Travel guide · Italy
Naples: what to see and when to go
Naples is Italy at its most intense: chaotic, generous and full of life, with the best pizza in the world and a historic centre that is a UNESCO site. Vesuvius, Pompeii, Herculaneum and the islands of Capri and Procida are all within easy reach.
What to see and do in Naples
The historic centre
Spaccanapoli and Via dei Tribunali, with churches, nativity-scene workshops and pizzerias.
Pompeii and Herculaneum
The Roman towns buried by Vesuvius in 79 AD, reached by the Circumvesuviana train.
National Archaeological Museum
Pompeii's finest mosaics and frescoes and the Farnese collection of sculpture.
Underground Naples
Greco-Roman tunnels and cisterns, and the catacombs of San Gennaro beneath the city.
Capri and Procida
Ferries from Molo Beverello to Capri's famous cliffs or Procida's pastel harbour.
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: Apr.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 2 hr, 45 min | ≈ €160 · See flights |
| New York | 9 hr, 45 min | ≈ €520 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 14 hr | ≈ €620 · See flights |
| Dubai | 6 hr | ≈ €350 · See flights |
| Singapore | 13 hr, 15 min | ≈ €610 · See flights |
| Sydney | 21 hr, 15 min | ≈ €800 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €350 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Italy
- Currency
- Euro
- Good for
- food · city · culture · sea
- How long to stay
- 2–3 days
- Where to stay
- Centro Storico for atmosphere; Chiaia or the seafront for calmer nights and good restaurants.Find a place to stay in Naples
Plan your trip
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Naples and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: Apr. Average highs range from 13° in January to 31° in August.
How many days do you need in Naples?
2 to 3 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Naples cost?
Accommodation runs at around €60 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €350 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 2 hr, 45 min.
Where should you stay in Naples?
Centro Storico for atmosphere; Chiaia or the seafront for calmer nights and good restaurants.
