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Naples

Italy

Best things to do in Naples

32 curated attractions in Naples, Italy. Handpicked for every kind of traveler.

Best time

April - June, September - October

Average temp

16°C/61°F

Budget

Mid-range

Safety

Take care

About Naples

Naples, with its sprawling urban landscape and chaotic streets, channels centuries of history into a city quite unlike any other. The intense vibrancy stems from its rich past, think ancient ruins mingling with everyday life, particularly around the Naples National Archaeological Museum, where treasures from Pompeii and Herculaneum showcase the city’s role in the Roman Empire. The Spanish Quarters, with their narrow alleys and markets, are a world away from the seafront views at Castel dell'Ovo, where tourists can contemplate how often they've lost track of time in a pizzeria. Locals, fiercely proud of their city's culinary heritage, might argue that the pizza here is a religion, and they'll likely pull you into it, whether you want to or not. In case you were wondering, people actually come for the pizza, with a side of chaos.

Who it's for

Ideal for anyone who enjoys street culture, good food, and a touch of madness. Not the best choice for those seeking tranquility or organized transport: the public transport system is moderately rated, and the streets have a tendency to bewilder the first-time visitor.

Getting around

Public transport: Moderate

  • The historic centre can be walked in about thirty minutes from end to end, assuming you can navigate the chaos
  • The Metro is decent but can be crowded during peak hours, so plan accordingly
  • The airport is about twenty-five minutes from downtown when traffic plays nice
  • Expect to walk uphill quite a bit, as the city is not flat
Piazza Bellini

Piazza Bellini

Squares & plazas
Certosa e Museo di San Martino

Certosa e Museo di San Martino

Monasteries
Piazza Matteotti

Piazza Matteotti

Squares & plazas
Capodimonte Museum

Capodimonte Museum

Art museums & galleries
Villa Floridiana

Villa Floridiana

Historic houses & mansions
Underground Naples (Napoli Sotterranea)

Underground Naples (Napoli Sotterranea)

Ancient ruins & archaeological sites
Quartieri Spagnoli (Spanish Quarters)

Quartieri Spagnoli (Spanish Quarters)

Streets & neighbourhoods
Castel Nuovo (Maschio Angioino)

Castel Nuovo (Maschio Angioino)

Castles & palaces
Spaccanapoli

Spaccanapoli

Streets & neighbourhoods
San Gregorio Armeno

San Gregorio Armeno

Streets & neighbourhoods
Catacombs of San Gennaro

Catacombs of San Gennaro

Cemeteries & tombs
Santa Chiara Church

Santa Chiara Church

Churches & cathedrals
Galleria Borbonica

Galleria Borbonica

Ancient ruins & archaeological sites
Naples Cathedral

Naples Cathedral

Churches & cathedrals
Piazza del Plebiscito

Piazza del Plebiscito

Squares & plazas
San Carlo Theater (Teatro di San Carlo)

San Carlo Theater (Teatro di San Carlo)

Theatres & opera houses
Piazza dei Martiri

Piazza dei Martiri

Squares & plazas
Herculaneum

Herculaneum

Ancient ruins & archaeological sites
Piazza Municipio

Piazza Municipio

Squares & plazas
Mergellina

Mergellina

Canals, harbours & waterfronts
Galleria Umberto I

Galleria Umberto I

Shopping streets & districts
Naples National Archaeological Museum

Naples National Archaeological Museum

History museums
Castel dell'Ovo

Castel dell'Ovo

Forts & citadels
Posillipo Hill

Posillipo Hill

Scenic viewpoints
Santa Chiara Cloister

Santa Chiara Cloister

Monasteries
Piazza Dante

Piazza Dante

Squares & plazas
Museo Cappella Sansevero

Museo Cappella Sansevero

Art museums & galleries
Gallerie d'Italia

Gallerie d'Italia

Arts and Entertainment Venues
Royal Palace of Naples

Royal Palace of Naples

Castles & palaces
Via Toledo

Via Toledo

Streets & neighbourhoods
Mount Vesuvius

Mount Vesuvius

Mountains & volcanoes
Villa Comunale

Villa Comunale

City parks

Where to eat in Naples

The places worth planning a meal around.

Pizzeria Da Michele

Pizzeria Da Michele

Italian · $$

★ 4.3 · 55,236 reviews

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