Gennaro's Authentic Neapolitan Pizza Experience in Naples - 372143855150bbdc5e2932a184be9157
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Gennaro's Authentic Neapolitan Pizza Experience

  • 3 hours
  • Food Tours
  • Naples
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Experience hosted by Gennaro

  • Private Tour
  • Carbon Neutral

Welcome to the heart of Naples, the pizza capital of the world! I'm Gennaro, a passionate and certified Neapolitan pizza chef, eager to share the genuine secrets of crafting the perfect Margherita and traditional Neapolitan pizza with you. Let’s embark on this flavorful journey together!

Destination
Naples, Italy
Category
Food Tours
Duration
3 hours
Transport mode
Car
Available languages
English, Italiano, Русский
Included
  • Private guide
  • Meals
  • Driver
  • Pick-up Included

7 reasons to book this tour

  • Visit the oven where the 1st pizza was baked
  • Buy together the ingredients
  • We go to my house and cook together
  • Learn the authentic way to prepare
  • cook pizza in oven
  • Eat your own pizza
  • have you heard about "Fried Pizza"?

What you can expect

Gennaro's Authentic Neapolitan Pizza Experience in Naples - 372143855150bbdc5e2932a184be9157

Join me, Gennaro, for an authentic, fun-filled adventure into the world of Neapolitan pizza, right here in Naples!

Our day starts with a heartfelt greeting over a traditional Neapolitan espresso, setting the tone for our culinary exploration. I'll then take you on a short stroll to a historic spot near my home, the very birthplace of Neapolitan pizza.

The adventure continues as we visit a local market to hand-select the freshest tomatoes and mozzarella – key ingredients for our pizza. Once we've got everything, we'll head to my kitchen to begin our pizza crafting.

I'll guide you through each step, from choosing the right ingredients to kneading the dough, sharing family secrets and techniques that have been passed down through generations. You'll get hands-on experience in the art of pizza making, ensuring you learn the true essence of a Neapolitan pizza.

After about three hours of laughter, learning, and practical fun, we'll sit down to enjoy the pizzas we've created, a rewarding feast for our efforts.

To celebrate your journey into pizza making, I'll present you with a personalized diploma, certifying your new skills. And for the full experience, you'll be donning a traditional Neapolitan pizza chef's uniform – making you feel like a true pizzaiolo!

Come and be part of this unique, memorable, and delicious experience, where you'll not only learn to make authentic Neapolitan pizza but also take home memories that will last a lifetime. See you soon in Naples!

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with Gennaro .

  1. Meeting point

    You will be picked up anywhere in Naples. Your local host will contact you regarding the exact pickup point.

  2. Itinerary

    This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

  3. Meet at your hotel

    Will come to pick you up at your hotel with my car
  4. Check-out the oven where 1st pizza was baked

    Before starting the preparation wil go to explore a beautiful area in Napoli where the1st pizza was baked! Also historical area!
  5. Go to local market to buy our ingredients

    We walk into a local market to buy tomatoes, mozzarella, Basil, etc...
  6. Go to my house and start preparing

    Will provide you a "pizza maker uniform" so you will be officially ready to learn the secrets for the Neapolitan pizza!
  7. Original recipe

    We will start from scratch to learn the professional way how to make Neapolitan pizza! The dough, tomatoes, correct leavening etc.
  8. Baking our pizza in an original wood oven

    Will bake the pizza in my wood oven! Perfect timing and cooking secrets will not be disclosed
  9. Eating our pizza together

    Now time to eat our pizza together with a glass of wine! You will deserve it after all this job!
  10. Final surprise

    You might think is over!?! There is an other pizza i will share with you! Do you want to discover come join my tour!
  11. Make it yours

    Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

    Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

    Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

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I can personalize this tour for you

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  • Tell me your preferences and wishes so I can customize the tour for you
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Flexible cancellation policy

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    Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

