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Category: Sightseeing - Naples Attractions & Activities
Address: Via Francesco de Sanctis 19, Naples, IT 80134
The Cappella Sansevero was built in 1590 and decorated for Raimondo di Sangro, prince of Sansevero. The majestic interior of this chapel is adorned with ornate frescoes and sculptures. The most outstanding sculpture is Giuseppe Sammartino's Veiled Christ, depicting the lifeless body of Christ beneath a transparent...
Category: Historic Sites - Naples Attractions & Activities
Address: Porto Santa Lucia, Naples, IT
Castel dell'Ovo is a 2000 year-old castle that stands on the Isle of Megaris overlooking the Gulf of Naples. Most importantly, it is the landing site of the Greek settlers who founded Naples. The fortress has since changed hands numerous times, with residential stints by Normans, the French, Brazilians, and Spaniards,...
Category: Museums - Naples Attractions & Activities
Address: Largo San Martino 5, Naples, IT 80129
Focusing on Neapolitan art and history, this museum was formerly a Carthusian monastery. Since 1866, though, it has housed the San Martino collection, which features an entire section on nativity scenes, a historical section full of furniture, medallions and arms, and an area devoted to 19th century work, which is...
Il Museo Archeologico Nazionale
Category: Museums - Naples Attractions & Activities
Address: Piazza Museo Nazionale, 19, Naples, IT 80135
This is one of the most important archeological museums in the world and is a must for any visitor interested in art or history. The pieces are from the collection of Carlo di Borbone, who was a former King of Naples. Restoration is still ongoing and the extensive collection continues to expand. The Greek and Roman...
Category: Museums - Naples Attractions & Activities
Address: Via Bosco di Capodimonte, Naples, IT 80136
Built in the 18th century, this vast building was formerly a royal estate. The palace itself was designed by Medrano. However, the real attraction is the display of art that depicts the history of Italian painting, presented chronologically, Though most are religious in subject matter, various schools are displayed,...
Category: Sightseeing - Naples Attractions & Activities
Address: near the Sarno River, Naples, IT
This should be at the top of your list, even it you have only half a day to spare. To get there, take a train ride from the Central Station in Naples and travel about 20 miles south of Naples on the other side of Mount Vesuvius. Unbelievable in size and preservation, the city of Pompeii fell victim to the eruption of...
Category: Historic Sites - Naples Attractions & Activities
Address: Via Benedetto Croce 12, (Filomarino Palace), Naples, IT 80134
The palace hails from the 15th century and features Gothic windows, Ogival arches, a courtyard, and lava stone gateways. Among the palace's former inhabitants: Benedetto Croce, a historian and scholar who in 1947 founded the Institute of Historical Studies, an organization that continues to use the residence.
Acquario Della Stazione Zoologica Di Napoli
Category: Sightseeing - Naples Attractions & Activities
Address: Villa Comunale 1, Via Caracciolo, Naples, IT 80121
This aquarium is an attraction that both you and your children will enjoy. Established in the 19th century, the Acquario is Europe's oldest aquarium. Today, you will find over 200 species of marine animals and plant life on display, with special attention given to those species from the Bay of Naples. You may also...
Category: Sightseeing - Naples Attractions & Activities
Address: Via San Carlo 93f, Naples, IT 80133
The Teatro San Carlo is one of the oldest theaters in the world. It was designed by Giovanni Antonio Medrano under the direction of King Charles of Boubon. It was officially opened in November 1737. Its magnificent architecture and productions are still this opera house's claim to fame. The oldest ballet company in...
Category: Museums - Naples Attractions & Activities
Address: Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples, IT 80132
This massive royal court was designed in the 17th century and features statues paying homage to eight Neapolitan kings on its bold façade. It took more than 200 years to complete and once it was finished in 1843, it became known as one of the most impressive buildings in the Mediterranean. With numerous royal...
