Catacombs of San Gaudioso
Dating back to the 4th-5th centuries AD, the Catacombs of San Gaudioso blend early Christian burial practices with Renaissance art. Highlights include the striking painted skeleton frescoes, the Madonna della Sanità fresco, and the tomb of Saint Gaudiosus, a North African bishop.
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Explore at your own pace! Start with a full-day ticket and guided tour of San Gennaro or San Gaudioso catacombs, then visit the other catacombs within 12 months.
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Explore the Catacombs of San Gaudioso, home to stunning frescoes and arcosolium burial chambers of early martyrs.
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See the wide crypt that houses San Gaudioso's relics, a significant site of early Christian worship.
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The Catacombs of San Gennaro hold the tomb of Naples' patron saint, surrounded by beautiful frescoes.
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Experience the underground basilica of San Gennaro, an ancient church with fascinating Christian art and historical significance.
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Explore at your own pace! Start with a full-day ticket and guided tour of San Gennaro or San Gaudioso catacombs, then visit the other catacombs within 12 months.
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Explore the Catacombs of San Gaudioso, home to stunning frescoes and arcosolium burial chambers of early martyrs.
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See the wide crypt that houses San Gaudioso's relics, a significant site of early Christian worship.
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The Catacombs of San Gennaro hold the tomb of Naples' patron saint, surrounded by beautiful frescoes.
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Experience the underground basilica of San Gennaro, an ancient church with fascinating Christian art and historical significance.
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Experience an unforgettable guided underground tour of Naples with an experienced English or Italian-speaking guide.
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Explore the resting place of Bishop San Gaudioso and more, all under the bustling Sanità district.
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Step into the world of Gennaro too and discover hidden churches, catacombs, historic neighborhoods, and local markets.
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Experience the eerie beauty of frescoes made from real bones and skulls as they honor the dead in a uniquely macabre way.
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With a ticket upgrade, access a plethora of other monuments and perks in the Campania region. Entry to the first 5 sites will be completely free!
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Fun fact: The catacombs are said to be haunted by the ghost of a young girl who was buried there. Legend has it that if you leave a gift for the girl, she will grant you a wish.
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Experience an unforgettable guided underground tour of Naples with an experienced English or Italian-speaking guide.
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Explore the resting place of Bishop San Gaudioso and more, all under the bustling Sanità district.
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Step into the world of Gennaro too and discover hidden churches, catacombs, historic neighborhoods, and local markets.
-
Experience the eerie beauty of frescoes made from real bones and skulls as they honor the dead in a uniquely macabre way.
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With a ticket upgrade, access a plethora of other monuments and perks in the Campania region. Entry to the first 5 sites will be completely free!
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Fun fact: The catacombs are said to be haunted by the ghost of a young girl who was buried there. Legend has it that if you leave a gift for the girl, she will grant you a wish.
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About Catacombs of San Gaudioso
Hidden beneath Naples' Rione Sanità, the Catacombs of San Gaudioso blend early Christian burial practices with Renaissance art. Highlights include the striking painted skeleton frescoes, the Madonna della Sanità fresco, and the tomb of Saint Gaudiosus, a North African bishop. Dating back to the 4th-5th centuries AD, they offer a rare insight into Naples’ shifting funeral traditions and its timeless reflection on life and mortality. Read on to uncover more about this fascinating site.
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