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Sansevero Chapel Museum & Veiled Christ Guided Tour

Veiled Christ sculpture at Sansevero Chapel, Naples, Italy.
Visitors listening to a historian inside Sansevero Chapel, Naples.
Fresco on the ceiling of Sansevero Chapel in Naples depicting angels and clouds.
Sansevero Chapel facade with intricate sculptures and architectural details under a blue sky.

Duration

1 hr 30 min

Open today

09:00am - 07:00pm

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Delve into the Chapel’s art, history and mysteries with expert insights from a historian.

    • Enjoy skip-the-line entry to the Sansevero Chapel at your reserved time slot.

    • Learn about the mysteries and myths associated with the Veiled Christ sculpture from a historian in your chosen language .

    • Check out the anatomical models and explore the chapel’s interiors and other artworks.

    • Skip-the-line entry to Sansevero Chapel and Veiled Christ

    • An expert English, Italian, Spanish or French-speaking local guide

    • Headsets (for groups of more than 10 people)

    • Hotel transfers and transportation

    • Meals

    • Gratuities

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • Join a guided tour of the Sansevero Chapel and Veiled Christ, led by an expert offering insights into its stunning art and history. Starting at Piazza San Domenico Maggiore, you'll explore the chapel's highlights, including its world-famous sculptures and mysterious anatomical exhibits.

    Veiled Christ

    The Veiled Christ sculpted by Giuseppe Sanmartino in 1753, is the chapel’s centerpiece, which depicts Christ covered by a delicate veil that looks shockingly real. The guide will share fascinating details about its creation, intricate craftsmanship, and the myths surrounding its lifelike appearance.

    Sansevero Chapel

    The Sansevero Chapel is a showcase of Rococo art and symbolism. Apart from the Veiled Christ, you’ll see other remarkable sculptures like Modesty and Disillusion. The tour also includes a look at the Anatomical Machines—two preserved skeletons with detailed circulatory systems. As you explore, your guide will reveal the stories of Prince Raimondo di Sangro of Sansevero, the visionary behind this extraordinary place.

  • Veiled Christ

    Monday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:30pm
    TuesdayClosed
    Wednesday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Thursday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Friday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Saturday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:30pm
    Sunday09:00am - 07:00pmlast entry 06:30pm
  • What’s not allowed

    • Food and drinks are not allowed inside the chapel.

    • Photography, videography, and camera equipment are strictly prohibited inside the chapel.

    Accessibility

    • The tour is not wheelchair accessible or stroller-friendly.

    • The chapel is not fully wheelchair accessible. A narrow spiral staircase leading to a room comprising the anatomical models is not ideal for the disabled.

    Additional notes

    • Pets, with the exception of service animals, are not allowed inside the chapel.

    • There is no formal dress code but we recommend wearing modest clothes since the attraction, besides being a museum, is also a place of worship.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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