Naples historical center private tour

Overview

If you want to discover Naples through the eyes of a true Neapolitan, to explore its history, legends, customs, cuisine and folklore that make this city so vibrant and fragrant - then this is the experience for you!
It's not just a guided tour - it's an immersion in real life Naples. Even the stones speak here if you know how to listen. The winding streets of the center will bring you to Santa Maria del Purgatorio Church with its hypogeum exposing an ancient cult dear to all Neapolitans – that which honors dead souls mingling sacredness and profanity.

Visitors are also encouraged to meet San Gennaro – patron saint of Naples – who protects his people with miraculous blood-related wonders.

So what are you waiting for Step into Naples with a local by your side and observe its history, legends, customs, food and folklore from up close. This is no ordinary sightseeing trip but an invitation to get lost in one of Italy’s most vibrant cities.

What’s included

• will be served. Coffee or Tea will be offered.

What’s Exclude

• entrance ticket (6 euros per person) for the arched church of Santa Maria del Purgatorio

What To Expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Piazza Bellini, Naples Italy

Visiting the square that serves as the entrance to the ancient city of Neapolis with its former Greek and Roman walls

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore alla Pietrasanta, Piazzetta Pietrasanta 17-19 angolo Via dei Tribunali, 80138, Naples Italy

Exploring the 11th century bell tower and Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore constructed upon ruins of an old temple dedicated to Diana

Duration: 10 minutes
< br >< b > Stop At : Chiesa di San Domenico Maggiore , Piazza San Domenico Maggiore 8A , 80134 , Naples Italy < br >< br > Observing the Dominican Gothic church which has become an iconic representation of Neapolitan Baroque style; many noteworthy individuals have passed through here such as St. Thomas Aquinas , Giordano Bruno and Caravaggio < br >< br > Duration : 15 minutes < br >< br >< b > Stop At : Complesso Museale Santa Maria delle Anime del Purgatorio ad Arco , Via dei Tribunali , 39 , 80138 Napoli NA , Italy < br >< br > Witnessing the veneration of souls in purgatory at "capuzzelle" church ; here ancient sacred rituals blend seamlessly with profane Neapolitan customs < br >< br > Duration : 30 minutes < br >< br >< b > Stop At : Piazza San Gaetano , 80138 Napoli NA , Italy < br >< br > Glimpsing remains from a former Roman forum while admiring amazing sculptures produced at nearby via dei pastori San Gregorio Armeno daily for their nativity scene < Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Duomo di Napoli, Via Duomo 147, 80138, Naples Italy
< Seeing the famous cathedral holding relics of patron saint Saint Gennaro where thrice annually his blood liquefies in a miracle ceremony.< Duration: 30 minutes

Additional Information

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Near public transportation
• Most travelers can participate
• Face masks required for travelers in public areas
• Face masks required for guides in public areas
• Social distancing enforced throughout experience
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability

Voucher Requirements

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Departure Time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
Naples historical center private tour
1/21/2020 - 6/19/2024

Departure Point

Piazza Bellini, 80138 Napoli NA, Italy

Hotel Pickup

Yes

Return Details

Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta, Via Duomo, 147, 80138 Napoli NA, Italy