Things to Do in Naples

Embark on a captivating 2-hour journey through the hidden gems and iconic sights of Naples! Our panoramic tour is a love letter to those who appreciate the rich tapestry of history woven into every corner of this vibrant city.

Your adventure begins at the historic cable car, where an expert guide will lead you from the bustling heart of Naples to the scenic heights of the Vomero neighborhood. As we ascend, you'll be enchanted by the breathtaking panorama of the Gulf of Naples, revealing the shimmering beauty of Capri and the stunning Sorrento Peninsula. Take a moment to breathe in the fresh sea air as you soak in views of the lungomare (coast) and the majestic monuments that define this remarkable city. As we descend the peaceful Petraio stairs, prepare to be awed by the skyline of Naples’ historic center, framed by the iconic silhouette of Mount Vesuvius. Each step unveils a story, a memory etched in the stones of this ancient city. Our final stop at Corso Vittorio Emanuele offers a delightful view, allowing you to reflect on the sights you’ve witnessed. With a heart full of inspiration and a newfound appreciation for Naples, we’ll make our way to downtown, where the city’s vibrant energy awaits.

Join us on this unforgettable journey, where every view is a postcard, and every moment is a treasure to remember.

•  We will be walking for about 2 hours so wear your most comfortable shoes 🙂 
• Bring your camera to take lots of pictures.
• The funicular ticket costs €1.20. You can buy it at any tobacconist or newsstand.
  
  

Discover Naples with licensed tour guides! 

During our tour we will be talking about history, legends, folklore, monuments and gastronomy of the one of the most fascinating cities in Italy. We will visit the old town of Naples starting from the Dante square and then entering the heart of the city, where to admire the ancient Greek walls, the famous street that cuts Naples in two sides "Spaccanapoli", Pulcinella statue, Santa Chiara area and much more. 

An unforgettable journey through the past, present and future of Naples, which remains one of the most enigmatic cities of Italy! Our goal is to make our visitors understand the great soul of Naples and the Neapolitans. You will recognize us by a WHITE UMBRELLA. 

End Point: close to San Domenico square

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: before the start of the tour, we will be giving radios with earphones so as not to have problems with the noise of the city and so that the tour is of a higher quality ☺️ 
In this case, clients will be asked to pay €2 each for the rent, before the tour starts. Thank you for understanding.

*The tour starts with 7 people minimum. Reservations of more than 6 people per group are not accepted (for example a family/friends/acquaintances of more than 6 people). For groups > 6 people, contact by message, thank you*

**The described route may be altered according to the guide's criteria, weather conditions, or factors external to the execution of our service.

Join us on this two-hour experience to discover the true essence of Neapolitan street food (and more!).
Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Pignasecca market, the oldest and most fascinating in the historic center of Naples. Taste the authentic flavors of tradition - rich in culinary culture - by stopping at six iconic local shops. From the refreshing Spritz to the delicious Pizza, continuing with a cone filled with fried food, Mozzarella and typical Neapolitan sweets, each stop will turn out to be a surprise, along with other delicious dishes to be discovered.

While you taste these delicacies, our guide will tell you about the magnificent stories and legends that lie behind each dish. Lose yourself in the wonderful alleys of the city, where street food is not just about taste but is intertwined with the soul of the city, combining centuries of tradition with unforgettable flavors.

During the tour, we offer tastings for a value of about 7-8 euros per person, in addition to the cost of our guides. At the end of the tour, an adequate contribution to cover the expenses incurred is appreciated.

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the iconic Spanish Neighborhoods of Naples with our expert guide.

During our tour, for two hours, you’ll be immersed in the vibrant street art scene, marveling at stunning murals dedicated to the legendary Maradona (and not only).
Stroll through the charming alleys, alive with the essence of traditional Neapolitan folklore, while uncovering the rich history of this enchanting neighborhood. We will in fact talk about the main churches and buildings in the area and we will take you to the old shops where artisans have been working for generations. Your knowledgeable guide will share fascinating stories of key events and answer all your questions, ensuring you leave with a deeper understanding of Naples’ cultural heritage.

