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Experience Naples Free Gastronomic Tour Spanish Quarters

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4.8(89)Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 89 reviews2h 15minFree · tip-basedRun by Naples Experience
Experience Naples Free Gastronomic Tour Spanish Quarters

Stroll through the historic heart of Naples, where ancient Parthenope was born. Admire the most important monuments, pass through the lively Spagnoli and Spaccanapoli Quarters, and end at the colorful Pignasecca market, full of local life and flavors.

The Freetour will focus on the historic center of Naples, where we’ll learn some basic facts about the city: when it was founded, Piazza del Plebiscito, the Basilica of San Francesco di Paola, the Royal Palace, and the San Carlo Theater. We’ll head down Via Chiaia, where you’ll find “Pizzeria Brandi dal 1780,” famous for the history of the Margherita pizza, which I’ll share with you. Next, we’ll walk through the Galleria Umberto,to arrive at Via Toledo in front of the historic “Pasticceria Reale Pintauro dal 1785,” where we’ll discuss and taste the famous sfogliatella, a traditional Neapolitan pastry, We’ll venture into the famous Spanish Quarter until we reach Pigna Secca, the city’s largest market, where we’ll tell the story of fried pizza and where you can taste authentic buffalo mozzarella and the famous Neapolitan fried delicacies. From there, we’ll walk through Spaccanapoli, which cuts through the historic center, sharing stories, anecdotes, and charming legends. The tour will end at Piazza del Gesù Nuovo, where we’ll tell the story of the “Cornicello,” a traditional Neapolitan amulet.

Meeting point

Piazza del plebiscito Caffe' Gambrinus

Before you go

Length
About 2h 15min
Languages
Spanish, Italian
Usual start times
10:00, 16:00 (Naples time)
Coming up
84 departures in 3 months, 9 this week

Questions about this tour

How much does this tour cost?

Nothing up front. You book for free and tip your guide at the end. Many travellers tip around €5 to €15 per person, depending on the length and quality of the tour.

How long does it take?

About 2h 15min.

Where does it start?

The meeting point is Piazza del plebiscito Caffe' Gambrinus. The map on this page shows the exact spot.

What languages is it in?

Upcoming departures are in Spanish and Italian. Pick your language in the calendar to see only those.

When does it run?

84 departures are listed in the next three months, 9 of them in the next 7 days, usually at 10:00 and 16:00. Times are local to Naples.

Do I need to book?

Booking is a good idea: groups are limited and popular times fill up. Create a free Tripsora account, pick a day and time, and press Book to finish with the tour provider.

Can I bring my dog?

The tour provider lists this tour as pet friendly.

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