Naples
Italy · Campania · 17 m
Description
Naples (Napoli) is one of Italy’s most vibrant and historic cities and a captivating center of history, culture, and Mediterranean life. Set on the Bay of Naples beneath Mount Vesuvius, the city is known for its UNESCO listed historic center, magnificent churches and palaces, lively squares, winding alleys, and distinctive street life. Naples combines centuries of cultural heritage with a passionate urban atmosphere, world famous Neapolitan cuisine, traditional street food, and its iconic pizza. One of southern Italy’s most fascinating cities, Naples is also an important gateway to Pompeii, Herculaneum, Mount Vesuvius, the islands of the Bay of Naples, and the Amalfi Coast.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 4 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: May – June
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Historic Centre of Naples & Spaccanapoli (UNESCO)
- Authentic Neapolitan Pizza
- National Archaeological Museum of Naples
- Pompeii Archaeological Site (UNESCO)(Day trip)
- Sansevero Chapel & Veiled Christ
- Capri(Day trip)
- Naples Cathedral & Chapel of San Gennaro
- Mount Vesuvius(Day trip)
- Santa Chiara Monastery & Majolica Cloister
- Via San Gregorio Armeno & Nativity Workshops
- Underground Naples (Napoli Sotterranea, guided tour)
- Herculaneum Archaeological Site (UNESCO)(Day trip)
- Royal Palace & Piazza del Plebiscito
- Castel Nuovo (Maschio Angioino)
- Castel dell'Ovo & Santa Lucia Seafront
- Quartieri Spagnoli & Via Toledo
- Castel Sant'Elmo & Naples Panorama
- Certosa di San Martino & Bay of Naples Views
- Galleria Umberto I
- Catacombs of San Gennaro
- Naples Waterfront & Lungomare Caracciolo
- Neapolitan Street Food (Sfogliatella, Cuoppo & Pizza Fritta)
Getting there
- Airports:
- NAP
- Train stations:
- Napoli Centrale, Garibaldi, Napoli Piazza Garibaldi
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry