Piazza del Plebiscito Tours
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The grand semicircular Piazza del Plebiscito is named after the referendum that united southern Italy with Piedmont under the House of Savoy in the 19th century. A miraculous swath of peaceful public space in raucous Naples, the piazza is the site of two top monuments: The Royal Palace and San Francesco di Paola Church.
The Basics
As Naples’ largest public space—and one of the largest in Italy—the Piazza del Plebiscito is a natural starting point for walking, Segway, bike, and food tours that head north, deeper into the historical center. These tours typically take some time to admire the Royal Palace, San Carlo Opera House, and Galleria Umberto I, all just a few steps away.
Travelers who would like to explore farther afield can take advantage of tours that combine visits to the piazza with excursions to Pompeii or the island retreats of Ischia and Procida.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Travelers who are not planners can get a satisfying introduction to the city by starting at the piazza and simply walking north on Via Toledo.
- The San Francesco di Paola Church is the highlight of the piazza.
- Concerts, protests, and other public events bring large crowds—it’s a good idea to check ahead of time if you’d like to avoid them.
How to Get There
Facing the Royal Palace and the San Carlo Opera House, the Piazza del Plebiscito is situated between the seafront and the southern terminus of Via Toledo. Travelers can take Metro line 1 to Municipio Station and walk south on Via Vittorio Emanuele III past Via San Carlo and Piazza Trieste e Trento. The E6, N1, N3, and R2 bus lines stop nearby.
When to Get There
The Piazza del Plebiscito is usually quiet but comes alive mid-afternoon, when local kids take advantage of the spacious, flat space to kick around soccer balls. Since the piazza is the city’s most prominent, it often hosts protests, concerts, and other public events that can get too crowded for comfort and are probably best avoided. New Year’s Eve celebrations and concerts, however, are a great way to see how Neapolitans party.
Top Sites Near Piazza del Plebiscito
In addition to the San Carlo Opera House, Royal Palace, and Umberto I Gallery, many of Naples’ most-visited monuments are located just a short walk from the piazza. The Angevin fortress and art gallery Castel Nuovo is located farther east along Corso Vittorio Emanuele III, and the Castel dell’Ovo lies south off the waterside promenade on Via Partenope. Look northwest from the center of the piazza toward the hills and you’ll see San Martino, a monastery housing one of the city’s finest art collections.
Address: Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples, Campania, Italy
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Naples City and Pompeii Half Day Sightseeing Tour
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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.
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Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems: Best of Naples Private Tour
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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.
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Naples Walking Tour with Underground Ruins
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Discover Naples during a half-day guided walking tour through the historic city center. Your informative guide shares highlights such as the San Carlo Theater, Plebiscito Square, Castel Nuovo, Royal Palace, and ancient underground ruins, along with artisan shops, cafes, and churches. The tour includes one hour of free time to shop and purchase lunch.
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Naples Walking and Sightseeing Tour with Local Guide
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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.
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Naples Guided Tour by Bike
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Get to know the southern Italian capital in a unique way with this 3-hour guided bike tour of Naples. Ride through the historic city with a professional guide, learning about Naples' archaeological, cultural and culinary history. Stop frequently for photos, including a coffee break along the way. Ideal for cruise passengers or short-break tourists.
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A Taste of Old Napoli Food Tour
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Naples is an immensely colorful city with arguably the best food Italy has to offer (hint: it's not just about Pizza!). We'll take you from the Spanish Quarter to Pignasecca Market and beyond to taste the many flavors of this historic city. Not only will you taste the famous pizza and buffalo mozzerella, but you'll also see the contrasts of the old and the new, the rich and the poor and hear the traditions, legends and ghost stories hiding with the many backstreets of Naples.
Our food tour takes you away from the tourist traps to areas unseen by most travelers. Explore and get to know this city through its amazing food and drinks.
Additionally, you’ll be introduced to the most popular open air food market and learn about the history of an architectural landmark. Get away from the crowds and join us for an unforgettable 3.5 hours of eating, drinking, making new friends, and – above all – having fun!
