Archaeological Sites in Naples

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Walk through the preserved streets of an ancient city frozen in time by Mount Vesuvius

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Naples Underground is easy to reach by metro or bus and takes guests on an amazing underground tour of a city that's over 2400 years old! See the ancient aquaduct that's been providing the city with water for 23 centuries, an ancient theater, and more! You won't believe what's down there.

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Hike the historic volcano, learn about 79 AD eruption, and visit preserved Roman cities.

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Explore the ruins of an ancient Roman town and learn about its history before the eruption

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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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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!

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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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Excavations of Oplontis, a Roman archaeological site near Pompeii, have unearthed remarkably preserved villas and frescoes, offering a vivid glimpse into ancient Roman life and architecture. The ongoing excavations continue to unravel the rich history and cultural heritage of this buried city, shedding light on the luxurious lifestyle and artistic flair of the elite during the Roman era.

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Book a Naples Underground and Catacombs tour and descend into the depths of ancient passageways