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Naples Underground (Napoli Sotterranea)

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Naples Underground, known as Napoli Sotterranea, is one of the most fascinating attractions in southern Italy. Beneath the busy streets of Naples lies a vast network of tunnels, catacombs, and ancient ruins that date back more than 2,400 years — revealing the city’s hidden past.
From Greek aqueducts and Roman theaters to WWII air shelters, this underground world offers a thrilling journey through time and mystery.

What to See & Do

  • Ancient Aqueducts 💧 walk through narrow tunnels 🚶‍♀️ that once supplied water 🌊 to the ancient city 🏛️💡
  • WWII Shelters 💣 explore underground bunkers 🛡️ used by Neapolitans 🇮🇹 during air raids ✈️🚨
  • Roman Theater Remains 🎭 visit the hidden ruins 🏺 of an ancient Roman theater 🎭 under private homes 🏘️👀
  • Candlelight Walks 🕯️ experience guided tours 🧑‍🏫 lit by lanterns ✨ through the deep caverns 🦇🔦
  • Museum Exhibits 📜 learn about Naples’ underground architecture 🏛️ and engineering ⚙️ over centuries ⏳🧠

How to Get There

  • From Naples Central Station 🚆: 15 minutes ⏱️ by metro 🚇 (Line 1 – Dante Station 🚉) 💨
  • From Piazza del Plebiscito 🏛️: 20-minute walk 🚶‍♂️ or short taxi ride 🚕⏱️
  • Parking 🅿️: Limited ⚠️ in the old town 🏘️ — best to use public transport 🚌 or park near Via Foria 🗺️✅

Travel Tips

  • Wear comfortable shoes 👟 — some tunnels 🔦 are uneven 🚧 and narrow 🤏🥾
  • Bring a light jacket 🧥; temperatures 🌡️ underground stay cool 🥶 year-round ❄️✅
  • Book tours 📅 online 💻 in advance 📞, especially during weekends 🗓️👍
  • Photography 📸 allowed 👍 in most areas 💡 (without flash 🚫💡) ✅📷
  • Combine 🤝 with visits to Spaccanapoli 🏘️, Sansevero Chapel 💡, or the Naples Cathedral ⛪ above ground 🗺️📍

Suggested Itinerary

  • 10:00 AM – Arrive 🧭 at Piazza San Gaetano 🏘️📍
  • 10:15 AM – Join the guided underground tour 🔦🚶‍♀️💨
  • 11:30 AM – Explore the Roman theater section 🎭🏺👀
  • 12:00 PM – Enjoy lunch 🍽️ at a nearby trattoria 🍝 in the historic center 😋👋

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Daily: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (guided tours every hour)

Entry Fee:

€15 (adults), €10 (students), Free for children under 6

Best Time to Visit:

Morning or early afternoon for smaller groups and cooler conditions underground.

Location

📌 Napoli Sotterranea, Piazza San Gaetano 68, Naples, Campania, Italy

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