City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours 4.9
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Kickstart your trip to Naples

Navigate Naples like a pro on your first visit with a 3-hour personalized tour led by a local insider.

Be aware that Naples is deceptively hilly. The old town is fairly flat but it’s a walk either uphill or downhill to get to pretty much anywhere else!

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Familiarize yourself with the best ways to navigate Naples with help from a local insider
  • Discover the heart of the city in its historic center
  • See plenty of ancient landmarks, like Mount Vesuvius and part of the 800-year-old University of Naples Federico II
  • On the ancient street of Via Toledo, let your host suggest the perfect place to enjoy an Neapolitan espresso, gelato or some typical street food
  • Have a helpful host on hand to share tips and recommendations for making the most of your trip

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalized experience
3 hours with a Host
Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)

What’s not included

Food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

Get a three-hour crash course in Naples, from navigating the old streets to learning the distinct character of each district (and squeezing in some sightseeing along the way!). Stroll under the arch of Alba Gate towards the old city of Naples, where you’ll see one of the city’s most famous Neapolitan pizzerias, Sorbillo, and stately buildings belonging to the 800-year-old University of Naples Federico II, one of the oldest in the world. Get a perfect snapshot of Neapolitan life on Via Toledo, a hive of Italian boutiques and popular street food, and enter Toledo Metro, one of Europe’s most famous (and beautiful) metro stations. Not feeling like an honorary local yet? After a photo opportunity with the backdrop of Mount Vesuvius and the island of Capri, you certainly will!

1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?

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What travelers think of this experience

Amanda Jun 2025

Daniela scheduled all that we wanted to see and she was very patient with us oldies. She took care to see that we understood what she was explaining to us. I recommend her as a host.

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Amanda Jun 2025

Daniela coped well with us oldies.

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Linda Jun 2025

Donatella was wonderful. She showed us many sites within our 2 hour tour. She shared her passion and love of her city She was open to all questions we had and answered them fully. We also shared our insights of our country of Canada as well. Would book a private tour again with Viator.

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Iris Jun 2025

Daniela ,our guide, is a local Napoli resident and knows tons of interesting facts and anecdotes regarding the people and places of her city.

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David Jun 2025

Danielle was a wonderful guide! She knows so much about Naples! We learned about the history of Naples as well as current issues/culture. She provided a great experience!

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Amy Jun 2025

I felt held and guided before I ever met Giusy. She answered questions that I had multiple times before I landed in Italy. Giusy had the patience and guidance for me to get through the struggles I had arriving into Naples and locating my B&B. She went over and beyond with genuine hospitality the whole time she took me through her beautiful city of Napoli. Her knowledge that she shared with me was with enthusiasm and love for her home. I hope that everyone that comes to Napoli would have a sliver of attention and guidance that I received the whole time I was Naples and am still receiving in recommendations. Grateful for opportunity to meet her and see a beautiful part of Italy.

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