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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli

Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli

Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
4.5
9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Sunday
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.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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  • Alessandro Pappalardo
    New York City, New York32 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Exceptional Museum! A must-visit!
    A must-visit Museum! Give yourself time to explore it. Very easy to navigate. Plenty of information to expand your knowledge, education, curiosity, inspiration… The world famous collection will keep you motivated and excited during the entire visit. Very nice cafeteria to refuel and take a break ( delicious baba! - yes, Napoli😊😎) Bookstore with a great selection. Treat yourself!
    Visited January 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written January 31, 2024
  • Sanski66
    Espoo, Finland411 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Just wow 🤩
    A breathtaking place. We were a bit in a hurry so had just one hour and our goal was to check the artifacts saved from Pompeii. There’s so much to see, one could easily spend here a full day, if not even more!
    Visited February 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written February 7, 2024
  • Francesco M
    Milan, Italy929 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Unmissable!
    The most important archeology museum in the world is certainly an unmissable stop on a trip to Naples. The collections are very vast and you could lose a day but the main masterpieces can be admired in an hour: the "Farnese Bull" (also called "Supplizio di Dirce", the Farnese Hercules and the mosaic of the battle of Issus. The ticket price may seem high but I think it is correct if you recognize the preciousness of the finds kept which require constant restoration. With children, it will also be pleasant to discover the Egyptian section or the rooms dedicated to the daily life of the Romans. Finally, do not miss the section dedicated to Magna Graecia which includes a supplement for the use of shoes (you will step on very elaborate and delicate Roman mosaics).
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written March 3, 2024
  • Sergi Ivars
    Madrid, Spain412 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Bestial archaeological museum
    Spectacular museum, very large and with countless works to enjoy. It has different areas, each more interesting. I had a part of Egypt at the time I visited that completed the whole incredible range of works. The price is somewhat high but you can perfectly spend the whole morning/afternoon enjoying it.
    Visited December 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written March 8, 2024
  • Alex
    Prato, Italy85 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Rich and interesting museum, recommended
    Although I think the 22 euro ticket is a little expensive, the museum is worth the visit, splendid works of art unique in the world can be found here. The Farnese collection is very rich in statues from the Roman period, followed by the very interesting section of Pompeii and Herculaneum before visiting the cities buried in ash. Included in the ticket we saw the exhibition on the votive bronzes found in San Casciano de Bagni just a couple of years ago. I believe that to see all sections of the museum you need at least 4-5 hours.
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written March 16, 2024
  • Kathy S
    Carson City, Nevada26 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing frescoes, statues and mosaics
    This museum is full of amazing statues, frescos, and mosaics. We spent four hours and did not see it all. It is large, and the layout can be confusing. The audio tour did not present a sequence, but just a way to listen about what we were seeing by dialing in the number if there was one. We found that downloading Rick Steves Audio Europe transcript of it was helpful. Highly recommend!
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled with friends
    Written March 19, 2024
  • Hany G
    Egypt2,079 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Interesting museum!
    It is a walking distance like 15 minutes from catacomb di san gennaro. We booked the tickets online. You have to leave backbags at the storage before getting in. The highlight of the museum is the artifacts from Pompi and Herculaneum. We spent a couple of hours inside the museum.
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled as a couple
    Written March 31, 2024
  • Piera I
    Pescara, Italy310 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    MANN ALWAYS INTERESTING
    I have been to the MANN many times to see the various events, as well as the ancient works always on display. In the days when I was recently in Naples I saw the exhibition The House of lobster by Philip Colbert. Very interesting, colorful and fun. On this occasion I also admired the bronzes of San Casciano, with important finds, cared for and displayed in a perfect setup.
    Visited March 2024
    Traveled with family
    Written April 2, 2024
  • Kerelle
    Barakaldo, Spain2,875 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    ESSENTIAL
    It is impressive and immense. If you want to visit it in depth you will need 2 or 3 days. Choose carefully what you want to see. It is one of the best museums in Europe. Don't miss the "Secret Cabinet", the "Farnese Collection" or "Grecia Magna". I have visited it 3 times and I still have a lot left.
    Visited April 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written April 11, 2024
  • amance2004
    Selestat, France95 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The essential complement to the visit to Pompei and Herculaneum
    Three quarters of the museum are devoted to the treasures discovered during the excavations of Pompei and Herculaneum. Although it is a shame not to contemplate the frescoes at the place of discovery, we understand that the conditions of conservation and contemplation are much better at the museum. Allow 4 hours.
    Visited April 2024
    Traveled solo
    Written April 13, 2024
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Mauro B
Tirrenia, Italy43 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2025 • Couples
The day after visiting Pompeii , to complete the tour we arrive at this impressive Museum . Here we opt for a private guided tour for me and my partner. Never chosen was more apt and lucky in fact we find the very kind Dr. Ivana de Nardo professional guide who will take us to visit all the fantastic works kept. Very remarkable the section of mosaics , intriguing the secret cabinet and finally crossing the sundial hall the Farnese collection of statues. Too bad for the sections not open as the Egyptian and numismatic area that I hope in the future to visit .
An exceptional visit that will remain in our hearts. Thanks to Ivana who was able with the exhaustive explanations to project us back in time and in addition to being effectively communicative at an artistic and cultural level also to recommend some other destinations in Naples and surroundings.
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Written January 19, 2025
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genibre69
London, UK5,562 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
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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flac27
Viareggio, Italy194 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Solo
I was in Naples for a week and the Archaeological Museum was the main reason for the trip, even though I then saw many other beautiful things.
Against the two hours or half a day to dedicate for this visit, indicated by the guides, I spent seven hours and I must say that I paid less attention to the final part. I would have returned the next morning, the ticket I had bought allowed me to do so, if it hadn't been for the train strike which forced me to spend that time at the station looking for information for the evening train.
To fully enjoy it you need to immerse yourself in spirit in those times, keeping in mind the amount of years that have passed and think about what they managed to shape with the few tools available, what raw materials they used to paint pictures that are still clearly visible today, understand what levels it had already achieved the artistic casting of bronze, evaluate the expertise of the goldsmiths for the jewelery also in gold worn by women. This allows you to have beautiful sensations even just walking through the corridors enjoying the beauty by which you are surrounded.
The part dedicated to the statues is formidable and unforgettable, the part dedicated to Magna Graecia is beautiful and well presented and can be visited with an additional ticket, the modest cost of which must absolutely be paid.
The rest is beautiful with paintings, frescoes, mosaics, vases, glass and many other things. Since nothing is perfect and everything can be improved, I found some parts of this floor a little sloppy, half-empty display cases, a room with wrinkled carpet, the beautiful paintings placed a bit like this. Other museums have made, on an emotional level, great progress in the way of presenting their works with wall colors and specific lighting of the
works.
This does not change the overall rating, but I think it is correct to point it out. The staff is very kind and cooperative, the bathrooms are
decent, the buffet is well stocked for both breakfasts and quick lunches, snacks and aperitifs with good staff. Considering that I am a "very" big boy, I hope to be able to return anyway.

