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Naples Underground tickets & tours
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Follow the official Naples Underground path, along ancient aqueducts and WWII bomb shelters.
- What you get: Descend 136 steps into millennia-old galleries, discovering Greek cisterns and medieval tunnels. Visit the underground War Museum and learn about the use of tunnels as shelters during WWII. Walk through the ruins of a Roman Theater beneath Neapolitan homes, and find emperor Nero's private dressing rooms used for performances. Explore the Hypogeum Gardens, an underground botanical project experimenting with crop growth at 35 meters depth!
- Why choose this: Save time and skip the lines at Piazza San Gaetano. What's more, choose between an English and Italian-speaking guide for an inclusive experience. This tour ensures you're not in the dark (quite literally), and are given insights into a historic establishment in Naples.
Follow the official Naples Underground path, along ancient aqueducts and WWII bomb shelters.
- What you get: Descend 136 steps into millennia-old galleries, discovering Greek cisterns and medieval tunnels. Visit the underground War Museum and learn about the use of tunnels as shelters during WWII. Walk through the ruins of a Roman Theater beneath Neapolitan homes, and find emperor Nero's private dressing rooms used for performances. Explore the Hypogeum Gardens, an underground botanical project experimenting with crop growth at 35 meters depth!
- Why choose this: Save time and skip the lines at Piazza San Gaetano. What's more, choose between an English and Italian-speaking guide for an inclusive experience. This tour ensures you're not in the dark (quite literally), and are given insights into a historic establishment in Naples.
Inclusions
- 1 to 1.5-hour guided tour of Naples Sotterranea with entry
- Expert English or Italian-speaking guide
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair or stroller as there are 121 steps to access the underground with no elevators or escalators.
- For people with claustrophobia: There is one optional narrow tunnel. Those who do not want to walk the tunnel can take an alternate route and wait10 mins for the group.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Susan
Apr 2025Verified booking
Before going on this tour, I thought it sounded a bit gimmicky. But it was recommended by family so we got tickets. Definitely skip The line was very helpful as it is a busy tour. And it was an incredible tour. So much history and you cannot imagine All that has happened underneath the city of Napoli.
Amy
Apr 2025Verified booking
Well organised - got a message before with google maps co ordinates and queue skip! Well worth the visit and well done by the company!
Christine
Mar 2025Verified booking
A subterranean world to discover, sometimes walking in the dark through narrow passages leading to caves. Incredible maze to manage the city's water supply
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Sophia
May 2025Verified booking
Interesting tour through the underground of Naples. You will be shown some of the numerous tunnels under the city and told how the inhabitants of Naples used them in times of war. Short narrow passages lead you to a Roman cistern. If you want to see more of these, you should also visit the Lapis Water Museum.
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Denis
May 2025Verified booking
The tour guide was great and also told us an incredible amount. What we didn't think was so good was the size of the group. A few people less and the pace of the tour a little slower, then you could have noticed more and taken a few more photos.
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Arianna
May 2025Verified booking
the entrance instructions were clear the guide who accompanied us was very engaging and precise in his explanation
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Lovison
Apr 2025Verified booking
Wonderful skip the line....it was worth it otherwise the line was really long....very much appreciated the visit, kudos to the guide
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laura
Apr 2025Verified booking
The activity in underground Naples was very nice, and the guide managed to capture the attention of the children (ages 6-9). Very knowledgeable and engaging
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Noli
Mar 2025Verified booking
I loved the tunnels and water chambers and the old lady's house with the cellar, with the anti earthquake walls. I have claustrophobia but I managed the sometimes very tight tunnels. Our guide was fun with a sense of humour but it was often difficult to hear him or follow what he was saying, so we missed a lot of the stories.. which was disappointing.
maria
Jun 2025Verified booking
excellent guidance and spectacular places under Naples, history throbbing!
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Silvia
May 2025Verified booking
Maximilian undisputed number 1!!!
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Colin
May 2025Verified booking
The atmosphere here felt great and found the tour interesting
Ursula
May 2025Verified booking
The guide did an excellent job and it was very exciting!
