Naples: The Veiled Christ, Spaccanapoli and Pio Monte della Misericordia
Focus
What makes this tour Special
What to Expect
PRIVATE TOUR
Enjoy your tour with your own private tour expert at your party's disposal only
DURATION
2.5 hours
START TIME
09:00 - 15:00
NOT AVAILABLE
Tuesday
ENTRANCE TICKETS
Entrance tickets are included! Enjoy your tour!
WHEELCHAIRS
Wheelchairs may need to take a slightly alternative path through the city center.
- Private Official Guide
- Tickets to Sansevero Chapel (The Veiled Christ) and to Pio Monte della Misericordia
- Transfers from/to Hotel and from Pio Monte della Misericordia to Sansevero Chapel
Sites you’ll visit
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Pio Monte della Misericordia
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The Seven Works of Mercy
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Spaccanapoli
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Sansevero Chapel
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The Veiled Christ
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Pio Monte della Misericordia is a historic charitable institution in Naples, best known for housing Caravaggio’s masterpiece, The Seven Works of Mercy. This powerful painting, rich in dramatic light and shadow, embodies the mission of the institution and remains one of the most significant works of art in the city. The building itself offers a quiet, elegant setting to reflect on Naples’ deep ties to faith, art, and compassion.
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The Seven Works of Mercy is a powerful altarpiece painted by Caravaggio in 1607 for the Pio Monte della Misericordia in Naples. In a single, dramatic scene filled with dynamic movement and striking contrasts of light and shadow, Caravaggio combines all seven acts of corporal mercy into one composition. The painting is a masterful example of his ability to blend deep spiritual meaning with raw human emotion, making it one of the most important Baroque works in Naples.
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Spaccanapoli is the vibrant heart of Naples, a narrow main street slicing the city's historic center in half. This lively quarter is steeped in history, bustling with ancient churches, historic buildings, artisan shops, and traditional eateries, embodying the chaotic charm and timeless beauty of Naples in a nutshell.
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The Sansevero Chapel in Naples is renowned for its remarkable sculptures and intricate art, most famously the Veiled Christ. This historic site combines beauty, mystery, and legend, making it a captivating highlight of Neapolitan culture.
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The Veiled Christ (Cristo Velato), housed in the Sansevero Chapel, is one of the most extraordinary sculptures in the world. Carved from a single block of marble by Giuseppe Sanmartino in 1753, it depicts Christ lying under an incredibly delicate shroud—so lifelike that it seems transparent. The work is celebrated for its emotional intensity and astonishing technical perfection.
Tour description
Discover the artistic and spiritual heart of Naples on this 2.5-hour private tour, featuring two of the city’s most extraordinary masterpieces: the Veiled Christ and Caravaggio’s The Seven Works of Mercy. With your private guide and all tickets included, you’ll walk through the vibrant streets of the historic center and gain a deeper understanding of Naples’ soul through its most moving works of art.
Your tour begins in Spaccanapoli, the narrow, ancient street that cuts through the heart of the city. As you walk along its lively path, your guide will share stories, legends, and curiosities that bring Naples' layered history to life—from ancient times to today. Street shrines, artisan workshops, and centuries-old palaces line your way, immersing you in the city's authentic rhythm.
The first highlight of your tour is the visit to the Sansevero Chapel, home to the world-famous Veiled Christ. This marble masterpiece by Giuseppe Sanmartino leaves visitors in awe with its delicate veil carved entirely from stone. The realism and emotion captured in the sculpture make it one of the most admired artworks in the world. Your guide will reveal the symbolism behind the piece and share the fascinating history of the chapel and its eccentric founder, Raimondo di Sangro.
Next, you'll visit the elegant Pio Monte della Misericordia, a historic charitable institution that houses Caravaggio’s The Seven Works of Mercy, painted in 1607. This intense, multi-figure composition showcases Caravaggio’s genius in blending faith and realism through dramatic use of light and shadow. Your guide will help you decode the complex narrative and artistic choices, shedding light on how the painting reflects the spirit of Naples in the early 17th century.
This tour is a journey into the soul of the city, where art, faith, and everyday life intertwine. With a dedicated private guide, you’ll explore each site at your own pace, ask questions, and enjoy a rich, personal connection to the masterpieces you encounter.
Whether you're an art lover, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about the hidden beauty of Naples, this walking tour offers an unforgettable experience through its streets, stories, and treasures.
Full Refund Cancellation Policy
The policies are included and non-optional.
- Dolce Vita policy is applied on all Standard Bookings placed more than 72 hours from the date of the event. We provide all our customers with Refundable Terms up to 72 hours from the date of the event for any reason. To apply for a refund including where your tour is cancelled or changed by Eyes of Rome®, please contact our customer service team at info@eyesofrome.com.
- Peace of Mind policy is applied on Selected Bookings and on all Bookings placed within 72 hours from the date of the event. We provide all our customers with Refundable Terms so if you are unable to attend your booking due to unforeseen circumstances outside of your control you may be entitled to a refund - please see our full set of Refundable Terms and Conditions here. To apply for a refund, please find the instructions on how to apply in the booking confirmation email you received after payment.
