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Catacombs of San Gaudioso tickets and guided tour

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Language: English, Italian

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Duration: 50 minutes

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Do this because

Discover the cemetery preserved under the Basilica of S. Maria della Sanità
Walk the underground paths and admire 17th-century tombs of noble Neapolitans
Take part in the recovery and promotion of a whole area of Naples

What to expect

Explore one of the largest catacombs in Naples on this 1-hour guided tour. The San Gaudioso catacomb lies under the Basilica of Santa Maria della Sanità (St. Mary of Health), at the heart of the district, and inside this cemetery, early Christian and 17th-century elements coexist.

On this tour, you get the chance to admire these early Christian elements, such as the tomb of San Gaudioso, frescoes, and mosaics of the 5th and 6th centuries. At the same time, you'll see special burials reserved for the aristocracy and the clergy, dating back to the 17th century, when the catacombs resumed their function as the sepulchral site. Discover the special process behind the burials of nobles and members of the clergy.

What's included

With the same ticket, you can also visit the Catacombs and the Basilica of San Gennaro for free
Guided tour

Where

Via Sanità, 123, Naples, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy

Meeting point:

The meeting point is inside the ticket office, which is located near the bridge.

What to remember

If you're a member of the FAI Club or Touring Club, as well as if you're a member of the police force, please take a membership card with you; same if you're a student, please bring a valid university ID
It is necessary to arrive at least 15 minutes before the departure of the tour to validate the ticket at the ticket office

Provider

LaParanza

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Anonymous
From United States of America - August 2024

Great
Overall rated
4/5

Esperienza interessante particolare soddisfacente.Ho apprezzato, congiuntamente alla suggestiva unicità dei luoghi, la cortesia, la disponibilità e la ...
Anonymous
From Spain - July 2024

Great
Overall rated
4/5

Se visitan las catacumbas de S Gaudioso, y la iglesia y el pesebre de Sta Maria della Sanita. Todo muy bien explicado con informacion detallada e inte ...
Anonymous
From United States of America - April 2024

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Ho apprezzato molto le giovani guide, appassionate e capaci di coinvolgere. Mi sono piaciute molto sia le catacombe di San Gaudioso che di san Gennaro ...
Anonymous
From Italy - April 2024

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

La bellezza del posto e la sua storia è stata resa affascinante da Antonio la guida assegnataci un linguaggio semplice appasionato sicuro mi ha tras ...
Anonymous
From United States of America - April 2024

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Il presepe dei fratelli Scuotto è fenomenale. Sicuramente da vedere. Le catacombe, poi, ti avvolgono in una atmosfera surreale, ma contemporaneamente, ...
Anonymous
From Italy - April 2024

Excellent
Overall rated
5/5

Il luogo merita la visita Lo staff, giovane e dinamico, è molto cordiale e professionale La guida descrive e racconta con il cuore

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