Raw, electric, unforgettable—the birthplace of pizza and the soul of southern Italy.
Your on-the-ground insiders. The ones who know the enduring favourites, the quiet corners and what’s worth your time.
Salerno, Naples +1
Ciao! I’m Alessia, and I’m basically your personal compass for the heart of Italy! Consider me your human GPS, but with much better taste in pizza! I graduated in Oriental Languages in Naples and I'm currently working on my Master’s in Planning and Managemnt of Tourism Systems—which is a fancy way of saying that planning perfect trips is my obsession. I’m fluent in English and Korean, and after surviving nearly a year living in the organized chaos of Seoul, I’ve developed a natural knack for logistics. I’m a local from Agropoli, just 10 minutes away from the breathtaking Greek temples of Paestum. Think of it as the 'Secret VIP Entrance' to the Cilento Coast—perfectly positioned to explore the authentic South, while still being within easy reach of Salerno and Naples. We are just south of Salerno and the famous Amalfi Coast, but with way more authentic vibes (and much better prices!)
Sorrento, Naples
I'm Luisa, a local licensed tour guide. I work in Pompeii, one of the most famous archeological sites in the world. I love traveling and discovering new destinations but most importantly, I love sharing all my knowledge concerning where I live with anyone who is interested in exploring the area like a local!
Naples, Amalfi
5.0(3)Hi everyone! I'm Renato, but you can call me Reni. I was born and raised between the charming city of Naples and the fabulous Amalfi Coast. I work as an import/export professional, and in my spare time, I love exploring new places, reading, running, and surfing. I have lived in Australia, Brazil, and China for a long time - aka, I know what it feels like to be a foreigner :) I speak six languages (Italian, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese and Chinese) and I love to interact with people from different cultural and social backgrounds. As a spontaneous, curious and open-minded individual, I would like you to experience the places I love at their best, and make the most out of your trip. In short, I will do whatever I can to make your trip unforgettable.
Naples, Salerno +3
Hi, I'm Mariagrazia, CEO of Amalfi Coast with Locals, as well as a licensed tour guide specializing in tours and experiences here in Campania. I gained knowledge not only during my university years but also through on-site experience and direct contact with tourists. I work in all aspects of tourism, also managing an apartment in Naples and on the Amalfi Coast, and I strive to make tourists feel at home. I listen to your needs and will always find the right solution to your specific requests. I love traveling and experiencing new lifestyles that are different from my own. My goal simply is: "not just seeing, but fully experiencing life firsthand as if I were a local."
Naples is not for the faint-hearted. It's loud, chaotic, crumbling, and absolutely magnificent. This is the city that invented pizza, where Caravaggio fled and painted some of his greatest works, where underground Greek and Roman cities lie beneath your feet, and where Vesuvius provides a constant reminder that life is short. The centro storico—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—is one of the largest in Europe, a grid of narrow streets (decumani) lined with baroque churches, skull-filled catacombs, and the world's best street food. Beyond the grit, Naples has extraordinary museums, a glamorous waterfront, and a food culture so fierce it borders on religious.
April to June or September to October. Summer is scorching. Spring is perfect for combining city sightseeing with Vesuvius hikes. December brings spectacular Christmas nativity scenes (presepi) throughout the city.
Beneath Naples lies an entire Greek-Roman city of tunnels, cisterns, and theatres. A local knows the best underground tours—from Napoli Sotterranea to the Bourbon Tunnel—and the hidden entrances most tourists miss.
Skip the famous spots with two-hour queues. A local will take you to the neighbourhood pizzeria their family has gone to for decades—where the pizza is just as extraordinary and the experience is entirely Neapolitan.
The Fontanelle Cemetery is a vast ossuary in a cave where Neapolitans once 'adopted' skulls and prayed to them. A local can explain this unique folk tradition and combine it with a walk through the atmospheric Sanità quarter.
Alessia thinks Amalfi gets too much attention and the Cilento gets too little. Her honest guide to Campania, Paestum, and what the region is really about.
