Naples History Tour: Discover Ancient Castles

Embark on a private tour of Naples and uncover the monumental origins of the city. Explore castles, ancient theaters, and learn about the fascinating history of Naples in this immersive experience.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Borgo Marinari - Visit and walk around the Borgo Marinai, a small marina home to ancient and prestigious nautical schools. Where the beautiful Castel dell’Ovo stands.
  • Piazza del Plebiscito - From the promenade you reach Plebiscito’s Square, home of the Basilica of Francesco di Paola and the Bourbon residence of the Royal Palace
  • **Galleria…
What's Included
  • 24/7 information and assistance from booking
  • Monolingual tours with a licensed guide
Additional Information

The “Origins” itineraries offer the opportunity to show you and discover the most fascinating places of Naples history: an over two thousand years story that begins with the legend of a mermaid, Parthenope, who abandoned herself into the waves to ship where Castel dell’Ovo rises. The castle is also known for keeping the egg (uovo in Italian) that,…

Location
Ovo Castle
Via Eldorado
Visit the picturesque Borgo Marinai, with its old sailing schools
Cancellation Policy

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

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1967mcarmenm
Jun 29, 2025
Short and great trip for your charm and companionship - the city of Naples chaotic, here lies its charm. Streetwalking and strolling along its streets is the best thing to know. The Amalfi Coast very nice, although we did not visit all of it
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Jeannette
Nov 24, 2022
One of the oldest vestiges of Naples. - A visit to this imposing and majestic Fortress is an unmissable visit, especially if you are in such a wonderful city. My experience was phenomenal as I was lucky enough to stay in one of the best areas of Naples Chiaia. This location allowed me to make the walking tour and enjoy the visit very calmly and carefully. It is a Fortress dating back to 1128, is a defensive element, jail, Royal Residence, and currently, is an event and exhibition center. His story of his name is derived from a legend, which narrates that one day Virgil, hid an egg under the foundations, of the Fortress and that if it were to break, the city would suffer a huge catastrophe, from this story the name of this Beautiful Fortification is born, My entrance was very easy, when I arrived at the entrance gate were in charge of the Museum and guided me with the entrance, this was completely free , if they explained to me that there is a space where there are vestiges of cultural and historical interest that if you have to pay your entrance, this area is at the bottom, but the price was very affordable. It was a unique visit, where the hike does not require much physical effort, it is very safe and the views of the Amalfi Coast and Positano, as well as the imposing Volcano Vesuvius as a backdrop from its Terraces.
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Marinarl3909rh
May 15, 2022
Mr. DARIO excellent guide. - Mr. Dario was able to keep the attention alive throughout the visit. A cultured, nice, interesting man who also worried about my claustrophobia as you had to go under. The view from the castle, fantastic. A pleasant experience.
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Assandri
Dec 13, 2021
Excellent - Our guide Marco excellent communicator and very nice. Magnificent views of the castle, and very pleasant explanations
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Nevenocciola
Nov 26, 2021
Tour to the Maschio Angioino - I was captivated by how Ivan guided and told the story, he guided the tour very well, and it was a beautiful experience that I recommend to everyone, never again without the guide, otherwise you lose the details that we could never have known. Thank you 🙏🏻 Ivan you were spectacular!!!
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888mirellaf
Nov 6, 2021
Nel Maschio to read the history of Naples. - Through the visit of the Maschio Angioino, especially if guided by an excellent guide like Marco, you really get in touch with the succession of the different historical phases of the city.
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Luca000405
Oct 2, 2021
Fascinating - I thank Ivan of the association there for the fantastic tour to discover the culture and history of this place nothing short of fantastic
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Enzop2015
Aug 27, 2021
A constructive experience - I wanted to express my gratitude for kindness preparation to Valeria our Naples timeline guide who guided us in the visit to the new castle or Maschio Angioino because it is right to reward an excellence of the sector, because there is nothing taken for granted in having paid for a Service and received more than you could and that is the PASSION... which is always an added value.... Bravo to the group and one in particular, I repeat to VALERIA.
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Mariapiab631
Sep 13, 2020
A journey through time....unexpected - A "journey" into the past, through the simple and passionate words of our guide Francis, a trained professional capable of engaging and instructing. The castle suddenly became “alive” and looked completely different from the image I had when I bought the ticket.
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Comerremoc
Aug 11, 2022
scam - another scam; soon you'll have to speak Chinese to get in; we've seen nothing beautiful; there's better a naples
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From $336 (Per Group)
up to 8 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).