3-hour walking tour
A journey that will lead us to the discovery of the Borbonica Naples and its masterpieces.
Entering the Bourbon Tunnel will allow you to admire the architectural merits of the Borbonica Gallery and the adjacent cavities, which are part of the Renaissance branches of the Bolla's aqueduct. Furthermore, you will have the chance to visit the caves used during the war as a shelter and to admire the objects found during excavation.
Then, we will walk between the Maschio Angioino, the Umberto I Gallery and the Royal Palace of Naples, one of the four large residences built by the Borboni in Parthenopean land. The tour will continue with the exclusive opening of the San Carlo Theater, an eighteenth-century jewel and one of the oldest operating theaters in Europe.
Some of the most representative pictures of this tour
Discover the main stops of this tour
Surrounded by a Renaissance aqueduct, the Tunnel was built for Ferdinand II of Bourbon in 1853-55 to provide him a safe route in case of riots. It was used then by the citizens as a bomb shelter during the Second World War, and later became an impound lot for cars and motorcycles until 1970. Today, you can enjoy a fascinating and emotional experience here that brings space to life with the story of the Bourbon Tunnel where pieces of sculptures and vintage artifacts are on display.
Also known as Palazzo Reale, is one of the city’s most impressive and famous landmarks. The Palace dominates Piazza del Plebiscito. It is configured as an architectural jewel, a museum and a cultural hub all at the same time. Built in 1600 according to designs by Domenico Fontana, the project was enriched in the 18th century by Luigi Vanvitelli. Today, a visit to the Royal Palace will reveal all of the beauty, opulence and pomposity of the court. The collection of art, statues, tapestries and period furniture, as well as the extraordinary hanging garden will offer you a truly unique experience.
Next to Plebiscito Square, stands the shrine to Italian opera. The building was commissioned in the 18th century by the Bourbon King Charles III of Naples to replace the old and too-small “Teatro San Bartolomeo” of 1621. Nevertheless, the structure appears today in full nineteenth-century style, a change that comes from the restoration done by architect Antonio Nicolini. Inside, the theatre can hold almost 1400 spectators and houses a Museum and Historical Archive.
Some useful information for your experience
Expert and licensed guide, entrance ticket, full on-site assistance, sterilized earphones (from 5 people upwards).
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