Naples Underground: Guided Walking Tour of Rione Sanità & Ipogeo dei Cristallini

Highlights

• Ipogeo dei Cristallini
• Baroque Palaces
• Rione Sanità

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Palazzo Dello Spagnolo

   Pass by

   The Palazzo dello Spagnuolo is one of Naples’ most fascinating hidden gems, nestled in the heart of the Sanità district. Its grand Baroque staircase, designed by Ferdinando Sanfelice, seems to defy gravity, creating a dreamlike setting that captures the essence of Naples’ timeless charm.

2. 2

   Ipogeo dei Cristallini

   40min

   The Ipogeo dei Cristallini is a stunning underground complex in the Sanità district, where ancient Greek tombs reveal a world of vibrant frescoes and illusionistic architecture. This hidden treasure offers a rare glimpse into the artistry and beliefs of Neapolis’ Greek past, preserved in extraordinary detail.

3. 3

   Casa Natale di Toto

   Pass by

   The Casa Natale di Totò, nestled in the Sanità district, is the birthplace of Antonio De Curtis, the beloved Neapolitan actor and comedian known as Totò. Though a simple building, it holds immense sentimental value, embodying the spirit of the neighborhood that shaped the genius of Italy’s most iconic comic legend.

4. 4

   Santa Maria della Sanita

   Pass by

   The Basilica di Santa Maria alla Sanità, known as the church of San Vincenzo ‘o Monacone, is the heart of the Sanità district. Built in the 17th century above an early Christian catacomb, its vibrant yellow façade and majestic dome reflect Naples’ unique blend of Baroque art and deep-rooted spirituality.

5. 5

   Palazzo Sanfelice

   Pass by

   The Palazzo Sanfelice is an architectural masterpiece in the Sanità district, designed in the 18th century by Ferdinando Sanfelice. Its grand staircase, with fluid, almost theatrical lines, transforms the building into a vision of Baroque elegance, embodying the creative spirit of Naples.

Before you go

Location