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The best of Naples 2 hour private walking tour

4.6(9)Naples1 hour
TRIPADVISOR4.6(9)

Description

Discover the best of Naples with this 2-hour guided visit led by an expert local guide. Don't miss the chance to be guided in the heart of Naples where you will feel the authentic Neapolitan mood. The guide will show you the churches and palazzos, as well as the main streets and buildings dating back to the Greeks. Walk through streets like Spaccanapoli and via dei Tribunali (which used to be the old main roads in ancient times) or San Gregorio Armeno to enjoy the best of Neapolitan handcraft. Finally visit the Duomo, the main church in town and discover the history and worship of the beloved Saint Gennaro.

Tour Options

Naples walking tour

Itinerary

10 min

You will meet your guide in Piazza del Gesù Nuovo.

10 min

Walking through the fascinating Piazza del Gesù and see the Church of Gesù Nuovo. The church of Gesu' Nuovo is an exquisite example of the Baroque, from the unique façade faced with diamond-shaped ashlars to the marvellous interiors in marble.

10 min

Located just off Piazza del Gesù on the western end of Centro Storico, Santa Chiara is one of the most beautiful and beloved churches in Naples. Set in a walled, citadel like complex, the church is rare example of the city’s austere Gothic history and a pleasant contrast to the countless churches that were highly ornamented during the Baroque era.

10 min

Located just off Piazza del Gesù on the western end of Centro Storico, Santa Chiara is one of the most beautiful and beloved churches in Naples. Set in a walled, citadel like complex, the church is rare example of the city’s austere Gothic history and a pleasant contrast to the countless churches that were highly ornamented during the Baroque era.

10 min

The San Domenico Maggiore Square was laid between the 15th and 19th centuries during the reign of the Aragonese rulers. They made it one of the most important centers of the city. The square is surrounded by many important structures. The San Domenico Maggiore Square has an important monument at its center. It is an obelisk erected by Dominican monks of San Martino after a plague killed a large portion of the population of Naples in 1656. The statue on top is that of San Domenico di Guzman, the founder of the Dominican order. Other notable buildings flanking the square are the Palazzo Petrucci, the oldest surviving building in Naples, the San Domenico Maggiore church and the adjacent abbey, that was the original seat of the university of Naples and the Palazzo Sangro di Sansevero, the residence of the family of the early scientist and innovator, Raimondo di Sangro, Prince of Sansevero.

10 min

Spaccanapoli is the straight and narrow main street that traverses the old, historic center of the city of Naples, Italy. The name is a popular usage and means, literally, "Naples splitter". The name is derived from the fact that it is very long and from above it seems to divide that part of the city.

10 min

San Lorenzo Maggiore is one of the oldest basilicas in Naples, located on the site of the ancient Greek agora and the Roman forum, on the ancient way decumanus maximus, in the historic center. Dating back to the 13th century, its interior has retained its Gothic style

10 min

Pass through the narrow via dei Tribunali to see Naples at its most characteristic.

15 min

Walk through the street called San Gregorio Armeno, the famous street of the nativity scenes

15 min

The Duomo is a 14th century French Gothic church and was built by the Angevins and is the seat of the Naples Archdiocese. Naples Cathedral is also home to the Crypt and the Chapel of Naples Patron Saint, San Gennaro and it is where the Festival of San Gennaro, the infamous blood liquefaction ceremony takes place three times a year. The visit ends with the Duomo.

Highlights

Private guidance and assistance

What's included

Included
Private guidance and assistance
Not included
Any kind of transportation
Meals/drinks
Admission fees

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Activity level: Minimal
  • Children must be accompanied by adult

Reviews(9)

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reinec2026
April 2, 2026
not to be repeated

On a 2-hour tour we only saw the chapel of the veiled Christ wrong information about the meeting place We were on time 50 m from the place after several calls they had to see but apparently we were invisible, my husband sent them a picture where we were but seen people

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isidorom988
October 4, 2025
Naples royal palace and Spanish quarters

Day in Naples guided tour of the Royal Palace and Spanish quarters. Drive Luca. Very nice experience, very knowledgeable and competent local guide, super!

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Federica G
April 21, 2025
Visit to the ancient center of Naples

The guide Carlo Zarone guided us through the ancient center of Naples in an engaging and inclusive way explaining in an understandable way for both adults and children my compliments.

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marinamK4086OB
December 28, 2024
Naples 🔝

Excellent organization, well chosen and spectacular places visited, super nice and efficient Luca, our guide: again a thank you from the lady “animalist” 😉

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J695RJfernandob
October 27, 2023
Naples on tour

A very interesting visit to a city rich in history and tradition accompanied by Edoardo who guided us with sympathy and preparation into the heart of the city, giving us a description of the places which, in addition to history and culture, also combined popular tradition. Really very beautiful and ideal for enjoying the riches of Neapolitan baroque.

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GiannisKG
April 21, 2023
Perfect Short Tour For a Family With Young Kids and Limited Attention Span!

We had a wonderful tour of Naples' historic center and Spaccanapoli. Our guide, Ivan, was very informative and pointed out a number of things that we would have missed on our own, as well as placing many of the sights into a historical context. Highly recommend.

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Carla B
January 7, 2023
6 January in Naples

With regard to the January 6 guide to the Royal Palace and Naples Monumental, our heartfelt congratulations x the excellent guide assigned to us : Carlo!! A professional person to the nth degree, engaging and super competent. Listening to his stories was like immersing yourself in a centuries-old and fascinating story! There is so much to see in Naples!! We'll be back! Thank you.

Operator response

Ciao Carla, grazie per la tua bellissima recensione! Siamo molto felici che il tour sia stato di tuo gradimento e che Carlo, la nostra guida, abbia saputo coinvolgerti nelle sue spiegazioni. Speriamo di poterti ospitare nuovamente per altri tour con noi!

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southwind910
June 22, 2022
Naples 101

Paola provided us with a great introduction to Naples. She tailored the tour to our interests and was very knowledgable about subjects beyond the itinerary.

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T8133FUleonardol
August 6, 2020
Beautiful

Very good Giulia! Very prepared and passionate, despite the heat and fatigue we would listen and follow you for hours! Thanks from Barbara, Leonardo and Jonathan from Pisa

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