WHERE TO GO IN NAPLES

🏛️ Naples National Archaeological Museum (Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli)

  • Overview: Home to one of the world’s most extensive collections of Greco-Roman antiquities, including artifacts from Pompeii and Herculaneum.
  • Address: Piazza Museo, 19, 80135 Naples, Italy
  • How to Get There: Accessible via Metro Line 1, Museo station.
  • Highlights: Farnese Collection, mosaics, sculptures, and ancient artifacts.
  • Entry Fee: €15; discounts available for EU citizens aged 18-25; free for EU citizens under 18 and over 65.

🕍 Sansevero Chapel Museum (Museo Cappella Sansevero)

  • Overview: A baroque chapel renowned for the “Veiled Christ” sculpture, an exquisite marble masterpiece.
  • Address: Via Francesco de Sanctis, 19/21, 80134 Naples, Italy
  • How to Get There: A short walk from Dante Metro Station (Line 1).
  • Highlights: “Veiled Christ” by Giuseppe Sanmartino, anatomical machines, and rich baroque decor.
  • Entry Fee: €8; reduced rates for students and groups.

⛪ Naples Cathedral (Duomo di Napoli)

  • Overview: The city’s main church, dedicated to Saint Januarius, the patron saint of Naples.
  • Address: Via Duomo, 147, 80138 Naples, Italy
  • How to Get There: Accessible via Metro Line 1, Museo station, followed by a short walk.
  • Highlights: Gothic architecture, the Chapel of the Treasure of San Gennaro, and the annual Miracle of the Blood.
  • Entry Fee: Free; donations appreciated.

🏰 Castel dell’Ovo

  • Overview: The oldest standing fortification in Naples, offering panoramic views of the Gulf of Naples.
  • Address: Via Eldorado, 3, 80132 Naples, Italy
  • How to Get There: A pleasant walk along the seafront from Piazza del Plebiscito.
  • Highlights: Historical exhibitions, scenic terraces, and the legend of the “Egg Castle.”
  • Entry Fee: Free.

🏯 Castel Nuovo (Maschio Angioino)

  • Overview: A medieval castle and former royal residence, notable for its architectural grandeur.
  • Address: Via Vittorio Emanuele III, 80133 Naples, Italy
  • How to Get There: Located near the Municipio Metro Station (Line 1).
  • Highlights: Palatine Chapel, museum exhibits, and historical artifacts.
  • Entry Fee: €6; reduced rates available.

🏛️ Royal Palace of Naples (Palazzo Reale di Napoli)

  • Overview: A grand palace reflecting the opulence of Naples’ royal history.
  • Address: Piazza del Plebiscito, 1, 80132 Naples, Italy
  • How to Get There: Adjacent to Piazza del Plebiscito; accessible via Toledo Metro Station (Line 1).
  • Highlights: Royal apartments, the Throne Room, and the Court Theatre.
  • Entry Fee: €6; reduced rates for EU citizens aged 18-25; free for EU citizens under 18 and over 65.

🌳 Villa Comunale

  • Overview: A historic public park along the seafront, ideal for leisurely strolls and relaxation.
  • Address: Via Francesco Caracciolo, 80122 Naples, Italy
  • How to Get There: Accessible via Metro Line 2, Mergellina station.
  • Highlights: Lush greenery, fountains, and proximity to the Anton Dohrn Aquarium.
  • Entry Fee: Free.

🖼️ Museo di Capodimonte

  • Overview: An art museum housed in a former royal palace, featuring works by renowned artists.
  • Address: Via Miano, 2, 80131 Naples, Italy
  • How to Get There: Accessible via shuttle bus from the city center or by taxi.
  • Highlights: Paintings by Caravaggio, Raphael, and Titian; royal apartments; and expansive gardens.
  • Entry Fee: €12; reduced rates available.

🌆 Piazza del Plebiscito

  • Overview: Naples’ main square, surrounded by significant historical buildings.
  • Address: Piazza del Plebiscito, 80132 Naples, Italy
  • How to Get There: Easily reachable on foot from various parts of the city center.
  • Highlights: Basilica of San Francesco di Paola, Royal Palace, and open space for events.
  • Entry Fee: Free.