Top Naples Cultural Tours

Naples is one of Italy’s most food-centric cities, but it takes a local insider to discover the best spots to sample the local specialties. With this small-group tour, join a foodie guide to snack and sip your way through the historic center, stopping to feast on savory delicacies like pizza, mozzarella, and taralli plus sweet sfogliatella, baba, and gelato.

Visiting both Pompeii and Mt. Vesuvius in one day from Naples means taking on unfamiliar train and bus routes. Save time and skirt the stress on this day trip that takes care of the tricky logistics. Bypass the crowds with skip-the-line entry to the ruins of ancient Pompeii and gain a deeper understanding of their history with a guided tour. Then travel up the slopes of the volcano itself to marvel at the crater and bay views before returning to Naples

Cruise passengers docking in Naples have limited time ashore, and reaching Pompeii independently can eat up most of it. On this private tour, your guide meets you at the port and drives you straight to the ruins to explore at a more relaxed pace. Entry tickets are included, and your return to port carefully timed with your cruise ship departure.

Get a true taste of one of Italy's culinary capitals on a food and sightseeing tour of Naples. Spend some time exploring the city, stopping at the city's main squares and basilicas, as well as at hidden eateries to sample traditional dishes. Learn the history of Naples as you make your way from one mini-feast to the next, dining on everything from zucchini flowers and spritzes to ragù, baccalà, and pizza. Come hungry: the tasting tour is a meal in itself.

Naples has been inhabited for almost 3,000 years and much of the city’s past is hidden beneath the modern streets. Secure your spot on an official Naples Underground (Napoli Sotterranea) tour, the only way to venture below ground and explore the city’s buried history. Admire the ancient Neapolitan aqueduct and WWII air raid shelters, all with an official site guide. Admission and skip-the-line entry are included in the tour price.

Explore the incredible excavation sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, as well as the volcano that buried both cities in the first century, on this private tour. Drive to nearly the top of Mt. Vesuvius for a walk to the crater. Travel back in time to see what remains of Herculaneum and Pompeii, both cities remarkably well-preserved by the volcanic eruption. If you'd like to know more about the history of the sites, upgrade your tour to include a guide and admission tickets.

Explore Pompeii and Herculaneum—two of Italy’s top archaeological sites—in a single day without the hassle of arranging logistics on your own. Travel independently by high-speed train from Rome to Naples, where a driver meets you for the trip to Pompeii and Herculaneum—with a shopping break at Maximall Pompeii, southern Italy's largest shopping center in between.

Explore the natural beauty of the Amalfi Coast on this private full-day tour from Sorrento or Naples. Visit the famous towns of Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello to walk the pretty streets, browse boutiques, or do whatever you like. Relax in comfort as your professional driver-guide navigates from town to town and offers informative commentary along the way. Customize the itinerary to suit your interests.

Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello are the most famous towns on the Amalfi Coast, but it can be a challenge to visit all three in a single day by public transportation. Skip the bus and save hours with this tour, giving you time to explore these spectacular towns at your own pace. Browse the artisan boutiques in Positano, visit the cathedral in Amalfi, and take in views from the Terrace of Infinity in Ravello.

Discover the wonder of one of Europe’s active volcanoes on this Mt Vesuvius and Pompeii day trip from Naples. Follow your local guide through the ancient ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed city. Enjoy a traditional Italian pizza lunch with your small group and then hike to the top of the notorious volcano, where you’ll find stunning views of the Bay of Naples and the surrounding landscapes.

Give the Amalfi Coast the attention it deserves with this private day trip from Naples to Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi town. With a professional driver, you’ll experience the culture of the region, stopping to try local limoncello and exploring each of the towns. Ample free time in each place is included for you to visit the beaches, shops, monuments, or to simply relax with a gelato.

Herculaneum is one of Italy's top archaeological sites, but visiting from Sorrento can take up an entire day. Optimize your time on this morning tour that includes fast-track entry and optional round-trip transportation, so you are back in Sorrento by midday. Learn facts about this well-preserved ancient Roman town you would miss if visiting on your own, and see how the remains continue to be excavated today.

