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Naples Underground Guided Tour

Naples & Pompeii, ItalyAbout 1.5 hoursGuided in English

Go 40 metres below the historic centre into Greek-era quarries, Roman cisterns and wartime shelters with a guide. A cool escape on a hot Naples day.

About 1.5 hoursExplore at your own pace
Group tourKeeps the experience personal
EnglishLive guide or host
CancellationNon-refundable: tickets are issued for your chosen date and time

Highlights

  • Ancient quarries and cisterns
  • A narrow candle-lit passage
  • Second World War shelters
  • Remains of a Roman theatre
  • Guided by locals who know the tunnels

Full description

The city of Naples is built from yellow tuff stone, and the quarries that supplied it left a second city underground. Over the centuries the cavities became aqueducts and cisterns, and in the Second World War they sheltered thousands of people from air raids.

This guided visit leads you down a long staircase into the tunnels, through narrow passages lit by candle at one point, and to the remains of a Roman theatre hidden beneath ordinary houses. Route details may vary by operator and are confirmed with your booking.

Itinerary

  1. Descend

    Walk down around 130 steps into the tunnels.

  2. Cisterns and shelters

    Quarries, cisterns and wartime traces with your guide.

  3. Roman theatre

    Back above ground to see the hidden theatre remains.

Included

  • Guided tour
  • Entry to the underground site

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Transport
  • Gratuities

Meeting point

Confirmed in your booking documents; on Via dei Tribunali area, historic centre of Naples.The exact spot and your host's details arrive with your confirmation.

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Know before you go

  • One passage is very narrow and can be skipped; tell the guide if you are claustrophobic.
  • It is around 18 °C underground all year; bring a layer.
  • Many steps: not suitable for wheelchairs.

Frequently asked questions

How deep do we go?

About 40 metres below street level.

Is it suitable for kids?

Yes, children usually enjoy it; they must be with an adult.

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