Sansevero Chapel

Sansevero Chapel: Our most recommended tours and activities

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  1. Naples: Downtown Tour and Veiled Christ Entry

  Naples is a mixture of colors and perfumes, be enchanted by the warmth of its people and the sounds of daily life. Begin at Piazza Bellini to see the remains of ancient Greek walls. Continue to Piazza del Gesù, one of the most famous squares of the city a few steps away from the historical center. Visit Spaccanapoli, a long and narrow street that divides the old Naples in two perfect halves with shops, restaurants and alleys. Be amazed by the San Domenico Maggiore square with a perfect overlapping of different architectural styles and the pearl of Naples, the Chapel San Severo featuring the statue Cristo Velato by Giuseppe Sanmartino. See the famous statue of the God of Nile river, Piazza St. Gaetano, and the churches of Naples, San Lorenzo and San Paolo Maggiore. The baroque cathedral of Saint Gennaro dates back to the 13th century and is at the heart of the Neapolitan faith. Here the...

  Very nice walk in the center of Naples with a sparkly, energizing and motivational guide.

  Reviewed by Ivan, 20/09/2021
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  2. Naples: Old Town and Veiled Christ Tour

  Start your tour at the entrance to the Cathedral of Naples. Discover a prime example of Neapolitan Gothic and Baroque architecture, which houses the relic of the Blood of San Gennaro, the patron saint of the city.  Explore some of the oldest streets of Naples and make your way to the archaeological area of Carminiello and Mannesi. Learn about the ancient ruins discovered in the area after a bombing raid in 1943. Continue to the basilica church of San Giorgio Maggiore, which has a history dating back to the 4th century AD. See evidence of its early-Christian origins, such as the ancient apse that later became the entrance of the current church.  Make your way along Via San Biagio Dei Librai, colloquially known as "Spaccanapoli." Take in the scents, colors, and sounds of the long narrow street that runs through the heart of the historic center of Naples. On Via San Gregorio Armeno, the h...

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  3. Naples: Guided Fat e-Bike Tour

  You'll begin with a 15-minute briefing throughout which you will be taught how to use your e-bike in the best way possible. You will also be briefed on a few rules which will help you enjoy your safe and fun bike tour to the fullest. Following that, you will begin your panoramic tour through the best squares, castles, and monuments of the city. You will see Piazza del Plebiscito and the Royal Palace, before encountering Via Caracciolo where you will fall in love with the views over the Gulf of Napoli. From there, proceed through Via dei Mille which is complete with luxury shops, before traveling to Mergellina where you can discover its Fountain of Parthenope. You'll then travel to the panoramic terraces of S. Antonio a Posillipo, where you will be shown breathtaking views of the city and Virgiliano Park with views over the gulf, Pozzuoli, and the Islands of Ischia and Procida. You'll f...

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  4. Historic Naples: City Center Guided Walking Tour

  On this two and a half hour walking tour of the stunning Italian city of Naples you’ll start at the Via Duomo, where you can admire a church dear to the Neapolitans as it preserves the bones of San Gennaro, the patron saint of the city. Walking through the winding alleys, you will reach the Sansevero Chapel where the famous Veiled Christ is preserved, an extraordinarily beautiful work of marble, to then arrive at Spaccanapoli, the road that literally divides Naples into two. Here you will discover a series of spectacular places, such as the Church of San Domenico Maggiore, the monastic complex of Santa Chiara and the Church of Gesù Nuovo. Walk along Via Toledo which is flanked by numerous historic buildings including the Palazzo Zevallos Stigliano, now a museum. The tour also includes the magnificent Galleria Umberto I and Piazza Plebiscito, the main square of Naples, where you can see ...

  The walk was a great way to get my bearings in Naples. Manuela my guide was very helpful in pointing out places I could visit during my stay. We must have walked round most of central Naples, with the church with the veiled Christ a particular highlight.

  Reviewed by Rhys, United Kingdom, 31/08/2020
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  5. The Best of Naples Private Walking Tour

  The tour includes a visit to the fascinating square called "Piazza del Gesù" where you will see the church of Gesù Nuovo and the obelisk of Immacolatella. Walk along Spaccanapoli street which follows the same direction of ancient Greeks and Romans street, and admire the Church of Saint Chiara dating back to the 14th century, the square of Saint Domenico, and the famous Chapel San Severo where the majestic statue called "Cristo Velato" of Giuseppe Sammartino is preserved. Next, walk on the street called via dei Tribunali and see the church of Saint Lorenzo dating back to the 13th century, San Gregorio Armeno (the street of nativities), and then the cathedral of Saint Gennaro. This dates back the 13th century, with its great baroque-style chapel where the blood of the Saint is preserved.

