Undergrounds in Naples

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Explore ancient tunnels and view historic ruins

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The Catacombs of San Gennaro are a fascinating and perfectly preserved insight into thousands of years of Italian history. See the final resting place of Naples's patron saint and discover an intricately adorned tribute to Italy's dead.

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Hypogeum of the Crystallines is an ancient cemetery near Naples. The site dates back 2,300 years – before the Romans – to ancient Greeks who dubbed the city Neapolis (now modern-day Naples). Discovered in 1889 and now open to the public, visitors can explore the ancient tombs hidden under the city's streets. The site boasts burial chambers, ancient frescos, and Greek sculptures that look just as they did thousands of years ago.

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Naples Spanish Quarters Underground is the entryway to Naples' ancient aqueducts and cisterns which date back to the times of Ancient Greece. It is located close to the Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli a Pizzofalcone.

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The Galleria Borbonica, is an underground passage in Naples with a rich history. Built in 1853 by Ferdinand II of Bourbon, the passage was intended as a potential escape tunnel connecting the Royal Palace with the local military barracks. Since then, it's been used as an air-raid shelter by locals during World War II, and today serves as a popular destination for visitors looking to scratch below the surface of Naples – literally.

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Over its thousands of years of history, the final resting place of Saint Gaudiosus has been used as a necropolis, Christian tomb, and mass grave. Now it's a perfectly eerie visitor experience, where you can explore and discover its many macabre secrets!