Don’t miss this chance to experience the heart and soul of one of the city’s most beloved districts!

We remind you that payment of the free fee is recommended by debit/credit card, at the end of the tour.

This is an experience aimed at travelers tired of mass tourism, to those who are not on holiday but on travel, to those who seek authenticity everywhere driven by curiosity towards themselves and the world where to immerse with love and respect.

The area of the Quartieri Spagnoli today remains one of the most authentic in Naples, with its characteristic alleys, street art and the locals, will involve you in a whirlwind of emotions and sensations as only this city can do.


I will have the chance to tell you many stories and show you a side of Naples that you might not expect to find, we will talk about the impact of modern tourism and how it could be redirectioned to sustain local culture that still survives despite everything. it will be like a walk among friends, but please remember that for me this is in fact a job in which I spend a lot of time and energy in all its aspects, from the 'touristic' to the social side.

 We will also get to know the local people, now more and more curious about visitors, observing the particular way of living and listening to some history of the place, between cultural associations and squatted churches, local artisans, tailors and shoemakers who continue to make their jobs in the old way, carrying on centuries of Neapolitan traditions and culture, or simple passers-by with the desire to chat or tell some story.

The Spanish Quarters are rich in life and folklore, they smell of the sea and Vesuvius, and visiting them can be something very distant culturally, but it is also a unique experience for those who want to know one of the most authentic and particular realities of Naples!

"Tell me what you eat and I'll tell you who you are" said Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin, French gastronome and politician of the 19th century , and in fact, what better way to get to know the intimacy of a culture than through its food? It is a bit like entering people's houses, peeking into everyday life and exploring the tastes of a culture, which expresses its history, as well as the influences and events that have characterized its experience.

We will go to one of the oldest markets in Naples to explore the local products, with its peculiarities and its strong flavors, often born from the popular needs to feed creatively with few things available. On our trip we will have the opportunity to try local specialities things like mozzarella or provolone del monaco, but also "frittatine di pasta" and other nice ones, before arriving at the typical desserts and the Neapolitan coffee, unique in the world and strictly short and creamy, with its warm and enveloping aromas.

Our will be a journey where step by step we will educate the palate to house increasingly strong and determined flavors, and on this journey it will seem to start from the bottom to reach the top little by little, surely you will not regret it!

Let me know if you have any special food needs and I will think about some alternatives accordingly! 😋

"The discovery of a plate is more precious to humanity than the discovery of a star"

 -Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin

What does a real Neapolitan do when he wants to drink something good?

A tour of the best bars in the historic center where you can enjoy excellent drinks and stroll through the evocative places full of history and legends, relax and enjoy the specialties of the best Neapolitan bartenders .
The tour starts in ancient Portalba, from where you can access the ancient center, until large new banks, where it ends with an excellent artisan rum.
The average cost is 7-8 € per drink. The first, only and true pub visit in Naples, beware of imitations 😉

Have you ever wished to stop traveling as a tourist and start living as a guest? In Naples, every corner tells a story, every face holds a craft, every workshop is a small universe waiting to be explored.

This is not a tour: it’s an encounter. With the ancient gestures of artisans, with the hoarse voice of the alleyways, with the hands that knead, carve, repair, and weave invisible threads between past and present. There is no fixed route, because the people we meet draw the map. We walk, we listen, we step into the living heart of the city, where time has not surrendered to speed and every object tells the story of its maker.

It’s an informal, adaptable experience, shaped by those who join and by the mood of the Neapolitan sky. We talk about craftsmanship, yes, but also about resilience, identity, and a kind of tourism that doesn’t consume, but nurtures. Sometimes we pause for a coffee, roasted on site in a place that smells of wood and sweet smoke, and from there a conversation starts—or a silence that says everything.

This is not a tour to follow. It’s a time to share. Because Naples is not something you visit—it’s something you walk through, breathe in and let into your soul.

Hello everyone! I'm Valeria and I want to invite you to get to know the Rione Sanità with me, who grew up in the heart of Naples!

The Rione Sanità is one of the most suggestive popular neighborhoods of Naples! It contains splendid eighteenth-century architecture, street art by international artists, markets and shops, sacred and profane, art workshops, secret gardens ... There really is everything!
We will cross its main street where the history, traditions and popular culture from ancient times to the present day will be narrated, with a careful look at everything that is also the urban redevelopment and social redemption of the entire neighborhood.

SMALL GROUPS. We aim for quality and contact between guide and traveler! Contact us privately if you find the tour full, and join us!

The tour will only take place when 6 people have booked. If there are less than 6 people, you can still do the tour, but with a fixed price of €80 (total to be divided between participants)✌🏼🙆🏻‍♀️

We will visit:

• San Gennaro Gate
• Spanish Palace or
• Village of the Virgins
• Murals Totò, Troisi and De Filippo. And the birthplace of Totò
• San Felice Palace
• Sanità Square
• Memorial statue Genny Ceserano and history of the Camorra
• Basilica of Santa Maria della Sanità and Catacombs of San Gaudioso (visit not included in the tour price)
• Bridge and elevator Health

This tour goes beyond the classic mass tourism, full of anecdotes and stories of people who have lived in these places and who have seen them change and evolve. They are authentic and personalized experiences!

For an unconventional tour, fun for adults and children alike, follow me!

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Let yourself be transported by local experts, through the alleys where we grew up, the Spanish Quarters among the chaotic and authentic comings and goings of the locals.

SMALL GROUPS. We aim for quality and contact between guide and traveler! Contact us privately if you find the tour full, and join us!
The tour will only take place when 6 people have booked. If there are less than 6 people, you can still do the tour, but with a fixed price of €60 (total to be divided between participants)✌🏼🙆🏻‍♀️

AROUND WITH A LOCAL is a project born to connect travelers from all over the world with local realities, without the traps of mass tourism! All pure authenticity!!

The "Quartieri Spagnoli StreetArt & Traditions" Tour will be a journey through history, culture and famous characters of the Neapolitan tradition through the emerging StreetArt of the neighborhood.

We will see:

• The fantastic Toledo street
• The military quarter of Montecalvario , with its sixteenth-century architecture
• The square dedicated to Maradona , with the large mural from 1990
• The noble district of San Ferdinando , with its markets
• The Street Art of very interesting Neapolitan and international urban artists: Cyop & Kaf, Bosoletti, Leticia Mandragora, Trallallà, and many others.

This tour goes beyond the classic mass tourism, full of anecdotes and stories of people who have lived in these places and who have seen them change and evolve. They are authentic and personalized experiences!

For an authentic tour, away from mass tourism and lively, follow us!

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The Best of Naples walk is a Free Walking Tour that combines the Royal Naples walk with the Old Town tour, taking you from the monumental area of the city, through one of its most important streets, via Toledo, until the most iconic squares of the old town. We will show you the most popular highlights of Naples, busy streets and lively neighborhoods.
You will walk past the main landmarks of the city and you will discover some of its legends, mysteries, and hidden gems. 
This activity includes: 

• Castel Nuovo 
• Galleria Umberto 
• Teatro San Carlo 
• Palazzo Reale 
• Piazza del Plebiscito 
• Via Toledo 
• Piazza del Gesù Nuovo 
• Piazza San Domenico Maggiore*

*Itineraries may be subject to detours or changes depending on how crowded some streets or squares are during the tour.

The Old Town walk is a Free Walking Tour through the ancient streets of Neapolis. We will take you back to Greek and Roman times through the cheerful alleys of ancient Naples. 
Discover history and feel the vibrant heart of modern Naples. Find more about Pizza, Pulcinella and much more! 
This activity includes: 

• Piazza Dante Port’Alba 
• Piazza Bellini 
• Via dei Tribunali 
• San Gregorio 
• Armeno Spaccanapoli 
• Piazza San Domenico Maggiore 
• Piazza del Gesù Nuovo*

*Itineraries may be subject to detours or changes depending on how crowded some streets or squares are during the tour.