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Reviews from guests

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Marina🇦🇺 Australia
1 July 2025
We had a wonderful time as a family learning how to make authentic Neapolitan pizzas with Gennaro. He took us to his friend Vincenzo’s Pizza Bar, who has been making pizza since in the womb!! We learnt how to make the dough from scratch, including how to activate the yeast and mix and knead the dough perfectly. We then learnt how to prepare the ingredients with vital tips we never knew. We had lots of fun learning how to push the dough into shape - it’s such an art, and we can’t wait to do it at home. Afterwards we pulled the uncooked pizzas onto the paddle and watched them go into the 450 degrees C oven, and then sat down to enjoy them afterwards - with a Peroni beer of course! They were absolutely delicious!! Thank you to Gennaro for such a fun afternoon - we laughed so much, and our pizza making session was the perfect break from touring all day. We also did another 2 yours with Gennaro in Naples (City Tour and 10 tastings of Naples) and we can’t recommend him enough. He’s kind, funny, generous, knowledgeable and incredibly passionate about the city of Naples. Gennaro also asked us to contact him at any time with questions we may have. Definitely a highlight of our trip to ItalyBest Pizza Making Experience!
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Mano🇺🇸 United States
11 June 2025
Our pizza-making experience with Gennaro was unforgettable. The tour began with a deep dive into Napoli’s rich history and culture—Gennaro’s pride and passion brought the city to life through stories and local insights you'd never find in a guidebook. After enjoying delicious fried pizza and a cold Peroni, we headed to a family-run pizzeria where we learned to knead dough like true Neapolitans. Guided by the owner, we crafted both margherita and marinara pizzas, which turned out to be some of the best we’ve ever tasted. Gennaro’s warmth, knowledge, and enthusiasm made the experience truly special. We couldn’t recommend this tour more—it’s a perfect way to connect with the heart of Napoli!Pizza, Passion & Peroni in Napoli!
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Julianne Newmark🇫🇮 Finland
3 June 2025
We had a group of eight of us on our historical walking tour and pizza-making class with Gennaro. I can't express how incredible our experience was! In all, we spent four hours with Gennaro, first with a walking tour of the Old Town, where we learned about the millenia of history that make Naples what it is today. We had two kids in our group, ages 10 and 12, and Gennaro did an exceptional job of making sure they followed everything and were involved in every detail (like when we went into a special shop that makes very unique Neapolitan nativities out of cork) and had all their questions answered. We learned about the historical gates of the city and went to the old fish and food market street. It seemed like everywhere we went, everyone knew Gennaro! He was kind, fun, and took every details into consideration and control, which was great in a city as busy and sometimes overwhelming as Naples! There are so many words that I can use to describe how amazing the pizza-making class was at Gennaro's apartment, but here are just a few: delicious, special, memorable, fun. I would take that class again! We all learned so much and enjoyed every moment of it. In all, I can't recommend Gennaro highly enough. Your group will enjoy your time with him! And we thank Gennaro for helping us with details that made our day in Naples even easier, such as helping to manage our luggage storage and transport. I give this tour a score of 100%!Unforgettable, delicious, amazing!
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Martha
22 May 2025
First of all, Gennaro is the experience! He has a charismatic and playful personality which lended well to being our pizza teacher. We started in the market and he talked through this history of the tomatoes and produce we were seeing and the history of Naples. He is a true local and knows the best places to eat and shop. This experience exceeded our expectations and will be a memory we will take with us our entires lives. It was hands on and we were not only connecting with Gennaro, but also Vincenzo the pizza master in a real Pizzeria Napoletana making true World Unesco grade Pizza Napoletana. We left inspired and also learned a bit along the way. Of course the pizza was 10/10, but the experience far excessed that. Thank you, Gennaro! I hope you can share your passion and gift with as many people as possible. Highly recommend to all! “Pizza outside of Napoli is simply foccacia” was the quote of the day. Will be booking another experience with Gennaro, when we return to Italy. Top experience in Italy
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Antony
9 May 2025
