Private Guided Tour of Naples Catacombs Fontanelle Cemetery & Sanità Quarter

Overview

It is home to the Fontanelle Cemetery, a gem of the city carved out of a tufa cave situated just outside the walls of its Greco-Roman predecessor.

This particular burial site was used in 1656 during an epidemic and continued to be utilized during other plagues occurring in subsequent centuries. The bones housed here became popular amongst Neapolitans who partook in the "pezzentelle souls" ritual; this involved adopting a skull and caring for it with hopes that its story would be revealed through graces or intercessions in a dream.

The knowledgeable guide will explain why this place holds such significance to locals as well as uncovering any legends linked to some of the skulls preserved here. Additionally, visitors may explore nearby baroque churches and buildings throughout the Sanità district.

What’s included

• Expert guide
• Personalized tour
• Admission to Cimitero delle Fontanelle

What’s Exclude

• Food and drinks
• Gratuities
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

Duration: 15 minutes Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Cimitero delle Fontanelle, Via Fontanelle 80, 80136, Naples Italy

The Fontanelle Cemetery is located in the heart of the Rione Sanità and contains over 40,000 bones. It provides an insight into the relationship Neapolitans have with religion, death and luck.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Rione Sanita, Quartiere Stella, Naples Italy

The Rione Sanità is rich in works of art such as churches from the 18th century and noble palaces.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Santa Maria della Sanita, Piazza della Sanita' 14 Piazza Fra Via Sanità e Via Teresa degli Scalzi, 80136, Naples Italy

The Basilica of Santa Maria alla Sanità is a Baroque masterpiece that dates back to the 17th century. It includes a Greek cross plan and leads to the catacombs of San Gaudioso which date back to ancient Roman times.

Duration: 30 minutes

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Additional Information

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Dress code is smart casual
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• Face masks required for travelers in public areas
• Face masks required for guides in public areas
• Social distancing enforced throughout experience
• Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
• Gear/equipment sanitized between use
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Voucher Requirements

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Departure Time

09:30 AM

Departure Point

Materdei, Napoli NA, Italy

Hotel Pickup

Yes

Return Details

Napoli Piazza Cavour, 80137 Naples, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy