See Naples and then eat

In Naples, art is not just observed: it is experienced, breathed in and savoured.
It is from this vision that “See Naples and then eat” was born—a programme promoted by the Municipality of Naples that weaves together cultural heritage and gastronomic experience into a single urban narrative.

A project that invites you to discover the city through its iconic places and, at the same time, through its most authentic flavours.
Because in Naples, culture is also conviviality, street life and shared tradition.

The programme unfolds as a city-wide calendar of events, spanning different neighbourhoods and creating a dialogue between art, history, landscape and gastronomy.

Each experience is designed as a journey:
it begins in a place—a square, a museum, a district—and leads to a flavour, a tradition, a daily gesture that tells the story of Naples just as much as its monuments.

These are not simple tastings, but narrative experiences, where food becomes a key to understanding the territory.

“See Naples and then eat” offers a complete vision of the city, where:

• pizza is not just a dish, but a cultural heritage
• coffee is a social ritual
• street food tells the story of everyday life in the alleys
• traditional desserts preserve memory and seasonality

Alongside these elements, the programme also highlights:

• historic markets
• artisan food workshops
• local productions
• new expressions of contemporary cuisine

A balance between tradition and innovation that reflects the very soul of Naples.

One of the most distinctive aspects of the programme is its widespread urban dimension.
Events are not concentrated in a single location, but unfold across:

• the historic centre
• the waterfront
• local neighbourhoods
• lesser-known areas rich in identity

In this way, visitors are invited to explore a polycentric city, made up of many different Napless—each with its own story and flavours.

The programme engages with the present, offering:

• cultural events
• entertainment moments
• participatory experiences

Alongside its more traditional dimension, a contemporary and dynamic Naples emerges—capable of expressing itself through new languages while maintaining a strong connection to its roots.

“See Naples and then eat” is not just a programme of events, but an invitation to experience the city in a different way.

To slow down, to observe, to be guided by details:
a scent drifting from a workshop, a square coming to life, a dish that tells a story.

• All events are free of charge
• Entry to concerts is free, subject to availability
• Booking is required to attend the events. Book now