We were in the Naples region for a few days and discovered Gennaro through Viator and a YouTube video and we instantly knew we had to book one of his experiences. We chose his pizza class after a friend of ours took his amazing food tour two weeks earlier. Just like she told us, Gennaro went above and beyond. He’s not just a guide — he’s a storyteller, a chef, and a true ambassador of Naples. He made us feel completely welcome, especially taking great care of my friend who has a knee injury. Before the pizza-making, he guided us through a local market where we tasted street food, learned about traditional ingredients, and soaked in the energy of everyday Neapolitan life. Then came the hands-on part: kneading dough, learning real techniques, and baking in the oven. By the end, we weren’t just eating pizza — we were part of Gennaro’s Naples. Just like so many other people have said in their glowing reviews — now we totally get it! Everything was perfect: warm, delicious, and made with heart. If you’re visiting Naples, Capri, or the Amalfi Coast — in short, if you’re in “Gennaro’s region” — don’t miss the chance to book one of his unforgettable experiences. We’ll never forget it. Thank you, Gennaro! Gennaro’s World!Where Food Meets Knowledge
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scorej
17 March 2025
We booked Gennaro for a pizza experience. Gennaro met us at the train station and gave us a full Napoli experience. He shared his love and passion for food and his city and he showed us around the entire city. Then we each got to make a pizza. Such a fabulous afternoon in Napoli. All the food was delicious! Highly recommend Gennaro! Full Napoli Experience with Pizza class.
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Team
26 February 2025
We had a lovely experience with Gennaro and his ohana ! He took us around Napoli showing us some beautiful areas we would have missed had we not been with him. The pizza making (and eating) was not only educational , but so fun! We felt like we were at a friends house ! We laughed and cooked and ate the best pizza I’ve ever had :) I highly recommend this and any other tour Generra offers. Mahalo Gennaro!!!Amazing experience!
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Megan🇺🇸 United States
28 November 2024
What makes pizza different in the place where it was born? Find out in just a few hours by letting Gennaro walk you through each step, including visiting the outdoor market for some ingredients (and recommendations for where to eat later in your trip). Due to some technical difficulties, we did our pizza making in an actual pizzeria kitchen in their off hours. In a way, it was a bonus, because we had both Gennaro and Vicenzo, a pizza master making pizzas in his family's restaurant. It was wonderfully fun, and the Pizza we made was delicious! We learned the extra details of how to properly knead the dough, how to properly measure out ingredients for the correct ratio, and the secret to making the sauce just right. Afterward, Gennaro sent photos and video he took, as well as the instructions so we can do our best to replicate it at home, at least as well as our paltry home oven can handle. An experience we'd highly recommend for anyone who lives to cook, loves to eat, and enjoys meeting new people along the way!Iconic Napoli Experience!
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Ashlynn🇺🇸 United States
24 November 2024
ChatGPT 4o Share You said: I am writting a review for a Pizza Making Tour I took with my family in Naples. The host was Gennaro I want to say things like this. Gennaro is the perfect host, tour guide, friend and everythign else in the middle. I thought I was signing up for a pizza making class, and althought the pizza we made was phonminal, the tour was so much more than that. The passion that Gennaro deliveres about Naples is asthenic and contegious. He took us places and treated us to "Napoleon" treats that I woudl have other wise walked right past. I have travel the world, may times over. Visited over 60 country, and in all my travles we meet locals, enthroustic locals, locals that become friends. I knew fromt he moment that we met Gennaro, he would become a story for my family to talk about for a very long time. ChatGPT said: When I signed up for a pizza-making class in Naples, I thought I was getting a culinary lesson. While the pizza we crafted was absolutely phenomenal, what Gennaro delivered was so much more than a cooking class—it was a masterclass in passion, culture, and the essence of Naples itself. Gennaro is the perfect host, tour guide, friend, and everything in between. From the moment we met him, it was clear this wasn’t just another activity; this was going to be an experience. His passion for his city is both authentic and contagious. He doesn’t just share Naples with you; he immerses you in it. He led us through streets I might have otherwise passed by, introducing us to hidden gems, local delights, and unforgettable "Neapolitan" treats that brought the city to life. Every stop, every detail, was infused with Gennaro’s boundless enthusiasm and love for his hometown. I’ve traveled extensively—over 60 countries and countless adventures—and I’ve met many locals who left lasting impressions. But Gennaro stands apart. From the moment we met, I knew he wouldn’t just be part of this trip but a story my family would cherish and retell for years to come. If you’re looking for more than just a pizza-making class, if you want an unforgettable journey into the heart and soul of Naples, then Gennaro is your man. This experience is one of the highlights of all my travels, and I cannot recommend it enough.Pizza Making That Transcends Expectations
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Stephen🇳🇿 New Zealand
19 November 2024
We had a great afternoon with Gennaro. He is very friendly, enthusiastic about Naples and it's pizza and very helpful, picking us up and returning us to the railway station. An equipment malfunction meant a change in the program but gave us the opportunity for a tour of Naples by car, fried pizza at Sorbrillos and being taught by a piazzaiolo with 34 years experience. Highly recommended. Great experience
