The Best of Mouthwateringly Tasty Naples Food Tours
Last Updated on 13th August 2023 by Sophie Nadeau
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As home of the Neapolitan pizza, there is perhaps no better place in the world to taste the iconic Italian dish than in Naples, which is known as Napoli in Italian. And, if you’re a fan of getting to know the culinary scene of a city by visiting together with a local guide, then you should book to go on one of these Naples food tours ASAP.
If you’ve only got a short time in Naples, be sure to check out our suggestions on how to spend one day in Naples. For more off the beaten path locations, check out our guide to the best secret spots in Naples.
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Best Naples food tours
A Slice of Naples
Tour time: 4 hours
Price: from 84€ per adult
If you’re looking for a food-focused tour that’s all about the pizza, then you should book this visit. Highlights include learning about the three principal types of iconic Neapolitan pizza and sampling traditional Italian desserts at a historic pastry shop.
There’s also a pizza demonstration workshop, which will reveal the insider secrets of exactly what makes Neapolitan pizza so tasty. And that’s not all! You’ll also have the chance to enjoy views of Capri Island and the Naples Gulf and learn about the local wine.
Naples: Food Tour with Davide
Tour time: 2 hours
Price: from 50€ per person
This incredibly well-reviewed tour with local tour guide Davide is popular thanks to the fact that Davide will show you some of the more off the beaten spots in Naples as he avoids many of the touristy spots.
You’ll learn all about Mediterranean cuisine with a visit to a busy market and also get the opportunity to sample a number of Neapolitan snacks, including eggplant, artichoke, zucchini. There is also the opportunity to sample a number of different cheeses and types of pizza.
Naples: Street Food Tour with Local Guide
Tour time: 2,5 hours
Price: from 38€ per person
If you love discovering city centres by mouth, then this guided visit will take you on a tour of some of the more iconic architecture of Naples, while also stopping to try various small bites. En route, you’ll get to taste frittate di pasta and arancini.
You’ll also have the opportunity to sample some dishes which originated in Naples, babà and sfogliatelle. The tour will also take you to a limoncello factory, where you can sample the local Italian liqueur for yourself.
Naples: Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals
Tour time: 3 hours
Price: from 108€ per person
If you prefer a more intimate setting, then this private group is all about a variety of tastings and includes the opportunity to sample 10 local favourite foods. En route, you’ll learn plenty about the history of Naples while visiting iconic spots such as Piazza del Gesu, Pignaseca Market, and University Federico II.
A Taste of Old Napoli
Tour time: 3,5 hours
Price: from 69€ per adult
This popular and vegetarian friendly tour allows you to meet directly with artisans, all the while avoiding the more touristy spots of the city. If you’re sick of eating pizza, then this tour also focuses less on pizza and more on other local dishes.
Highlights of the food you can sample deep-fried pasta and Caprese Salad made with creamy buffalo mozzarella. There’s also the opportunity to learn more about the history of the city, and you’ll visit iconic landmarks such as Royal Palace, Umberto I Gallery, San Carlo Theatre and Piazza del Plebiscito.
Naples by Night: Food and Wine Walking Tour with Local Guide
Tour time: 4 hours
Price: from 89€ per person
If you’re planning to spend your days visiting churches, museums, and other attractions and would rather do a night tour, then this is the tour to book. This after dark tasting tour will take you through some of the main parts of the city, stopping for various tastings.
As well as dining on Pizza Margherita, you’ll try eggplant parmigiana, zucchini flowers, babà (Neapolitan rum cake) and sfogliatelle (shell-shaped pastries).