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  6. Naples: Private Walking Tour

  Enjoy a private walking tour of Naples to get a full appreciation of its mix of architectural styles, from the elegant 18th-century palazzos to imposing castles and wonderful churches. Founded by ancient Greeks, the city was once the capital of southern Italy, and has been settled by Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans, Swabians, and Spanish Bourbons. Your guide will provide a wealth of history as you explore the historic center, where Neapolitans have lived since the 6th century BC. The tour includes a fascinating walk through the Umberto Primo Gallery and Via Toledo, and a stroll in Piazza del Gesù to see the Church of Gesù Nuovo and the Immacolatella obelisk. Wander down the famous Spaccanapoli to the 14th-century monastery of Santa Chiara and the Piazza San Domenico. In the Cappella San Severo you will find idiosyncratic works of art by 18th century Italian masters, including the C...

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  7. Naples Tour: "Among the Hidden Wonders"

  Naples offers a wealth of art scattered throughout its territory. Many are in the historic center of the city, hidden inside churches or small museums. In the company of a licensed tour guide, you will discover these treasures walking through the alleys of the city.   The Sansevero Chapel is one of the most sought-after places by tourists, who flock to see the famous Veiled Christ. During one of his stays in Naples, Caravaggio left one of his masterpieces: The Seven Works of Mercy. The painting is a collection of characters and scenes that are intertwined. The guide will help you better understand the work of the well-known painter. The last stop on the tour will be the Cathedral of Naples in which the Neapolitan people created a chapel in honor of the patron saint of the city for having survived various catastrophes: the Chapel of the Treasure of San Gennaro, where the relics are kept ...

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  8. Naples Private 4-Hour Walking Tour

  After being picked up from your hotel, apartment, port, train station, or place of choice by your private guide, begin your tour of Italy’s third largest city. Walk through the historic center, declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. See the San Severo Museum Chapel where you can enjoy skip-the-line entrance and check out the marvelous Cristo Velato or veiled Christ sculpture. Walk down the Spaccanapoli street and pass the Teatro di San Carlo, Naples Cathedral, Santa Chiara and the Royal Palace of Naples. Admire the city's most emblematic sights and its great architecture as you get to know the well-known monuments. The tour will last 4 hours, after which you will be dropped off at your location of choice. 

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  9. From Rome: Naples and Amalfi Coast Full-Day Trip

  This tour begins with a pick up in your hotel in Rome. A local and knowledgable guide to Naples will show you all the points of interest, and important and magical places to visit. Your first stops will take you on a walk to Castel Nuovo, also known as Maschio Angioino, the Bourbon King’s Square, and Piazza del Plebiscito. Here you can enjoy the view of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. Passing through the Royal Palace of Naples, you will continue on your walk to the impressive Galleria Umberto and the Teatro di San Carlo. Stop at the famous Gambrinus café for a refreshment. Later, stroll along the Via Toledo and visit the interesting Spanish Quarter. The next stop is at Piazza del Gesù, where you can see the church Gesù Nuovo and its futuristic façade. Here you will find the entrance to the old town and the Spaccanapoli, the street that divides Naples. Continue to San Gregorio Armeno with its...

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  10. Naples: Full-Day Tour with Private Transportation

  Your tour will begin with pick-up from any port or hotel of your choosing in Campania. From here you will embark to see both the historical and more recent parts of this stunning metropolis. You will fist arrive at the Piazza Garibaldi, where you will walk along Corso Umberto I to glimpse the Port of Naples and enjoy the luxurious Riviera di Chiaia. Following this, you will pass by the "Piazza del Gesù" square, where the church of Gesù Nuovo stands. The central street, called "Spaccanapoli", will lead you along the very path which used to be the central avenue (cardo) of the city in ancient times. This street will introduce you to the southern Italian spirit, and among other monuments, you will see the miraculous church and monastery of Saint Chiara, which dates back to the 14th century. Up next you will experience one of the highlights of your tour, the cathedral of Saint Gennaro. You ...