Private Tour of Naples and Royal Palace with Tour Guide

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About this activity

Capital of a kingdom in different historical periods, Naples is today the third largest metropolis in Italy and the first in the South by extension.

With our private tour we will explore the center, retracing history through its symbolic places: the Castel Nuovo, the Teatro San Carlo, the Galleria Umberto I, the Piazza del Plebiscito with the famous Caffé Gambrinus.

There will be a visit to the interior of the Royal Palace, retracing the history and art of Naples over the centuries.

From the squares we will move to the seafront to experience Naples in every aspect, even the most unusual corners. Only then will you take home your unique and personal postcard.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours – 3 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English, Italian, French
Operated by: Guide Centre Sorrento

Ages: Infants (0–1 years) · Adults (2–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Expert licensed tour guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Food and beverages
Not included: Royal Palace Entrance Ticket

Itinerary

Piazza del Municipio

15 min

Town Hall square, located in front of the city port and dominated by Palazzo San Giacomo and the Fountain of Neptune
Castel Nuovo - Maschio Angioino

10 min Admission not included

External visit of the castle built in the thirteenth century, overlooking the port of Naples, inhabited by the kings of the Anjou dynasty and later by the Aragonese dynasty
Teatro di San Carlo

10 min Admission not included

The first opera house in Europe, built in 1737 in a few months at the behest of King Charles of Bourbon. (external visit)
Palazzo Reale

1 h 15 min Admission not included

Inside visit of the historic seat of Neapolitan power overlooking the Piazza del Plebiscito.

Built since the beginning of 1600 and completed in 800 by the Savoy, it hosted the kings and queens of Naples until the unification of Italy.

Starting from the monumental staircase we will visit the court theatre, the Throne Room, the ballroom and the richly decorated royal apartments.
Galleria Umberto I

15 min

Historical meeting place of the Neapolitans and symbol of the city.

The gallery built at the end of the 19th century has a spectacular glass and iron roof and a fine marble floor.
Piazza Trieste e Trento

15 min

Piazza fitting in the monumental district of Naples. Obligatory passage for every visitor to Naples to appreciate coffee, sfogliatella, babà at the historic and elegant Gran Caffè Gambrinus.
Piazza del Plebiscito

15 min

The most famous square in Naples, dominated by the Royal Palace and the church of San Francesco di Paola. Impressive for its size and often the setting for concerts, events and city events.
Via Toledo

15 min

The main Neapolitan shopping street, on which the famous narrow streets of the Spanish Quarters converge.
Il Castel dell'Ovo

15 min Admission not included

External visit of the castle, symbol of the village of Santa Lucia.

Built on the remains of an ancient Roman villa. During the long history of Naples it has changed use several times: fortress, royal residence, religious building, prison and today it is the image of every Neapolitan postcard.