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AJM
May 2025Verified booking
Special location underground, good tour and information
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Gerardo
May 2025Verified booking
Excellent organization and customer service with excellent leadership
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Alexander
May 2025Verified booking
Experienced guide, well-organized tour without standing in line
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Dobrea
May 2025Verified booking
Very knowledgeable guide, involved us in his tour! Very nice
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Paolo
Apr 2025Verified booking
The two empathetic and sympathetic guides
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Sergio
Apr 2025Verified booking
Bravura and sympathy of the guide
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Amy
Mar 2025Verified booking
The guide was interesting and entertaining. Sites were amazing.
Cinolo
Mar 2025Verified booking
The guide's explanations were comprehensive
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An intimate, off-beat tour into the intricate labyrinth beneath Naples’ historic Spanish Quarters.
- With an expert English, Italian or Spanish-speaking guide, go below the Quartieri Spagnoli to discover a unique part of Underground Naples!
- Witness quarries full of the volcanic tuff stone used to construct much of Naples' surface architecture in your group of just 20 people.
- Learn how tunnels turned into air raid shelters during WWII, complete with drawings, inscriptions, and remnants that tell stories of resilience.
- Marvel at ancient engineering as you explore the Roman aqueducts, a lifeline of water supply that shaped Naples' urban growth.
An intimate, off-beat tour into the intricate labyrinth beneath Naples’ historic Spanish Quarters.
- With an expert English, Italian or Spanish-speaking guide, go below the Quartieri Spagnoli to discover a unique part of Underground Naples!
- Witness quarries full of the volcanic tuff stone used to construct much of Naples' surface architecture in your group of just 20 people.
- Learn how tunnels turned into air raid shelters during WWII, complete with drawings, inscriptions, and remnants that tell stories of resilience.
- Marvel at ancient engineering as you explore the Roman aqueducts, a lifeline of water supply that shaped Naples' urban growth.
Inclusions
- 1-hour guided tour of the Spanish Quarters Underground with entry
- Expert English or Italian-speaking guide
- Tip: Trattorias in the Spanish Quarters are known for their fried pizza, ask the locals for their recommendations and stop for a bite after your tour!
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair or stroller.
- For people with claustrophobia: There is one optional narrow tunnel. Those who do not want to walk the tunnel can take an alternate route and wait 10 mins for the group.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Filadelfio
Jun 2025Verified booking
Very good organization good guide Tommi
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Melanie
May 2025Verified booking
The tour was exciting and it was interesting to learn about things we didn't know had happened Our guide Edward was great and very nice
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Gabriela
May 2025Verified booking
It was a wonderful experience! We were guided by Giulia, who told the history of this place in a very accurate and entertaining way!!! I recommend not to miss the opportunity to do it!
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Bossart
Apr 2025Verified booking
The tour is very authentic. Alessandro has a very broad knowledge and organizes the tour with wit and passion. I can highly recommend it!
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Simon
Mar 2025Verified booking
Brilliant tour by Augustino, entertaining, funny, interesting, taking us on a journey from ancient greece all the way to WWII via the Roman and Spanish occupation. Loved hearing about urban legends also. Truly immersive
Paola
Jun 2025Verified booking
Beautiful experience, the guide Giulia was great, witty,knowledgeable. I highly recommend this experience
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Claudia
Apr 2025Verified booking
Very clear English speaking tour. Definitely highly recommended.
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Elena
Apr 2025Verified booking
Exciting route with an outstanding Tommy guide 😍
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Maria
Apr 2025Verified booking
Grazia is a sweetheart! Great job!
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Jan 2025Verified booking
The places visited and the guide (Tommaso) who besides explaining well the structures, the functionality over time, the vicissitudes and some characters related to those structures (or municiell), kept everyone entertained, kudos.
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Unsure which Naples Underground experience is right for you?
Naples Underground includes a variety of tunnels, ruins, and catacombs. Explore historic tunnels that reveal Naples’ hidden past or discover the haunting beauty of tombs filled with centuries-old relics. Each experience offers unique insights into the city's subterranean secrets.
Flexible entry to Naples' largest Christian burial sites with an expert guide.
- Do it your way. Visit San Gennaro first with a 1-hour guided tour, and San Gaudioso next within 12 months – or vice versa.
- At the Catacombs of San Gaudioso, see early mosaics like Christ Pantocrator and learn about morbid 17th-century burial processes.
- At the Catacombs of San Gennaro, explore grand crypts, basilicas, and the tombs of Naples' patron saint and bishops.
