Naples San Gennaro Catacombs Guided Tour
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Experience Highlights
Discover Italy’s hidden history with this guided tour of the Catacombs of San Genaro in Naples. For approximately 50 minutes, an expert local guide will accompany you to tell you everything you need to know about this mystical place.
As well as access to the Catacombs of San Genaro, the tour includes entry to the Catacombs of San Gaudioso and the Basilica di Santa Maria della Sanità. You’ll also receive a discounted ticket for the Cloister of Santa Chiara. All tickets are valid for 12 months.
- Immerse yourself in one of Italy’s most historic underground burial sites, accompanied by an expert local guide
- Make the most of the opportunity to visit the Catacombs of San Gaudioso and the Basilica di Santa Maria della Sanità
- Enjoy a discount on admission to the Cloister of Santa Chiara
What’s included
- Entrance to the Catacombs of San Genaro
- Guided tour of the Catacombs of San Gennaro in Naples, lasting approximately 50 minutes
- Entry to the Catacombs of San Gaudioso and the Basilica di Santa Maria della Sanità (valid for 12 months)
- Reduced-price ticket for the Cloister of Santa Chiara (valid for 12 months)
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Keep in mind you need to arrive 15 minutes before start
Step by Step
A guided tour of the Catacombs of San Gennaro in Naples is the best way to gain an in-depth understanding of the history of these mystical places. An expert local guide will help you discover one of Italy’s most historic underground tombs.
During the guided tour, which lasts approximately 50 minutes, you’ll be immersed in a comprehensive exploration of this tribute to the dead, surrounded by carved stone and restored frescoes. There, you’ll learn more about the mortal remains of Naples’ patron saint and piece together the story that has been told since the 2nd century AD.
As the tour progresses, you’ll discover the fascinating history of Italian life. And you’ll do so in a magical setting, within ancient catacombs characterised by their high, vaulted ceilings.
What’s more, the tour includes admission to the Catacombs of San Gaudioso, the Basilica di Santa Maria della Sanità and a discount on admission to the Cloister of Santa Chiara. These tickets are valid for 12 months, so you can continue to discover Italy’s hidden history at your own pace.
Reviews
- II.Excellent guided tour, one of the best and most professional I have ever been on.
- DD.The catacombs are impressive for their beauty but a bit scary and claustrophobic. It was a pleasant visit, but I doubt I will repeat it again. Recommended to go once.
- AA.Very interesting walk.
- NN.Impressive visit, very original and with an incredible tour. It is one of the most interesting places I have visited during my last holidays, if you have the opportunity to go don't hesitate.
Meeting point
- Catacombs of San Gennaro (Via Capodimonte, 13)Open in Google Maps
Other Things You Should Know
- There will be around 30 travellers on the tour