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Rudelle🇺🇸 United States
4 November 2024
Gennaro was very personable and was very proud of his city. He went the extra mile to ensure we had a pleasurable experience. The tour itself was very nice, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. He even took pictures of us and sent them to us after we got home! I would recommend it to anyone.Rjfran
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Ashley🇫🇷 France
3 November 2024
My family had the best time with Gennaro and Monica! My husband loves making pizza and this experience taught him so many tips and tricks he was able to take home with him. Gennaro is so personable and made us all feel at ease as we strolled through the markets in Naples and got to taste many local delights ! Making pizza in Monica’s kitchen was unreal - both she and Gennaro were hands on, enthusiastic and engaging (let’s not forget patient!) with our two kids. We just had the best time! And I can’t recommend this special experience enough. Don’t hesitate - book this experience if you love making pizza or just love pizza in general! Thank you Gennaro for such a memorable night! Best pizza making experience!
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Rita
20 October 2024
We had a wonderful adventure with Gennaro. He is so passionate about food and Naples - we learned so much - not just pizza making techniques but about the history of food and the current culture of life in Naples. He spent time learning about how we cook and what our issues were - dough not rising and dough too tough. We went to the market and picked out tomatoes, had the best espresso ever, then made pizza step by step with lots of expert guidance. His English is excellent. Gennaro is smart, entertaining and truly immerses you in the pizza experience! Pizza making class with Gennaro
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Eric🇸🇬 Singapore
5 October 2024
We came in with expectations, but Gennaro completely blew them out of the water. You can genuinely feel how much he loves his city, and he’s eager to share the best of it with everyone. Our afternoon with Gennaro and Monica was hands down the highlight of our time in Naples. Even though our 22-month-old daughter decided to channel her inner whirlwind, Gennaro made sure we still had a relaxed, enjoyable experience (no small feat!). Absolutely recommend!An authentic Neapoletan experience
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Marco🇳🇱 Netherlands
16 August 2024
Samen met mijn vrouw hebben wij een workshop pizza gevolgd bij Genarro. Door omstandigheden moest de workshop wat aangepast worden maar dit heeft Genarro perfect opgelost. Ik had al redelijk wat kennis van pizza maar door deze workshop heb ik mijn vaardigheden en kennis kunnen uitbreiden door te werken met Napolitaanse pizzabakkers, echt een geweldige ervaring. Genarro heeft veel passie voor eten en voor Napels, we hadden mooie gesprekken en mijn vrouw en ik hebben een fantastische dag gehad. Bedankt!Pizza
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Craig🇺🇸 United States
24 July 2024
Was looking for an authentic tour while visiting Napoli with my three kids and found it with Gennaro. We thought it was just going to be about making pizza but it was so much more. We got a history lesson, tasted some local treats, delicious wine and espresso and made the best pizza we've ever had! A memory we will never forget, thank you Gennaro!!Excellent experience with Gennaro!
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Zoe🇦🇺 Australia
21 July 2024
Gennaro's pizza-making experience in Naples isn't just a lesson in dough and toppings; it's a crash course in Neapolitan culture and culinary tradition. If you find yourself craving more than just a slice of history, roll up your sleeves and join Gennaro for an unforgettable journey into the heart and soul of pizza and Napoli. We had spent 4 days in Naples before doing our pizza experience and although we had walked the streets and seen the sights, we regret not doing our pizza experience earlier in our trip. Gennaro's love of Naples is infectious. Naples isn't just a place you come to see, it is a place you need to be able to feel. Gennaro is absolutely the key to experiencing Napoli as it should be done. As we took a stroll through the streets of Naples Gennaro was kind enough to customize the experience for us so we could get an insight into some local gems around the area. We learnt the proper way to create Neapolitan pizza and hope to replicate it upon our return to Australia for years to come. We were kindly invited into the kitchen of a local pizzeria where their pizzaiolo and family welcomed us with open arms and with Gennaro they guided us to make our very own pizzas. We were able to have a proper hands on experience by making pizza from scratch with our own dough and our own ingredients. As we devoured our handcrafted creations (which were delicious), we realized that Naples isn't just a city; it's a gastronomic love affair. Each bite was a tribute to centuries of tradition & passion which Gennaro helped us to properly appreciate. If you're in Naples, why just eat pizza when you can make it with Gennaro as your guide! Everything you read about Gennaro is accurate. He is just such a wonderful knowledgeable human. We cannot recommend this experience enough. It is an experience that's not just delicious but a slice of Neapolitan history you won't soon forget. Buon appetito!Beyond Pizza: Guide to Napoli's Soul
