City Essentials: First Day • 3 hours 4.9 (158)

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

William Apr 2025

Our guide was a late replacement so she had to find out our preference for the tour when we met. She picked up what we wanted perfectly and took us to many interesting places which we could not have found for ourselves.

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Dyan Apr 2025

Enrico was very bright and friendly and knowledgeable about the culture and history of Napoli. I had no trouble finding him at the meeting spot which was near to my rental apartment. I enjoyed hearing about the customs and culture of this area as well as some obscure details that are not well known. The length of the tour was just right for me.

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Beth Apr 2025

Enya was very proud of Napoli and it showed in her presentation. Her degree in architecture gave her a different perspective. We had a very fun tour and we appreciated Enya’s great sense of humour. Excellent tour and very worth the money.

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Riola Apr 2025

Muy buena guía Daniela. Muy culta así que la visita fue muy interesante y entretenida. Conocimos el centro histórico un poco de la historia de Nápoles. Daniela was a very good guide. She was very knowledgeable, so the tour was very interesting and entertaining. We learned a little about the history of Naples in the historic center.

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Dave Apr 2025

Roberto was fantastic! Walking the city of Naples with him was like visiting an old friend. We really appreciated his stories and recommendations. Ending the tour with a coffee was absolutely perfect!

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Jacqueline Apr 2025

Amazing experience with Nacho - coordination was perfect and his knowledge and insights truly invaluable. Plus he was truly engaged and interested. Great visit and now we have some ideas for some places to spend more time in. Great experience!

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