Castel Nuovo o Maschio Angioino
Naples
one of the most famous monuments of Naples, stronghold in the Middle Ages, the first Angevin power of the Aragonese and then, finally, with the Bourbon.
Teatro San Carlo
Naples
Built in 1737 for the will of King Charles of Bourbon. Since its inception, in the RoyalTheatre concerts and operas were carried out by and with the composers, musiciansand famous artists. Donizetti, Rossini, Verdi, Abbado and Muti among others.
Palazzo Reale
Naples
A magnificent residence from the 17th century built in honour of the King of Spain; it hosts a series of elegant rooms that still have wonderful 18th century decorations.
Museo di Palazzo Reale
Naples
The foundation of the Royal Palace dates back to 1600. In the museum you can admire:the National Library, the Farnese Collection, the Pompeian Room, the Nativity of the Bank of Naples, the Royal Town House, the journey of the Savoy and of the Bourbons. Do not miss it!
Castello dell' Ovo
Naples
The Castel dell'Ovo, is the oldest castle in the city of Naples and is one of the elements that stand out most in the famous panorama of the gulf. Its name comes from an ancient legend according to which the Latin poet Virgil hid in the dungeons of the building an egg that kept the entire fortress standing.
Cappella Sansevero
Naples
The Sansevero Chapel in Naples is among the most important cult buildings. In the chapel there are numerous works of fine workmanship, such as anatomical machines etc. it is a very special place and is open to the public.
Museo Archeologico Nazionale
Naples
The Archaeological Museum, located in Palazzo Ludovico il Moro of Biagio Rossetti, presents the findings from the necropolis of Spina and documents the close relations between the Spineti, the Etruscan, and the Greeks.
Chiesa del Gesù Nuovo
Naples
The church of Gesù Nuovo, also known as the church of the Greater Trinity, is located in the square of the same name, one of the most important in Naples, and is an unmissable destination for those visiting Naples. The church is one of the largest and best known in the city, characterized by the presence of a high marble spire, Obelisk of the Immaculate, which houses works of Baroque painting and sculpture, some of the most influential artists of the well-known Neapolitan school stand out. Inside you can admire ten seventeenth-century chapels and wonderful frescoed ceilings.
Reggia di Capodimonte
Naples
Museo di Capodimonte
Naples
A wonderful Art Gallery with a permanent exhibition of the Galleria Farnese on the main floor, the Royal Apartments, the Neapolitan Gallery on the second floor, the collection ofnineteenth-century and contemporary art at the third level. Worth visiting!
Cattedrale di Napoli
Naples
The Cathedral, or Cathedral of Naples is dedicated to Santa Maria Assunta, and is the seat of the archdiocese of Naples. It hosts the oldest baptistery in the West and three times a year it welcomes the rite of dissolving the blood of St. Gennaro.
Museo del Tesoro di San Gennaro
Naples
The Treasure Museum of San Gennaro is located next to the Duomo and the Treasure Chapel in Naples. It is estimated that the value of the treasure of St. Gennaro is richer than that of the crown of England of Queen Elizabeth II and the Czars of Russia. The museum was inaugurated in 2003 thanks to a project funded by private companies, local institutions and European funds. The wonders exhibited in the Treasure Museum of San Gennaro demonstrate the extraordinary nature of the Neapolitan sculptors and silversmiths who were able to reconcile technical wisdom and creativity.
Scavi Archeologici del Duomo
Naples
An archaeological site underneath the cathedral that opens up to show the remains of a Greek -Roman and early Christian city. An itinerary to discover!
Basilica di Santa Chiara
Naples
The Basilica of Santa Chiara is a complex famous for its Gothic cloister ceramic, rebuilt after Allied bombing in 1943.
Complesso Museale di Santa Chiara
Naples
Do not miss this museum complex in downtown Naples, which includes the Museum of the Archaeological Area, the Majolica Cloister and the Hall of the Nativity of the '700. A true encounter with history and art.
Reggia di Portici
Naples
The Royal Palace of Portici was built between 1738 and 1742, at the behest of Charles III of Bourbon. The palace also became the seat of the Herculanense Museum, where the finds of Herculaneum are located, today kept in the National Archaeological Museum. The structure consists of two wings that connect from a large courtyard. In the building there are also many decorations, mosaics and columns, which were found during the excavations of Herculaneum.
Teatro Augusteo
Naples
Built in 1929, on a design by the architect engineer Nervi Mellucci. Today, it continues to provide the public with top quality performances: dramas , concerts of classical and popular music.
