New 2026 guide to Naples

Naples, at your own pace

Pizza, narrow lanes and a bay with Vesuvius. Find the right neighborhood, see what's worth it, and book without stress.

5areas to stay
12sights
6day trips
Where to stay

Central and close to the metro

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Sights

The essentials

Six spots you shouldn't miss on your first trip.

All sights
01 Culture · City centre

Museo Archeologico Nazionale

One of Europe's most important archaeological museums. It holds many of the finds from Pompeii and Herculaneum, as well as the Farnese collection.

02 Culture · Centro Storico

Cappella Sansevero

A small chapel with the famous Veiled Christ (Cristo Velato) sculpture by Giuseppe Sanmartino.

03 Culture · Centro Storico

Duomo di Napoli

The city's cathedral, dedicated to Saint Januarius (San Gennaro), patron saint of Naples.

04 Culture · Santa Lucia

Teatro San Carlo

Naples' opera house, the oldest continuously active opera house in the world (1737).

05 History & underground · Centro Storico

Napoli Sotterranea

A guided tour beneath the city: ancient Greek-Roman aqueducts and World War II air-raid shelters.

06 History & underground · Sanità

Cimitero delle Fontanelle

A striking ossuary inside old caves. Not for everyone, but quite unlike anywhere else.

Food

What to eat

The city of pizza has a lot more to offer than that.

Food guide

Pizza Napoletana

Soft dough with a puffy edge, baked in a wood-fired oven. The classic orders are Margherita or Marinara.

Pizza fritta

A fried, calzone-style pizza filled with ricotta and salami. Very filling and often very cheap.

Frittatina di pasta

A fried bite of pasta with béchamel. Typical street food.

Plan

First trip? Start here

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How many days do I need in Naples?

2-3 days are enough to see the essentials. If you also want day trips (Pompeii, Capri, Amalfi Coast), plan for 4-5 days. Δες αναλυτικά →

When is the best time to go?

Usually spring (April-June) and autumn (September-October), with pleasant temperatures. Summer is hot and crowded.

What should I watch out for in Naples?

It's a lively big city. The same applies as in any tourist destination: keep an eye on bags and phones in busy spots and on public transport, and avoid empty streets late at night.

How do I get from the airport to the centre?

The airport is Capodichino (NAP). There's an Alibus bus to the centre and the port, as well as taxis. Ask for a fixed fare before you set off.

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