How much do Catacombs of San Gennaro tickets cost?
What’s included — and what’s not
Usually included
- A live, local guide for the whole ~1-hour tour
- Timed entry to the catacombs
- Free cancellation and instant confirmation
- With the combo: entry to the Sanità basilica too
Not included
- Transport to Via Capodimonte (metro, bus or taxi)
- Food, drinks and a customary guide gratuity
- Other Naples sites (Duomo, Capodimonte) — separate tickets
Ticket prices compared
Here’s how the main options stack up on price, length and what you get.
| Naples: San Gaudioso Catacombs Guided Tour | Most bookedNaples: Catacombs of San Gennaro Entry Ticket & Guided Tour | Naples: The Holy Mile (Miglio Sacro) 3-Hour Guided Tour | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $15 | $15 | $22 |
| Duration | ~1 hr | ~1 hr | 3 hrs |
| What you see | San Gaudioso | San Gennaro | Sanità + catacomb |
| Valid | 12 months (combo) | Single visit | Single visit |
| Best for | Combo visitors | First-timers | Deep dive |
| View → | Book this → | View → |
The combo ticket is usually the best value — it adds a whole second catacomb for little more than a single site, and you have a year to use it.
How to pay less
Book online ahead (it secures your slot and language), choose the combo if you want both catacombs, and bring proof of age for youth or child reductions. See live prices on the tickets page, or read what the tour includes.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Catacombs of San Gennaro ticket?
Guided-tour tickets start at around $15 per adult, with reductions for young people and free entry for small children. The San Gaudioso combo and the Holy Mile walk cost a little more. See the breakdown above.
Is the guide included in the price?
Yes — the catacombs can only be visited with a guide, and the guided tour is included in the ticket price. There’s nothing extra to pay on the door.
Are there discounts?
There are usually reduced rates for young people and free or reduced entry for small children; the combo ticket is the best value if you want to see both catacombs. Check the live booking page for current rates.
Is a tip expected?
A gratuity for your guide is customary but never required — tip what you feel the tour was worth if you enjoyed it.