Teatro Stabile Mercadante
Naples
Built in the years 1777-1778 on a project by Francesco Sicuro. The representationwhich inaugurated its opening to the public was "The Unfaithful Faithful" by Lorenzi in1779. Today, the theater offers regular theatrical seasons and contemporary projects.
Teatro San Ferdinando
Naples
Built in the late XVIII century. After years of restoration it reopened in 2007 with "The Tempest" by Shakespeare, in the translation by Eduardo de Filippo of 1984. It is among the spaces used in the Palermo Teatro Festival .
Teatro Bellini
Naples
Neapolitans believe this it is the most beautiful theater in town. Opened in 1878, it presents a rich and harmonious architecture. Do not miss: the little theater of the rehearsal room and the Auditorium. Worth a visit!
Museo d'Arte Contemporanea Donna Regina
Naples
The Museum of Contemporary Art (M.A.D.R.E.) collects a permanent collection of international artists among which: Andy Wharol, Alberto Burri, Lucio Fontana. The historical collection is at the second floor while at third floor there are temporary ones.
Piazza del Municipio
Naples
A large rectangular square, named after the town hall housed in the Palais Bourbon St. James (1819/25). At the centre the square is decorated with the equestrian statue of Vittorio Emanuele III.
Via Toledo
Naples
It’s a favourite street from Naples. Built by the homonymous king, who ordered the opening as the axis of expansion of the city.
Fontana dei Tre Cannoli
Naples
One of the symbols of the city, it was restored under the domination of Caracciolo who called to operate the architect Cosimo Fanzago from Bergamo.
Torre dell'Orologio
Naples
The tower housing the downtown with its 40 meters high, it was built in Baroque style in the '600.
Fagianeria Reale Borbonica
Naples
Villa Vesuviana of the 18th century; casino with an adjoining reserve for hunting pheasant and hare, was part of the largest park of the nearby Royal Palace of Portici, preserves the charm of splendor intact noblemen of the Bourbon Kingdom.
Museo del Mare di Napoli
Naples
Located in Bagnoli, it overlooks the Gulf of Campi Flegraean and is both a place of protection and preservation of the Campania maritime cultural heritage, and is a stable venue for cultural initiatives inspired by memory historical and social of the maritime.
Basilica dell'Incoronata Madre del Buon Consiglio
Naples
The Basilica Dell' Incoronata Madre Del Buon Consiglio is one of the best points to gain spiritual interests. It is known for its colossal church with peculiar paintings, stories about end of cholera in the area and the volcanic ash that resulted into torrential rain that destroyed lives of people and plants. It is also important for one to take note of the Sister Maria di Geshu who did note stay to see the church grow has her traces at the point.
Piazza Trieste e Trento
Naples
Highly important road junction, here via Toledo, Via Chiaia and Via San Carlo converge; it is also the main access point to the nearby, and far more famous, Piazza del Plebiscito.
Biblioteca Nazionale di Napoli
Naples
Biblioteca Nazionale Centrale Vittorio Emanuele II is one of the points people would be happy on visiting in Naples. This is among the libraries that merged during the unification of Italy after the world wars. It has important information to know.
Museo del Corallo
Naples
Coral Jewelry Museum Ascione is situated inside a house opposite to San Carlo. This museum is as a result of past generation activities of Naples. The place is easy to access. Many people have checked on the jewelry in this place as a guide of what they should buy for their own. In addition, it is a museum that depicts what residents of Naples have been putting on.
Chiesa di San Domenico Maggiore
Naples
Both cultural and historical sites are vital in Italy besides religious ones. San Domenico Maggiore is famous in such. It has gratifying buildings and structures that attract those who own hobbies such as visiting cultural sites and witnessing historical moments.
Basilica di San Francesco di Paola
Naples
San Francesco di Paola is a remnant of the famous Rome’s Pantheon. The church is circular in shape with two chapels. Many people have visited here for self-religious interests
Chiesa di San Gregorio Armeno
Naples
San Gregorio Armeno is a church and a monastery. It is one of the most important Baroque complexes in Naples.
Basilica di San Lorenzo Maggiore
Naples
This is one of the serious churches in Naples. It is located in the indigenous Roman City. It is believed to be the basic strength of the Roman Empire in Italy.
Chiesa di San Pietro a Majella
Naples
Chiesa of San Pietro a Majella refers to a church in Naples. It is located on the west part of one of the streets in the city called Via dei Tribunali. The architectural design of the church is much pleasing.
