Take a full day to experience one of Europe’s oldest and most beautiful cities.
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Things to know
Duration:
8 hrs
Suitable for:
Arty Farty, Culture Vulture, Friends, History Buffs
Private Tour:
You and our own professional guide. 100% exclusive
Tickets included:
-Castel Nuovo (€6 pp) -National Archaeological Museum (€8/€13 pp)
Type of tour:
Walking tour – no transport costs are included. Your guide will help you get around on the day.
Other inclusions:
Gratuities optional Customisable - simply ask us
Meeting points: Outside Barclays bank on the corner, where Via S. Brigida meets Via Vittorio Emanuele III
What makes this tour special
A tour perfect for art enthusiasts and culture vultures, Touriocity's full day walking tour of Naples invites you to explore the beauty and history of the city.
Take in the history of the Castel Nuovo and hear tales of battles and intrigue
Enter the Piazza del Gesu and marvel at the Neapolitan architecture
Observe charming churches and locals engaged in their day-to-day lives
Relax with an espresso in the Piazza San Domenico
In the Cathedral of Naples, revere the works of timeless artists such as de Ribera and Lanfranco in the Chapel of the Treasury
See one of the most significant collections of ancient artefacts in the National Archaeological Museum
There’s no doubt that Naples has one of the most impressive historic city centres in Europe, dating back to hundreds of years BC. As designated by UNESCO, it has the largest historic city centre in Europe spanning over 4200 acres.
Castel Nuovo
Your tour begins at one of the country’s largest and most admired castles: Castel Nuovo. Construction began in the late 13th century as a residence for the King of Naples and also to provide security for the city and harbour, hence the castle’s position at the waterfront. Your guide will take you around the inner courtyards and briefly into the museum, recounting many of the stories of battles, royalty and betrayal that happened within these walls.
Historical Centre
After a brisk walk, or an optional taxi ride, you’ll next arrive at Piazza del Gesu, one of the city’s central squares that for centuries has been a hive of local activity. Pass a number of churches as you move east through the city, and in so doing you’ll see ordinary Neapolitans going about their daily business - buying, selling, chatting, propping themselves up against an espresso bar.
Speaking of which it will be time for an espresso of your own in one of the central squares - perhaps Piazza San Domenico. After watching the world go by for a few minutes, you and your guide will move on to one of the highlights of the tour: the Cathedral of Naples.
With almost 1000 years of history and an outward grandeur to match, you will explore the cathedral’s interior and admire the embellishments made by some of the most famous artists of the day, including de Ribera and Lanfranco, in the stunningly beautiful Chapel of the Treasury.
National Archaeological Museum (closed on Tuesday*)
Your final stop of the day will be at the Naples National Archaeological Museum which houses what is widely acknowledged to be one of the most important collections of ancient artefacts in the world.
You will see ancient pieces from Pompeii and Herculaneum, from the old Egyptian civilization, from classical Greece and the Renaissance period. Depending on your interests, your guide will spend more or less time in each section of the museum.
*You and your guide will choose an alternative activity
Travel Curious Tip: Build up an appetite on this tour, and dine at Pizzeria Brandi, the spiritual home of pizza in Naples.
We built this tour because it invites travellers to explore the art and architecture of a city of ancient civilisations.
FAQ
QWill there be other people on the tour or is it just us?
AAll of our tours are 100% private and exclusive, which means that it will just be you, your group and your guide on the tour.
Your tour will be completely tailored to your needs and we will make sure to find a guide that best suits your group.
QAre entrance tickets and transport included in the cost of the tour?
AIn the ‘Things to Know’ section at the top of this page you will find details of whatever entrance tickets and transport are included in the tour. If you have any questions about this, then you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to <hello@touriocity.com> or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).
QWhat is your cancellation policy?
AOn tours cancelled more than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are happy to offer our customers a full refund - minus a 5% credit card fee and the cost of any tickets that have been purchased.
For tours cancelled less than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are unfortunately unable to offer refunds. If you would like to reschedule a tour, this is usually possible if we are given enough notice, but we cannot guarantee the same guide.
Changes made to bookings may be subject to rebooking fees to cover the cost of tickets purchased, transport, guide rescheduling and administration.
To cancel or change your booking, please contact us at <hello@touriocity.com> or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).
QWho do I contact if I have any questions about this tour or if I want to make changes to my tour?
AAt Touriocity, we provide a free concierge service to help you plan your time abroad and they will be able to answer any questions you may have about this tour or any other tours. We are normally able to customise or personalise tours to suit your needs.
Please do get in touch by either using the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, sending an email to <hello@tourioicity.com> or calling 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).
QAm I able to book more than one tour?
AAbsolutely, you can book as many tours as you like! You can add them to your cart by clicking the ‘Book Now’ button or you can get in touch and we can put together an itinerary for you. To get in touch, you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to <hello@touriocity.com> or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK).
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