- Admire intricate frescoes and Byzantine paintings from the 9th and 10th centuries, and a baptismal font commissioned by Bishop Paul II.
Flexible entry to Naples' largest Christian burial sites with an expert guide.
- Do it your way. Visit San Gennaro first with a 1-hour guided tour, and San Gaudioso next within 12 months – or vice versa.
- At the Catacombs of San Gaudioso, see early mosaics like Christ Pantocrator and learn about morbid 17th-century burial processes.
- At the Catacombs of San Gennaro, explore grand crypts, basilicas, and the tombs of Naples' patron saint and bishops.
- Admire intricate frescoes and Byzantine paintings from the 9th and 10th centuries, and a baptismal font commissioned by Bishop Paul II.
Inclusions
- 1-hour guided tour of the San Gaudioso Catacombs with entry
- 1-hour guided tour of the San Gennaro Catacombs with entry
- Entry to Basilica di Santa Maria della Sanità
- Expert English or Italian-speaking guide
- While the Catacombs of San Gennaro are partially accessible, the Catacombs of San Gaudioso are not accessible by wheelchair.
- Street level access to the Catacombs of San Gennaro is in Vicoletto S. Gennaro dei Poveri, 22.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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France
Jun 2025Verified booking
San Genaro is the more beautiful of the two and more impressive. The guide (in English) was very interesting and clear. San gaudioso (included in the same ticket) was less spectacular and the guide much less comprehensible. Nevertheless, this is a must-see on any trip to Naples. Unfortunately, no photos allowed!
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Tania
May 2025Verified booking
Our guide was very interesting and friendly, answering all our questions. Nevertheless, we thought the tour would be a little longer and that we'd see more of the underground passages. You ask for photos, but it's forbidden to take them in the catacombs, which is a shame!
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Pedro
Apr 2025Verified booking
A spectacular tour with a guide, Emanuel, who transmitted information with precision, rhythm, feeling, excellent humor and love for an amazing city.
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Martina
Apr 2025Verified booking
The guide (Valentina) was very good at explaining the route to us, linking past and present and emphasizing the cultural and emotional value of the initiatives carried out by the La Paranza cooperative
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Michael
Jun 2025Verified booking
The discovery, the magical places, the quality of the guides and the tour
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Carl
Jun 2025Verified booking
Great guidenwith food explainations without being too much or too academic.
Annamaria
Jun 2025Verified booking
Beautiful visit our guide Ms. Tecla really great. Highly recommended
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Ackerl
May 2025Verified booking
Both tours were very interesting, but it's a shame that you're not allowed to take any photos!
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Cesare
May 2025Verified booking
Beautiful place, but our guide made it unmissable.
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BOIDRON
May 2025Verified booking
Discover this collection of underground tombs and places of worship
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Julene
May 2025Verified booking
We liked everything, especially how it is managed.
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Fiammetta
Apr 2025Verified booking
The guides in both catacombs were very good, knowledgeable and engaging .
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Jean-Pierre
Apr 2025Verified booking
Very competent guide Good organization
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Combo (Save 5%): Napoli Sotterranea Guided Tour & Sansevero Chapel Entry Tickets
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Explore underground Naples, then admire the iconic Veiled Christ in the Sansevero Chapel Museum.
- Bypass 1.5-hour long queues and journey beneath Naples with a skip-the-line guided tour of Napoli Sotterranea, exploring ancient tunnels and hidden passages.
- Gain priority entry to the Sansevero Chapel Museum and admire the world-renowned Veiled Christ, a masterpiece of sculpted marble.
- Choose between an audio-guided visit or a guided tour at Sansevero Chapel Museum to explore its mysteries in depth.
Explore underground Naples, then admire the iconic Veiled Christ in the Sansevero Chapel Museum.
- Bypass 1.5-hour long queues and journey beneath Naples with a skip-the-line guided tour of Napoli Sotterranea, exploring ancient tunnels and hidden passages.
- Gain priority entry to the Sansevero Chapel Museum and admire the world-renowned Veiled Christ, a masterpiece of sculpted marble.
- Choose between an audio-guided visit or a guided tour at Sansevero Chapel Museum to explore its mysteries in depth.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line entry to Sansevero Chapel and Veiled Christ with audio guide
- Skip-the-line entry to Napoli Sotterranea
- An expert English or Italian-speaking local guide for Napoli Sotterranea tour
Exclusions
- Hotel transfers and transportation
- Meals
- Gratuities
- Your tickets guarantee priority access but there might be a short wait at the entrance since access is limited.
