Pizza Making Class in Naples, Italy - 5 Top-Picks for 2025

There’s no better way to dive into Neapolitan food culture than by learning how to make a real pizza in the place where it all began.

During a hands-on pizza-making class in Naples, you’ll discover the secrets behind the perfect dough, San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil.

Then, it's your turn—roll up your sleeves and craft your own pizza from scratch, guided by local experts.

From kneading and shaping to topping and baking in a traditional wood-fired oven, it’s a fun, authentic experience that ends the best way possible: by eating your masterpiece hot and fresh, just like the locals do.

To help you choose the perfect experience, we’ve rounded up 5 of the best pizza-making classes in Naples—whether you’re looking for something traditional, family-friendly, or a little more modern and creative.

1. Pizza making class in Naples by Secret Food Tours

If you're heading to Naples and want to do more than just eat pizza, here’s a hidden gem you should absolutely add to your itinerary: a hands-on Neapolitan pizza-making class.

The class is small and intimate, and what makes it even more special is that one of the pizzeria's owners personally guides you through each step — from kneading the dough to sliding your pizza into a traditional wood-fired oven.

You’ll learn how to make pizza the true Neapolitan way: soft dough, fresh tomato sauce, fragrant basil, creamy mozzarella — and the magic of that super-hot oven that cooks everything to perfection in just about a minute.

And yes, you get to eat your creation straight out of the oven. The result? Probably the best pizza you’ll ever taste — fresh, hot, and 100% made by you.

Whether you're traveling with friends, a partner, or your kids, this class is a fun and delicious way to dive deeper into Naples' world-famous food culture.

2. Naples pizza making class

This hands-on pizza-making workshop in Naples is one of the most fun and delicious ways to experience local culture, and it fits easily into your day with both morning and evening sessions (each about 2 hours long).

You’ll be welcomed into a cosy local restaurant near Piazza Plebiscito, where a real pizzaiolo (pizza chef) will guide you through the whole process — from choosing the right flour and prepping the dough to using the best tomatoes and fresh mozzarella. It's the real deal, taught by people who’ve been making pizza the traditional way for years.

Once your pizza is hot and bubbly from the oven, you’ll sit down to enjoy it alongside bruschetta, a drink and water, and finish with a sorbet or a proper Italian coffee.

It’s a relaxed, family-friendly experience (kids 4+ are welcome!) and a great way to learn something new, have fun, and enjoy an incredible meal you made yourself.

3. Naples pizza-making at pizzeria (with dessert and wine)

Ever wanted to learn how to make authentic Neapolitan pizza? This fun, hands-on 2-hour class at a local pizzeria in Naples is the perfect way to do it!

A skilled pizzaiolo (pizza chef) will guide you through every step, sharing all the secrets to perfect pizza-making. The group is small and friendly — no more than 10 people — so you’ll get lots of personal attention. You’ll mix and shape your dough, add your favourite toppings, and pop your pizza into a real wood-fired oven.

While your pizza is baking to perfection, you’ll also get to watch the chef prepare a special fried pizza stuffed with ricotta and salami — trust me, it's as amazing as it sounds!

When the pizzas are ready, everyone sits down together to enjoy their creations, sipping on red wine or Italian beer. The class ends with a cheerful toast of limoncello to top off the experience.

This class is perfect for families, friends, or anyone looking for a fun, delicious way to dive into the heart of Naples’ food culture. Kids are welcome, too!

4. Authentic pizza making class in Naples (with appetizers and drink)

On Naples Bay Tour pizza making class, you’ll learn how to make authentic Neapolitan pizza from a local chef — from kneading the dough to topping it with fresh ingredients like San Marzano tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, and extra virgin olive oil. The experience starts with a local appetizer and ends with your very own Margherita pizza, fresh from the wood-fired oven.

After the meal, you’ll receive a personalised pizza diploma to remember your culinary adventure.

Perfect for food lovers, families, and anyone looking for a hands-on taste of Naples!

5. Professional pizza class in Naples with transfers

If you’re craving an authentic Naples food experience, this 3-hour pizza-making class is a must! You’ll hang out with a real pizzaiolo at one of the oldest pizzerias in Naples (it’s been around since 1923!), and don’t worry—there’s a friendly host to help with translations if needed.

You’ll get your hands dirty (in the best way) learning how to knead dough, spread fresh tomato sauce, top it with mozzarella and basil, and then pop it into a wood-fired oven to cook it just like the locals do.

Once your pizza is ready, everyone sits down to enjoy their creations, with soft drinks and coffee included. The class is small (only 8 people max!), so you’ll get lots of one-on-one attention from the instructor.

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