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Kent🇺🇸 United States
13 June 2024
Wow! What an amazing time we had with Gennaro exploring and tasting our way through Napoli! We sampled pastries and fried spaghetti and fresh fish from the market and our very own homemade pizza! Gennaro was funny and kind and so knowledgeable about the food and the history of Napoli. Through our experience we truly got to taste and see the heart of the culture of this city. And it was so beautiful! The highlight for us was when we were welcomed into the home of Monica, Gennaro’s friend, to make homemade pizza. We started by having a delicious espresso and lovely conversation. We did not speak the same language as Monica but it really didn’t matter as laughter and fun are universally understood. She taught us how to make the pizza crust and we got to work our own dough and actually prepare and cook our own pizza! It was the most delicious pizza! We are grateful to Monica for opening her home to us and helping us to experience something we have never had the chance to do before. After pizza, Gennaro took us for a limoncello and then a quick stop at the fish market. We chose our fish and they fried it right there and we ate it on the street. So much fun! We are blessed to have met Gennaro and to have had him show us his beautiful city and we can’t wait to return to explore some more. Thank you Gennaro!! You’re the best!Amazing experience in Napoli
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Lee Ann🇺🇸 United States
24 April 2024
Embarking on the pizza making class of Gennaro was nothing short of a culinary adventure. From the moment we met Gennaro, we knew it was a real treat. Under the guidance of Gennaro and our skilled chef, we dove into the art of crafting the perfect pizza from scratch. From kneading the dough to selecting the freshest ingredients, every step was a hands-on experience that brought us closer to the heart of Italian cuisine in the heart of pizza – Napoli ! What truly set this experience apart was the passion and expertise of Gennaro. Their knowledge of traditional techniques and modern twists on classic recipes added depth to the class, making it both educational and incredibly enjoyable. As the aroma of our pizzas filled the air, we gathered around the wood-fired oven, eagerly anticipating the moment of truth. When the first slice was finally served, it was nothing short of perfection - a crispy yet tender crust topped with vibrant, flavorful ingredients. In the end, not only did we leave with a newfound appreciation for the art of pizza making, but also with the skills and confidence to recreate these delicious creations at home. I would highly recommend this class to anyone looking to elevate their pizza game and have a truly memorable culinary experience with Gennaro ! His involvement makes the signature !Remarkable Culinary Journey with Gennaro
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Erin🇨🇦 Canada
13 April 2024
We did this with two familes: four kids and four adults. We all had a BLAST. Fully recommend, such fun for all ages (we were 8 - 48) and we loved every second. Don't hesitate. Monica is a wonder with the pizza oven and Gennaro was the perfect host. He made Naples come alive for us. 100% recommend. Such fun
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cdahan55🇬🇧 United Kingdom
30 March 2024
As soon as we met Gennaro we felt completely at home in Napoli. His enthusiasm and zest for life was infectious. We learnt about the delicious local produce and then had an unforgettable pizza making class with him and the wonderful Monica which just felt like making pizza with family. We didn’t want to say goodbye at the end of the evening. We will definitely be seeing him again! Thank you Gennaro Phenomenal Experience
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Kre🇺🇸 United States
1 July 2025
My wife and I came to Napoli for the first time and Gennaro treated us to a lovely experience. I found Gennaro on with locals and he was highly reviewed. He is very knowledgeable and was very helpful to planning our vacation. We met up for a mixed food and city discovery tour with Gennaro. He took us both by foot and in vehicle to see some of the most amazing sites. He took us down some paths less traveled, some incredible scenic views, and through the hustle bustle must see areas of Napoli. The multiple food stops along the way really was some incredible delicacies of sweet savory and of course, fried. After eating the multigenerational real deal Neapolitan pizza, I don’t think I can ever have pizza anywhere else again. Book with Gennaro and you’ll have a wonderful experience seeing the best that Naples has to offer. Genaro was always available for contact for our additional needs both in Naples and Capri. My wife and I will treasure our time spent in Italy thanks to our new friend Gennaro. See the real Napoli with Gennaro!
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Marina🇦🇺 Australia
1 July 2025