Napule è mille culure , sang the great Pino Daniele.
In a beautiful and long tour, you will come with me to discover the history of Naples.
Starting from Piazza Carità, we will enter the heart of Montesanto, the Pignasecca , a beautiful local market full of street food and many colors... We will use the Funicular, ticket price €1.30, to reach Vomero , specifically, the wonderful terrace of San Martino where we can admire one of the most beautiful views of ancient Neapolis.
From here we will begin our descent through the suggestive and panoramic Pedamentina staircase, (414 steps down) we will reach Corso Vittorio Emanuele and going down the San Pasquale stairs we will arrive at Largo Maradona , which has become the true heart of the Spanish Quarters. We will then arrive in Via Portacarrese for admire the street art of Prince Totò .
Afterwards we will reach via Toledo to reach Piazza Del Plebiscito (end of tour) to talk about the history of the KINGDOM OF NAPLES

I'm leaving, I won't forget Via Toledo or all the other neighborhoods of Naples ; in my eyes it is, without any comparison, the most beautiful city in the universe

Henri Beyle Stendhal

Itinerary:
Pignasecca Market
San Martino Terrace
Spanish Quarters
Toledo Street
Plebiscite Square

Please read these instructions before booking:

The tour will be carried out with a minimum presence of 5 paying people
To avoid misunderstandings, I will send a message the day before to ask you to confirm your participation.
Reservations without responses will be cancelled.
For any doubts you can always contact me in chat

We start the tour from Piazza Plebiscito (located in the center of Naples, here I start a brief historical introduction of my city and I will tell you about the mysteries, the traditions of my people and something about food ...) where we see the Royal palace with the eight statues of the various monarchs who reigned in Naples and we visit the neoclassical basilica of San Francesco di Paola, we continue towards the San Carlo theater, the most famous in the world and in front of the theater there is the Galleria Umberto meeting center of the Neapolitans (we visit it). Then this street takes us to Piazza Municipio where we see the port and in the background Vesuvius and Castel Nuovo, of which I will tell you the mysteries ... of Queen Giovanna .... we continue towards the ancient Piazza Borsa passing through Corso Umberto for reach the historic center, the picturesque Spaccanapoli (where I was born) where the treasures become legend and we are in Piazza del Gesu 'where in the center stands the majestic spire of the Immaculate Conception; here we visit the gothic church of Santa Chiara which is the most loved by the Neapolitans and the baroque church of Gesu Nuovo and I will explain the mysteries of its imposing rusticated facade. Then a short stop for a coffee and a Neapolitan sfogliatella near Scaturchio, and in two minutes we are in Piazza Nilo the "body of Naples" I show you all the monuments that there are including the San Severo Chapel where there is a beautiful Veiled Christ, there I will speak of the extraordinary personality of Prince Raimondo Di Sangro. We continue to walk through the typical shops and we are in the famous street of the Neapolitan cribs "San Gregorio Armeno" and a stone's throw we are in Piazza San Gaetano the historic center of Naples during the Greek Roman era where the famous Underground Naples is located. After the square we find ourselves in front of the cathedral of S. Gennaro, the oldest baptistery of the west, which we visit and the tour ends here after I, as a good Neapolitan, tell you the story of the miracle of the blood of San Gennaro patron of Naples

Naples has always fascinated its visitors not only for the royal dynasties that have followed one another or for the rich monumental churches that make it unique, the "eternal city" hides much more, a dense network of mysteries, legends and symbols of absolute interest. A journey through time, suitable for everyone, friends, couples and families with children, seeing the places and facts that public figures, simple citizens or furious revolutionaries have given this enchanting city a unique look. The historic center of Naples with its noble palaces, its legends, its churches, its mysteries ... a unique opportunity for an immersive visit.

