Visiting the Veiled Christ in Naples: Essential info & tips

By car: Driving is discouraged due to scarce parking and pedestrianized areas in the historic center. Park outside the center and use public transport or walk instead.

Closest parking: There are a few paid parking lots situated close to the chapels:

• Parking Toledo: Via Ottavio Tupputi, 9, 80139 Napoli NA, Italy (900m)
• Garage Sea - Naples: Via Alcide de Gasperi, 37-38, 80133 Napoli NA, Italy (1.1 km)
• Urban Parking | APCOA: Piazzale dell'Immacolatella, 1, 80133 Napoli NA, Italy (1.1 km)

• Restrooms: Toilets are located inside the museum area. Keep in mind that they are limited in number.
• Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi is available inside the chapel and the surrounding streets.
• Bookshop: The chapel has a bookstore within the sacristy, selling souvenirs, puiblications, and other museum-related guides.
• Audio guides: You can rent audio guides in Italian, English, French, Spanish, and German for a certain fee.

• Wheelchair access: Wheelchair users can fully access the nave and sacristy of the chapel. However, the underground chamber is inaccessible due to a narrow 19th-century spiral staircase.
• Access for visually impaired visitors: The chapel offers specialized tours tailored to the needs of visually impaired visitors. Additionally, it provides a certified text that describes the artworks and highlights of the attraction.
• Service animals: Guide dogs are permitted inside the chapel.

• No strict dress code: There is no formal dress code for visiting the Sansevero Chapel, as it is a deconsecrated church turned into a museum.
• Respectful attire: You are encouraged to dress modestly and respectfully due to the chapel's historical and artistic significance.
• Modest dressing: While not mandatory, it is advisable to cover shoulders and knees as a sign of respect, though it is not strictly enforced.
• Practical considerations: Avoid wearing shorts and sleeveless tops to blend in with local customs and show respect for the site.

• You must book your tickets online and in advance. Entry without a prior booking is not permitted.
• All tickets are timed-entry slots. You can enter the chapel at your chosen time slot only. You are allowed a grace period of 15 minutes after your reserved time to enter the venue.
• Prams and baby strollers are not allowed inside the chapel. You can bring a baby carrier instead.
• Photography and filming are strictly prohibited inside the chapel. No tripods and camera equipment are allowed.
• Consuming food and beverages or smoking inside the attraction is strictly prohibited.
• No pets, with the exception of guide dogs for the disabled, are allowed inside.
• Using mobile phones within the premises is not allowed. Talking loudly is discouraged to maintain a respectful atmosphere.
• It is strictly forbidden to touch any statues, sculptures, or exhibits.

Budget hotels

• B&B Corazon de Napoles - 280m (Map)
• Relais San Severo - 1.7 km (Map)

Mid range

• Culture Hotel Centro Storico - 1.6 km (Map)
• Hotel Costantinopoli 104 - 700m (Map)

Luxury

• Santa Chiara Boutique Hotel - 1.5 km (Map)
• Hotel San Francesco al Monte - 2.6 km (Map)

• O'Scemo Trattoria Napulegna: Specializes in seafood and Neapolitan dishes, offering a lively dining experience with local flavors. Try their fresh seafood options and traditional Neapolitan cuisine. Find on Map
• Casa Vittoria: Offers classic Italian cuisine with a blend of tradition and taste. Enjoy dishes like truffle risotto croquettes and homemade gnocchi, paired with an excellent wine selection. Find on Map
• Caffe Svelato: The café serves a variety of beverages, including coffee, beer, wine, and cocktails, along with pastries and snacks. It is also known for offering gluten-free Grom ice cream treats. Find on Map
• Insolito Cucina & Pizzeria: The restaurant serves a variety of Italian dishes, including pizzas, pasta, and local specialties like polpettine fritte and gnocchi alla sorrentina. It offers outdoor seating, is wheelchair accessible, and allows dogs. Find on Map
• La Locanda Gesu Vecchio: A cozy Neapolitan restaurant offering classic dishes like fried mozzarella, aubergine parmigiana, and various fried specialties. It also serves vegetarian and gluten-free options. Find on Map

• Arrive before your scheduled entry time. You are allowed a grace period of 15 minutes after your reserved time to enter.
• Download the ticket PDF to your phone before you go, as signal can be spotty and you might not be able to pull up your email on the spot.
• The chapel is an 18th-century building adapted as a museum. Therefore, facilities, like restrooms or elevators, are limited.

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