It’s very difficult to put into words our tour with Gennaro, as I was quite moved by the end of it. Gennaro highlighted the complexities of this incredible city as he guided us around. He sees the city from the eyes of a local, but also from the eyes of an outsider, thanks to time he also spends away from Naples. He explained Naples’ history, how it developed, and how it works today. We walked the main streets, wandered the Spanish Quarter and also took the Funicular to see a truly amazing view of sprawling Naples. We learnt about the light and shade of the city, cultural elements, superstition, religion, food, music, tourism and education. Gennaro is so passionate about Naples and we were incredibly grateful for the time we spent with him (we also did a pizza making class and food tour with Gennaro - all incredible). I would highly recommend this to anyone!Incredible and Unforgettable Tour
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Venla
30 June 2025
Gennaro took us on a great 3h walking tour, during which we learned a lot aboug Naples. Both past and present, culture, city structure and food were well covered. Excellent way to get started in Naples, highly recommended.Excellent introduction to Naples!
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Marina🇦🇺 Australia
29 June 2025
Would love to have more tours with Gennaro around NaplesNaples is real
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Deena🇺🇸 United States
26 June 2025
We had a great experience on the 10 Tastings of Napoli tour with Gennaro! He was a gracious and enthusiastic host, truly passionate about his hometown and excited to share it with our family. Gennaro was patient, kind, and had a great sense of humor, which made the tour both fun and engaging-especially in the heat with a 14yr old boy!! There is a lot of delicious food. Each stop offered a unique taste of Naples, and Gennaro added rich stories and context that made everything even more enjoyable. We walked away with full stomachs and a deeper appreciation for the culture and cuisine of Naples. Highly recommend this tour—and especially Gennaro!Perfect way to explore Napoli!
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Gerald🇩🇪 Germany
21 June 2025
Thank you again for that wonderful afternoon in Napoli, Gennaro! We were first timers to Naples and had only a short stay of two days. After our tour with Gennaro we had a much deeper insight insight in this lively city, packed with 2500 years of history. He really loves his home town and showed us around as welcome guests. There were many highlights in the tour like watching the pizza maker and having the same pizza minutes after that in perfect style. Gennaro is very knowledgeable in history and food and all you need to know about Naples. We couldn’t think about a better guide for this place!Wonderful stroll through Naples
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Kristi🇺🇸 United States
21 June 2025
If you’re visiting Naples and want to experience the heart and soul of the city, look no further than Gennaro. From the moment we met him, his passion for his city and his country was infectious. He wasn’t just a tour guide—he quickly became a part of our journey, and by the end, a forever friend. Gennaro curated a perfect blend of delicious local food and rich historical insight. Every stop on our food tour introduced us to the best flavors Naples has to offer, and every landmark came alive with the stories he shared. His deep knowledge, warm personality, and genuine care made each moment meaningful. We always felt welcomed, safe, and truly seen—not just as tourists, but as guests in his beloved city. Our memories of Naples are now filled with laughter, connection, and flavors we’ll never forget. We can’t wait to return—and when we do, we know exactly who we’ll be calling. Grazie mille, Gennaro!An Unforgettable Experience with Gennaro
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Anya🇨🇦 Canada
12 June 2025
Gennaro led our food tour with such passion, charisma, and heart—it truly elevated our Naples experience. Without him, we would’ve been lost in the chaos, missing out on the city’s best-kept culinary secrets. From the creamiest buffalo mozzarella to the perfect Neapolitan pizza (a true cherry on top), every bite was unforgettable. And the meloncello? A taste I’ll be writing home about for years! Gennaro’s warmth and multilingual charm made everyone feel included—especially our older companion, who was thrilled to converse in her native language. This wasn't just a tour; it felt like exploring Naples with an old friend. Grazie mille, Gennaro—you turned our trip into something truly magical! Naples tour made unforgettable!
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Whitney🇮🇹 Italy
10 June 2025
Gennaro is one of the best tour guides I've ever had. He is passionate, friendly, kind, entertaining and knowledgeable. We ended our tour with Gennaro with full bellies and even fuller hearts for our appreciation for our time with him getting to know Naples from a local's perspective. We were a group of 5 people - ages ranging from 7 to 74 and Gennaro managed to accommodate and please us all. This is a no brainer - book any tour with Gennaro, and it will be money well spent. Exploring Naples with Gennaro is a must!
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Polly🇬🇧 United Kingdom
4 June 2025
An incredibly fun and fascinating morning spent with Gennaro. He thoughtfully rang me in London a couple of days before to sound out what we wanted to get from the tour, so by the time we met on Saturday morning I felt we were already friends! We learned so much about the city, and of course the food stops were exemplary. Would love to do it all over again next weekend!THE best introduction to Napoli
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Gail
