red line
First bus: 9:30am from Largo Castello
Last bus: 5:10pm from Largo Castello
Frequency: every 20 mins
Popular stops: Dante Square, Bellini Archaeological Museum
Blue line
First bus: 9:45am from Largo Castello
Last bus: 5:15pm from Largo Castello
Frequency: every 30 mins
Popular stops: Capo Posillipo, Mergellina
Naples HOHO
This experience is wheelchair accessible but has only one dedicated space. The wheelchair will be allowed onboard, only if the bus is equipped with a footboard.
Your pets are allowed onboard only if they are non-aggressive, leashed and muzzled, or kept securely inside a pet carrier for everyone’s comfort.
National Archaeological Museum
This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Use the western entrance for easy access.
Facilities: lockers, cloak room, and free WiFi.
Specific details related to National Archaeological Museum's operating hours will be shared in the ticket post-booking.
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combos
4.1(15.4K)
Combo (Save 5%): Naples National Archaeological Museum + Pompeii Tickets
from €47.90
€45.51
5% off
Mobile ticket
With this cost-saving combo, explore the well-preserved Roman ruins at Pompeii and gain entry to Naples National Archaeological Museum.
Discover a collection of erotic artifacts recovered from ancient Roman cities in the museum’s Secret Cabinet at the Naples National Archaeological Museum.
Marvel at artifacts from ancient Egypt, such as mummies, sarcophagi, statues, and a significant collection of papyri, primarily from Herculaneum.
See up close the well-preserved public baths of Pompeii, such as the Stabian Baths, and pay homage at the Temple of Apollo, dedicated to Roman gods.
Explore the theaters of Pompeii, including the Large Theater and the Small Theater, and swing by the Forum where important public meetings were held.
With this cost-saving combo, explore the well-preserved Roman ruins at Pompeii and gain entry to Naples National Archaeological Museum.
Discover a collection of erotic artifacts recovered from ancient Roman cities in the museum’s Secret Cabinet at the Naples National Archaeological Museum.
Marvel at artifacts from ancient Egypt, such as mummies, sarcophagi, statues, and a significant collection of papyri, primarily from Herculaneum.
See up close the well-preserved public baths of Pompeii, such as the Stabian Baths, and pay homage at the Temple of Apollo, dedicated to Roman gods.
Explore the theaters of Pompeii, including the Large Theater and the Small Theater, and swing by the Forum where important public meetings were held.
Inclusions
Naples Archaeological Museum
Entry to Archaeological Museum of Naples
Pompeii
Entry to Pompeii
Naples Archaeological Museum
Tip: Catch the remarkable Alexander Mosaic at Pompeii—epic battle scene between Alexander the Great and Darius III, a 1st-century BC masterpiece!
The museum is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Pompeii
Tip: Stroll through Garden of the Fugitives, where plaster casts of victims caught in the eruption of Mount Vesuvius are on display.
This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combos
4.2(5.7K)
Combo (Save 5%): Herculaneum + Naples National Archaeological Museum Tickets
from €41
€38.95
5% off
Mobile ticket
One cost-saving combo to access both the mighty ruins of Herculaneum and the Naples National Archaeological Museum!
With skip-the-line entry to Herculaneum, explore the Villa of the Papyri, that once housed a significant library of papyrus scrolls.
See the House of the Wooden Partition, showcasing the luxurious lifestyle of Herculaneum's elite residents, and Decumanus Maximus, the main street.
At the Archaeological Museum, find excavated artifacts, like the epigraphic collection which demystifies different language groups in the region!
Gaze at ancient Egyptian relics including mummies, sarcophagi, statues, and a notable assortment of papyri, largely sourced from Herculaneum.
One cost-saving combo to access both the mighty ruins of Herculaneum and the Naples National Archaeological Museum!
With skip-the-line entry to Herculaneum, explore the Villa of the Papyri, that once housed a significant library of papyrus scrolls.
See the House of the Wooden Partition, showcasing the luxurious lifestyle of Herculaneum's elite residents, and Decumanus Maximus, the main street.
At the Archaeological Museum, find excavated artifacts, like the epigraphic collection which demystifies different language groups in the region!
Gaze at ancient Egyptian relics including mummies, sarcophagi, statues, and a notable assortment of papyri, largely sourced from Herculaneum.
Inclusions
Herculaneum
Skip-the-line entry to Herculaneum
Naples National Archaeological Museum
Skip-the-line entry to Naples National Archaeological Museum
Herculaneum
Tip: Capture the Boat Houses near the shoreline, showcasing where ancient Romans stored vessels, providing insight into maritime activities in Herculaneum.
This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Naples National Archaeological Museum
Tip: Catch the remarkable Alexander Mosaic from Pompeii—epic battle scene between Alexander the Great and Darius III, a 1st-century BC masterpiece!
This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Use the western entrance for easy access.
Facilities: lockers, cloak room and free Wi-Fi.
These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
City Cards
2.6(52)
Artecard Napoli: 3 Museums Pass
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€32
Free cancellation
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket
Flexible duration
Visit the sights of Naples without worrying about buying tickets. With this 1 card, gain access to its attractions and transport for 3 days.
