Naples: 2.5-Hour Guided Tour of the Historic Center, Art & Tradition

Highlights

• Expert Guide
• Naples Historic Center

What's included

Itinerary

1. 1

   Chiesa del Gesu Nuovo

   20min

   The Church of Gesù Nuovo is located in the square of the same name, opposite the obelisk of the Immaculate Conception and the basilica of Santa Chiara. The external facade is embellished by the splendid marble portal while the interior is characterized by rich Baroque decorations. A chapel of the church houses the remains of San Giuseppe Moscati.

2. 2

   Complesso Monumentale di Santa Chiara

   20min

   The church of Santa Chiara, the largest Gothic basilica in the city, was built by order of King Robert of Anjou.

3. 3

   Spaccanapoli

   Pass by

   One of the symbolic streets of Naples so called because it divides the ancient city in two. Walking along the entire route we can admire numerous historic buildings, palaces and churches which are among the most important places of interest in Naples.

4. 4

   Piazza San Domenico Maggiore

   20min

   The square, which takes its name from the Basilica of San Domenico Maggiore, is dominated by the obelisk of the saint and is framed by the apse of the basilica itself and a series of noble palaces, including Palazzo Sansevero. Prince Raimondo di Sangro used to pass through this square to arrive at the splendid family chapel which houses the Veiled Christ.

5. 5

   Statua del Dio Nilo

   Pass by

   In one of the many small squares of the city we find a mysterious statue and symbol of abundance. The Statue of the God Nile reveals the relationship between Naples and the Egyptians. Cults dedicated to oriental divinities thrived in the city, including the most famous ones dedicated to Isis.

6. 6

   Via San Gregorio Armeno

   20min

   San Gregorio Armeno, known as the Via dei Presepi, thanks to the presence of ancient shops that hand-make the characters of the Neapolitan nativity scene. Here you can breathe the Christmas atmosphere at any time of the year and we can admire the craftsmen who not only reproduce characters from the classic Nativity but also statuettes depicting politicians, sportsmen and famous current figures.

7. 7

   Basilica di San Lorenzo Maggiore

   20min

   The Basilica of San Lorenzo stands at the end of via San Gregorio Armeno and was built in the unmistakable French Gothic style. The apse is one of the most beautiful and audacious, of Gothic conception, found in Italy.

8. 8

   Via Dei Tribunali

   Pass by

   This road corresponds to the ancient decumanus major and crosses the heart of the historical centre.

Before you go

Location