31 May 2025
My daughters and I had a great time with Gennaro on our food tour i Naples. He is very knowledgeable about the city and shared many interesting facts. We toured on a Sunday evening when some of the usual food stops were closed but he warned us in advance and was able to provide alternative experiences.NaplesFood Tour
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wzg6xyk25q🇮🇹 Italy
28 May 2025
We are history enthusiasts that were keen to have a more detailed tour of Naples & its founding origins. For this reason we sort out a guide that had an in-depth knowledge of Naples history and not the basic history. Gennaro was charming, relaxed and comprehensive with our tour, accommodating my wife’s inability to walk long distances ( with frequent breaks at cafes.) Gennaro covered not just the written history but frequent anecdotes about historical figures and their influence in the city’s formation. Gennaro is an entertaining conversationalist. Well worth the time & very reasonable tour price. Highly recommended.Magnificent Gennaro
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Heidi🇨🇦 Canada
23 May 2025
We had a great time with Gennaro. He is very knowledgeable about the region, and made recommendations that resulted in a perfect day. Gennaro is proud and passionate of his city Naples and the Amalfi region. I would highly recommend him as your personal guide if he is available for your visit, particularly if you live Italian food. Great day in Amalfi and Pompeii
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Unknown
23 May 2025
The tour itself was fantastic and informative, but by far the best part was Gennaro, himself. He was super accommodating, picking up at the end of our other tour. He is a funny guy and very friendly. We were 100% comfortable with him instantly. I highly recommend this tour.Gennaro is a fantastic
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Noella🇨🇦 Canada
19 May 2025
Gennaro was so very accommodating to our group of senior ladies. He adapted the food tour to our needs and provided a wonderful experience for all of us. He is very knowledgable about Naples, and the local area and foods. We absolutely enjoyed our tour with Him.The Best!
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Unknown
18 May 2025
What a fantastic tour. Gennaro is warm, genuine, knowledgeable, funny and engaging. He loves sharing his hometown of Napoli, not as a tour, but rather an experience. I felt like walking through a new town with a dear friend, whom we knew only for a few hours. The 3-hour tour flew by as we sampled some of Napoli’s famous foods… mozzarella, cuoppo, taralli, pasta, sfogliatelle, limoncello, espresso and, of course, pizza. Tge food on its own was spectacular, but Gennaro made this a truly special experience. One I will remember for and Cheri’s for the rest of my life. Thank you Gennaro. I hope our paths will cross again someday!Gennaro is #1!
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Jerry🇺🇸 United States
14 May 2025
Gennaro (Jerry) took us on our tour of the Amalfi coast. The little nooks he took us too for our eyes to behold was breathtaking. We thought the island of Santorini in Greece was simply mind boggling until we saw the places Jerry took us along the Amalfi coast. Breathtaking and I’ll leave it at that!!! Breathtaking
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Gay🇬🇧 United Kingdom
14 May 2025
Good communication with Gennaro who offered to take us from our hotel in Pompeii to Ravello. A good organiser and we did all we wanted without stress. We had coffee in a cafe near a car park in Positano and walked around without too many steps involved! He found a great restaurant by the sea in Amalfi and dropped us off, right by it. A good, safe driver, fun to be with and we enjoyed his company. He managed to find olive oil for me to taste & buy and on a photo stop, we experienced an engagement! A great day. A Fun & Informative Drive
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Leah
9 May 2025
We wanted to do a private food tour in Naples and after reading reviews online we went with Gennaro for the 10 Tastings and we were not disappointed! He is knowledgeable with the history of Naples and its authentic foods. He is very patient and very considerate to one of our friends was having some knee issues. The food was excellent and we were quite satisfied at the end. We got to watch them make our pizza, it was sooo good!!! not to be missed. Thank you Gennaro for a great experience!!Gennaro for Food Tour in Naples!!
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Ruth🇬🇧 United Kingdom
9 May 2025
Gennaro arranged for Manuela to be our guide as he was unwell. Our tour was fantastic with lots of opportunities to taste delicious local specialties. Manuela was lovely and gave us lots of interesting historical information as well as taking us into a couple of beautiful churches along the way. Make sure you are hungry before the tour. You need a lots of space to sample everything. Greay tour with lots of tastings and info
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Tuba🇹🇷 Turkey
3 May 2025