Brush up on your cookery skills with this pizza- and tiramisu-making class in Naples. Learn how to make Italy's most famous dish in the city where it was created. In just a couple of hours, make a delicious tiramisu and pizza dough from scratch and discover what ingredients make an authentic margarita pizza. When it's time to eat, indulge in Italian appetizers before trying out your own, handmade pizza.

Discover the rich history of Naples, without the rush of large tour groups, on this private walking tour with an archaeologist guide. Maximize time in the historic city center and see local landmarks including Piazza Bellini, the Duomo of Naples, and the narrow street of Spaccanapoli. Stop for a coffee in a traditional Neapolitan bar and get personalized advice on where to eat.

Escape the city bustle on Naples for a tour of Herculaneum, a fascinating archeological site. Explore this ancient Roman town that was buried by a volcanic eruption in 79 A.D. with an archeological guide. See the site’s thermal spas and striking mosaics. Pick-up in Naples and round-trip transportation are included. Note that from November to March the tour of the site will be by audio guide if the group does not reach 6 participants.

Travel by minibus from central Naples to Pompeii, buried in AD 79 by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. Enjoy a guided tour of the vast Pompeii ruins and discover the history of this ancient Roman city and its inhabitants, immortalized under ash. Afterward, you’re guided to a height of 4,203 feet (1,281 meters) on Mt. Vesuvius to admire outstanding views of the Gulf of Naples.

Discover the famous beauty of Italy’s Amalfi Coast on a full-day tour from Naples. Leave the urban bustle behind and travel past the shadow of Mount Vesuvius to the dramatic Gulf of Naples—letting someone else take the wheel allows you to fully absorb this spectacular scenery. Learn about the unique history and culture of the Amalfi Coast from your driver and guide, and stop to explore three of its most picturesque seaside villages—Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello at your own pace.

Visit three of Naples’ most fascinating hidden underground areas with this private tour through the city’s historic center. Meet your guide at Piazza Bellini and head to La Neapolis Sotterrata, underground passages below San Lorenzo Maggiore Church. Continue to the cult burial grounds in Santa Maria delle Anime del Purgatorio Church, and passageways underneath the Naples Duomo. Note that hotel pick up and drop off are not included.

With its warren of narrow streets contrasting with sumptuous masterpieces of art and architecture, Naples' historic center can overwhelm even experienced travelers. Experience the city’s authentic areas and cultural treasures with this tour: see the Spaccanapoli thoroughfare, Via San Gregorio Armeno's workshops, must-see churches, and the sublime “Veiled Christ” statue in the San Severo Chapel.

Get an immersive look at the ruins of the Roman city of Herculaneum on this private walking tour. Let your archaeologist guide take the lead as you take in preserved frescoes, mosaics, private residences, public buildings and more. Perfect for history lovers, get a deep understanding of what life was like in this ancient city.

Naples can throw the most careful plans out of whack with anarchic traffic, heat, and crowds. With this skip-the-line guided tour, bypass the often-long ticket lines and break from the drama by going underground, some 130 feet (40 meters) below the city’s historic center. Tour subterranean air-raid shelters, Greek-Roman aqueducts, caves, a garden, and a Roman theater—it’s all part of Naples’ unconventional history.

Enjoy a day along Italy's famed Amalfi Coast on a group tour from Naples. Set out to explore one of the area's most stunning regions―the Sorrentine Peninsula―where you'll be treated with spectacular views around every turn. Along the way you'll visit the coastal villages of Positano, Amalfi and Ravello and stop for an Italian lunch in the hillside town of Conca dei Marini, overlooking the sea. While here, don't miss the natural sea cave known as the Grotta dello Smeraldo, known for its unique emerald glow.

Capri is considered a jewel of the Mediterranean, but ticking off the island’s highlights in a single day can prove a challenge. Ideal for travelers short on time, this full-day shared tour from either Naples or Sorrento includes round-trip port-to-port ferry tickets, minibus transfers around Capri, and visits to Anacapri and Marina Grande. Top it off with a boat ride to see the famous Blue Grotto.

Discover Naples during a half-day guided walking tour through the historic city center. Your informative guide shares highlights such as the San Carlo Theater, Plebiscito Square, Castel Nuovo, Royal Palace, and ancient underground ruins, along with artisan shops, cafes, and churches. The tour includes one hour of free time to shop and purchase lunch.