Top Naples Historical Tours

Discover the wonder of one of Europe’s active volcanoes on this Mt Vesuvius and Pompeii day trip from Naples. Follow your local guide through the ancient ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed city. Enjoy a traditional Italian pizza lunch with your small group and then hike to the top of the notorious volcano, where you’ll find stunning views of the Bay of Naples and the surrounding landscapes.

Explore the UNESCO-listed remains of the Roman town of Pompeii on this tour from Naples. After hotel pickup, ride an air-conditioned minibus to the Pompeii Archaeological Park. Gain priority entry with your informative guide and tour the highlights of the site, frozen in time by ash from a massive eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in AD 79. Witness relics such as the piazza, baths, brothel, and fresco-covered walls of Vetti’s House as your guide shares haunting stories about the lives and deaths of the long-gone inhabitants.

Set sail for the idyllic Italian island of Capri on this full-day tour, including round-trip jetfoil transfers from Naples or Sorrento. Travel around the island by minibus, taking in the views along the famous 'Mamma Mia' road. Stop to browse the handicraft stores of Anacapri and soak up the atmosphere in buzzing La Piazzetta. Top it off with a visit to the Blue Grotto and a funicular ride to Marina Grande.

See the stunning Amalfi Coast at your own speed on this private, full-day trip from Naples. After creating your own itinerary, sit back and enjoy as a private driver takes you along the coast, making stops in the most beautiful villages in southern Italy: Positano, Sorrento, Ravello and Amalfi. Get a true taste of the region’s rich history, architecture, cuisine and more before concluding with drop-off back in Naples.

Take a trip out to the massive Palace of Caserta, a UNESCO World Heritage site celebrated for its Baroque design and massive size (it's the largest royal residence on earth), with this day trip, you'll get skip-the-line access, allowing you to head straight in to the palace to explore its numerous apartments and huge gardens with the help of an audioguide.

Visit two of Italy’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed attractions on this full-day shore excursion from Naples. Journey along the picturesque Amalfi Coast; enjoy free time to explore the hilltop towns of Positano and Sorrento; then marvel at the archeological wonders of ancient Pompeii on a guided tour.

Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello are the most famous towns on the Amalfi Coast, but it can be a challenge to visit all three in a single day by public transportation. Skip the bus and save hours with this tour, giving you time to explore these spectacular towns at your own pace. Browse the artisan boutiques in Positano, visit the cathedral in Amalfi, and take in views from the Terrace of Infinity in Ravello.

Explore the Amalfi Coast and Pompeii during this full-day shore excursion from Naples. Discover the beauty of the Amalfi Coast and visit two of the most popular towns, Sorrento and Positano. Enjoy some free time to walk around. Avoid long lines at the ruins of Pompeii and see the excavations of the city that was destroyed by Mount Vesuvius.

With its wealth of historic sights, sprawling city center, and relentless urban pace, Naples can be daunting at first glance. With this tour, the city becomes manageable with the help of a guide who leads you on a walking itinerary of the highlights great and small, explaining Neapolitan history and culture along the way. Catch your breath and sample a traditional pastry during a break for coffee and dessert.

Experience the Campania region's three most famous destinations on an 8-hour group tour from Naples. The full-day adventure is perfect for cruise ship passengers as well as travelers who value efficiency. A guided tour of Pompeii helps you get the most out of your visit to the sprawling ruins. Continue with stops in the seaside towns of Sorrento and Positano, where you have time to explore independently.

Discover Sorrento and the UNESCO-listed Amalfi Coast on this independent day trip from Naples. Led by your own driver, take a relaxed ride to the town of Sorrento to wander its charming streets at your leisure. Afterward, travel along the scenic Amalfi Coast to Positano, Ravello and Amalfi, with time to purchase lunch, sightsee or souvenir shop at your own expense. After a day of independent exploration, enjoy a smooth ride back to your original departure point.

Naples has been inhabited for almost 3,000 years and much of the city’s past is hidden beneath the modern streets. Secure your spot on an official Naples Underground (Napoli Sotterranea) tour, the only way to venture below ground and explore the city’s buried history. Admire the ancient Neapolitan aqueduct and WWII air raid shelters, all with an official site guide.

