Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli

Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli

Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
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9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
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9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
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9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
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9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
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9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
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9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
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This museum has all of the interesting finds from Pompeii and Herculaneum, both doomed cities after the violent eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79AD.
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  • MerseysideTinkerbell
    Merseyside, United Kingdom4,829 contributions
    This is a must see. This has most of the items from Pompei & is a wonderful museum
    I cannot recommend this museum enough. It is fantastic. If you cant walk around pompei or feel that you havent the time to fit pompei in and herculaneum then you must try to make time to come here as this is where the mosiacs and artifacts and wall paintings are housed. You see the remains of the buildings at pompei and get a feeling for how vast the city was and how awful it was but if you want to see what has been preserved then you need to come here to see them. If you are staying in Sorrento then it is quite easy to get on the circumvesuviana train (I think when we went it was E3.95 each way for one and then you get off at the underground in Naples and then get a ticket for the underground and go the the museum stop and it is a short walk to the actual museum. I highly recommend getting the audio guide too as it explains so much of what you are seeing.
    Visited May 2019
    Written February 3, 2020
  • CalBristol
    Weston super Mare, United Kingdom2,130 contributions
    Treasures of Herculaneum and Pompeii is not to be missed!
    If you visit Pompeii and/or Herculaneum, you must come here as most of the frescos, mosaics, etc. were removed from Pompeii to here. (Many items from Herculaneum it appears, were left in situ which makes this city (or what is excavated) more interesting to visit.) The admission fee is €10 - there was no plan or free guide when I visited and the audio guides were not available, preumably because of the problems of sanitising the equipment due to the pandemic. However, the lady in the bookshop (well worth a visit by the way!) was most helpful and found me an excellent guidebook in English for the museum exhibits. (Published by Electa and costing €12) Well where do you begin? It is a large museum and even with the guide book, it is sometimes difficult to find the things you want to see. Top of my list was the amazing Alexander the Great mosaic from Pompeii, the Farnese Bull sculpture and the Hercules statue. There are exquisite mosaics, superb glassware, bronzes and the Farnese Collection of Sculpture - some of the finest statues to come down to us from antquity! The secret chamber was closed due to pandemic restrictions as were some of the other galleries. An absolute must see!
    Visited September 2020
    Written October 31, 2020
  • Richard H
    Leeds, United Kingdom318 contributions
    Visited 5th October 2020. This place has got all the great stuff that was plundered from Pompeii, Herculaneum etc etc !
    We pre booked online as this museum had timed entry. We went to Herculaneum in the morning (which wasn't timed), then caught the train back from Ercolano station to Napoli Garibaldi and walked through the back streets of Naples up to the museum. It took us about 30 minutes walk uphill. The area wasn't the best but I didn't feel unsafe, Naples is a gritty working city! This place is crammed full of ancient roman statues, frescoes from Pompeii, Herculaneum and lots of other places and lots of other great stuff. I took lots of photographs. If you go to Pompeii you must visit this place, all the finds and history are on display here. Highlights:- 1) All the finds from The House of the Papyri in Herculaneum. 2) Fresco of a scull that features in the opening titles to the Rome TV series! 3) Loads of Julio/Claudian Statues 4) The original Faun from the House of the Faun Sadly some of the exhibits were closed when we went.... probably due to Covid... the Egyptian exhibit/Secret Room/Jem Store for example . It was still definitely worth the ticket price which I think was €10 then they stick on a couple of € booking fee. And they flog you a pair of shoe covers when you arrive so you can enter a special bit, I think that was €1.50 each (per person, not per foot).
    Visited October 2020
    Written October 10, 2020
  • Swell Traveller
    Melbourne, Australia3,769 contributions
    Buy a ticket before to save queueing
    End OCTOBER 2019: *please note things may have changed slightly since I was there. I was told that buying a ticket online before will save queuing and it did. You bypass the line and go straight to the ticket booth where they issue you with an actual ticket and a map in your chosen language. This is an old museum but very beautiful and being restored in sections outside. There are areas to store large bags as they aren't allowed in. Photography is allowed but without flash. **The audio guide is good but doesn't always tell you about everything you see there. I ended up stopping listening as it was easier to read the small signs. **Wear light clothing as it gets very hot in there I paid E19 full day ticket originally and upgraded to audio, but I forgot how much more it was. Sorry. I spent about 3-4 hours hours in this museum and this includes a small break in the nice cafe. Once inside most of the levels are accessible by stairs but if you have mobility issues there are lifts which in some cases are near the toilets. The map of Pompeii, artefacts and info about Herculaneum were great to see as I had been to both, but I wish I had seen them before to put things into better perspective. The amount of exquisitely preserved carvings, cultures and mosaics here will delight young and old. There are sections on the famous people / heroes / gods and the Hall of the Sundial was just jaw dropping - you will understand when you stand at the entrance and look up. [see photo] My favourite area was the mosaics which even paid homage to erotica. The Egyptian section downstairs was also super interesting and the first time I have ever seen canopic jars in person. The epigraph section was interesting and it's amazing that all these have survived. There are also temporary exhibitions in the entry section and up higher. I loved it here. It is in walking distance a the Galleria and the Castel del Ovo [see separate review].
    Visited October 2019
    Written February 2, 2020
  • Susan W
    Concord, New Hampshire26 contributions
    Spectacular collection but logistics are interesting.
    We went to Pompeii and then decided to go to the museum. The collection of mosaics, statues and particularly the frescoes from Pompeii and Herculaneum are amazing. I would not recommend driving into Naples as we did. There was a long line but we hopped on our phones and ordered tickets which got us in immediately for an additional 3 euro each. As others have said, galleries appear to open and close at will. The website is no help and what we were told by the staff was wrong. We were told some would be open until 1:30pm and they closed well before that. Others were supposed to open at 1:00pm and we happened to discover that they were open around 12:30pm. They were supposed to be open until 5:30pm but abruptly closed around 2:00pm. Even the private Italian tour guides were mystified and pissed. So my best advice is to get there around 10:30am. If something is open and you want to see it go then and hope that the galleries that interest you will be open at some point during your visit. The cafe is more than adequate to grab a bite to eat.
    Visited December 2019
    Written January 5, 2020
  • Agnieszka Martina
    Rome, Italy15 contributions
    The mosaics from Pompei
    This museum is enormous and fortunately remains open until late afternoon. The itinerary comprises over 12 thousand m2 of exhibition space divided into 3 main sections: the Farnese collection of marbles, the Pompeian collection (remember that the most beautiful mosaics are here, not in Pompei!) and the Egyptian collection. Unfortunately the section of Magna Grecia was closed when I visited it and I was quite disappointed.
    Visited February 2020
    Written April 13, 2020
  • ruthjanet2016
    Northampton, United Kingdom224 contributions
    Set aside a full day.
    There are some amazing exhibits in this museum (and if you get the Naples/Campania Arte card you can save the 18 euro entrance fee) including finds from Pompeii and Herculaneum. There are also galleries dedicated to the pre-Roman Greek civilisation. However, due to staff shortages some galleries are only open in the morning, others in the afternoon, so if you want to see the full range set aside a say. Otherwise check in advance which galleries are open. It is a lovely museum, with plenty of space to enjoy the exhibits, well worth a visit.
    Visited December 2019
    Written January 16, 2020
  • kph
    Amsterdam, The Netherlands72 contributions
    Would not recommend
    Visited with kids (5 and 7). This museum is very expensive compared to others around Naples (and even Europe). €18 entrance doesn’t even buy you a map of the place. No interactive spaces for kids nowadays is poor in my view. Signs to guide visitors around the museum are poor. Toilets are unacceptably dirty for the price paid.
    Visited February 2020
    Traveled with family
    Written February 26, 2020
  • Sarah P
    Boston, Massachusetts12 contributions
    So interesting
    Make sure you go when the halls with the floor mosiacs are open. They are wonderful. I love that in some Eurpoean museums you can hire a smart person to take you around and explain the importance of various items. We has Antonio Sacco as our guide, and he made the museum come alive (face it, there are only so many marble statues you can see in a day). There's a lot of wonderful items from Pompeii and other local site at this museum, plus items recovered from shipwrecks in the Bay of Naples. This museum is a must-see when visiting Naples. The snack bar is nice, too!
    Visited February 2020
    Written March 2, 2020
  • andyh67186334
    Coalville, United Kingdom6,804 contributions
    A Magical Escape from the Soaring Heat of Naples
    The museum was a 15 minute walk from my hotel and I visited on a Sunday morning without making a reservation. Your temperature is checked on arrival and you re required to wear a mask at all times. The scale of the museum is unbelievable with a great collection of artefacts, that captivate your imagination. The special exhibition of mosaics was well wither the visit, and you are required to wear protectors over your footwear. The museum was not that busy first thing on a Sunday morning, but it was a welcome escape from the city heat of Naples, and pure escapism for three hours.
    Visited July 2020
    Written August 16, 2020
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Swell Traveller
Melbourne, Australia3,769 contributions
Oct 2019
End OCTOBER 2019: *please note things may have changed slightly since I was there.

I was told that buying a ticket online before will save queuing and it did. You bypass the line and go straight to the ticket booth where they issue you with an actual ticket and a map in your chosen language. This is an old museum but very beautiful and being restored in sections outside. There are areas to store large bags as they aren't allowed in. Photography is allowed but without flash.

**The audio guide is good but doesn't always tell you about everything you see there. I ended up stopping listening as it was easier to read the small signs.
**Wear light clothing as it gets very hot in there

I paid E19 full day ticket originally and upgraded to audio, but I forgot how much more it was. Sorry. I spent about 3-4 hours hours in this museum and this includes a small break in the nice cafe.

Once inside most of the levels are accessible by stairs but if you have mobility issues there are lifts which in some cases are near the toilets.

The map of Pompeii, artefacts and info about Herculaneum were great to see as I had been to both, but I wish I had seen them before to put things into better perspective. The amount of exquisitely preserved carvings, cultures and mosaics here will delight young and old.

There are sections on the famous people / heroes / gods and the Hall of the Sundial was just jaw dropping - you will understand when you stand at the entrance and look up. [see photo]

My favourite area was the mosaics which even paid homage to erotica. The Egyptian section downstairs was also super interesting and the first time I have ever seen canopic jars in person. The epigraph section was interesting and it's amazing that all these have survived.

There are also temporary exhibitions in the entry section and up higher.
I loved it here. It is in walking distance a the Galleria and the Castel del Ovo [see separate review].
Written February 2, 2020
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Susan W
Concord, NH26 contributions
Dec 2019
We went to Pompeii and then decided to go to the museum. The collection of mosaics, statues and particularly the frescoes from Pompeii and Herculaneum are amazing. I would not recommend driving into Naples as we did. There was a long line but we hopped on our phones and ordered tickets which got us in immediately for an additional 3 euro each. As others have said, galleries appear to open and close at will. The website is no help and what we were told by the staff was wrong. We were told some would be open until 1:30pm and they closed well before that. Others were supposed to open at 1:00pm and we happened to discover that they were open around 12:30pm. They were supposed to be open until 5:30pm but abruptly closed around 2:00pm. Even the private Italian tour guides were mystified and pissed. So my best advice is to get there around 10:30am. If something is open and you want to see it go then and hope that the galleries that interest you will be open at some point during your visit. The cafe is more than adequate to grab a bite to eat.
Written January 5, 2020
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Agnieszka Martina
Rome, Italy15 contributions
Feb 2020
This museum is enormous and fortunately remains open until late afternoon. The itinerary comprises over 12 thousand m2 of exhibition space divided into 3 main sections: the Farnese collection of marbles, the Pompeian collection (remember that the most beautiful mosaics are here, not in Pompei!) and the Egyptian collection. Unfortunately the section of Magna Grecia was closed when I visited it and I was quite disappointed.
Written April 13, 2020
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ruthjanet2016
Northampton, UK224 contributions
Dec 2019
There are some amazing exhibits in this museum (and if you get the Naples/Campania Arte card you can save the 18 euro entrance fee) including finds from Pompeii and Herculaneum. There are also galleries dedicated to the pre-Roman Greek civilisation.
However, due to staff shortages some galleries are only open in the morning, others in the afternoon, so if you want to see the full range set aside a say. Otherwise check in advance which galleries are open.
It is a lovely museum, with plenty of space to enjoy the exhibits, well worth a visit.
Written January 16, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

