Underground Naples

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9 / 10

6 expert reviews

“A labyrinth of ancient tunnels hidden below the city holds the ruins of 2,500 years of history. ”

– Atlas Obscura

Time Out Time Out
"These tunnels, aqueducts and chambers date from the dawn of the Greek city of Neapolis in the fourth century." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Guided tours of the city’s ancient water works are wildly popular and a surefire hit with kids." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"Fascinating 90-minute tours of a portion of Naples's fabled underground city provide an initiation into the complex history of the city center." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The 121 stairs lead to Naples' underground passages buried 30-40m below in galleries of tufa." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Underground lies a 450 kilometer labyrinth of chambers and tunnels dating back to the 4th century B.C.E., formed when the Greeks extracted tufa stone to build ancient Neapolis." Full review