Naples Food Tour: Pizza, Wine & Street Tastings in Centro Storico

Summary

Neapolitan pizza wine tastings through naples old streets

You’ll eat your way through Naples’ historic center—starting with street snacks in Piazza Dante, real Neapolitan pizza on Via dei Tribunali, local wine and charcuterie stops, plus classic Sunday sauce and espresso done right. Expect laughter with your guide, surprising flavors around every corner, and moments that stick long after dessert.

What’s the experience like?

“You want it with or without the anchovy?” The guy behind the counter didn’t even look up as he handed me this tiny fried thing—cuoppo, I think our guide called it. I shrugged and said “senza,” but then he winked and dropped one with anchovy into my hand anyway. It was salty and hot, and I swear I burned my tongue a little but didn’t care. That’s how we started—right there in Piazza Dante, surrounded by kids weaving through scooters and someone’s nonna yelling from a window above us.

Walking down Via dei Tribunali felt like being in a movie, except you can actually smell the dough baking (and sometimes the drains, honestly). Our guide, Marco, kept pointing out these old stone arches and telling stories about pizza’s origins—he said Margherita was invented just for a queen. We stopped at this place that’s apparently older than my grandparents’ house back home. The pizza crust was chewy but charred at the edges, and when I tried to say “grazie mille” to the pizzaiolo he grinned like I’d passed some kind of test.

I lost track of how many times we stopped for bites—charcuterie with this sharp cheese that made me squint a bit, a glass of local red that tasted almost dusty (in a good way?), something called Sunday sauce that reminded me of family dinners but with way more garlic. There was this moment on Spaccanapoli where the light hit all those yellow buildings just right and Marco told us about his childhood here; he got quiet for a second before cracking another joke about Neapolitan coffee being “rocket fuel.” He wasn’t wrong—the espresso shot nearly knocked me over.

I still think about that pastry at the end—flaky layers with sweet ricotta inside—and how everyone in our little group sort of lingered even though the tour was technically over. Maybe it was all the food slowing us down or just not wanting to leave yet. Naples does that to you.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Naples food and culture walking tour

• Meet at Piazza Dante
• Discover ancient door history
• Enjoy aperitivo and learn history
• Walk Via dei Tribunali and taste pizza
• Pass by Naples Underground square
• Learn about Via San Gregorio Armeno
• Pass Basilica of San Domenico Maggiore
• Explore Spaccanapoli with two stops
• Shop and taste on Via Toledo

Top questions

How long does the Naples food tour last?

The tour covers several stops across Naples’ historic center; expect around 3–4 hours total walking and tasting time.

Are drinks included on this Naples food tour?

Yes, you’ll get an Aperol spritz at aperitivo time, a glass of local wine with charcuterie, plus authentic Neapolitan coffee.

Is this Naples food tour suitable for vegetarians?

The menu includes options like pizza and pastries; contact organizers ahead for specific dietary needs to check availability.

Where does the Naples food tour start?

The meeting point is Piazza Dante in central Naples—right by Dante’s statue.

How much walking is involved during the tour?

You’ll walk along main streets like Via dei Tribunali and Spaccanapoli; comfortable shoes are recommended as there’s a fair amount of walking.

Does this food tour include entry fees or tickets?

No entry fees are required; all tastings and drinks are included as part of the experience.

Can strollers be brought on this Naples food tour?

Strollers are allowed but may need to be carried at certain locations due to steps or narrow streets.

What’s included

Your day includes meeting up in Piazza Dante for an aperitivo spritz before wandering through Naples’ old town with your local guide. You’ll sample fresh buffalo mozzarella from nearby farms, try authentic Neapolitan pizza straight from the oven, enjoy local wine paired with charcuterie plates, taste classic Sunday sauce like families do here, sip strong espresso prepared Neapolitan style, discover a signature secret dish along the way, and finish with traditional pastries—all within easy reach of public transport if you need it after.