The Suburban Baths are a well-preserved Roman bathing complex at Herculaneum, in Ercolano near Naples. Inside, look for wooden door leaves, marble benches, stucco decoration and parts of the heating system. The baths are smaller than Herculaneum’s central baths and sit near the ancient beach. In the atrium, water once flowed from a bust of Apollo into a pool. A guided tour can help explain how the rooms were used and what remains of the complex.
The atrium and the ancient beach
The baths are close to Herculaneum’s ancient beach and are smaller than the central bathing complex. In the atrium, water flowed into a pool from a bust of the god Apollo. The arrangement gives a clear detail to look for as you move through the remains.
FAQ
Where are the Suburban Baths?
They are at Herculaneum, in Ercolano near Naples. The address is Via Mare, 38.
What can you see inside the baths?
The remains include wooden door leaves, marble benches, stucco work and parts of the heating system. The atrium has a pool that received water from a bust of Apollo.
Are guided tours available?
Guided tours are recommended for more detailed explanations of the site’s history and significance.
