Santa Chiara

Why go

The medieval church was rebuilt after wartime damage, while the cloister retains an exuberant eighteenth-century ceramic scheme. That contrast is the reason to visit both. The archaeological area adds an older layer, making the complex more than a single church stop.

What to look for

• The majolica tiles and painted columns of the cloister
• The broad Gothic space of the basilica
• The archaeological area and museum

Useful to know

• Allow time for the cloister and museum as a distinct visit from the basilica.
• Pair Santa Chiara with Gesù Nuovo across the square to compare their interiors and exteriors.
• Check access to the church and ticketed areas separately before planning your sequence.

Your next visit

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