Naples

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San Francesco di Paola showing night scenes, a square or plaza and a church or cathedral
Galleria Umberto I featuring interior views as well as a large group of people
Secondigliano
Naples showing heritage architecture and interior views
Museo delle Arti Sanitarie e Di Storia della Medicina which includes a park
With classical architecture, unbeatable pizza and round-the-clock vibrancy, Naples remains one of Italy’s most exciting cities to visit.

Naples is a modern Italian city with a fascinating history, which can be traced back to its founding by sixth-century B.C. Greeks. The city has decadent royal palaces, art nouveau architecture, fashion boutiques, stylish restaurants and churches rich with religious art. Start your visit in the Centro Storico, Naples’ historic old town. Its narrow, cobbled streets are abuzz with scooters and tourist chatter while market traders sell curios such as instruments and antiques.Stunning architecture abounds the Royal Palace (Palazzo Reale) and its immaculately preserved furnishings present the finest example. Naples’ former military prowess is shown in its two main castles, the Castle of the Egg (Castel dell’Ovo) and Castel Nuovo. Visitors interested in religious art could fill several days wandering the many fine churches the Gesu Nuovo Church and the Capella Sansevero are good places to start.A trip to nearby Mount Vesuvius provides the perfect break from the city center bustle. Enjoy the views across Naples at the volcano’s 4,000-foot (1,200-meter) summit. Visit the nearby towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum, which were buried in ash and lava when Vesuvius erupted in A.D. 79. After centuries of excavations that are still ongoing, the towns provide a time capsule of Roman life. Naples invented pizza! Specialist pizzerias in town squares, back streets and shopping malls throughout the city will cook some of the best pizza you’ll ever taste. Traffic in the city is notoriously busy. Driving is best left to locals. A good subway network covers much of the city. If you stay near the city center you may find that despite Naples’ large size, you can reach many of the most interesting sights on foot. Taxis are a safe, but expensive, way to get around too. Historically Naples had a reputation as an unsafe city. While you should take the same precautions as you would in any other major city, you needn’t be over-worried about crime in the Naples of today. Winters tend to be wet. If you visit from March through October you’ll have a good chance of enjoying the warm, Neapolitan sun.

Where to stay in Naples

San Lorenzo Maggiore showing a city and a house

Naples City Centre

3/5(330 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.

Naples City Centre
Pontificia Reale Basilica di San Giacomo degli Spagnoli featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Historical Center

4/5(898 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.

Historical Center
Chiaia featuring heritage elements

Chiaia

4/5(33 area reviews)

Seafront location with luxury shopping on its main street, Chiaia boasts the beautiful Villa Comunale park and is nestled between Piazza Vittoria and Mergellina.

Chiaia
San Francesco di Paola which includes a church or cathedral and street scenes

San Ferdinando

While you're in San Ferdinando, take in top sights like Molo Beverello Port or Via Toledo, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Chiaia - Monte di Dio Station or Municipio Station.

San Ferdinando
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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 the city at Duomo Station or Via Marina - Duomo Tram Stop.

Pendino
Charming Naples

Quartieri Spagnoli

Waterfront views and coffeehouses are highlights of Quartieri Spagnoli. Make a stop by Via Toledo or Casa e Chiesa di Santa Maria Francesca delle Cinque Piaghe while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Toledo Station to get around town.

Quartieri Spagnoli
Starhotels Terminus
Starhotels Terminus
4 out of 5
Piazza Garibaldi 91, Naples, NA
$108 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
$132 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total includes taxes and fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"The LOCATION is excellent, very convenient across the trai/metro station and walk8ing distance to coffee places and restaurants. STAF is super friendly and profesional, gave me good restraints suggestions and also allow me checking in early"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Starhotels Terminus
Holiday Inn Naples by IHG
Holiday Inn Naples by IHG
4 out of 5
Via Domenico Aulisio, Centro Direzionale Isola E6, Naples, NA
$110 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
$134 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Total includes taxes and fees
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)
"Giusepe LO MAXIMO!!!"

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Holiday Inn Naples by IHG
UNA HOTELS Napoli
UNA HOTELS Napoli
4 out of 5
Piazza Garibaldi, 9/10, Naples, NA
$134 nightly
The price is $160 total per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
$160 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Total includes taxes and fees
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel was nice. It was a long walk from the train station. The staff were always helpful. The bed and linens were really comfortable. The shower and bathroom were good. They gave us complementary coffee, water and slippers. We left our luggage with the front desk since we got there before check-in. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

UNA HOTELS Napoli
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! (37 reviews)
"Good stay, friendly staff"

Reviewed on Jun 22, 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (184 reviews)
"Flew into Naples and took the Alibus to the train station ($5). Then walked 15 minutes to the apartment hotel. This place was a big surprise! Full kitchen and the city view was fantastic. There was a mini market about 1/2 block away and a grocery store (Deco) about 4 minute walk. There was also a ..."

Reviewed on May 28, 2025

Palazzo Settembrini 49
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! (40 reviews)
"The property was clean and had many amenities. Staff was very helpful and friendly. We overall enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 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.

Getting around Naples

There are plenty of ways to get around Naples. The city’s subway system, the Naples Metro, connects the Central Station, airport and historic center, but otherwise you probably won’t use it much. It’s well worth boarding the funicular railway, though, to hilltop attractions like the Castel Sant’Elmo. An extensive bus and trolley network also serves the city. Visit the Neapolitan Mobility CompanyOpens in a new window website.Browse Naples rental cars.

Best time to visit

The best time to visit Naples is during the spring, when the weather is warm and dry, the tourist crowds aren’t too big, and prices are cheaper than at the height of summer. Fall can be a good time for the same reasons, although you might arrive to find it’s raining during October or November. You’re almost certain to encounter rain if you visit in the winter, although it rarely gets that cold.

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Reviews of Naples

3.8
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
249
5 - Excellent 27%
4 - Good
368
4 - Good 40%
3 - Okay
219
3 - Okay 24%
2 - Disappointing
71
2 - Disappointing 8%
1 - Terrible
23
1 - Terrible 2%

2/5 - Disappointing

M

Naples itself was sketchy, dog poop all over the streets. I hope it was dog poop. I watched a man pee all the way up an escalator in front of us. I watched a woman yelling at her partner while digging in her pockets and throwing trash into the ocean.

4/5 - Good

Charles

Rich, vibrant city and surroundings — people, history, food, geography, architecture — offers more than can be quickly appreciated. Would love to return!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Naples is only for people who like a bit of chaos and throngs of people and laundry hanging from the streets. For me, I think its great but probably not what I would suggest for a first timer to Italy.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Naples is a fantastic city, much different than northern Italy and Rome but a must see for anyone visiting Italy.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Enjoyed the food, particularly pizza

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Would love to return. Visiting during the off season (February) gave us plenty of space and time to explore.

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