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Tasty Ancient Naples & San Gregorio Armeno Food, Wine and Sightseeing Tour
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Make the most of your time in Naples with this tour that pairs culture with cuisine. Meet your guide for a walking itinerary that takes in some of the most famous sights in the historic center, stopping along the way to sample street foods like “pizza al portafoglio” and “cuoppo”. Take a break at a traditional Neapolitan trattoria for dinner featuring a number of classic dishes before finishing your exploration.
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Naples Private City Tour for Kids and Families with Local Guide
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Pique your kids’ interest in Naples with this family-friendly city tour, led by a local guide. Making the city’s rich history fun, the tour combines visits to Piazza del Plebiscito and Teatro di San Carlo with quizzes, treasure hunts, trivia, and even iPad games to keep everyone engaged. You’ll choose between a morning or afternoon start time to suit your schedule, and enjoy exploring with a private guide just for your family group.
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Private Tour: Naples Sightseeing by Vintage Fiat 500 or Fiat 600
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Take a classic Italian ride through Naples on this private, 5-hour tour by vintage Fiat 600. Led by a personal driver, pass the UNESCO-listed Historic Centre of Naples, Castel Dell'Ovo, Parco Virgiliano and other top attractions. Learn the history behind each major landmark you pass, hopping out to relax with coffee and cake at a local café. Take some time to explore by foot before returning to your original departure point.
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Central Naples Bike Tour
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Explore Naples’ historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on a 3-hour bike tour. Following a guide, cycle past landmarks like Castel dell'Ovo, the Church of Gesu' Nuovo and Piazza del Plebiscito. On a bike, you can cover more ground than you would on a walking tour but still enjoy being outside so you don’t miss any views.
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Naples Walking Tour - Private Walking tour with guide
The best way to discover Naples is to walk through its famous historical center rich of artisan shops, street food, churches and underground excavations. Meet your guide in the city center by Municipio Square and start the tour through the monumental area. Explore the Galleria Umberto, Plebiscito Sq. and walk by Castel Nuovo and by the Royal Palace.
Whereupon reach the historical center, enjoy free time to shopping and for lunch. Stroll through Spaccanapoli and Via San Gregorio Armeno, visit the buried ruins of the ancient Naples.
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The tour starts from the historic center, the beating heart of Naples.
I will tell you about the birth of the city, of the Greek Naples, and you will know how the most ancient inhabitants of Neapolis lived; of how the Pizza Margherita was born, of Naples, the European capital of music.
You will visit legendary castles.
You will know everything about the crib tradition and why Christmas is celebrated on December 25th. You will learn about Neapolitan culinary traditions and how street food is born in Naples; you will taste the typical products of Naples.
You will visit the seaside village of Santa Lucia, a magical place where time seems to have passed.
The tour continues with a visit to the Spanish Quarters and the historic Pignasecca market.
The tour will give you the opportunity to get in touch with the true soul of Naples, knowing its uses and traditions, it will give you the curiosity to feel Neapolitans among the Neapolitans.
An unforgettable experience.
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Pizza workshop in Naples Make your Margherita
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In this workshop you will create your own Neapolitan Margherita pizza, learning the secrets and the tricks of homemade Neapolitan dough. You will use all fresh and genuine ingredients. Enjoy your Neapolitan pizza with a good glass of wine, admiring the beautiful landscape over the sea of Neaples and with Castel Nuovo. Taste the true flavor of the Margherita and feel like a real Neapolitan pizzaiolo.
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Naples walking tour of the Most-famous Sites Monuments with the Veiled Christ
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Experience the history and culture of Southern Italy’s largest city on this guided excursion. After meeting up with a knowledgeable local guide, learn the city’s fascinating stories while exploring local landmarks like the Cathedral of Naples, the San Severo Museum Chapel, Spaccanapoli, Piazza del Plebiscito, and Piazza del Gesù Nuovo.
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Naples Food Walking Tour
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Indulge in the most delicious food that Naples has to offer on this tasty street food-themed walking tour. With a guide to show you the best of the best, you'll stroll the streets of this colorful city, exploring the street vendors and the food markets. Sip a strong espresso, sample Neapolitan delights like warm 'sfogliatella' (a layered pastry) and learn where to get the best pizza in the city. The tour is limited to 14 people so you’ll get personalized attention from the guide.