- Napoli Sotterranea can only be accessed through guided tours.
- If you’re visiting with infants, consider using a baby carrier since the attractions are not stroller-friendly.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Susan
Apr 2025Verified booking
Before going on this tour, I thought it sounded a bit gimmicky. But it was recommended by family so we got tickets. Definitely skip The line was very helpful as it is a busy tour. And it was an incredible tour. So much history and you cannot imagine All that has happened underneath the city of Napoli.
Amy
Apr 2025Verified booking
Well organised - got a message before with google maps co ordinates and queue skip! Well worth the visit and well done by the company!
Christine
Mar 2025Verified booking
A subterranean world to discover, sometimes walking in the dark through narrow passages leading to caves. Incredible maze to manage the city's water supply
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Serena
Jun 2025Verified booking
The Veiled Christ and Disenchantment are spectacular. I didn't wait in line and the girls inside were friendly and knowledgeable. Excellent visit
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Sophia
May 2025Verified booking
Interesting tour through the underground of Naples. You will be shown some of the numerous tunnels under the city and told how the inhabitants of Naples used them in times of war. Short narrow passages lead you to a Roman cistern. If you want to see more of these, you should also visit the Lapis Water Museum.
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Denis
May 2025Verified booking
The tour guide was great and also told us an incredible amount. What we didn't think was so good was the size of the group. A few people less and the pace of the tour a little slower, then you could have noticed more and taken a few more photos.
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Arianna
May 2025Verified booking
the entrance instructions were clear the guide who accompanied us was very engaging and precise in his explanation
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Lovison
Apr 2025Verified booking
Wonderful skip the line....it was worth it otherwise the line was really long....very much appreciated the visit, kudos to the guide
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laura
Apr 2025Verified booking
The activity in underground Naples was very nice, and the guide managed to capture the attention of the children (ages 6-9). Very knowledgeable and engaging
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Noli
Mar 2025Verified booking
I loved the tunnels and water chambers and the old lady's house with the cellar, with the anti earthquake walls. I have claustrophobia but I managed the sometimes very tight tunnels. Our guide was fun with a sense of humour but it was often difficult to hear him or follow what he was saying, so we missed a lot of the stories.. which was disappointing.
Dr.
Jun 2025Verified booking
Everything went very well and the tour with the audio guide was very interesting 🤨
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Marika
Jun 2025Verified booking
punctuality ,orderliness ,organization
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maria
Jun 2025Verified booking
excellent guidance and spectacular places under Naples, history throbbing!
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Nadia
Jun 2025Verified booking
Very kind helpful staff
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Silvia
May 2025Verified booking
Maximilian undisputed number 1!!!
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Colin
May 2025Verified booking
The atmosphere here felt great and found the tour interesting
Ursula
May 2025Verified booking
The guide did an excellent job and it was very exciting!
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AJM
May 2025Verified booking
Special location underground, good tour and information
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Gerardo
May 2025Verified booking
Excellent organization and customer service with excellent leadership
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Patrizia
May 2025Verified booking
This experience is perfect for
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Joseph
May 2025Verified booking
Very interresante I liked it very much
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Iryna
May 2025Verified booking
there are unique sculptures, unsurpassed craftsmanship. Photography is prohibited, so I can't add pictures.
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Caterina
May 2025Verified booking
The beauty of the San Severo Chapel and the Veiled Christ
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Laura
May 2025Verified booking
Wonderful experience, to be lived ....
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Alexander
May 2025Verified booking
Experienced guide, well-organized tour without standing in line
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Avoid ticket lines and access Neapolis Sotterrata under the historic San Lorenzo Maggiore Basilica.
- At your own pace, walk through an ancient Roman market complete with squares and shops preserved beneath the modern city of Naples.
- Wander the Sotterrata streets, imagining the past lives of people flocking to bakeries or pacing a courtyard.
- Explore the stunning Gothic interior of San Lorenzo Maggiore, from the Cacace Chapel to the museum.
- View artifacts from Greek to Aragonese periods, including sculptures, frescoes, and historical relics in the Monumental Complex.
