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Catacombs of San Gennaro: Guided Visit

Naples, Naples,
Duration

1 day(s)

Tour type

Regular

Group size

1-40 people

Physical Level

relax

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Tour Overview

Step back into ancient history with a guided visit to the Catacombs of San Gennaro in Naples, an extraordinary underground site just beneath the modern city, where you can explore early Christian burial grounds dating back to the 2nd century AD. Discover the tombs of revered saints and noble families, including San Gennaro, the patron saint of Naples, and Sant’Agrippino, while learning how the catacombs expanded alongside the growth of the Christian community. With their wide vaulted spaces, restored frescoes, and powerful atmosphere, this immersive experience offers a fascinating insight into Naples’ spiritual, cultural, and historical past, revealing the deep respect Italian society has always shown for its dead.

Activities
Explorer Museum Sightseeing Historical In-depth Cultural Daily Discovery

Tour Features

Duration
1 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-40 people

Tour Code
COSGGV

Departure Type
scheduled

Tour Category
City Sightseeing

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
11 - 99

Naples

Pickup Time:

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Naples

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Highlights
Journey into some of Italy's most historic subterranean tombs

Itinerary

Day 1

Begin your day in Naples with a guided visit to the Catacombs of San Gennaro, located just below the lively streets of the city, where you will descend into an extraordinary underground world dating back to the 2nd century AD. Accompanied by an expert guide, explore the ancient burial chambers originally created by a noble family and later expanded for the early Christian community, discovering the tombs of important figures such as Sant’Agrippino and San Gennaro, the patron saint of Naples. As you walk through the wide vaulted spaces adorned with carefully restored frescoes, you will gain insight into the deep respect Italian society has always shown for its dead and experience a powerful journey through different moments of history, all within a fascinating and atmospheric setting that brings ancient Naples vividly to life.

Included

  • Entrance to the Catacombs of San Gaudioso and the Basilica of Santa Maria della Sanità (valid for 12 months)

Excluded

Accommodation is not included.

Flights are not included.

  • Guided tour of the Catacombs and Basilica of San Gennaro

Meals are not included.

Travel insurance is not included.

meeting point

Via Capodimonte, 13, 80100 Napoli NA - Via Capodimonte - Via Capodimonte, 13, 80100 Napoli NA
  • Anything that is not explicitly included in the Included Services section

Additional services are not included.

Tour Booking

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Feb 21, 2026 Feb 21, 2026 €13
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Feb 21, 2026 Feb 21, 2026 €0
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Feb 22, 2026 Feb 22, 2026 €0
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Feb 24, 2026 Feb 24, 2026 €0
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Feb 26, 2026 Feb 26, 2026 €0
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Feb 27, 2026 Feb 27, 2026 €0
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Feb 28, 2026 Feb 28, 2026 €0
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