Discover the best of southern Italy on a half-day sightseeing tour of Naples and Pompeii. Led by a local guide, explore Naples’ must-see spots, including the Royal Palace, Naples Cathedral, and the Posillipo quarter, where you soak up incredible views of the Bay of Naples. Afterward, journey to the ancient ruins of Pompeii, destroyed by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in AD 79. See the Forum, Thermal Baths and more before returning to your original departure point.

Enjoy a panoramic view of Naples from the open-air top of a double-decker bus and a hop-on hop-off ticket good for 24 hours. With more than 30 combined stops to choose from on three different routes, including major attractions like the Archaeological Museum, Capodimonte Museum and Piazza Municipio, these buses make it easy to discover Naples at your own pace.

Touring the Amalfi Coast only by land means missing some of the best sights it has to offer. This guided boat tour offers the chance to exploring the UNESCO-listed coastline from the water, taking in views of secluded beaches and caves, and making some stops for swimming and snorkeling, along the way. The tour also includes time to explore the towns of Amalfi and Positano.

This tour of Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi is ideal for day-trippers from Naples who want to see the Amalfi Coast but don’t have a lot of time, and is one of the few bus tours from Naples that allows groups to visit Positano’s downtown. Plus, lunch and pickup and drop-off from your port or hotel in Naples are included.

Naples is Italy’s third-largest city, but with so much to see, it’s hard to know where to start. This small-group walking tour is ideal for first-time visitors or those short on time, exploring the UNESCO-listed center and checking off top attractions such as the New Castle, Piazza Plebiscito, the Fountain of Neptune, and much more. Upgrade to a private tour for just you and your party.

Get a true taste of one of Italy's culinary capitals on a food and sightseeing tour of Naples. Spend some time exploring the city, stopping at the city's main squares and basilicas, as well as at hidden eateries to sample traditional dishes. Learn the history of Naples as you make your way from one mini-feast to the next, dining on everything from zucchini flowers to ragù, baccalà, and pizza. Come hungry: the tasting tour is a meal in itself.

Embark on a day trip from Naples to explore one of Italy's scenic treasures: the spectacular Amalfi Coast. Begin with a visit to Sorrento, a resort town that serves as gateway to this stunning Mediterranean landscape. Enjoy a gourmet lunch of regional delicacies before continue along a coastal drive to Positano and Amalfi, savoring unforgettable views around every twist and turn. Spend some solo time perusing the latter, with its architecturally rich Catholic cathedral overlooking the central piazza—where you can sip locally produced Limoncello while marveling at the scenery.

Discover the archeological site of Pompeii on this full-day tour. Skip the line with premium access and explore Pompeii’s archeological ruins. Go for a drive through Vesuvius National Park with views over the Bay of Naples and hike along the crater of the volcano at your own pace. Round-trip transportation by shuttle bus from Naples is included.

Make the most of a one-day visit to the Amalfi Coast region with this day trip to Pompeii and the island of Capri from Naples. Combine the region's foremost historic excavation with one of its most picturesque islands. Visit the ruins of the ancient Roman city of Pompeii followed by a boat trip to the sparkling island of Capri. This is an excellent day trip option for cruise passengers.

Embark on a guided tour through one of the world's most renowned archaeological complexes―the ancient Roman city of Pompeii―and learn the vast history of this well-preserved site. Join an expert archaeological guide on a walk this its ruins, preserved under layers of volcanic pumice and ash since AD 79 until its rediscovery more than 1,500 years later. Pass former houses and storefronts, visit the Stabian Baths, climb the stairs of a Roman amphitheater and more.

After your cruise ship docks in Naples, take the lead on this small-group tour of the Amalfi Coast. Decide where you stop and for how long; you'll be ferried along the coastal road by a guide and driver who knows the ins and outs of the region. Stops can include Sorrento, Amalfi, Ravello, and Positano.

Make the most of your time off the boat near Naples with this private, action-packed shore excursion exploring the Amalfi Coast. Get picked up at the port and then be whisked off to one of the most enchanting coastlines on the planet. Stop for photo opps along the way and then stroll around the charming seaside towns of Positano, Amalfi and hilltop Ravello, before being dropped off at the ship again.