Avoid ticket lines and access Neapolis Sotterrata under the historic San Lorenzo Maggiore Basilica.
- At your own pace, walk through an ancient Roman market complete with squares and shops preserved beneath the modern city of Naples.
- Wander the Sotterrata streets, imagining the past lives of people flocking to bakeries or pacing a courtyard.
- Explore the stunning Gothic interior of San Lorenzo Maggiore, from the Cacace Chapel to the museum.
- View artifacts from Greek to Aragonese periods, including sculptures, frescoes, and historical relics in the Monumental Complex.
Inclusions
- Entry to San Lorenzo Maggiore & Neapolis Sotterrata
Exclusions
- Guided tour
- The Sotterrata is not accessible by wheelchair/strollers.
- The entire Monumental Complex, with the exception of the archaeological areas, is easily accessible by wheelchair/strollers.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Apr 2025Verified booking
Manuela
Jan 2025Verified booking
Judas was great, clear and empathetic. Definitely to be recommended
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Clara
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Jul 2024Verified booking
MIGUEL
Jul 2024Verified booking
I was not surprised by the subway Naples of this visit, I thought it was another, like the Bourbon tunnel, it was my fault, but the application and treatment was great thank you. It was all very well organized quite a few groups and the visit was with many people at once.
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ferraiuolo
Jan 2024Verified booking
good morning sincerely there was a misunderstanding with the ticket nn being very clear the purchase I thought it was for napoli underground
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Fabio
Jan 2024Verified booking
Yes but I do not detect the difference between doing a voucher online and doing the ticket on site in fact you always queue and there is no advantage even economically
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mario
Jan 2024Verified booking
Unfortunately (through our own fault) we had intended it to be underground Naples instead of underground Naples. Our mistake
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Nothing special !
NaplesNaples Underground
Make the most of Naples
Why visit Naples Underground?
🏙️See how cities evolve over time: Naples Underground shows the city as a living organism, growing and adapting over 23 centuries. From Greek quarries to Roman aqueducts, WWII shelters to hypogeum gardens, each layer tells a story of human survival and ingenuity.
👩🏻🏫Gain context: With a professional guide, discover the way modern structures are connected to the tunnel system, and how everyone from Caesars, Bourbon kings, and everyday citizens occupied these subterranean galleries for various purposes.
🔦Escape the crowds: Enjoy a refreshing from the hustle and bustle of the topside. Plus, its cool, underground atmosphere provides a welcome respite from the hot Italian sun.
📍Leave the planning aside: Choose from a unique selection of tours and tickets that simplifies your trip into the enormous subsurface strata of Naples.
Read moreYour Naples Underground tickets explained
Access
Type
Starting point
Why choose?
Duration
Tunnels
Piazza San Gaetano, 68
An authorized route takes you through a Greek-Roman Theater, War Museum, C.O.R.E Gallery, and Hypogeum Gardens.
🕒 1.5 hours
Tunnels
Trieste e Trento square (Bar Gambrinus)
The Spanish Quarters tour provides a look into another underground maze of fascinating cavities and galleries, famous for the ancient tuff quarries and aqueducts that made the city.
🕒 1 hour
Ruins
Piazza San Gaetano, 316
Discover the ruins of an ancient Roman market at an archaeological site beneath a Basilica. Explore at your own pace with a free audio guide. Add on a walking tour of Naples city center.
🕒 Flexible
Catacombs
Via Capodimonte
Explore Byzantine frescoes and early Christian art at the Catacombs of San Gennaro.
🕒 1 hour
Catacombs
Via Sanità
Beneath the Basilica of Santa Maria della Sanità, see 5th-century mosaics and a unique fresco by Pascentius.
🕒 1 hour
From happy customers
Susan
Canadaabr, 2025
Before going on this tour, I thought it sounded a bit gimmicky. But it was recommended by family so we got tickets. Definitely skip The line was very helpful as it is a busy tour. And it was an incredible tour. So much history and you cannot imagine All that has happened underneath the city of Napoli.
Naples Underground Skip-the-Line Ticket and Guided Tour
Melanie
may, 2025
The tour was exciting and it was interesting to learn about things we didn't know had happened
Our guide Edward was great and very nice
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Spanish Quarters Underground Guided Tour
Mirko
ene, 2025
The places visited and the guide (Tommaso) who besides explaining well the structures, the functionality over time, the vicissitudes and some characters related to those structures (or municiell), kept everyone entertained, kudos.
