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Catacombs of San Gaudioso Tour in Naples
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Catacombs of San Gaudioso Tour in Naples

50 min
Naples
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You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
  • Admission to: Catacombs of San Gaudioso
  • English-speaking guide
  • Discounted admission to the Jago Museum (Within 12 months)

Not included: Other personal expenses; Tips and gratuities

Meeting point: Address Catacombs of Saint Gaudiosus Via Sanita, 123, 80136 Napoli NA, Italy Please refer to the map for assistance By bus: Take Bus C51 or C52 to the Basilica Santa Maria della Sanita stop, and walk for about 5 minutes to the catacombs

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Overview

Beneath the lively Sanita district, the Catacombs of San Gaudioso offer a chilling journey through Naples' history. Originally housing Saint Gaudiosus' remains, these crypts expanded over centuries to include nobles and Christian figures. Dating back to Greco-Roman times, they evolved from a necropolis to an early Christian cemetery before being abandoned due to mudslides. Over 1,000 years later, they were repurposed as mass graves during plague and cholera outbreaks. The catacombs' haunting beauty is highlighted by frescoes from Giovanni Balducci, featuring skulls, bones, and a reconstructed skeleton standing guard. For those drawn to macabre history, the Catacombs of San Gaudioso provide an unforgettable, atmospheric glimpse into Naples' past

Highlights

Explore ancient catacombs beneath Sanita, steeped in Naples' fascinating and eerie history
Discover sacred tombs expanded over centuries to house nobles and early Christian figures
Marvel at Giovanni Balducci’s haunting frescoes depicting skulls, bones, and ghostly portraits
Uncover chilling secrets from plague and cholera mass graves in the catacombs

What's included

Admission to: Catacombs of San Gaudioso
English-speaking guide
Discounted admission to the Jago Museum (Within 12 months)

What's not included

Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities

Meeting point

Address Catacombs of Saint Gaudiosus Via Sanita, 123, 80136 Napoli NA, Italy Please refer to the map for assistance By bus: Take Bus C51 or C52 to the Basilica Santa Maria della Sanita stop, and walk for about 5 minutes to the catacombs

The Catacomb of Saint Gaudioso

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.

Additional info

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[Departure] meet up at Catacombe of San Gaudioso. You can choose to depart at the following times: 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking. . Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded. Please arrive at the location 20 mins before the departure time [Attraction/experience] 50 min(s), Guided tour, The Catacomb of Saint Gaudioso [Return] at Catacombe di San Gaudioso, You can choose to return at the following times: 10:50, 11:50, 12:50, 13:50, 14:50, 15:50, 16:50, 17:50. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary. Day {num}
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount Free for children aged 0-5 Free for disabled person Children aged 0-5 must be accompanied by a paying adult Students with valid IDs and seniors aged 65+ are eligible for concession prices
Accessibility This activity is not wheelchair-accessible
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)

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