Top 10 things to do in Naples

Naples has a renowned cultural heritage. On a number of visits, you can travel back in time to the ancient times when Naples was founded, and then on to the Roman Empire. The historic centre of Naples is the second largest city centre to be listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, after Bordeaux. Many picturesque sites, each as beautiful as the next, will put glitter in your eyes. Nicknamed the city of 500 domes, Naples is one of the cities with the most religious buildings in the world.

The Mediterranean climate promises hot, dry summers and mild winters. So plan your clothing accordingly, depending on the time of year.

1- Explore the underground passages of Naples

Category: € / Cultural

Description: This guided tour will take you back over 2400 years. You’ll discover the history of Naples, once known as Parthenope in the days of Magna Graecia. Remains such as the Greco-Roman aqueduct, the Roman theatre and the Summa Cavea, the highest section of seats in the Greco-Roman theatre, can still be seen beneath these tunnels. The Neapolitan underground tunnels were also used as a refuge during the bombings of the Second World War. There is also an exhibition on this tragic period. Immersion in this site is total, and an excellent way to discover the birth of Naples and the periods that followed.

2- Pizza workshop with a pizza maker

Category:€€ /Gastronomic

Description: Would you like to delight your guests’ taste buds by preparing a pizza worthy of the name? Then take part in this course given by a real Neapolitan pizza maker. You won’t find a better teacher – Naples is THE city of pizza! You’ll make your pizza in a symbolic place, the Palazzo della Galleria Umberto, with its breathtaking architecture. You’ll see the difference in quality with the local products you use. You’ll prepare your pizza using a 600-year-old method. Shape your dough, add the toppings, bake it in a traditional Neapolitan oven, and enjoy it with a glass of good wine!

3-Explore the ruins of Pompeii and discover Mount Vesuvius

Category: €€€ /Cultural

Description: Departing from Naples by minibus, you will visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Campania region, as old as time itself, is an open-air history book. You’ll discover the remains of the city of Pompeii, reduced to ashes by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius almost 2000 years ago. After this first visit, you can enjoy a coffee and a pizza in the heart of Pompeii. Once your belly is full, set off on a hike until you reach the crest of the only continental volcano still active. During a 7-hour visit, you’ll learn all about the history of this picturesque place.

4- Contemplate the Royal Chapel of the San Gennaro Treasure

Category: € /Cultural

Description: Located in the heart of Naples Cathedral, this Neapolitan Baroque-style chapel is a must-see. The art in this chapel, which fills its façades, is breathtaking. Your guide will tell you all about the legends and history of this highly symbolic place for the Neapolitans. You will then visit the adjacent museum, where some of the remains and real treasures are kept.

5- Visit the little-known districts of Naples

Category: € /Cultural

Description: Strolling through the streets of Naples, this tour will give you an insight into the life of the Neapolitans. Once you’ve taken the funicular, you’ll arrive in the Vomero district, typical of Naples. You’ll see the colourful traditional houses, with sheets spread everywhere, making this picturesque area unique. As you descend, you’ll come to an astonishing district where the contrast between wealth and poverty is palpable.

6- Wine tasting in one of Naples’ mythical lands

Category: €€ / Gastronomic

Description: The lands of Mount Vesuvius are ideal for viticulture, and the wines produced on these slopes are unique. These lands produce one of the oldest wines in the world. As well as tasting these exceptional wines, you’ll be served a fine Mediterranean meal for a little extra conviviality.

7- Explore the Neapolitan catacombs

Category: € / Cultural

Description: Naples can be visited in two ways: firstly, by visiting the remains and the various districts, and secondly by exploring the many kilometres of underground passages that conceal the history of Naples. There’s a whole life to explore in these magical places. Admire the frescoes, which date back over 2000 years, and let yourself be carried away by your guide, who will know better than anyone how to retrace the history of this amazing place.

8- Set sail for a maritime aperitif

Category: €€ / Unusual / Gastronomic

Description: It’s possible to discover the Gulf of Naples while sipping a glass of prosecco and eating bruschetta! From the boat, you’ll have a unique view of Mount Vesuvius, Castel dell’Ovo and much more. There’s also time to take a refreshing dip in the warm waters of Naples.

9- Visit Naples in an interactive game

Category: € / Unusual

Description: Ideal for families, this activity will allow you to discover Naples and its monuments by answering quizzes that will teach you the history of the city of Naples in a fun way. Take all the time you need to explore the capital of Campania.

10- Discover the sublime corners of Naples by bike

Category: €€ / Cultural / Sporting

Description: Accompanied by a guide, you’ll cycle through all the must-see spots in Naples. Take a camera with you, as you’ll need to immortalise the bewitching landscapes that the city of Naples has to offer. You’ll have the chance to cycle through the narrow streets of the centre of Naples, but also to enjoy a panoramic view of the city as a whole.