Enjoy free entry to any 3 attractions of your choice from the list, and get up to 50% discount for entry to the 4th attraction onwards.
Benefit from free rides on public transportation for the duration of your pass's validity.
Get access to over 40 monuments, museums, and archaeological sites such as the Catacombs, Museum of Capodimonte, Royal Palace of Naples, and many more!
Click here to find the list of attractions, public transport, and discounts available with this card.
Visit the sights of Naples without worrying about buying tickets. With this 1 card, gain access to its attractions and transport for 3 days.
Enjoy free entry to any 3 attractions of your choice from the list, and get up to 50% discount for entry to the 4th attraction onwards.
Benefit from free rides on public transportation for the duration of your pass's validity.
Get access to over 40 monuments, museums, and archaeological sites such as the Catacombs, Museum of Capodimonte, Royal Palace of Naples, and many more!
Click here to find the list of attractions, public transport, and discounts available with this card.
Inclusions
Free entry to the first 3 sites
Up to 50% discount from the 4th site onwards
3 days of unlimited public transport use
Discounts and concessions
Tourist assistance while using the card
Tip: In order to make the best use of this card, plan your itinerary in advance to cover the top attractions.
In order to activate the Card, you must contact the service provider as per the instructions in the voucher you will receive after booking.
The digital pass is available in English and Italian.
Downloading the pass may take up to 10 minutes.
Enter anytime within operating hours 9am to 7pm.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
These tickets are valid for an extended duration. The exact details will be present on the ticket.
City Cards
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Artecard Campania: 2 Museums Pass
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€48
Free cancellation
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Extended validity
Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket
Flexible duration
Explore Campania's treasures with free entry to top sites and unlimited travel!
Free entry to two attractions, including popular sites like Pompeii, and Herculaneum, access to 100+ sites.
Enjoy unlimited rides on local buses, trains, and metro lines with the Unicocampania transport network to reach top landmarks easily.
After your first two visits, get up to 50% off additional visits to 100+ museums, monuments, and archaeological sites.
Access tourist assistance in English and Italian for a smooth experience.
Explore Campania's treasures with free entry to top sites and unlimited travel!
Free entry to two attractions, including popular sites like Pompeii, and Herculaneum, access to 100+ sites.
Enjoy unlimited rides on local buses, trains, and metro lines with the Unicocampania transport network to reach top landmarks easily.
After your first two visits, get up to 50% off additional visits to 100+ museums, monuments, and archaeological sites.
Access tourist assistance in English and Italian for a smooth experience.
Inclusions
Free entry to the first 2 sites of your choice (Full list here)
Up to 50% discount from the 3rd site onwards
3-day validity
Tourist assistance in English and Italian
Unlimited travel on Unicocampania Consortium network
Tip: For popular attractions like Pompeii, it's recommended to check if advance reservations are needed, even with the Campania Artecard, especially during peak times.
You will receive your digital pass instantly via email after booking. To activate the card, follow the instructions in the voucher.
The pass is first activated during entry at your first site. Once activated, it cannot be paused or extended.
Please note: Access to Alibus and some Sita Sud lines (e.g., Sorrento/Positano/Amalfi routes) is not included.
From January 1, 2023, the Galleria Borbonica and Catacombs sites are no longer free but can be visited at a reduced fee.
Access to the Vesuvius Great Cone is currently suspended.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
These tickets are valid for 6 months from the date of purchase.
The National Archaeological Museum of Naples, or Museo archeologico Nazionale di Napoli (MANN) is a treasure trove of art and artifacts from the Vesuvian area and wider Campania region. The museum boasts an eclectic variety of objects, ranging across remnants salvaged from Pompeii and Herculaneum, coins, precious gems and even housing an expansive collection of Egyptian items.
If you're in Naples, this museum should definitely be on your agenda. Here's your guide to ticket options, bookmarking what to see inside, and tips for planning a memorable visit.
Why visit the National Archaeological Museum in Naples?
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Remnants from the Campania and Vesuvian region
You can find a rich collection of Greek and Roman sculptures that have been collected from excavations at Pompeii, Herculaneum and other archaeological sites near Mount Vesuvius. It also showcases objects that demonstrate the socio-economic and cultural life of the Campanian region during Roman occupation in the 2nd and 3rd centuries BC.
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Proximity to Pompeii and Herculaneum
Both Pompeii and Herculaneum are less than an hour away by drive from the Naples museum. Many tourists include these sites in their itinerary along with the museum, as coming from Pompeii and Herculaneum lends rich context to the artifacts on display here.
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Home to the Farnese Collection
While all the collections in the museum are impressive, the Farnese Collection deserves special mention as it contains artifacts from Renaissance-era Italy. Curated by Alexander Farnese (who later went on to become Pope Paul III), his passion for collecting bronzes, busts and marble sculptures was carried on by his family members. King Charles Bourbon, who inherited the collection from his mother, the last descendent of the Farnese family, transferred the collection to the museum in Naples.
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Exhibitions, research and opportunities for kids
MANN is a bustling cultural space that is constantly engaged with the wider public, be it through hosting or facilitating research projects, conducting periodic exhibitions or even organizing workshops for children.