Chiesa di Sant'Angelo a Nilo
Naples
It is a church located on the verge of the initial Greek- Roman town dedicated to Nilo god. It was set to existence in 1380s as a chapel. It owns artworks including the tomb in which one of the cardinals was buried and an altarpiece done by Marco Pino who was a Sienese painter.
Chiesa di Santa Maria Donnaregina
Naples
It is the oldest in the series of Santa Maria churhes. It is unique in its structure and interior design. Lots of decorations in the form of mosaics have been used to beautify the house. The common mosaic is the azure one.
Chiesa di Santa Maria La Nova
Naples
Santa Maria La Nova has a well-designed interior and constitutes part of the monastic complex. Bigger portion of this hosts municipal offices for the leaders.
Basilica Santuario di Santa Maria del Carmine
Naples
This is a mere church that adheres to the order of Carmelite. This means that it traces its origin from Mount Carmel in Florence. It is located in one of the districts of Tuscany. After its demolition by fire in 1771, it remained to be Brancacci Chapel. It became a site for remembrance.
Chiesa di Santa Maria in Portico
Naples
This is a cardinal titular church that puts forth faith to Virgin Mary. It is characterized by a portrait of Mary and a holy shrine. In addition, the church has been devoted to conversion of England.
Stadio San Paolo
Naples
For those who love soccer, you will have fun visiting Napoli FC during their home match at Stadio San Paolo. This team has done well to the higher levels especially the Champions League. Remember this is one of the best stadiums in Italy.
Villa Comunale
Naples
Villa Comunale is one of the most famous historic garden in Naple at Piazza Vittria. It is wonderful coated with plenty of shady trees, appealing fountains, fine paths for common pedestrians and a fabulous aquarium.
Villa Floridiana
Naples
It is an important historic building of Naples in the Vomero park. The place has landmarks such as Oteum historical site and the Speciality Museums besides Neapolius Club used for sporting activities.
Villa Pignatelli
Naples
This place is located alongside Riviera di Chania 200 in Naples province. It has important sites such as Aurelio just near Villa Pignatelli, a museum, and Secret excursion for day tours among other features.
Museo dell'Attore Napoletano
Naples
The Neapolitan Actor Museum was set up in 2001 in the underpass of Piazza Municipio, it kept about 400 relics belonging to Neapolitan actors, who made the history of Neapolitan acting. Unfortunately, in the same year of opening, the underground structure where the museum was located was closed because it was damaged by the rains. Since 2008, part of the material has been exhibited at the San Ferdinando Theatre in Naples.
Museo dell'Opera di Santa Chiara
Naples
The Museum of the Opera di Santa Chiara is located in the homonymous fourteenth-century monumental complex of the city of Naples. The museum was opened to the public in 1995, and inside it are kept the finds from the Church, the Cloister and the Monastery. Materials that survived the church fire in 1943 are also exhibited.
Museo dell'Osservatorio Astronomico di Capodimonte
Naples
The Capodimonte Astronomical Observatory was established in 1812 at the behest of King Joachim Murat. In the same structure there is also the headquarters of the Astronomical Museum of Capodimonte, which is composed of three important cores: the Museum of Astronomical Instruments, which contains a collection of dated instruments from the '800 to '900; the Bamberg Pavilion, dedicated to the precise measurement of time; the Repsold Pavilion, with the equatorial refracting telescope that is the emblem of the Naples Observatory.
Museo Civico Gaetano Filangeri
Naples
The Gaetano Filangieri Civic Museum in Naples preserves a collection with more than 3,000 objects, offering a great vision of the Neapolitan artistic scene. In addition, the Museum houses a large collection of applied arts, paintings and sculptures dating from the 15th to the 19th century, a library and a historical archive of about 30,000 volumes from the thirteenth and nineteenth centuries. You can also admire the collection of paintings from the seventeenth century, by the greatest Neapolitan artists.
Museo Cappella San Severo
Naples
A wealth of international art, a noble mausoleum designed by Raimondo di Sangro,seventh prince of Sansevero, unique of its kind. Worth visiting!
Museo D. A. Pignatelli Cortes e Museo delle Carrozze
Naples
The Pignatelli villa was erected in 1826. In 1952, Princess Rosina Pignatelli donated to the Italian State the villa and her art collection, provided that the museum that would have founded bears the name of her husband, Diego Aragona Pignatelli. The villa, inside it also houses the Museum of Carriages, with an interesting collection of Italian and French carriages dating from the end of the 1800s and the beginning of the '900.