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Spanish Quarters Underground Guided Tour
Patrizia
Italyfeb, 2023
Ottima esperienza, un tuffo nel passato che fa riflettere molto. Complimenti per il recupero di questa memoria storica!
Bourbon Tunnel Entry Tickets & Guided Tour
Alessandro
dic, 2022
Interessante la parte di storia relativa al rifugio seconda guerra mondiale, interessante anche la storia borbonica. Per il resto abbastanza simile a Napoli sotterranea.
Bourbon Tunnel Entry Tickets & Guided Tour
Jennifer
may, 2025
We were through the line quickly at Peastum - it was a beautiful! Pompeii was another story as we were not aware of the 1st Sunday of each month being a Museum holiday where everyone egts in free. We waited in line for 2 hours because the "voucher" did not count as a printed ticket aloowing us immediate acccess, and then we were smooshed in through the gates by hoards of people trying to get in before it closed.
Artecard Campania: 2 Museums Pass
Mr
United Kingdomoct, 2023
Easy to use and good value for site entry and getting around. Got on train from Sorrento to Herculaneum not knowing it only stopped a few times a day. Went through to Naples and easily caught the train to Herculaneum without extra cost or trouble. 😂
Artecard Campania: 2 Museums Pass
Jarrousse
Franceabr, 2025
easy access to transport and museums.
but I'd like to take issue with 2 things: the poor explanations on how to activate the card and the need to reactivate it each time it's used.
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Artecard Napoli: 3 Museums Pass
What to see at Naples Underground
Explore the official Napoli Sotterranea
Walk through the sprawling tunnels, admire the Greco-Roman Theater of Nero, and learn something new about botany at the Hypogeum Gardens.
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Plan your visit
Locations
Timings
Accessibility
Dine
Tips
- Napoli Sotterranea | Piazza San Gaetano, 68, 80138 Napoli NA, Italy
- Neapolis Sotterrata & San Lorenzo Maggiore Basilica | Piazza San Gaetano, 316, 80138 Napoli NA, Italy
- Spanish Quarters Underground | Vico S. Anna di Palazzo, 52, 80132 Napoli NA, Italy
- Catacombs of San Gaudioso | Via Sanità, 123, 80136 Napoli NA, Italy
- Catacombs of San Gennaro | Via Capodimonte, 13, 80100 Napoli NA, Italy
Accessible entrance: Vicoletto S. Gennaro dei Poveri, 22
Getting there
- Napoli Sotterranea | 10am to 6pm (Mon to Fri) & 9:30am to 6pm (Sat to Sun)
- Neapolis Sotterrata & San Lorenzo Maggiore Basilica | 9:30am to 5:30pm (Mon to Sun)
- Spanish Quarters Underground | 9:30am to 4:30pm (Mon to Fri) & 9:30am to 6pm (Sat to Sun)
- Catacombs of San Gaudioso | 9:30am to 5pm (Thu to Tue)
- Catacombs of San Gennaro | 10am to 5pm (Thu to Tue)
- The Naples Underground tunnels are not accessible by wheelchair and strollers.
- If you are claustrophobic, you may find the tunnels really uncomfortable.
- These tours are not recommended for people experiencing pregnancy or serious medical conditions like heart problems.
- Service animals with the relevant documentation are very welcome.
Of all the sites mentioned, only the San Lorenzo Maggiore Basilica complex (excluding the Sotterrata) is wheelchair accessible, and the Catacombs of San Gennaro are partially accessible. Street-level access to the Catacombs of San Gennaro is at Vicoletto S. Gennaro dei Poveri, 22.
- Il Pizzaiolo del Presidente: A cozy pizzeria with rustic decor and a warm atmosphere, located 180 m, serving delicious Neapolitan pizza made with high-quality ingredients.
- Pizzeria Starita: A legendary pizzeria, located 1.5 km away, serves classic Neapolitan pizza. Try their classic Margherita pizza or the deep-fried Montanara pizza.
- Osteria da Carmela: This cozy restaurant, located 2.9 km away, serves traditional Neapolitan cuisine in a warm and welcoming ambiance.
- Trattoria da Nennella: A casual and rustic trattoria with a homey feel, located 1.6 km away, serving traditional Neapolitan dishes.
