Naples
Italy
- Historic Centre of Naples
- National Archaeological Museum
- Castel dell'Ovo
- Spaccanapoli
- Pompeii
About Naples
Naples lies on the Bay of Naples in southern Italy, at the foot of Mount Vesuvius. Founded by ancient Greeks as Neapolis, it was the capital of a kingdom for centuries.
Its UNESCO-listed historic centre, churches, underground passages and cuisine, known as the home of pizza, shape its character.
How many days do you need?
Allow at least three days: one for the historic centre and Spaccanapoli, one for the National Archaeological Museum, the seafront and Castel dell'Ovo, and one for Pompeii or Herculaneum. The Amalfi Coast or Capri need extra days.
Where to stay
- Historic centre — Walking distance to churches and museums; streets can be crowded and noisy.
- Chiaia — By the sea, calmer and more upscale.
- Toledo and Piazza del Plebiscito — Central, close to the metro and the ferry port.
From the airport to the city
Naples International Airport (NAP, Capodichino) is about 4 miles northeast of the centre. Alibus coaches link it with Napoli Centrale station (Piazza Garibaldi) and the Molo Beverello port.
Getting around
Metro lines, funiculars and buses serve the city, and the Circumvesuviana commuter train runs to Pompeii and Sorrento. Ferries and hydrofoils to Capri and Ischia leave from the port.
Good to know
- Watch out for pickpockets on crowded buses and trains.
- Traffic is heavy and can seem chaotic; take care when crossing streets.
- Access to Vesuvius can be capacity-limited; book tickets ahead. The currency is the euro.
Useful links
- City of Naples comune.napoli.it
- ANM (metro and buses) anm.it
- Naples Airport aeroportodinapoli.it
When to go?
Best time to visit for the weather: April–June and September–October. The warmest month is August (average high 90 °F); the wettest is November (4.7 in).
Monthly climate
| Month | Avg. high °F | Rain in | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52.0 | 3.28 | Cool or rainy |
| February | 53.4 | 2.75 | Cool or rainy |
| March | 57.6 | 2.81 | Cool or rainy |
| April | 64.4 | 2.02 | Ideal |
| May | 72.1 | 1.89 | Ideal |
| June | 82.4 | 1.45 | Ideal |
| July | 89.4 | 0.92 | Good |
| August | 89.6 | 0.99 | Good |
| September | 80.6 | 2.69 | Ideal |
| October | 72.1 | 2.93 | Ideal |
| November | 62.2 | 4.73 | Good |
| December | 54.7 | 3.03 | Cool or rainy |
Source: NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), 2005–2024 monthly averages of daily high temperature and total rainfall. Values are estimates for an area of about 50 km and may differ from the city-centre weather station.
More in this region
Public holidays 2027
- New Year's DayJanuary 1
- EpiphanyJanuary 6
- Easter SundayMarch 28
- Easter MondayMarch 29
- Liberation from Nazi-Fascism (1945)April 25
- Labour DayMay 1
- Republic DayJune 2
- AssumptionAugust 15
- National Day of Saint Francis of AssisiOctober 4
- All Saints' DayNovember 1
- Immaculate ConceptionDecember 8
- Christmas DayDecember 25
- Boxing DayDecember 26
Sources: date-holidays and python-holidays open data projects; for Northern Cyprus, its public holidays law.
Practical info
- CurrencyEuro (€)
- Dialling code+39
- Plugs & voltageType C, F, L · 230 V · 50 Hz
- Emergency112
- DrivingOn the right
Sources: IEC plug types, Wikidata, Wikipedia; unverified details are left blank.