Welcome! With this tour we will enter the Neapolitan culture full of symbols, legends and tradition.
You will know the main points of the historic center where its streets, squares, monuments and archaeological remains are full of life. We will take a trip from Greek times to the present day where your five senses will play a fundamental role: admire the heritage wealth that has been preserved for centuries, the good fortune that you will take with you after touching the enigmatic Pulcinella, smell the smell of freshly brewed coffee. , discover the traditional pizzerias in the city that created the most widespread dish in the world and listen to the Neapolitan dialect, which has more roots in common with Spanish than with Italian.

What will we discover on our tour?

• Dante Square (dedicated to the author of the Divine Comedy)
• Bellini Square (with archaeological remains from the Greek period)
• Church of Santa María de las Almas del Purgatorio
• Via Tribunali: the "street of pizza"
• Cathedral of San Genaro (art, faith and the miracle of blood)
• Via San Gregorio Armeno (the culture of the artisan manger)
• Greco-Roman monument of the God Nile (Egyptian heritage)
• Plaza del Gesú (we will reveal a curious legend)

 Among other points ...

 What are you waiting for to discover the historic center in a cosmopolitan city revealing great enigmas and curiosities? Reserve your place now!

See Naples and then return is a tour designed to give you an unforgettable experience.

Visit with me one of the oldest and most evocative historical centers in Italy. Europe. Starting from Piazza Dante we will walk along the famous Spaccanapoli, a UNESCO heritage site, to discover its history, monuments, secrets, legends and lots of street food, then we will cross the beautiful San Gregorio Armeno , the center of the artisanal nativity scene scene workshops. then continue along Via dei Tribunali to go to the Cathedral of Naples where the patron saint of the city, San Gennaro, rests. where our Tour will end and you will already be thinking about when to return.

Itinerary:

• Dante Square
• New Jesus Square
• Basilica of Santa Chiara
• Naples Spaccanapoli
• St. Dominic's Square
• Nile Square
• Purgatory of Naples
• San Gregorio Armeno
• Courts Street
• Banksy Murals
• Naples Cathedral (San Gennaro)

Please read these instructions before booking:

The tour will be carried out with a minimum of 5 paying people and in Italian 🇮🇹.
To avoid misunderstandings I will send a message the day before to ask for confirmation of participation.
Reservations without a response will be cancelled.
For any questions you can always contact me in the application.

Hello travelers, I am a tourist guide, my name is Carmela, I am a kind person with people, I often work with people from other countries. During this tour I will explain all the history, culture and food. I will take you to the charming tourist sites: The Humberto I Gallery, the Town Square, the Maschio Angioino, via Toledo the port, Spaccanapoli street, the church of Jesus Nuovo, the Basilica of Santa Clara, the San Gregorio Armeno street with artisanal stores containing nativity scenes (the Neapolitan crib) and the Cathedral of San Genaro. During this guided tour it is possible to taste good coffee, pizza, sfogliatella and mozzarella.

Hola! We are Valeria, Nunzia and Joanita from Around with a Local, and who can help you discover Naples like a real local. We will show you where to come, where to visit and how to avoid the tramps of massive tourism to experience the authenticity of this unique city. Take this free tour, guided by someone who has vividly learned about life in these places. He lives on history, culture and inolvidable views. A journey that you cannot miss!

If you visit the capital of Campania, no doubts about booking this free tour through Naples. We will visit the historic buildings of the city and visit places such as Piazza Plebiscito, Palacio Real, Catedral de San Gennaro or Galería Umberto I.

What will we see in Naples?

Although we will not access the interior of any museum or monument, we will move on to the following essential monuments of Naples:

• Plebiscite Square.
• Royal Palace of Naples.
• Basilica of San Francesco di Paola.
• Trieste and Trento Square.
• San Carlo Theater.
• Umberto I Gallery.
• Town Hall Square.
• San Giacomo Palace.
• Castle of Maschio Angioino.
• Spaccanapoli: one of the main streets of ancient Naples.
• Gothic Church of Santa Chiara.
• Baroque church of Gesù Nuovo.
• San Gregorio Armeno.
• Cathedral of San Gennaro.

