Guided Tours

Guided Urban Trekking Through Pedamentina in Naples

Duration

2 hrs

Guided tour

Discover the historic gems of Naples on this on this 2-hour guided urban trek that takes you to ancient attractions such as the Pedamentina steps and the Spanish Quarter.

Follow your guide on this urban trek full of history, scenic views, and delicious food.

See fantastic views from the terrace of Certosa di San Martino after you learn about its transformation from a monastery to a Neapolitan civic museum.

Walk along the ancient path of Pedamentina and discover a great view of the Gulf of Naples from the 14th-century steps.

Indulge in a delicious tasting of sfogliatella pastry and coffee to end your day on a delicious note.

Fun Fact: The 414-step climb of Pedamentina was also used for defensive purposes at the time of the siege of the nearby Castel S.Elmo.

2-hour walking tour

English/Italian-speaking guide

Sfogliatella and coffee tasting

Earphones for groups with 10 to 15 participants

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Get a Glimpse of Naples’ Rich History at Certosa di San Martino

Your first stop will be the Certosa di San Martino which used to be a monastery complex. Today, it has been transformed into a Neapolitan civic museum. Learn all about the history of the site and its transformation from your knowledgeable guide. Later, make your way to the Certosa di San Martino terrace and enjoy the surrounding area's panoramic view.

Discover the Pedamentina Steps and the Spanish Quarter

Continue your trek to the historic 14th-century path. It boasts 414 steps that not only provide an amazing view of the Gulf of Naples but also of the gardens surrounding the monastery. Next up is the bustling and colorful district of Spanish Quarters, or Quartieri Spagnoli. It was founded in 1500 as accommodation for Spanish soldiers living in Naples or just passing through.

Get a Taste of Neapolitan Street Food

Tuck into some delicious Neapolitan street food when you visit the Pignasecca market, a perfect way to end your 2-hour-long tour. Enjoy a tasting of sfogliatella and coffee, included in your ticket. Stay at the market after the tour to try some more iconic street food like pasta fritta, or fried alici and calamari.

Important Information

It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes as the tour involves a fair amount of walking.

To book this experience, you must book tickets for a minimum of 4 guests.

Timings

Mon to Sat: 3pm onwards.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at Certosa e Museo di San Martino.

Address: Largo S. Martino, 5, 80129 Napoli NA, Italy.

Your guide will be holding a sign board with your name.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By Bus

The closest bus stop is Vitt. Emanuele. It is a 14-minute walk to the meeting point.

Board bus C16 to get you there.

By Metro

The closest metro station is Vanvitelli. It is a quick 12-minute walk to the meeting point.

Board metro line L1 to get you there.