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
Naples
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.

Chiaia
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.

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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 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
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$229 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$229
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, but the neighbourhood is another story."

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

Holiday Inn Naples by IHG
Starhotels Terminus
Starhotels Terminus
4 out of 5
Piazza Garibaldi 91, Naples, NA
The price is AU$312 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$312
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice room, great staff"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Starhotels Terminus
Royal Continental Hotel Naples
Royal Continental Hotel Naples
4 out of 5
Via Partenope 38-44, Naples, NA
The price is AU$355 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$355
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Naples. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,216 reviews)
"Staff friendly overall excellent but plumbing needs attention"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

Royal Continental Hotel Naples
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.
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)
"The hotel was excellent- great location, great terrace views and the breakfast has a good selection."

Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2025

Residenza d'epoca Chiostro San Francesco
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 ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"The apartment was renovated, very nice and clean. Very good value for money."

Reviewed on 5 Oct. 2024

4 Stelle Housing - Rooms and Apartments
Palazzo Adele Rooms & Apartments
Palazzo Adele Rooms & Apartments
Via Trentola 222, Ercolano, NA
Stay at this apartment in Ercolano. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Mount Vesuvius and Port of Naples are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
"We used the family suit for 4 people it was super clean spacious and beautiful, the concierge was welcoming and helpful great value"

Reviewed on 28 Jan. 2025

Palazzo Adele Rooms & Apartments
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
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2 - Disappointing 10%
1 - Terrible
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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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