Catacombe dei Cappuccini di Palermo

I liked it, although I find they were extremely strict about taking amateur photos which are either way on the web but.. oh well, whatever. Not sure if it's worth the walk, but if you have nothing else to do it's an interesting and gross experience. Tickets are on the spot. Doesn't even smell bad, they're very well dried lol.

4.5 stars. While the experience was fascinating, I felt it could have benefited from more guidance. I sneaked in a group with a guide who explained the details of the exhibits, greatly enhancing the visit. Without that context, it would have felt like simply walking among mummies and skeletons. Although that can be exciting for someone like me, who is intrigued by death, it’s a shame to miss out on the rich stories, legends, and techniques of mummification and embalming. It would be wonderful to have audio or printed tours available to help guide visitors through this unique site.

I have mixed feelings. Very strange experience and not sure if worth a tour. I agree with people form opinions: go if you have nothing better to do or if you’re interested in this kind of things. No book guides, no English subtitles about who’s that and why. Recommend to read a little in the Internet. You cannot pay by card. Cash only or you can make a bank transfer.

A very interesting place. My husband and I like to visit catacombs and we found this one to be especially different from what we have seen so far. I guess in the end … Memento mori.

It's very different experience. Not too much explaining material just 8000 dead people on the walls and coffins and under your feet. Some looking like sleeping, others just bones in their best clothes. But it was the experience that you will never get anywhere else, it is humbling. From the respect to the dead you can't take any photos. And you also don't want to take them home with you. Be aware, there will be many bodies of children.

These are the living dead. Here you will find souls form all walks of life preserved in their glory - as if in suspended animation. Recommend a guided tour or having a knowledge of the history as it adds to the marvel of the site.

You will find that it is as described on the website. Entrance fee is 5 Euros so don't let tourist traps make you pay huge fees. You don't need a private tour. Yes, there is a queue to get tickets but it goes fast and it's an easy way in/out. Paying cash makes it even faster. Once inside the catacombs, in the main large tunnel, there is a QR code on a left wall to scan, which directs you to an excellent explanation of each section of the catacombs, how it became the way it is, and why. It's enough to understand what you are seeing. While in the catacombs, people may line up behind you but don't let them rush you. There is plenty of room to be overtaken, if you want to linger a bit. The minor point : I only saw ONE QR code panel, and it's small. There should be more and at least one directly at the entrance, because if you miss it inside, tough luck! Also, even though small children are allowed in, am not sure it is a good idea to bring them there. If you do, be ready to explain ( a lot!), talk about death and prepare for potential nightmares, as it can be quite unsettling seeing so many corpses exposed like that.

This is a very surreal and fascinating place to visit. It is not advisable to go if you are squeamish or sensitive. Also, it is not a suitable place for young children to visit. Some of the features on some of those at rest show clear anguish and pain at the time of death. No photos are allowed in the site. Everyone during my visit was very quiet and reverential and please ensure you are the same if you decide to visit.