Naples Mysteries and Legends Tour

Discover the mysteries and legends of Naples with this magical tour. Goblins, fairies, amazing miracles, and more await you! Learn about the deep-rooted beliefs and superstitions of Naples and also visit the elegant church of San Gregorio Armeno and the Treasure of San Gennaro.

Description

At the selected time, we'll meet up in Piazza del Gesù Nuovo square and start walking through the historical center of Naples. Along the way, you'll discover goblins, fairies, miracles, and many legends of Neapolitan popular culture.

In the lively historical center, we'll discover numerous stalls selling amulets, traditionally used to attract the munaciello. We'll explain who this mischievous goblin is and what 'powers' he claims to have. We'll also share information about Bella Mbriana, a benevolent spirit that helps maintain family serenity.

As we walk through the city center, we'll see the elegant church of San Gregorio Armeno, famous for the miracle of Saint Patricia. We'll visit the abbey of this sanctuary, contemplating its baroque fountain and its trees while learning about the history of the saint before heading to the cathedral of Naples.

We will discuss Saint Gennaro, the city’s patron saint, whose mortal remains are believed to predict catastrophes during our visit to his chapel, known as the Treasure of St. Gennaro, filled with art pieces donated by princes and popes over centuries. The tour will conclude as we return to the original starting point after a total of 3 hours.