---
title: "Naples Walking Tour: Old Town and Spaccanapoli"
lang: en
type: tour
city: Naples
country: Italy
price: 25
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.89
reviews: 287
duration_minutes: 120
languages: [en, it, fr, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Old town on foot?
rank_in_category: 2 of 7 (Walking Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-22
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/naples/tours/naples-walking-tour-old-town-and-spaccanapoli/
---

# Naples Walking Tour: Old Town and Spaccanapoli

**Guidekin's take:** The Greek and Roman street grid of the old town on foot, down Spaccanapoli and into the San Gregorio Armeno market of artisan shops, with a sweet or savoury tasting along the way and headsets for larger groups. Small parties may find the walk run bilingually, and gratuities are the only extra. 4.89 from 287 reviews at €25 per person.

**Old town on foot?:** Down Spaccanapoli to the San Gregorio Armeno workshops with a tasting on the way at €25 per person for 2h; tips are the extra. 4.89 from 287 reviews. Trade-off: May run bilingually; tips extra. (last checked September 22, 2026)

In our comparison: #2 of 7 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

We will take you back to Greek and Roman times through the cheerful alleys of ancient Naples. You will walk along its ancient Greek streets and admire countless churches. Observe the diversity of religious belief systems co-existing in society and a mixture of Pagan and Christian icons that can be seen in the San Gregorio Armeno market. Here, you can also explore several artisan shops.

Discover why Naples boasts varying architectural styles. In this city, see not only the Greek and Roman area but also the medieval and Baroque areas. Moreover, you will have the possibility to see how the “Neapolitan” culture is expressed in the typical local food as well as in the narrow streets full of players and dancers that will color your walk with unbelievable effects.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Meet your guide next to Dante Alighieri…
- Starts 10:00, 16:00: 2 departures a day
- Food included: Food tasting ( sweet or salty)
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €20: ages 6 to 12

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €25 per person
- Duration: 2h
- Rating: 4.89/5 from 287 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Napoli Official Tour
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Start times: 10:00, 16:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-22

## Reviews

4.89 from 287 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 280 of 287.

- 5 stars: 266 (93%)
- 4 stars: 14 (5%)
- 3 stars: 3 (1%)
- 2 stars: 4 (1%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers value the introduction to local culture and the practical tips; some find the historical explanations too thin.

**Praised:**
- Engaging accounts of Naples' history, folklore and local traditions
- An introduction to the old town that helps travellers get their bearings
- Walks through side streets, churches and less obvious parts of the old town
- Practical tips on where to eat and what to explore after the tour

**Complaints:**
- Some find too little explanation of buildings and their history, while others praise the detail

Written by Guidekin from the 40 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-06-29 to 2026-09-29); last checked 2026-10-04.

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tour in italiano | €25 / person | Italian | language |
| Tour in spagnolo | €25 / person | Spanish | language |
| Tour in Francese | €25 / person | French, Spanish, English, Italian | - |
| Naples Walking Tour: Old Town and Spaccanapoli | €25 / person | English | - |

## What's included

- Local guide
- Food tasting ( sweet or salty)
- Headsets to hear the tour guide clearly ( from 6 participant and on )

## Not included

- Gratuities

## Itinerary

1. **Piazza Dante** (15m) - Meet your guide on Piazza Dante and start your tour through the ancient streets of Neapolis. We will take you back to Greek and Roman times through the cheerful alleys of ancient Naples.
2. **Port'Alba** (15m) - , located on the left side of Piazza Dante, is one of the oldest gates of the city of Naples; this historic pertugio introduces the historic center of Naples and the Decumanus Major.
3. **Piazza Bellini** (15m) - On the western side of the square it is possible to admire some remains of the walls of the Greek Neapolis. It is a fortification system made of compact tufa blocks and the walls have been dated, roughly, to the second half of the 4th century BC.
4. **Via Dei Tribunali** (30m) - Heart of the historic center of Naples lies Via dei Tribunali also known as Decumano Maggiore. Historic businesses, such as some of the most famous Neapolitan pizzerias, and numerous monuments are concentrated along the route. From the main artery of Via dei Tribunali other...
5. **Via San Gregorio Armeno** (15m) - The famous street of nativity scenes
6. **Spaccanapoli** (30m) - The picturesque street that runs from the Quartieri Spagnoli to the neighborhood of Forcella bisecting the Neapolitan city, known as the Decumano Inferiore. Walking along this street is a journey inside the "real Naples": here among beautiful churches, apartments where locals...
7. **Piazza del Gesu Nuovo** (pass by, no stop) - Tour will end in Piazza del Gesù Nuovo , one of the most important squares in the historic center of Naples surrounded by the church of the same name , Basilica of Santa Chiara and characteristic restaurants.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 10:00, 16:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-22
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

Meet your guide next to Dante Alighieri Statue .Guide will await holding the sign with Napoli Official tour logo

Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:EiJQLnphIERhbnRlLCA4MDEzNSBOYXBvbGkgTkEsIEl0YWx5Ii4qLAoUChIJZTpywFwIOxMRUberhWZVHjASFAoSCev6ettmCDsTEX64jGXMQzrS

Ends: The tour will finish in Piazza del Gesù Nuovo the most important square of historical city centre.

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guide Language Policy : The tour is guaranteed in the selected language with a minimum of 4 participants per language. If the minimum number of participants is not reached, the tour may be conducted bilingually to ensure the experience can still take place.

## Compared with other Walking Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #2 of 7** | €25 | 2h | 4.89 (287) | shared |
| [Street art tour of Spanish Quarter and Naples Underground](/italy/naples/tours/street-art-tour-of-spanish-quarter-and-naples-underground/?format=md) | €22 | 2h | 4.91 (970) | shared |
| [Naples Panoramic Walking Tour: From the Hills to the Center](/italy/naples/tours/naples-panoramic-walking-tour-from-the-hills-to-the-center/?format=md) | €26 | 2h | 4.87 (347) | shared |
| [Naples Private Tour - Highlights and Hidden Gems with Local](/italy/naples/tours/naples-private-tour-highlights-and-hidden-gems-with-local/?format=md) | €71 | 2h | 4.86 (325) | private |

Ranked #2 of 7 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €18 to €71, median €26; typical length 2h. 1 of 7 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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