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From the Plebiscito to Spaccanapoli: 3-hour Naples walking tour

Three hours on foot with a local guide, crossing central Naples from Piazza del Plebiscito to Spaccanapoli and the Duomo. It’s the tour you want on day one: you understand how the city fits together, where the Roman roads ran, what the Middle Ages and the centuries after left behind, and how life works in the lanes and markets. Groups of fifteen at most, in Italian or English.

4.9(89 reviews on Viator) Piazza del Gesù or the Museo
From the Plebiscito to Spaccanapoli: 3-hour Naples walking tour
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Duration

3 hours

Group

up to 15

Languages

English, Italian

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Days

every day

Start

Piazza del Gesù or the Museo

What you’ll do

The meeting point is Piazza del Gesù or outside the Archaeological Museum, depending on the option you booked. From there you start with an introduction to the city’s history and walk towards the main squares and streets of the centre, with the guide stopping to tell stories in front of the monuments and answering questions.

The route takes in Piazza del Plebiscito, the long straight line of Spaccanapoli with its side lanes, and the Duomo, inside the UNESCO-listed historic centre. Between stops you pass through street markets and see the everyday life of the neighbourhoods. After about three hours the tour ends in the centre.

Who it’s for

For first-timers who want the big picture before exploring alone, but also for returning visitors who want the details they wouldn’t spot on their own. Three hours of walking in the lanes: you need decent legs and comfortable shoes. Not suitable for anyone who struggles to walk for long.

Local tip

Do it on your first day, in the morning, so you can plan the rest of your stay knowing where things are. If you start from the Museum, arrive early and give an hour to the MANN, the National Archaeological Museum. The tour takes in the Duomo: San Gregorio Armeno and Via dei Tribunali are close by, save them for later.

What’s included

Local guide.

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Frequently asked questions

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Piazza del Gesù or the Archaeological Museum, depending on the option you choose when booking. Exact details come with your confirmation. The whole route is on foot in the old town.

How much walking is there and how many people?

The tour lasts about three hours, all on foot in the old town, with stops in front of the monuments. The group is limited to fifteen people. The guide speaks Italian or English, depending on the language you booked.

Can I cancel?

Yes, cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the tour starts. Beyond that, it’s still worth reading the conditions shown in your booking confirmation.

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