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The Origins Of Naples. Unique private tour of the monumental area

Recommended by 93% of travelers
Naples, Italy
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

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Overview

Experience the history and culture of southern Italy’s largest city on this half-day guided excursion. After meeting up with your guide at the castle where the mythical mermaid, Parthenope, threw herself into the sea, discover the city’s fascinating origins from a knowledgeable local guide. Visit landmarks like the New Castle, San Carlo Theater, and the Royal Palace.
  • Explore some of Naples’ top attractions on this history-focused excursion
  • Learn about the city’s history and legends from an informative local guide
  • Check out landmarks like Castel dell'Ovo, San Carlo Theater, and New Castle
  • Get some exercise and enjoy an illuminating walk among historic buildings

What's Included

  • Monolingual tour with licensed tour guide
  • Information and assistance service h24 starting from the booking

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Ovo Castle
      Via Eldorado, 3, 80132 Napoli NA, Italy

      Visit the picturesque Borgo Marinai, with its old sailing schools

    End point

    • Piazza Municipio
      P.za Municipio, 80133 Napoli NA, Italy

      Once you reach Piazza Municipio, you visit the exterior of the Maschio Angioino. A majestic bastion with towers that bears witness to 2,000 years of history, and the adjacent underground railway that preserves evidence of the ancient Roman port.

    Itinerary

    1

    Borgo Marinari

    40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    2

    Piazza del Plebiscito

    45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    3

    Galleria Umberto I

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Piazza del Municipio

    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Start Time: 9:00 a. m. - 2:00 p. m. local time
    • Meeting Point: Naples, Castel dell’Ovo, entrance Via Eldorado 3
    • The guide or tour leader is waiting for you with the name board clearly visible
    • Check-in takes place 15 minutes before the start of the booked tour
    • The tour includes many walking itineraries, so we recommend that you wear appropriate clothing. The program remains valid with all weather conditions
    • We recommend to communicate any need related to the accessibility of the tour when you book our services
    • We reserve the right to make changes to the tour, including the sequence of places to visit if deemed necessary
    • We reserve the right to cancel the tour if the minimum number of 4 adult participants is not reached. The amount will be refunded or an alternative tour will be offered
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    4.7
    based on 14 reviews
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    Bella esperienza anche per i bambini

    SIMONA_M, May 2021
    Pur lavorando a Napoli e vivendo in Campania, abbiamo scoperto nuovi aspetti della città grazie alla guida Roberto . Con il suo amore per la città e la sua competenza è riuscita a mantenere viva l'attenzione anche dei nostri bambini per oltre 4 h. Grazie per la bella esperienza

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