Naples Unveiled Between Art and History Mysteries and Unique Monuments

5.0 (17 reviews) Naples, Italy
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LanguagesItalian
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Overview

Let yourself be guided into the beating heart of a city that never ceases to amaze. The journey starts from Piazza Dante, crossing the magical threshold of Port’Alba to immerse ourselves in the decumanus of Spaccanapoli, the millennial artery where the oldest soul of the metropolis beats.

We will cross history between the solemn silence of the royal tombs in the Santa Chiara Complex and the magnetic energy of the New Jesus, a Baroque masterpiece that hides secrets still indecipherable. From the intellectual liveliness of Piazza Bellini to the treasures of San Domenico Maggiore, where the footsteps of St. Thomas, Giotto and Boccaccio still resonate, you will be a few meters from the absolute mystery of the Veiled Christ.

We will walk among the immortal art of nativity scenes in San Gregorio Armeno and the majestic statue of the Corps of Naples, before entering into thrilling tales: we will discover the church that is said to hold the tomb of Count Dracula and pass under the windows where Pino Daniele began to dream of his music.

What's included

  • Entrance to the main churches along the way
  • Authorized Tourist Guide
  • Stop for free food and drink tastings
  • Food and drink

What to expect

  1. Piazza Dante
    15m
    during this stop will be explained the characteristics of the tour, the main stops, and a brief overview of the history of Naples
  2. Piazza Bellini
    10m
    Piazza Bellini, a lively cultural and historical meeting point in the old town, famous for the visible remains of the ancient Greek walls of the fourth century BC.C., the monument to the composer Vincenzo Bellini and the many literary cafes, bookstores and nightclubs that animate it
  3. Port'Alba
    10m
    Port'Alba, located between Piazza Dante and via Tribunali, is a historic street famous for its historic second-hand bookstores, antique book stalls and the monumental arch of 1625. It is a hub of culture and tradition, where you can taste the real pizza in the oldest pizzeria in Naples
  4. Museo del Conservatorio San Pietro a Majella
    Pass by
    The Conservatory of San Pietro a Majella in Naples, located in the heart of the historic center, is a jewel of musical history. It offers a Historical Musical Museum with, among many rarities, historical instruments (Stradivari harp, pianos by Paisiello and Cimarosa)
  5. Cappella del Pontano
    10m
    The Pontano Chapel, located in Via dei Tribunali, is a Renaissance jewel of 1492, known for its elegant gray piperno facade. with its numerous Latin and Greek inscriptions that make the place a precious "stone book".
  6. Basilica of San Paolo Maggiore
    10m
    The Basilica of San Paolo Maggiore in Naples, located in Piazza San Gaetano, is a jewel of the Neapolitan Baroque built on the remains of an ancient Roman temple. Not to be missed: the two imposing columns of the Temple of the Dioscuri on the facade, the monumental Sacristy frescoed by Francesco Solimena and the Neapolitan Nativity by master Antonio Cantone
  7. Basilica di San Lorenzo Maggiore
    15m
    The Monumental Complex of San Lorenzo Maggiore, in the heart of the historic center of Naples (Piazzetta San Gaetano), offers a unique journey between art and history. The centerpiece is the "Neapolis Underground", an archaeological area at - 10 meters with a Roman macellum of the first century AD.C., a Roman road, shops and the eighteenth-century cloister, all topped by a thirteenth-century Gothic basilica.
  8. Via San Gregorio Armeno
    Pass by
    San Gregorio Armeno in Naples, known all over the world as the "via dei presepi", is famous for its countless craft shops that make nativity figurines all year round. In addition to nativity art, the area offers the historic Monastery of San Gregorio Armeno, historic art shops such as Di Virgilio and Ferrigno, and proximity to treasures such as Naples Underground and the Complex of San Lorenzo Maggiore.
  9. Chiesa Di San Domenico Maggiore
    15m · Admission ticket included
    The Basilica of San Domenico Maggiore in Naples is a treasure trove of art and history, located in the heart of the historic center. Not to be missed: the monumental Sacristy with frescoes by Solimena, the mysterious Aragonese Arks (royal mummies), the cell of St. Thomas Aquinas, the Cloister and the miraculous Crucifix
  10. Piazza del Gesu Nuovo
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Piazza del Gesù Nuovo is one of the beating hearts of the historic center of Naples. Highlights include the Church of Gesù Nuovo with its diamond-tipped rusticated facade and Baroque interior, the Spire of the Immaculate Conception in the center, and the Santa Chiara complex with its majolica cloister.
  11. Complesso Monumentale di Santa Chiara
    15m · Admission ticket included
    The Monumental Complex of Santa Chiara in Naples is famous for its splendid 18th century Majolica Cloister, an oasis of peace decorated in bright colors. In addition to the cloister, the Gothic Basilica, the tombs of the Bourbon Kings, the tombs of King Robert of Anjou, the Opera Museum which houses treasures escaped from the bombings of 1943, the Archaeological Area with Roman baths and the nativity scene of the '700 -'800

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Behind the Statue of Dante in the center of the Square. The guide will have a red identification badge and a flag

End point

the tour ends at Piazza del Gesù Nuovo, in the heart of the city

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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5.0 (17)

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