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Naples Tickets Napoli Sotterranea Opening Hours

Napoli Sotterranea Opening Hours and Tour Times

You can only go down into Napoli Sotterranea with a guide. Tours leave at set times from the entrance at Piazza San Gaetano 68 and take you about 40 meters below the historic center, through Greek quarries, Roman aqueduct tunnels and the shelters Neapolitans used during World War II.

Napoli Sotterranea Tour Schedule

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Napoli Sotterranea Tour Times

Daytime Tours (Italian and English)
Every hour from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Last departure: 6:00 PM

Thursday Evening Tour
9:00 PM, by reservation only, with a minimum of 10 people

Other Languages
Tours in languages other than Italian and English need to be booked in advance.

Included in the Visit
The Greek-Roman Theatre and the Summa Cavea are part of the same visit and take roughly 20 extra minutes.

Naples Underground: Skip-the-line Ticket + Guided Tour

Highlights

Avoid the waiting lines for swift admission.

Discover the subterranean depths of Naples with an expert guide.

See ancient tunnels, a historic theater, and the city’s centuries-old aqueduct.

Gain insights into Naples’ rich past, including its wartime history.

Perfect activity for hot days due to the naturally cool underground environment.

How Much Time to Spend at Napoli Sotterranea?

The underground route takes about an hour. Add roughly 20 minutes for the Greek-Roman Theatre and the Summa Cavea, which are included, and you are looking at around an hour and a half in total.

You reach the tunnels by a long staircase down to about 40 meters, and one optional stretch is a narrow passage you walk through by candlelight. Flat shoes help.

FAQs About Napoli Sotterranea Timings

What time do tours start at Napoli Sotterranea?

The first tour leaves at 10:00 AM and departures continue every hour until 6:00 PM.

How long does the tour take?

About an hour underground, plus around 20 minutes for the Greek-Roman Theatre and the Summa Cavea.

When do English tours run?

English tours follow the same hourly schedule as Italian tours, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Can I take a tour in another language?

Yes, but tours in languages other than Italian and English must be booked in advance.

Is there an evening tour?

Yes. On Thursdays a tour leaves at 9:00 PM. It runs by reservation only and needs at least 10 people.

Where do tours start?

All tours start from the entrance at Piazza San Gaetano 68, marked by white and blue flags. Arrive a few minutes before your slot.

What is the last tour of the day?

The last daytime tour leaves at 6:00 PM.

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