If you're heading to Napoli and looking for an unforgettable food experience, stop scrolling and book a class with Gennaro right now! I had the absolute pleasure of spending a few hours with him in what turned out to be the highlight of my entire trip to Italy. Gennaro is a passionate storyteller, a true local, and someone who genuinely loves sharing the soul of his city. This wasn't just a pizza class – it was a deep dive into Neapolitan culture, history, and, of course, incredible food. All in all, the pizza class was the perfect mix of learning and laughter — super informative and tons of fun! We started with a walk through a local market, where Gennaro pointed out his favorite ingredients and shared stories about Naples' food traditions. Then we moved to his kitchen space, where we learned how to make real Neapolitan pizza from scratch – dough, sauce, the perfect stretch, cooking, everything! But the best part? Sitting down at a big table, like part of his family, and enjoying our creations alongside some amazing local wine! Gennaro made sure we tasted things I would never have discovered on my own. I left full, happy, and already dreaming of coming back. This isn’t just a food experience, it’s your chance to meet Gennaro, the heart and soul of Neapolitan hospitality. If you have even few hours in Napoli, look for him!!! Thank you, Gennaro – I’ll be back, and I’m bringing friends!True taste of Napoli more than Pizza Class
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sj4dbsf8d8
29 April 2025
We loved our time with Gennaro - he is such a warm person with a huge amount of knowledge of not only food in Naples but also its history and culture. We had our 9 year old son on the tour and Gennaro kept him completely engaged (which is a hard thing to do), without ever talking down to him. The food was great and portions were so generous that we couldn’t eat for the rest of the day. We would highly recommend Gennaro’s tours to others. One of our favourite days in Italy
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Corrina🇬🇧 United Kingdom
21 April 2025
Great local insights, history, food and sightseeing tips! It was perfectly paced and Gennaro was a very friendly and knowledgable guide. We learned so much about the city in a relatively short space of time. His tour got our holiday off to a perfect start and we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to others. Thanks Gennaro : ) The perfect introduction to Naples
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Rachel🇨🇭 Switzerland
17 April 2025
Gennaro is passionate about Napoli, incredibly knowledgeable about food and the history of the City. He was a pleasure to spend time with and talk to.Knowledge personal guide
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Christine 🇺🇸 United States
16 April 2025
Gennaro was very knowledgeable and interesting. In our short time together we had a wonderful introduction to the city of Napoli. Unfortunately, I accidentally booked the tour twice. I was told to let With Locals know but I have not been able to figure out how to communicate this to them. With Locals should make it easier to reach out to them for help. Wonderful Preview to Beautiful Napoli
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Shelley🇺🇸 United States
12 April 2025
What a fabulous tour! Our group rated it as the highlight tour of our trip! Gennaro was great in sharing all his knowledge and showing us great spots to see. It was lovely spending time in Ravello but the best was of course goi g to Mario’s lemon orchard and having a fabulous lunch surrounded by lemons! Mario and his wife provided a super delicious meal and it was a treat to have his wine and of course his limoncello. Generous drove us gently up and down the mountain! Highly recommend!Superb experience!
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adammurray500
5 April 2025
Where to start? I don’t think our words can do Gennaro the justice he deserves. So rather than write a review, we’re writing a thank you to the best tour guide we’ve ever experienced!!! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for an unforgettable experience in Naples. As visitors from Canada, we couldn’t have imagined a warmer welcome or a more passionate guide. Your love for this city shone through in every story you shared, every hidden gem you revealed, and every slice of incredible pizza you led us to. You didn’t just show us the sights — you gave us a true connection to Naples, its soul, and its people. We’ll carry those memories (and flavours!) with us always. We feel so lucky to have had you as our guide. Grazie mille, truly and we really hope our paths cross again. Your new friends Adam and Gretchen Forever Grateful — A Canadian Thank You
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Lisa
31 March 2025
Gennaro is a very kind and patient tour guide. I am somewhat of a slow walker and he was patient the entire tour. Thank you. Gennaro is a wealth of area knowledge and my husband and I learned so much from him. He showed us so many hidden gems and is a great driver to boot. Lunch was seaside with a wonderful view. It was one of our favorite meals we had in Naples. I wish we had more time in Naples to spend more touring hours with Gennaro. Until we meet again! Ciao Ciao Gennaro! Thank you. Wonderful tour with Gennaro!
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susan🇺🇸 United States
30 March 2025
gennaro's passion for Napoli stands out. and his passion becomes infectious as he shows you around the area and specifically the food market. the food was wonderful and learning the history about the local markets and some history of Napoli was super interesting. the local foods and where they come from was fascinating and amazing, plus tasty.passionate, delightful guide

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