Under the heavily populated district of the Stella district are an ancient necropolis. There has been a gravesite here since the 5th century BC, but the current name comes from St. Gaudiosus, who was interred here roughly nine centuries later, in 453 AD. The walls of the catacombs are frescoed with early Christian symbols from this time, the most famous of which are the fresco of Pascentius and the fresco of Madonna della Sanita. Landslides and mudslides in the Late Middle Ages led to the abandonment of the complex, though in the 17th century nobles and clergy were buried here for some time.

Also, visit nearby attractions which are covered in Naples itinerary 3 days.

• Check attraction website for special group tour options, such as the Holy Mile Walk (the Miglio Sacro).
• Disabled accessible.
• Bring a light jacket and wear comfortable shoes.

• Under 18s, Over 65, Students, Groups of 20+: EUR 5
• Schools: EUR 3
• Free for under 6.
• Free for the disabled.

• Guided tours every hour.
• Last admission at 1pm.

• Buses 168, 178, 460, C63, N4, R4 stop
• Subway L2 stop Cavour.

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