Mount Vesuvius across the Bay of Naples
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Naples

Pizza, palaces and Vesuvius views

Plan with AISee the 1 itineraryPhoto: Sergey Ashmarin, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Best timeApril to June or September to October, before and after the summer crowds.
Typical trip length5 days
On travli1 itinerary
Getting aroundCircumvesuviana trains around the bay, ferries and SITA buses on the coast.
CurrencyEuro

About Naples

Naples spreads along a wide bay beneath Mount Vesuvius. The historic center follows Spaccanapoli, a long straight street lined with churches and workshops. The National Archaeological Museum holds finds from Pompeii and Herculaneum. Along the waterfront, Castel Nuovo and Castel dell'Ovo face the sea, while the Royal Palace borders Piazza del Plebiscito.

Trips here suit those interested in food and ancient history. Pizzerias in the old town draw steady queues. Short visits focus on the center and the museum, while longer stays add Pompeii, Herculaneum and a ferry to Capri.

Why travelers love it

SpaccanapoliThe long, narrow street that cuts straight through the old centre of Naples.Cappella SanseveroA small baroque chapel in old Naples, home to the famous marble Veiled Christ.Napoli SotterraneaA guided walk through ancient Greek and Roman tunnels, cisterns and a buried theatre under Naples.Piazza del PlebiscitoThe biggest square in Naples, framed by the Royal Palace and a domed church.Castel dell'OvoThe oldest castle in Naples, set on a tiny island joined to the seafront by a causeway.Naples National Archaeological MuseumOne of the world's great collections of Roman art, including treasures from Pompeii and Herculaneum.

Top attractions

Spaccanapoli
StreetSpaccanapoliNaples, Italy
Cappella Sansevero
Chapel museumCappella SanseveroNaples, Italy
Napoli Sotterranea
Underground tourNapoli SotterraneaNaples, Italy
Piazza del Plebiscito
SquarePiazza del PlebiscitoNaples, Italy
Castel dell'Ovo
CastleCastel dell'OvoNaples, Italy
Naples National Archaeological Museum
MuseumNaples National Archaeological MuseumNaples, Italy
Herculaneum
Archaeological siteHerculaneumNaples, Italy
Pompeii
Archaeological sitePompeiiNaples, Italy
Mount Vesuvius
VolcanoMount VesuviusNaples, Italy

1 Naples itinerary

Naples, Italy
Naples, ItalyNaples, Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast in 5 Days5 days · By travli

Naples questions

Is 5 days enough for Naples and the Amalfi Coast?

It covers the highlights: Naples, Pompeii, Vesuvius, one day on the coast and one on Capri. Add a day if you want a slower pace or a beach day.

Should I stay in Naples or Sorrento?

Both. Naples is best for the city and ruins, and Sorrento is the easiest base for ferries to Capri and buses to the Amalfi Coast.

Do I need to book Pompeii and Vesuvius in advance?

Yes. Pompeii uses named, timed tickets and Vesuvius crater tickets are sold online only, so book both before you go.

How do I get from Sorrento to Positano and Amalfi?

SITA buses run along the coast road all year, and ferries run in the warmer months. Ferries avoid the traffic in summer.

Which days of the week should I avoid?

Don't put Day 2 on a Tuesday or Wednesday: the archaeological museum closes on Tuesdays and Herculaneum on Wednesdays.