Naples Walking tour of the Historical Center
Description
Starting with a classic Neapolitan tradition: a coffee and a warm sfogliatella. Then we will immerse ourselves in the beating heart of the city, Spaccanapoli, the most famous decumanus of Naples. We will go up through one of the most iconic streets, San Gregorio Armeno and inside one of its shops we will travel through the eyes of one of its best-known craftsmen to discover an ancient craft that is still alive today. We will continue with a visit inside the Church of San Gregorio Armeno, an excellent example of Neapolitan Baroque. Then we will enter to San Lorenzo Maggiore, a church where a coronation, a consecration, a secret burial and even a forbidden love are said to have taken place. And after revealing some of the secrets and mysteries we will walk along via dei Tribunali towards the church of Santa Maria delle Anime del Purgatorio ad Arco where we will discover the cult of pezzentelle souls and finishing in front of the Pietrasanta bell tower, the oldest in the city.
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The lower decumanus, which takes the official names of via Benedetto Croce and via Forcella in the central area, but is commonly called Spaccanapoli, is a road artery in the ancient center of Naples and is one of the most important streets in the city.
Via San Gregorio Armeno is a street in the historic center of Naples, famous for tourism for the artisan shops of nativity scenes. Today via San Gregorio Armeno is known all over the world as the exhibition center of the craft shops located here that now all year round make figurines for nativity scenes, both canonical and original (usually every year the most eccentric artisans make figurines with the features of characters of stringent topicality that perhaps stood out positively or negatively during the year).
The basilica of San Lorenzo Maggiore is a monumental basilica in Naples, one of the oldest in the city, located in the historic centre, near Piazza San Gaetano. The religious complex houses the setting up of the Museo dell'Opera di San Lorenzo Maggiore, which also includes access to the homonymous archaeological excavations. Index
Today the decumanus major is one of the most important streets in the historic center of Naples (declared a world heritage site in 1995) and corresponds to today's via dei Tribunali still entirely following the ancient Greek road axis. Precisely because it is a road structure originating from ancient Greece, it would be more appropriate to speak of plateia and not of "decumanus", a name from the Roman era which by convention replaced the original.
It is the bell tower of the Pietrasanta church in Naples1, to which it belongs as the only remnant of the primitive version, from which it remains isolated with a facade open to via Tribunali and yet another on via del Giudice.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Reviews(76)
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De la part de toute l'équipe d'Unusual Guides, un grand merci ! Nous avons hâte de vous revoir lors de la découverte ou de la redécouverte d'un autre coin de la magnifique Naples !
Valentino was amazing. He took us on a great and we saw places we would have never found on our own. Highly recommended.
We were looking for something different, fun and engaging to do for the bachelorette party for our friend and our wishes with Insolitaguida definitely came true! Lucia, our guide was very good and engaging, he offered us a unique and unforgettable experience. Among riddles, superstitious rites and tests to pass we got lost in the streets of the historic center, we interacted with people I place them, danced and sang with passers-by and we could enjoy the wonderful atmosphere of Naples. Experience more than recommended!
Grazie da tutto lo staff di Insolitaguida! Siamo felicissimi di sapere che l’addio al nubilato della vostra amica si sia trasformato in un momento così speciale e indimenticabile. Per noi non c’è soddisfazione più grande che vedere i nostri ospiti divertirsi, lasciarsi trascinare dalla magia di Napoli e vivere la città in modo autentico e insolito. Vi aspettiamo presto per nuove avventure… perché a Napoli c’è sempre qualcosa di sorprendente da scoprire
We just got back from our friend Lisa's bachelorette party! Two fantastic days in Naples. We participated in the treasure hunt together with Lucia... what about... Lucia was just extraordinary .. she made us have fun like crazy! He never stopped smiling and revealed many curiosities about the city of Naples and , its beautiful and fascinating historic center. She accompanied us for almost two hours being very attentive to our needs and, since we were in 14 it must not have been easy, so good Lucia ❣️ He gave us gadgets and for each stop a taste of Neapolitan specialties ... what about THANK YOU Lucia ... you were fantastic 😍❤️ PS: For the next bachelorette party we want you with us💋
Grazie di cuore per questa recensione entusiasta da tutto lo staff di Insolitaguida! Siamo felicissime che l’addio al nubilato sia stato così speciale, grazie anche alla nostra insolita Lucia, lieta di aver contribuito al vostro divertimento con sorrisi, curiosità e bontà tipiche della nostra splendida città!
