Naples: San Gaudioso Catacombs Tour in Italian
ID: GYG114025-O-758838
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Country: Italy
Description
Discover what lies below the ground in Naples with an entry ticket to the Catacombs of San Gaudioso and learn about the mysterious burial rites and macabre rituals with an speaking guide
Travel back in time and explore the Catacombs of San Gaudioso to learn more about the burial rites of early Christians and discover a mysterious world beneath the streets of Naples.
Explore the history of the site and its expansion following the burial of the North African bishop, St. Gaudiosus between 451 and 453 AD. Gaze in wonder at the intensity of early Christian elements, such as the tomb of the saint and the 5th and 6th-century frescoes and mosaics with typical early Christian motifs. Explore the graves reserved for the nobles, dating back to the 17th century, when the catacombs resumed their function as a burial site.
Get a closer look at the finer details, and learn how skulls were placed on display in the walls of the ambulatory in the 17th century. See stunning frescoes by Giovanni Balducci, who refused payment in order to be buried among the city's aristocrats.
Highlights
- Discover what lies beneath the streets of Naples
- Explore the 2nd most important early Christian cemetery in Naples
- See stunning frescoes and macabre tombs decorated with skulls
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The ticket office opens at 9:30 AM
The ticket is valid only for the day and time purchased
It is necessary to arrive at the ticket office 15 minutes before the booked time
Arrival after the tour departure time does not allow you to participate in subsequent tours and receive a refund
Meet at the ticket office of the Catacombs of San Gaudioso
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
