Top Naples Cooking Classes

The wonderful thing about Naples is that there is no shortage of cooking classes to choose from. Here are travelers' recent top favorites:

• Authentic Pizza Class with Drinks Included in the Center of Naples
• Small Group Naples Pizza Making Class with Drink Included
• Fresh Egg Pasta and Ravioli Lesson in a Historic Restaurant
• Naples Pizza & Tiramisù the Best Cooking Class in Town
• Amazing Pizza and Pasta Class at Savio's Kitchen Cooking School

A cooking class in Naples is most definitely worth it. Not only will you get to sample some delicious Italian cuisine, but you’ll learn authentic techniques to take back to your own kitchen. And you just might meet some great new friends along the way.

Cooking classes in Naples are very reasonably priced, starting around US$45 for a 1- or 2-hour class, which typically includes sampling what you’ve prepared, and might also include snacks and beverages. Full-day classes that involve additional excursions to a local market or vineyard tend to cost a little more.

Times for cooking classes vary. The most basic classes may take as little as 1-2 hours, while you’ll spend 6 to 8 hours during some of the longer classes. The latter usually include additional activities, such as private vineyard tours and multi-course meals with wine pairings.

We've got Naples to thank for inventing pizza. Neapolitan pizza, prepared with fresh locally-grown tomatoes and mozzarella cheese, is a must-try dish while visiting here. Better yet: take a Naples pizza-making class to learn the secret to making your own.

Unlike the pizza piled high with toppings with which you might be familiar, Neapolitan pizza’s secret is its stripped-down, basic goodness: a dough prepared with flour, water, salt, and yeast; fresh mozzarella cheese; and juicy tomatoes grown in the volcanic soil near Mt. Vesuvius.

There are tons of fun tours and excursions in Naples aside from cooking classes. According to previous travelers, these are the best activities to book for your next trip:

• Food Tours

• Water Tours

• Archaeology Tours

• Bike Tours

• Sunset Cruises

Naples cooking class prices vary depending on duration and inclusions. If you’re looking for high-quality experiences on the lower end of the price range, these are the best tours to book now:

• Tiramisu-Making Class With Limoncello or Meloncello Tasting

• Fettuccine Alfredo and Ravioli Class with Grandma's Recipe

• Authentic Pizza-Making Class in Naples with Appetizers and Drink

• Small Group Naples Pizza-Making Class with Drink Included

• Pizza-Making Class with Local Top-Rated Chef with Drink in Naples

Know your menu options—most Naples cooking classes focus on the city’s most famous food invention, pizza, while others teach you local pasta and dessert recipes. Also, consider your preferred setting, whether you’d like to join a spirited group cooking class in a professional kitchen or book a low-key, private lesson in a local’s home.

Wear comfortable shoes for standing and casual clothing you don’t mind dusting with a little flour. Bring your appetite, as you’ll complete your lesson with a meal of everything you’ve cooked. Throughout the class, remember to ask your local host for their top cooking tips as well as dining recommendations for the rest of your trip.

Most Naples cooking classes take place indoors, so they’re a great activity no matter what time of year you visit. In general, March–May are the best months to travel to Naples, as daytime temperatures hover around 60°F to 70°F. Avoid visiting in summer, when the intense heat makes outdoor sightseeing uncomfortable.