We were looking for a guide to show us the real Naples, walking in the middle and falling into the reality of the city. And we found just that! Luca our guide was very good and accompanied us for 4 hours without making us bored. You are so lucky!!!
Siamo lieti che tu abbia apprezzato l'esperienza con Insolitaguida. Grazie da tutto lo staff per il tuo feedback positivo che ci ispira a fare sempre meglio!
For years now we have known this organization of guides that involves as few know how to do in the magic of Naples and its surroundings rich in history and traditions. Guides who know not only how to accompany with passion and care to discover the treasures, but who have the ability to organize all the details to give a truly unique experience. Thank you for your constant commitment and the wonderful work you do in transmitting love for your places. A special appreciation for Dr. Luigia splendid and irreplaceable soul of the group!
Grazie a nome di tutte le insolite guide per gli apprezzamenti nei nostri confronti! Siamo sempre attente nel cercare di trasmettere tutta la nostra passione, l'amore e l'interesse verso la nostra città! Grazie ancora e a presto rivederci per altre insolite passeggiate
Tour of the center of Naples really wonderful thanks to the explanations, knowledge and sympathy of our guide Luigia. He showed us real pearls making us taste the true Neapolitan atmosphere in all its facets. 3 hours together really very pleasant, an unforgettable experience. Carlo
Grazie per il tuo feedback positivo da tutto lo staff di Insolitaguida! Siamo entusiaste di sapere che hai apprezzato il nostro insolito tour! È stato un piacere accompagnarti nella storia e cultura di questa città e speriamo che tu voglia ripetere l'esperienza per conoscere altri luoghi e altre storie insieme a noi!
I brought, for the fourth time with Insolita guida, a group of friends (20 in total) and they were all super satisfied with our guide, Valentina, who guided us in the historic center for a handful of hours telling with great passion history and anecdotes related to her città.Complimenti, always impeccable.
Carissima insolita socia, grazie a nome di tutto lo staff per avere nuovamente confermato la tua fiducia nei nostri confronti! Siamo contente che vi sia stata trasmessa tutta la nostra passione per farvi conoscere la città attraverso esperienze piene e racconti accattivanti! Grazie ancora e a presto rivederci!
I proposed a guided tour for a group of 44 people for a business event, organized in detail by Luigia Salino, and managed with great professionalism by the guide Rossella, also for the changes of schedule necessary for logistical issues. In particular I want to report the words of the participants who expressed all their gratitude for Rossella "they say it's a well of knowledge" " They had a great time and even those who said they knew Naples confessed that seeing her with her was a different matter and that they really understood what they saw before only" " Who passed on to them the love and passion he has for his city and his work" I who always turn to Insolita Guida was sure that the visit would be a success. I always recommend it to everyone
Grazie a nome di tutte le insolite guide per confermare la tua fiducia nei nostri confronti! Siamo sempre attente nel cercare di trasmettere tutta la nostra passione, l'amore e l'interesse verso la nostra città! Grazie ancora e a presto rivederci per altre insolite passeggiate
We had the pleasure of being accompanied by Luigia, a very competent, empathetic and particularly witty guide. He made the explanations captivating by enriching them with expressions, anecdotes typical of Neapolitan tradition and culture.
Siamo davvero grate di averLe trasmesso la passione che Insolitaguida vuole infondere in ogni percorso e attività proposti! Ritorni presto a passeggiare con noi, la aspettiamo!