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Private Sightseeing Tour in Naples by Vespa
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See Naples like a true Italian on this 4.5-hour Vespa tour. Led by an expert driver, hop on the back of a vintage scooter and soak up the city’s history, architecture and old-world charm. Pass top attractions including the UNESCO-listed Historic Centre of Naples, Parco Virgiliano and Castel Dell'Ovo, hopping off to relax at a local cafe with a cake and coffee (own expense). Enjoy an intimate look at this southern Italian city before returning to your original departure point.
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Naples Orientation Private Walking Tour
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Discover the best of Naples with this private walking tour. Let your knowledgeable guide introduce you to the historic center of Naples, originally founded by the Greeks and still showing influences of the many different ruling cultures over the centuries. Learn about the city's major historic attractions as well as some of the local delicacies.
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Private Tour: Naples Food Tasting Tour by Vintage Fiat 500 or Fiat 600
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Combine Naples’ iconic cuisine with its culture on this private 4.5-hour tour in a vintage Fiat 500, which includes a private pizza-making class. Travel stylishly in a classic Italian car and stop to explore Napoli neighborhoods, sample local delicacies, and learn to create delicious pizzas under the guidance of an Italian chef. Absorb panoramic views of Naples from Piazzale San Martino and feast on pastries, gelato, mozzarella, wine, and coffee in the lively Vomero district. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Naples are included.
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Naples Grand Tour: the Best of Naples with your local guide
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Go off the beaten path with a half-day private tour in Naples. Customize the itinerary according to your interests and let your guide design a personalized tour. See top historic landmarks such as Castell dell’Ovo, Piazza del Plebiscito, and Galleria Umberto I along with local hidden favorites. Stroll through the Spanish Quarter and visit markets during this walking tour.
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Naples Segway Tour
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Enhance your sightseeing experience of Naples, southern Italy’s largest city, on aaples Segway tour. With a professional guide, cruise the vibrant streets on a smooth and self-balancing Segway and receive a fascinating introduction to Naples’ rich history. Admire popular landmarks like Castel dell’Olvo and the Church of San Francesco di Paolo. Absorb the lively atmosphere surrounding monuments like Piazza Plebiscito and the Royal Palace of Naples (Palazzo Reale). Receive personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to only eight people.
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Private 4-Hour City Tour of Naples with Hotel or Cruise Port pick-up
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Enjoy this completely personalized private tour of Naples and enjoy it's most emblematic monuments and sights comfortable in your private luxury vehicle, together with your private official tour guide.
Don’t miss monuments and sights like Spaccanapoli Street, Cathedral of Naples, Castell dell'OVO and much more! Skip the line entrance included to San Severo Museum Chapel.
- SAVE COVID-19 SAFE - As this is a private tour we take care of maintaining social distance
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Pompeii,Naples and Pizza Private Tour
Naples means culture, good food and spectacular views and with this relaxing tour you'll have the opportunity to get all of this things. Explore the city of Naples and the archaeological site of Pompeii with lunch at famous Neapolitan Pizzeria . Day tour in a comfortable mercedes vehicle with a local driver who'll give you important information about the history and the culture of the places that you will visit.
Pick up From Naples, Salerno, Sorrento, Pompeii, Caserta and the Amalfi coast area
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Naples Shore Excursion:Small Group Naples City Sightseeing Tour
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Make the most of your time while in port in Naples with a 2-hour tour of the city by minibus. See Naples Cathedral, the Royal Palace, views from the Posillipo terrace and more as a local guide fills you in on the rich history behind all the sights. After two comprehensive hours, your excursion will conclude at Plebiscite Square. Group size is limited in an effort to keep the experience as intimate as possible.
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City Tour: Panoramic, Historic and Monumental Naples
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Explore the highlights of Naples on this half-day walking tour, which spans hundreds of years of history. Tick off top monuments like the Royal Palace, Piazza del Plebiscito, and San Carlo Theatre, and admire stunning panoramic views overlooking the Gulf of Naples. Tours include front-door pickup from the train station, cruise port, or your hotel.
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