Naples Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

San Francesco di Paola featuring night scenes, a square or plaza and a church or cathedral
Galleria Umberto showing interior views as well as a large group of people
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Naples which includes heritage architecture and interior views
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Hidden within this compelling historical city is a wealth of ancient architecture, genuine Neapolitan pizzas and mysterious underground caves.

Naples was first founded by the Greeks in the 6th century BC, long before the Romans arrived. Today, it is home to lavish palaces, churches gilded in exquisite religious art and an assortment of Art Nouveau architecture. For a taste of modern Italy, wend your way around the cobbled streets, avoiding scooters and pedestrians, before popping into one of the intimate pizzerias and cafés in the city that invented pizza.

The bustling Centro Storico, the city's historic old town, is a great place to start discovering Naples. Here you can find beautiful churches and entire streets dedicated to selling specific items, such as musical instruments and antique books.

Get to know a different side of Naples through its labyrinth of Greek- and Roman-era caves that lie almost 30 metres below the city before venturing back up to see the nearby Capella Sansevero. This tiny chapel built in 1600 houses many unusual pieces of Italian religious art, while the unique Gesu Nuovo Church is known for its collection of reliefs and frescoes.

One of Naples' most beautiful buildings is the opulent Palazzo Reale (Royal Palace) where you can see well-preserved royal furnishings and the National Library. Climb the towers of the 15th century Castel dell’Ovo, on the island of Megaride just off Naples for panoramic views.

Mount Vesuvius looms over the horizon in Naples. This 1200-metre tall volcano is considered one of Europe's most active and devastated the local area when it erupted in 79 AD, burying the Roman towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum. Hike up to the summit of this sleeping volcano for arresting views over the bay of Naples before delving into the excavated ruins of Pompeii beneath.

There's plenty to do in this busy, beautiful Italian coastal city. Summer is a popular time to visit, although it does get quite hot, so bring plenty of water and appropriate clothing. Pay attention to your personal belongings as pickpockets thrive in this city, as in any tourist destination.

Where to stay in Naples

San Lorenzo Maggiore showing a city and a house

Naples City Centre

3/5(35 area reviews)

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Naples City Centre. Top attractions like Port of Naples and Molo Beverello Port are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Garibaldi Tram Stop or EAV - Capolinea Porta Nolana Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Historical Center

4/5(71 area reviews)

Via Toledo and Molo Beverello Port are top sights in Historical Center, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Toledo Station or Municipio Station to see more sights in the area.

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Chiaia

4/5(1 area review)

Travellers choose Chiaia for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Arco Mirelli - Repubblica Station or Piazza Amedeo Station and check out top sights like Naples Aquarium.

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Pendino

If you're spending time in Pendino, check out sights like Corso Umberto I or Calata di Massa Port and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Duomo Station or Via Marina - Duomo Tram Stop.

Pendino
San Lorenzo Maggiore featuring interior views

Decumani

While you're in Decumani, take in top sights like Via San Gregorio Armeno and jump on the metro at Dante Station to see more of the city.

Decumani
San Francesco di Paola showing a church or cathedral and street scenes

San Ferdinando

If you're spending time in San Ferdinando, check out sights like Molo Beverello Port or Via Toledo and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chiaia - Monte di Dio Station or Municipio Station.

San Ferdinando
B&B Hotel Napoli
B&B Hotel Napoli
3 out of 5
Piazza Garibaldi 32, Naples, NA
The price is AU$168 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$168
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and rooms spacious and clean"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

B&B Hotel Napoli
Holiday Inn Naples by IHG
Holiday Inn Naples by IHG
4 out of 5
Via Domenico Aulisio, Centro Direzionale Isola E6, Naples, NA
The price is AU$257 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$257
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,010 reviews)
"The hotel was outstanding. Clean & comfortable rooms. The staff was outstanding & took care of everything. Several good restaurants nearby but not a lot within walking distance. Perfect spot before flying out"

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2025

Holiday Inn Naples by IHG
Starhotels Terminus
Starhotels Terminus
4 out of 5
Piazza Garibaldi 91, Naples, NA
The price is AU$317 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$317
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"This is a great hotel. The location couldn’t be better-it’s literally 1 minute away from the metro station and the train station. Although it is on a crowded block, the window isolation is super - we didn’t hear any street noise. Shower stream and WiFi signal are both very strong. Quite a few good ..."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Starhotels Terminus
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
4 Stelle Housing - Rooms and Apartments
4 Stelle Housing - Rooms and Apartments
Via Benedetto Cairoli 60, Naples, NA
Stay at this apartment in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Port of Naples and Via Toledo are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)
"The apartment was renovated, very nice and clean. Very good value for money."

Reviewed on 5 Oct. 2024

4 Stelle Housing - Rooms and Apartments
Residenza d'epoca Chiostro San Francesco
Residenza d'epoca Chiostro San Francesco
Via Luca Giordano 2, Naples, NA
Stay at this apartment in Naples. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Via Toledo and Molo Beverello Port are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"I would recommend this property to anyone who wants to travel to Naples"

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2025

Residenza d'epoca Chiostro San Francesco
Palazzo Settembrini 49
Palazzo Settembrini 49
Via Luigi Settembrini 49, Naples, NA
Stay at this aparthotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (176 reviews)
"View from the terrace has a beautiful mountain view and is great for watching the hustle and bustle of the street below. Easy walk to the train station, lots of stores and restaurants close by. Easy downhill walk to the Archaeology museum. Staff were easy to get a hold of, and the suite itself was ..."

Reviewed on 15 Nov. 2024

Palazzo Settembrini 49
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Naples

3.6
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
14
5 - Excellent 19%
4 - Good
27
4 - Good 38%
3 - Okay
20
3 - Okay 28%
2 - Disappointing
7
2 - Disappointing 10%
1 - Terrible
4
1 - Terrible 6%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Walk around the streets of Historic centre. Great atmosphere. Lots of places to eat. Watch out for the scooters whizzing around!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Has a reputation as a tough and slightly dangerous city we thought it was great. A "real" city only partly dependent on tourism. Plenty of shopping and dining options: great sea views and accessible for tours to Pompeii, Herc, Mt V , Amalfi Coast.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

The hotel staff were nice enough, but we found those conducting tours in Naples, eg underground tour, to be extremely rude to paying tourists. The way we saw them speak to some of the non Italian tourists was disgraceful. Naples was filthy too.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

It's old and the streets are narrow. You're constantly looking out for scooters and cars coming from behind, so you don't get run down. It's an Italian thing I suppose. Pizza, coffee etc. in Naples is awesome.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Naples is perfectly chaotic, smelly, and noisy. But that is part of it's charm. Yoh can find pockets of serenity if you look.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveller

Seemed very dirty,noisy and not very safe.

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