Naples Walking Tour and the Archeological Museum

Originally built in the 16th century, Naples’ National Archeological Museum offers a collection of the most breathtaking sculptures you will ever witness. A must-see for anyone interested in Greek and Roman history, this museum has dedicated itself to archiving and preserving some of the greatest statues from both histories. It also holds a significant collection of 2,500 Egyptian pieces, offering the museum a cross-continental prestige.

Marble and bronze statues, crafted to make inanimate earth look unmistakably alive, offers renderings of mythological and historical figures. From Aphrodite to Hercules, you will find characters of all shapes and sizes presented in immaculate detail.

Perhaps you will find yourself absorbed in the detail of the Farnese Atlas statue – the figure of myth holding an intricate depiction of ancient night skies rendered on a globe. Nearly all of the Ptolemaic constellations are rendered here, daring you to spot them all. And maybe you’ll discover the twinned statues of Harmodius and Aristogeiton – the only surviving Roman statues of an ancient Greek sculpture lost to time.

The museum is also known for its collection of mosaics. Many of them are survivors of the Pompeii disaster, having retained their beauty through unspeakable tragedy and awaiting your vigilant eye. Your professional licensed guide will show you these stories and more, as you walk the dignified halls of the National Archeological Museum.

But your 4-hour journey will not end there. Entering into Spaccanapoli, a street that offers a mile-long view down its colossal length, you’ll find a collection of historical sights and structures key to Naples’ history. The city’s heart laid bare, you will become familiar with both the local and international, walking away with a new appreciation for Naples and the world beyond.