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Written December 7, 2023
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Laira
Pordenone, Italy74 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Couples
Mediocre museum. Apart from the contemporary art exhibition, the rest is a bit of a mess. Many different and above all decontextualized historical eras. I find it a great shame that the historical finds from Pompeii are in a museum and not in Pompeii. Luckily I visited the museum on the first Sunday of the month (therefore for free) because otherwise it wasn't worth the money spent.
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Written February 5, 2024
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Thomas P
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1.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2024 • Couples
Disastrous experience, incompetent staff (a "Guide" on the 2nd floor in the Greek part avachi on a chair, phone in hand is not able to tell me where a known room is, empty surveillance chairs because they talk and laugh in the central patio). People talk to you as if you were a dog, unless you talk about your purse (70th as a couple for a Physical Guide). 22 euros entry for Closed Collections, unhygienic toilets (stinking of urine and broken doors). The highlight of the show the centerpiece, the mosaic of Alexander is being restored, which seems but no mention or reduction at the checkout. Award shop. For a history lover, former Museum Guide in France, I have doubts about the quality of preservation of the rooms (air conditioners, open windows, level of doubtful hydrometry). Crummy, Italian culture in peril!!!!
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Written August 19, 2024
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Chiara
Lombardy, Italy478 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2024 • Family
Very limited offers for the price. Very high costs, even for the audio guides, when the latter last no more than 50 seconds and explain almost nothing... Furthermore, most of the areas were closed, and many others had an additional cost. Really awful bathrooms, especially for a museum.
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Written April 11, 2024
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Travel_with_Panaes
Limassol City, Cyprus769 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2024 • Friends
I visited the day after I visited Pompeii.

Visit did not meet my expectations and here is why:

What I liked:

1. Impressive, rich and unique collection especially the rooms exhibiting frescoes from Pompeii. If for any reason you cannot visit Pompeii this collection is a good alternative.

What I did not like:
1. General admission is EURO 20 and if you want to visit the newly refurbished and curated Magna Grecia collection you have to pay extra at the entrance of the room.
I visited numerous museums and I dont remember a ticket in a similar museum at this price.
2. Extremely bad and outdated lighting, no natural light making the experience very difficult and sometimes annoying.
3. Outdated signage making difficult to follow the flow of collections
4. Disorganized and somehow outdated and neglected exhibits.
5. Some rooms were empty and in some works were taking place.
6. No AC in the building. In one room the balcony door was open and you could hear all the noise from the street.

The actual experience does not make justice of its fame....Needs investment and upgrade!
Written September 23, 2024
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Brad S
Brisbane, Australia63 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2024 • Solo
I thought this museum was great. Loads of interesting sculptures/statues and also a great exhibition of items found is the Vesuvius area (Pompeii & Herculaneum).
The only let down is A. Price at €20 is massively steep compared to other museums and also the tags on a few of the exhibits were either damaged and unreadable or missing altogether. Free wifi but no online guide or tour that I could find.
All in all an enjoyable experience though but I do wish they’d spend some of that entrance fee on the upkeep!
Written September 14, 2024
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PucciPu
Olgiate Olona, Italy126 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Couples
Very high price (22€/each) for a museum that is not very accessible, in which great works are not accompanied by posters or labels. €22 for a walk among wonderful works, but without understanding what you are seeing or without a minimum of context. Mold on the walls, faded labels. For these figures, include QR codes or audio guides, which instead charge separately.

What do you learn? Nothing. That art is increasingly inaccessible and people only go there to say they have been there, and not to understand what they see.
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Written February 3, 2024
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Pip L
Wellington, New Zealand247 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2024 • Couples
This museum is incredible, so many beautiful artefacts in such a beautiful setting. The explanations provided in English are good, and the layout and flow is excellent.
We visited after seeing Pompeii, which felt like the right order to see the museum if your itinerary allows.
Allow 4 hours, highly recommended.
Written September 17, 2024
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