- The peak tourist season is from June to August; book at least three days in advance during these months to enjoy your preferred tour.
- Carry an extra layer even during the hotter months, as it can get pretty chilly underground – especially in the Catacombs of San Gaudioso and San Gennaro.
- Make sure to wear comfortable clothes that would not mind a tear as you have to squeeze through some really thin pathways. The Naples Underground tour involves a lot of walking and some places may have accumulated water, so wear comfortable, closed shoes.
- Oenophiles and bottle collectors, look for and budget for Tufello Wine, one of the oldest wines in the region.
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All your questions about Naples Underground tours answered
What is the difference between Napoli Sotterranea, Neapolis Sotterrata, and the Catacombs of Naples?
Sotterranea means ‘underground’, and refers to the manmade tunnels that can be accessed from Piazza San Gaetano and the Spanish Quarters. Sotterrata means ‘buried’, and refers to the ruins of an ancient marketplace over which the San Lorenzo Maggiore Basilica was constructed. The Catacombs are specifically underground burial places, to pay respects and enjoy quiet reflective moments with the dearly departed. Of the nine catacombs and cave complexes under the Rione Sanità, only San Gennaro, San Gaudioso, San Severo and Fontanelle cemetery have been unearthed. We offer tickets and guided tours to the first two.
Do I need to book tickets in advance to enter the Naples Underground?
While it is possible to get admission if you stand in the on-site queue, booking online and having entry tickets in advance can greatly reduce your waiting time – especially during the peak season.
How much do Naples Underground tours cost?
The cost for visiting the Napoli Sotterranea is between €12 to €15. The Catacombs of Naples cost €13, and San Lorenzo Maggiore and the Neapolis Sotterrata cost €10. If you add on a walking tour of the city, prices can go up to €55.
What does a guided tour of Underground Naples cover?
A guided tour of Underground Naples lasts 1 to 1.5 hours and usually covers ancient aqueducts, cisterns, tuff cavities, performing spaces, and tunnels converted into bomb shelters. Your tour of the Sotterranea, accessible from Piazza San Gaetano or the Spanish Quarters, will typically take you 40 meters below the surface, accompanied by an English or Italian-speaking expert.
Is the Naples Underground wheelchair accessible?
No, the tunnels inside Naples Underground are not wheelchair accessible.
Will I have breathing problems inside the tunnels?
The tunnels can get quite congested in some areas, but you can always come up mid-way if you feel uncomfortable.
What is the cancelation policy for Naples Underground tours?
Most Naples Underground tours can be canceled up to 24 hours before the experience begins to get a full refund. However, the cancellation policy tends to vary depending on the type of tour and the package. It is recommended to check the policy before booking.
What are some attractions near Napoli Sotterranea?
The Royal Palace of Naples is only a few minutes from the tunnels. The Royal Palace of Caserta, Herculaneum, and Pompeii is an hour or so away.
What is the best time to visit the Naples Underground?
The months of October to March would be the best time to visit Naples Underground. Temperatures are milder and crowds are thinner, making it a great time to visit the tunnels. The weekdays, particularly Tuesdays through Thursdays are quieter. Get more information to plan your visit here.
What is the best way to reach Naples Underground?
You can use the public transport, with numerous bus and metro lines serving the areas of Piazza San Gaetano, Quartieri Spagnoli, and Rione Sanità. Get detailed information on the best ways to reach all the locations of Naples Underground here.
What is there to see in the Naples Underground?
The Naples Underground is a collection of manmade tunnels that were essential to the tuff stone architecture and water supply of that are the remains of the ancient Greek and Roman city called ‘Neapolis’. They later became safety chambers during World War II bombings.
Is photography allowed inside the Naples Underground?
Yes, photography is allowed inside Napoli Sotterranea.
Is the Naples Underground wheelchair accessible?
No, the tunnels inside Naples Underground are not wheelchair accessible.
Will I have breathing problems inside the tunnels?
The tunnels are quite congested in some areas, but you can always come up mid-way if you feel uncomfortable.
What are some attractions near Napoli Sotterranea?
The Royal Palace of Naples is only a few minutes from the tunnels. The Royal Palace of Caserta is around 45 mins north, while Herculaneum and Pompeii are around 30-40 mins south.