kph
Amsterdam, The Netherlands72 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
Visited with kids (5 and 7). This museum is very expensive compared to others around Naples (and even Europe). €18 entrance doesn’t even buy you a map of the place. No interactive spaces for kids nowadays is poor in my view. Signs to guide visitors around the museum are poor. Toilets are unacceptably dirty for the price paid.
Written February 26, 2020
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Sarah P
Boston, MA12 contributions
Feb 2020
Make sure you go when the halls with the floor mosiacs are open. They are wonderful. I love that in some Eurpoean museums you can hire a smart person to take you around and explain the importance of various items. We has Antonio Sacco as our guide, and he made the museum come alive (face it, there are only so many marble statues you can see in a day). There's a lot of wonderful items from Pompeii and other local site at this museum, plus items recovered from shipwrecks in the Bay of Naples. This museum is a must-see when visiting Naples. The snack bar is nice, too!
Written March 2, 2020
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andyh67186334
Coalville, UK6,804 contributions
Jul 2020
The museum was a 15 minute walk from my hotel and I visited on a Sunday morning without making a reservation. Your temperature is checked on arrival and you re required to wear a mask at all times.
The scale of the museum is unbelievable with a great collection of artefacts, that captivate your imagination.
The special exhibition of mosaics was well wither the visit, and you are required to wear protectors over your footwear.
The museum was not that busy first thing on a Sunday morning, but it was a welcome escape from the city heat of Naples, and pure escapism for three hours.
Written August 16, 2020
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Alk S
Greece43 contributions
Jan 2020
It's common logic that if you visit Naples you have to visit that museum. It's worth 100%! Try not to be very tiered as you have to walk at least 2-3 hours all around the museum to see all these masterpieces. Amazing sculptures, amazing frescos and mosaics. Greek and Roman civilisation at the best moments! Don't miss it.
Written January 26, 2020
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Eleanor
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK239 contributions
Sep 2020 • Family
Some amazing sculptures, mosaics, and artefacts in this museum. It’s worth going to if you’re in Naples and especially so if you visit any of the ruins because a lot of the museums showcases have been brought from Pompeii and Herculaneum. I think it’s about €15 per adult, but they do a reduced price of €6 if you’re between 18-25, and other senior and group discounts too.
Written September 19, 2020
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genibre69
London, UK3,347 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
A GREAT place to spend a Sunday AM as part of the free museums scheme the first Sunday of the month. So glad I came here first as there was a huge queue outside when I left about 11:45AM.

Room layout is confusing but there are English placards everywhere to translate what you’re seeing. Incredible collection of goods from Pompeii and Herculaneum, as well as beautiful mosaics. The “Secret Room” is entertaining. Also recommend the exhibit on floor mosaics that costs €1.50. Absolutely stunning. The Hall of the Sundials is gorgeous, and has an interesting exhibit on the Byzantine Empire. Lots of sculptures, pottery, frescoes, etc to review.
Written March 11, 2023
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