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Explore the authentic heart of Naples on a guided walking tour through the Spanish Quarters, where street art, folklore, and local flavors meet.
With a local guide, walk narrow alleys of one of Naples’ most vibrant neighborhoods, discovering stories, legends, and daily traditions most visitors never see.
The Spanish Quarters are now an open-air gallery. Admire striking murals by contemporary artists, including the famous Maradona mural and hidden artworks that tell the story of the community.
The tour continues into the lively Pignasecca Market, the oldest street market in Naples and a symbol of local life, filled with colors, sounds, and aromas.
Along the way, enjoy typical tastings that represent authentic city flavors, including a traditional Neapolitan sweet.
Ideal for travelers who want to combine history, street art, folklore, and food in one walking tour away from the usual tourist routes.
Come hungry and ready to discover the real Naples.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The guide stops right where the number “2” is.
It's one of the oldest market in Naples. It's close to the starting point.
Itinerary
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The Spanish Quarters — or Quartieri Spagnoli — lie in the heart of Naples’ historic center, weaving together centuries of architecture, history, and local life. Built in the 16th century under the rule of Spanish viceroy Pedro de Toledo, these narrow, lively streets were originally created to house Spanish military troops. Their unique grid-like urban design flows down from Castel Sant’Elmo, creating a maze of alleys full of character, color, and contradiction. Once a symbol of military control, the neighborhood has evolved into one of the city’s most iconic and expressive areas — a living museum of street art, resilience, and Neapolitan identity. As we walk through the San Ferdinando, Avvocata, and Montecalvario districts, your guide will reveal how this once-marginalized area became a vibrant canvas of rebellion, memory, and hope.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Mercato della Pignasecca
Explore the oldest street market in Naples, buzzing with life, sounds, and aromas. Here you’ll sample fresh local delicacies and see how Neapolitans shop, eat, and live every day.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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