Cappella Sansevero, Naples

Name: Cappella Sansevero
Address: Via Francesco de Sanctis, 19/21, Naples, 80134, Italy
Telephone: +39 081 551 8470

#46 among attractions in Naples

Museum, Art museum, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

The Cappella Sansevero is a chapel located on Via Francesco de Sanctis 19, just northwest of the church of San Domenico Maggiore, in the historic center of Naples, Italy. The chapel is more properly named the Chapel of Santa Maria della Pietà. It contains works of Rococo art by some of the leading Italian artists of the 18th century. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: BaroqueCoordinates: 40°50'57"N, 14°15'18"E

Address

Via Francesco de Sanctis, 19/21Municipalità 2 (Pendino)Naples 80134 Italy

Contact

+39 081 551 8470

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Day trips

Cappella Sansevero – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Cappella Sansevero open?

Cappella Sansevero is open:

Monday 9:30 am - 6:30 pm
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 9:30 am - 6:30 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 6:30 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 6:30 pm
Saturday 9:30 am - 6:30 pm
Sunday 9:30 am - 6:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Cappella Sansevero?

Nearby attractions include Palazzo di Sangro, Naples (1 min walk), San Domenico Maggiore, Naples (2 min walk), Palazzo d'Afflitto, Naples (2 min walk), Palazzo del Panormita, Naples (2 min walk).

How to get to Cappella Sansevero by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cappella Sansevero:

Metro

Dante • Lines: 1 (7 min walk)
Museo • Lines: 1 (9 min walk)

Bus

Piazza Dante - Port'Alba • Lines: 139, 168, 178, 182, 584 (7 min walk)
Costantinopoli • Lines: 139, 147, 168, 178, 182, 184, 584, R4 (8 min walk)

Train

Napoli Piazza Cavour (11 min walk)
Montesanto (14 min walk)

Tram

Via Marina - Orefici • Lines: 1, 4 (11 min walk)
Via Colombo - De Gasperi • Lines: 1, 4 (14 min walk)

Light rail

Napoli Porta Nolana • Lines: 12, 13, 14, 7, 9 (20 min walk)
Napoli Garibaldi • Lines: 12, 13, 14, 7, 9 (25 min walk)