Naples Underground

Bypass the ticketing queues and follow an expert English or Italian-speaking guide 40 meters below the surface.

Wander the remains of the Roman aqueduct system, which supplied water throughout Naples and served as the backbone for urban development​.

See graffiti and sketches from various eras, including depictions of submarines and tanks, offering a visual chronicle of Naples' wartime history​.

Hear stories of local myths like the Monaciello, a 'little monk' sprite linked to Naples' subterranean lore​.

Explore the 4th-century BC Greek cisterns, then descend through Bourbon and modern tunnels to a depth of 40 meters beneath Naples.

Enjoy a short, candle-lit stretch of tunnel leading to a Roman cistern still filled with water, offering a unique atmospheric experience.

See ancient and recent discoveries in the Roman Theater's Summa Cavea, where you'll find artifacts and traces of Bourbon-era sewers.

At the Hypogeum Gardens, where plants thrives underground, discover an innovative space for scientific botanical research.

Delve into a vast labyrinth of tunnels weaving beneath Naples, comprising a blend of caves, galleries, and passages located 131 feet beneath the surface.

See the Greek-Roman Aqueduct, and witness the revival of the Summa Cavea—a new section of the Roman theater brought back to life.

Unearth the remnants of the Roman market, dating back to the first century AD, inside the eighteenth-century cloister.

Learn how, in WWII, illuminated underground spaces became shelters. When sirens wailed, thousands sought refuge, escaping bombings in the deep streets below.

Fun fact: The underground network includes tunnels and passages used for various purposes throughout history, including water transport and secret escape routes.

Explore at your own pace! Start with a full-day ticket and guided tour of San Gennaro, then visit San Gaudioso within 30 days—or flip the order.

Explore the Catacombs of San Gaudioso, home to stunning frescoes and arcosolium burial chambers of early martyrs.

See the wide crypt that houses San Gaudioso's relics, a significant site of early Christian worship.

The Catacombs of San Gennaro hold the tomb of Naples' patron saint, surrounded by beautiful frescoes.

Experience the underground basilica of San Gennaro, an ancient church with fascinating Christian art and historical significance.

Experience an unforgettable guided underground tour of Naples with an experienced English or Italian-speaking guide.

Explore the resting place of Bishop San Gaudioso and more, all under the bustling Sanità district.

Step into the world of Gennaro too and discover hidden churches, catacombs, historic neighborhoods, and local markets.

Experience the eerie beauty of frescoes made from real bones and skulls as they honor the dead in a uniquely macabre way.

With a ticket upgrade, access a plethora of other monuments and perks in the Campania region. Entry to the first 5 sites will be completely free!

Fun fact: The catacombs are said to be haunted by the ghost of a young girl who was buried there. Legend has it that if you leave a gift for the girl, she will grant you a wish.

With an expert English or Italian-speaking guide, explore the underground history of the city of Naples as you make your way through the Bourbon Tunnel with an entry ticket.

Unveil 4 centuries of the history of Naples including the remains of World War II and huge fragments of vintage cars and motorcycles from this era.

Admire the bridges and the walls built to cross the cisterns while preserving their functionality and get to see the bomb shelter cleverly used during the World War.

Fun fact: The tunnel was built by the ruling Bourbon King to connect the Royal Palace with the military barracks, allowing the royal family to quickly move troops and secretly escape in the event of a rebellion.

Explore the Historical City Center of Naples and the Underground Ruins of the ancient city of Neapolis.

Stroll through the street of SpaccaNapoli in the historic City Center, visit S. Gregorio Armeno, and spot churches and monasteries.

You may travel to the Underground Ruins of San Gaetano and discover an ancient network of tunnels 800 years old.

Or, explore the Underground Ruins of San Lorenzo Maggiore which house ancient Greek and Roman ruins, and discover the Catacombs of San Gennaro.

Fun Fact: The Underground Ruins of San Lorenzo Maggiore were rediscovered in the 1970s during the construction of a bank.

Explore Naples without the hassle of purchasing tickets at each attraction and get free admission to the first 3 attractions of your choice from the list provided.

Visit the Museum of Capodimonte, Royal Palace of Naples, and many more sites! Leverage discounts of up to 50% on the 4th attraction onwards.

Enjoy unlimited public transport in the entire urban route for the 3-day validity of the pass.

Support is available in English and Italian with a digital pass that does not require you to physically carry a card and worry about handling it.