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Collection highlights of the National Archaeological Museum, Naples
Egyptian collection
The museum has one of the world's largest collections of ancient Egypt, and is second only to the collection at the Museum of Turin in Italy. The display is built out of both private collections and excavations in the Campania/Phlegraean regions.
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Plan your visit to the National Archaeological Museum, Naples
Timings
Location
Exhibitions
Accessibility
Facilities
Tips and rules
Wednesday to Monday: 9am to 7:30pm
Closed: Tuesdays, December 25, January 1.
Last entry: 30 minutes before the closing time.
Best time to visit: Since the Naples museum is hugely popular, try to visit between Wednesday and Thursday, as soon as the museum opens for a quieter experience. After 4pm or early in the morning is the best time to visit the museum. Avoid going on Sundays because it is the busiest day of the week. Visiting during January and February, or between October and November can also help you avoid the tourist traffic of peak season.
Note: If Tuesday is a public holiday, the museum will be shut on Wednesday instead.
By metro: You can get to Piazza Cavour Station by taking Metro Line 2. From here, it's about a 10-minute walk. Museum Station is also accessible via Line 1.
By car: There are car parking facilities available at the museum for visitors with disabilities only. While driving in Naples is not recommended owing to the presence of Traffic Limit Zones, there are few public parking spaces to check out if you must drive. Parking: Parcheggio Brin, Parking Plebiscito.
This exhibition showcases a collection of bronze artifects retrieved from the Bagno Grande Etruscan and Roman thermal sanctuary of San Casciano dei Bagni. The collections on display include votive offerings, bronze coins and statues that were deposited in the thermal basin as religious and cultural offerings.
The Other MANN
From May 30, 2022
In the Fresco rooms, see around 60 lesser known artifacts from the Vesuvius era. Salvaged mostly from Pompeii, see garden furnishing elements and also gladiator remnants like helmets, shields and swords. Also see the recreated Pompeii Amphitheater at the exhibition.
Wheelchair accessibility: The National Archaeological Museum, Naples, is completely wheelchair accessible. There are elevators that will take you to the different floors and you can access the other wing from the second floor as well. Wheelchair-accessible toilets are available on the ground floor.
Service dogs: You can bring service dogs into the museum free of cost as long as they are wearing a harness.
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Frequently asked questions about Naples National Archaeological Museum tickets
What are the benefits of a guided tour at Naples museum?
A guide will lend insights into the history of the collection or item on display. They will also be able to take you to the most popular and even lesser known gems within the museum. Touring with a guide is an excellent way to understand the significance of what you're seeing.
Are there any discounts available on the National Archaeological Museum Naples tickets?
Yes, you can avail discounted tickets to the Naples museum if: 1. You are an Italian teacher 2. You are an EU citizen below 18 years of age 3. Are an individual with a disability
Women also get free entry on March 8. Additionally, the first Sunday of each month, April 25, June 2 and November 4 offers free entry to all visitors.
Are there audio guides available to be purchased on site?
Yes, you can purchase audio guides at €5. The following languages are available: Italian, English, French, Spanish and German. The audio guide covers 90 objects in 85 minutes, allowing you to explore at your own pace.
Walk me through the advantages of also visiting Pompeii/Herculaneum on my visit to Naples National Archaeological Museum.
Since the museum has a large collection of artifacts from Pompeii and Herculaneum, your visit will be enriched by also visiting these sites. Taking a trip to Pompeii and Herculaneum lends more context to appreciate what is on display at the Naples museum and understand why so many of the relics are now housed at the museum.
What are the advantages of booking Naples National Archaeological Museum tickets online?
Booking online vs on-site offers several advantages like: 1. More choice: Choose the date and time of visit at your convenience. Booking online also gives you the option to pay in the currency of your choice. 2. Multiple ticket options: You can choose between guided tours, skip-the-line tours and combo tours when you book online. 3. Flexible cancelation: Most tickets purchased online can be canceled for free within 24-48 hours of the experience. 4. Round-the-clock customer support: Got queries regarding your transaction or itinerary? Feel free to give us a ring, and we'll be happy to help.
Can I access all the exhibitions at the Naples Museum with my entry ticket?
Yes, your entry ticket is sufficient if you want to attend an exhibition at the Naples National Archaeological Museum.
Is the National Archaeological Museum Naples accessible by wheelchair?
Yes, the National Archaeological Museum Naples is completely accessible by wheelchair. There are elevators that take you to the different floors and wheelchair accessible toilets available on the ground floor.
Can I bring a service dog to the National Archaeological Museum Naples?
Yes, you may bring your service dog to the museum for free. However, make sure that the dog is always on a harness.
Can I re-enter the museum with my ticket once I exit?
Unfortunately, once you leave the museum, you cannot re-enter with the same ticket. Please purchase a new one if you want to revisit.
Why should I book skip-the-line tickets to the Naples National Archaeological Museum?
Purchasing skip-the-line tickets saves you the hassle of waiting in long lines, especially during peak tourist season. These tickets are especially beneficial if you are short on time. The time saved in standing in long queues can be utilized for exploring the collections in depth.