One of the most popular destinations during the Easter vacations is undoubtedly Naples. Thanks to an enviable historical and cultural heritage, it is taken by storm every year by tourists from Italy and abroad who are eager to learn more about local history and customs in front of such a dreamlike panorama as the Gulf of Naples.

Spending Easter in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius is an excellent opportunity to admire the main attractions of the place and enjoy a climate that is always very pleasant and not very cold. Moreover, these days the tables of Neapolitans are a riot of casatielli, pastiere, colombe, zuppa di cozze and many other Easter gastronomic delights. But what to visit or do on these very special days?

Walking tours, museums, boat tours: what to do in Naples at Easter

Those who have decided to spend the Easter weekend in beautiful Naples will be spoiled for choice as the location offers plenty of points of interest for all tastes. To make these festive days unique, you can rely on the professionalism of Movery who is committed to building experiences that are tailored and suitable for families, couples or groups of friends. Whether it is an outdoor excursion, a wine tasting or a museum trip, it will be provided 7 days a week assistance to meet any specific needs. With Movery, it is really quick and easy to book a tourist activity at or near Naples' most important monuments and sites.

Fun group activities

For those who wish to do something more manual and hands-on in company, the advice is to opt for this pottery workshop in Vietri sul Mare. This is an educational workshop on ceramic working and decoration techniques to learn how to make a small object from scratch and is also suitable for young children.

The more athletic, on the other hand, will surely appreciate this tour of Naples by electric scooter. After a short briefing on driving instructions for the vehicle, the walk will wind through the arteries of the historic center between Piazza del Gesù, Piazza Dante, Castel dell'Ovo and Piazza del Plebiscito.  

However, those who do not like comfort and want to pedal can choose the bike tours among the most beautiful places in Naples. Riding your bike, you will start from the area of the Archaeological Museum and then ride along the Mergellina promenade, Piazza del Plebiscito, Via Toledo, the Decumani, Via dei Tribunali, Via Caracciolo, to reach the Castel dell'Ovo.

For fun with a hint of mystery, there is also a hunt for the murderer around Naples. After being divided into teams, you will go in search of a journalist accused of murder armed with the perfect detective's kit! The game will end in Plebiscite Square, and there will also be a small aperitif with local products.

Tours from different perspectives

Why not admire Naples from a special and unprecedented angle? To do so, simply book this scenic Vespa tour. Participants will be able to whiz through the most beautiful alleys and streets riding the classic Vespa, and with the multilingual audio guide you will have all the information about the places where you stop. The route winds between the city center and the Posillipo hill to enjoy fantastic views.

To appreciate the beauty of the Neapolitan city, it is possible to do so from the comfort of a minibus tour of Naples in the historic center. There will be a transfer from the hotel, and over the course of a couple of hours you will get to know several fascinating monuments and sites such as the Cathedral of Naples with the Chapel of the Treasure of San Gennaro, the Basilica of Santa Restituta, the Maschio Angioino, the Umberto I Gallery, and Piazza del Plebiscito.

Classic hikes for the out-of-town excursion

But how to spend Easter Monday in Naples? For the traditional outing on Easter Monday, many people decide to make a nice excursion to the Royal Palace of Caserta, one of Campania's main tourist attractions. With its immense garden full of statues and fountains, it is the ideal location to enjoy the first warmth of spring in a magical and timeless place.

Alternatively, one can turn to a guided tour of the Capodimonte Museum. Spread over three floors, the museum center houses priceless collections of modern and contemporary art ranging from Caravaggio to Andy Warhol.

Also not to be missed on Easter Monday is the field trip to the Archaeological Excavations of Herculaneum. The complex was discovered in the 18th century and has since attracted thousands of tourists from all over the world who flock to visit the Forum Baths, the Villa of the Papyri, the Samnite House, and more.

To top it off, Movery proposes. a visit to the Archaeological Excavations of Pompeii. Here you will be fortunate to see artifacts that survived the eruption of 79 A.D., including the Amphitheater of Pompeii, the Great Theater, the Forum, the Stabian Baths, the House of Menander, and the Villa of the Mysteries.

Neapolitan Easter between rituals and traditions

In Naples, Holy Week is one of the most anticipated times of the year as it brings with it a long series of customs and traditions of very ancient origin. The celebrations begin on Maundy Thursday, when religious celebrations include the rite of the Sepulchres, which in Naples is combined with the so-called Tour of the Seven Churches, which involves visiting some of the city's best-known basilicas to recite the Hail Mary, Our Father and Gloria. Also unmissable is mussel soup, a typical dish that was originally prepared only by the inhabitants of Borgo S. Lucia.

Holy Saturday, on the other hand, is the time dedicated to the "crawl" which in ancient times represented the walk along the main streets to show off the new dress. On this day, therefore, one can walk through stores and perhaps taste sfogliatelle and pastiere in the most renowned Neapolitan pastry shops.

Easter Sunday cannot miss the classic mass, after which families gather at the table for the Easter meal made up of many sweet and savory delicacies. Holy Week concludes with Easter Monday, viz. Easter, when Neapolitans relax with the usual out-of-town trips to the Capodimonte Museum, the Pompeii excavations, the Reggia di Caserta