Naples from Ancient Greece to today: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

40 min – one hour Private tour

Naples from Ancient Greece to today: A Self-Guided Audio Tour, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Are you looking for a way to see Naples without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

See the imposing Royal Palace of Naples and Naples Cathedral and stroll along the seaside, where there are views of the city stretching out towards Vesuvius
Hear from producer, Mike Corradi, the creator of A History of Italy Podcast
Do it all in 40 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

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At a glance

Duration: 40 min – one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: VoiceMap Application
Included: Lifetime access to From the Ravines of Rosedale to the Towers of Yorkville Tour by VoiceMap tour
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Not included

Not included: Smartphone
Not included: Transportation
Not included: Food/Drink
Not included: Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

The tour starts in Piazza Municipio, one of Italy's largest squares near the impressive Castel Nuovo.
Castel Nuovo - Maschio Angioino

Passing by

Take in the impressive Castel Nuovo Maschio Angioino on this self guided audio tour. You'll also hear about Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, and Byzantium to Goths, Saracen Pirates, Angevines, Aragonese, Bourbons and Napoleonic generals.
Teatro di San Carlo

Passing by

Pass by and learn about the Teatro di San Carlo on this self-guided audio tour.
Galleria Umberto I

Passing by

See some of the most important historical landmarks of old Naples. Along the way, you’ll discover why “That's Amore” as you fall in love with the city like so many others have before you.
Via Toledo

Passing by

You can learn everything you need to live well by visiting this most Italian of cities, with its proud traditions, delicious food and seaside beauty under the timeless watch of Mount Vesuvius.
Piazza del Plebiscito

Passing by

In the grand Piazza del Plebiscito where you’ll find the imposing Royal Palace of Naples and Naples Cathedral.
Palazzo Reale

Passing by

See the impressive Palazzo Reale, Naples palace, and hear about its history.
Basilica Reale Pontificia San Francesco da Paola

Passing by

Take in the grand Basilica Reale Pontificia San Francesco da Paola on this self guided audio tour.
Il Castel dell'Ovo

Passing by

The tour ends at the ancient and oddly named “egg castle”, Castel dell'Ovo.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Before arrival, please install the VoiceMap mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

This self-guided audio tour ends at the entrance to Passaggio Castel Dell'Ovo.

Using your ticket

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

1. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

2. Create an account

3. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

4. Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.
This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.
When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.
Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT

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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]