Top Naples Historical Tours

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.

Get a deeper insight into the ruins of the ancient Roman city of Herculaneum on this group tour with an archaeologist guide. Benefit from skip-the-line admission, meaning less time spent waiting around. Visit the Samnite house and the Temple of the Augustales, and see the remains of the thermal baths and gymnasium. Along the way, learn how the city was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD.

Enjoy a panoramic view of Naples from the open-air top of a double-decker bus and a hop-on hop-off ticket good for 24 hours. With more than 30 combined stops to choose from on three different routes, including major attractions like the Archaeological Museum, Capodimonte Museum and Piazza Municipio, these buses make it easy to discover Naples at your own pace.

One of the world’s best-known archeological sites, Pompeii is full of ancient history that’s not always apparent to independent travelers. On this small-group tour, explore the ancient city with an archeologist guide sharing insights into the history and the daily lives of ancient Romans. See theaters, temples, six bathing complexes, and more in UNESCO-listed archeological areas.

Discover the hidden marvels of Naples with a focused 35-minute tour of the stunning Cappella Sansevero, starting from the iconic Piazza San Domenico Maggiore. Our expert guide will lead you through the chapel’s highlights, showcasing the breathtaking Veiled Christ, one of the world’s most celebrated sculptures, known for its extraordinary lifelike detail. Delve into the mystery of the Anatomical Machines, a fascinating exploration of human anatomy crafted with astonishing precision. This compact yet comprehensive tour also features the chapel’s other artistic masterpieces, like the striking Modesty and Disillusion, giving you a rich insight into the Baroque genius of Raimondo di Sangro. With guaranteed entry tickets and small group sizes, this experience offers a perfect blend of cultural immersion and efficiency, making it an essential stop for any visitor to Naples.

Visit Europe’s largest archeological site and one of Italy’s top attractions on this half-day Naples shore excursion to Pompeii. Your expert local guide offers a comprehensive look at the haunting highlights of Pompeii. See the thermal baths, the Forum, and Lupanare on this tour that is not to be missed, and explore worry-free thanks to Viator’s guaranteed on-time arrival to your ship. If time in Naples is limited, this it the best way to see it all!

Waste no time on a visit to Pompeii, and book a skip-the-line tour with round-trip transport from central Naples. After relaxing on the journey to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, you’ll bypass the general ticket sales line to enter, and then head inside with an archaeologist guide to learn about life in Pompeii before it was buried under volcanic ash for centuries.

The National Archeological Museum in Naples is one of the leading archeological museums in the world—and can be overwhelming for travelers who aren’t familiar with the history of the region. On this private tour, explore the museum with a guide, getting insights into the history of Roman-Greco antiquities from Pompeii, Stabiae, Herculaneum, and other archaeological sites in the Campania region.

Skip the predictable itinerary of a private tour and explore Naples far from the tourist track on this completely customizable experience. Create an itinerary that matches your interests and pace together with your local guide and set off to discover the city’s authentic Rione Sanità or Pignasecca districts, the Purgatorio ad Arco and Fontanelle cemetery, the lively Via Toledo, or other sights, chosen especially for you.

With plenty of millennia-old ruins to discover, knowing where to begin in the towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum is tricky. Beat this overwhelm and explore them with an archaeologist guide. Go straight to the highlights and learn about the Mt. Vesuvius eruption of AD 79. Perfect for cruisers who are looking for an excursion when docking in ports in the Campania region, including Naples.

Make the most of your visit to Naples with a half-day tour to Pompeii that includes shuttle bus transportation from central Naples. Save time with priority entrance to the archaeological site then explore the Pompeii ruins on your own. Ideal for people on a tight schedule.

This private tour stands out by visiting both Pompeii and Herculaneum from Naples in one day of sightseeing. You’re picked up from the Port of Naples or your hotel and taken to the archeological sites with a private chauffeur and guide for a full day of exploration. Travel in a car or minivan and spend about two hours at each archeological site (own expense).

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.

See Pompeii with a private guide, exploring the archeological site at your leisure. After pickup from Naples or the Sorrento area, drive to Pompeii for a guided tour of the ruins. Stop for lunch at a winery on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius (or a restaurant of your choosing) before hiking along the mountain’s crater. Admire views of the Bay of Naples, Capri, Ischia, and Sorrento’s coast before returning to port.

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

Embark on a guided tour through one of the world's most renowned archaeological complexes―the ancient Roman city of Pompeii―and learn the vast history of this well-preserved site. Join your guide on a walk through the ruins, preserved under layers of volcanic pumice and ash since AD 79 until its rediscovery more than 1,500 years later. Pass former houses and storefronts, visit the Stabian Baths, climb the stairs of a Roman amphitheater and more.

Explore the MANN in Naples with a local guide, and discover the artifacts (and their stories) that you might otherwise miss. With the highlights of the museum’s collection narrated by a guide who’s passionate about both art history and the city, you’ll leave with a newfound appreciation for the art of Greek-Roman times and erotic artifacts of the Secret Cabinet that await.

Make a day of your outing to the UNESCO-listed ruins of Pompeii with this tour that pairs a guided visit of the site with lunch at a winery on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius. Delve into the history and fate of the ancient city of Pompeii with an archaeologist guide, then relax over lunch at a nearby winery to taste a number of wines produced on the volcanic slopes.

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.

Naples can throw the most careful plans out of whack with anarchic traffic, heat, and crowds. With this tour, take a 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—all part of Naples’ unconventional history.

Embark on an unforgettable journey back in time with our exclusive Pompeii and Herculaneum tour, departing from either Sorrento or Naples. Unlike other tours, we offer a personalized, small-group experience, ensuring you get the most out of your visit to these iconic archaeological sites. Our expert guides bring the history of Pompeii and Herculaneum to life, sharing fascinating insights about the daily lives of the Romans before the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. With comfortable, air-conditioned transportation, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius as you travel. Skip the long lines and dive straight into exploration, with time to fully immerse yourself in the ruins. Visit both Pompeii and Herculaneum, two cities preserved in different ways by the eruption, and gain a unique perspective on ancient Roman life. Book today for an enriching, seamless, and exciting historical adventure!

Maximize your time at the ruins of Herculaneum, and see the ancient city with a private guide. On a tour that’s personalized to you, you’ll relive the history of the town in the time before it was devastated by volcanic lava and dust. Have the freedom to inquire unselfconsciously as you walk with your own group and guide, and learn more about the people of Herculaneum. Note that entry fees are extra.

Maximize your time on vacation with a full-day tour that takes you to two of Italy's most famous attractions in just one trip. From Naples, head out to Mt. Vesuvius and hike to the crater's edge—listen to a handy audio guide as you go. From the top, enjoy panoramic views of the Bay of Naples and the surrounding landscapes. Next, explore the ruins of the ancient city of Pompeii. Skip-the-line admission saves you time and an archaeologist guide adds context and insight. Finish your day back where you started, right in the heart of Naples.