Why reserve this free tour?

This walking route through the historic center is the most complete free tour of Naples because it lasts three hours and, above all, allows you to get to know in depth the most emblematic places of the city.

I propose a pleasant walk that will take place in the Rione Sanità: the neighborhood where Totò was born, "the real Naples".
We will start the experience from Piazza Cavour and enter the lively Borgo dei Vergini.
I will advise you where to eat an excellent pizza and delicious Neapolitan cuisine. I will accompany you among the famous historical buildings of the Sanità district, illustrating the characteristic beauties.
We will continue through the alleys, where Totò's house is located, I will show you the beauties of my neighborhood... during the walk we will see the beautiful works of Street Art present in the neighborhood.
With me you will get to know the Rione Sanità: the “real Naples” genuine, lively and colorful!

NOTE:

The day before the tour I will send a message to request confirmation of participation, in the absence of a response the tour will be cancelled.
NB If the minimum number of participants is not reached, a fixed contribution of 15 euros per person is required.

The historic center of Naples is a unique place in the world: fascinating, chaotic, mysterious and incredibly lively.

It is the beating heart of the city, where past and present merge in the narrow streets, with neighborhood voices and hidden wonders around every corner.

Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1997, it is one of the oldest and densest urban centers in Europe, but also one of the most intense to live: here history is not visited, but breathed.

Among noble palaces, baroque churches, popular legends, ghosts and miracles, every stone tells a story. A walk in the famous Spaccanapoli , the beating heart of the city, allows you to lose yourself among artisan workshops, votive shrines, sounds, scents and colors unknown elsewhere.

Just a few more steps and you will find yourself in the magic of San Gregorio Armeno , the street of nativity scenes, where Neapolitan art, between tradition and creativity, is renewed every day.

And then there is it: the Cathedral of Naples , guardian of the blood of San Gennaro, symbol of faith and identity.

The historic center is all this: history and folklore, art and devotion, mystery and humanity , mixed in a surprising balance.

The tour begins with an appointment at Piazza del Municipio, at the foot of the large structure of San Giacomo degli Spagnoli, Architecture commissioned by Don Pedro de Toledo that stands out on the Angevin pier. The tour proceeds on the front of Castel Nuovo, known to all as Maschio Angioino, a careful visit between history and Templar mysteries. We continue towards the royal quadrilateral formed by the Teatro di San Carlo, the only authentic opera house still in operation today, the Galleria Umberto, an architectural jewel, a copy of the one in Milan. The walk continues towards the Gambrinus literary café, a meeting place for aristocracy and literature such as Gabriele D'Annunzio, Totò, Libero Bovio etc. The highlight of the excursion is Piazza del Plebiscito with the mysteries surrounding the construction of the church of San Francesco di Paola commissioned by Ferdinand IV and the Royal Palace that overlooks the entire Gulf of Naples.

The tour starts from the main square of the city “Piazza del Plebliscito ” and then goes up a side street “via Monte di Dio” which makes us understand how the city is entirely hilly.
We then continue to the Pizzofalcone hill, the site of the first Greek foundation. From the heights you will see a breathtaking and suggestive landscape.
It will be almost a trek to reach the islet of Megaride where the Ovo castle and the medieval sailors' village stand .

I'll tell you about Naples, the capital of a long reign full of monumental emergencies but also of hidden sides where the color is given by the people, by customs and by ancient flavors. The first stop is the church of Santa Caterina in Formiello with Porta Capuana , seat of the ancient court. Second stage SS Apostoli, the Emilian baroque arrives in the city. You then pass through the alleys entering the heart of the old Neapolis to come out through Porta Napoli , the limit between the city of the living and the city of the dead. The path is articulated with emergencies and shops where you can taste Neapolitan delights.