Museo di Paleobotanica ed Etnobotanica dell'Orto Botanico
Naples
The Museum of Paleobotanica and Ethnobotany of Naples is located in the Castle, a building dating from the 16th to 17th century. The two sections of the museum are: the Paleobotanic and the Ethnobotanical one. In the first section, the Paleobotanic one, fossil finds are collected that demonstrate the evolution of terrestrial plants from the Silurian, 400 million years ago to the present day. The ethnobotany section, on the other hand, exposes collections of objects in plant material from Mexico, the Amazon, Borneo, Sumatra and the Philippines.
Museo di Paleontologia
Naples
The Museum of Paleontology was founded in 1932 and is located at the “Center of Museums Natural Sciences” of the Federico II University of Naples. The museum offers the public various collections: fossil fish from Giffoni Vallepiana, Pietraroia and Castellammare di Stabia, of mammals and marine and flying reptiles. Since 1996, the museum has been enriched with a fossil specimen of Allosaurus fragilis from North America, in excellent state of preservation.
Museo di Zoologia
Naples
The Museum of Zoology was created by Gioacchino Murat in 1811 and is part of the Museum of Natural Sciences Center of the Federico II University of Naples. The Museum is located in the University Library. Several collections are on display: that of vertebrates, a collection of about three thousand birds, that of shells and finally that of corals and sponges.
Museo Artistico Industriale Filippo Palizzi
Naples
The Industrial Art Museum Filippo Palizzi is a museum located in the city of Naples. It was built at the end of the 19th century by Gaetano Filangieri, prince of Satriano. The Industrial Art Museum was founded to support the educational activities of the Institute of Art. Currently in the museum there are about six thousand works exhibited in different sections. The Museum played a fundamental role in the cultural life of the city.
Museo Nazionale della Ceramica Duca di Martina
Naples
The Duke of Martina Museum since 1927 has been located in the Villa Floridiana in Naples. The Museum houses over 6000 works of Western and Eastern manufacturing, dating back to the period from the 12th to the 19th century. It is one of the largest collections of decorative arts, and divided over three floors, the section of oriental art objects has recently been opened, including the fine collection of Chinese porcelain dating back to the Ming and Qing times.
Museo Nazionale di San Martino
Naples
The National Museum of San Martino was inaugurated in 1866, following the Unification of Italy, after the Charterhouse was declared a national monument. The rooms of the Charterhouse were intended to host the museum, at the behest of the archaeologist Giuseppe Fiorelli. The museum presents and documents aspects of society in various historical eras. It is divided into several sections, dedicated to theater, parties and costumes.
Museo Nazionale Ferroviario
Naples
The National Railway Museum is located in the area of the buildings of the first Italian mechanical industry, established in 1840, after the inauguration of the first Napoli - Portici railway. It covers an area of 36,000 square meters, and is the first example of industrial archaeology. Steam locomotives, electric locomotives, carriages, models and models are exposed in the pavilions.
Raccolta d'Arte della Fondazione Pagliara
Naples
The Art Museum of the Pagliara Foundation was founded in 1947, at the behest of Maria Antonietta and Adelaide Pagliara, donating the artistic heritage of his brother Rocco to the Institute Sister Orsola Benincasa. The Museum houses a majestic collection of paintings, prints, porcelain, glass, ceramics, furniture, musical scores. These pieces belong to the period between the 16th and 19th centuries.
Museo Didattico del Mare
Naples
The Museum of the Sea, based in the “Duke of Abruzzi” Nautical Institute of Naples, was founded in 1992, and is the only museum of the sea in Naples. The Museum consists of three rooms, that of ancient ships from the 18th to the 19th Century, the collection of Marine Machines from the '800 and finally the section of radio and radio navigation equipment.
Museo di Anatomia Umana
Naples
The Museum of Human Anatomy in Naples is one of the most important museums in the world, located at the Institute of Human Anatomy. Recently reopened to the public, the museum was established between the end of the eighteenth century and the beginning of the nineteenth century, for educational functions. There is a section of normal anatomy and one of pathological anatomy.
Museo di Anatomia Veterinaria
Naples
The Museum of Veterinary Anatomy was established in 1798, simultaneously with the Veterinary School and in 1815 it was transferred to the convent of Santa Maria degli Angeli alle Croci. The Museum was set up in 1861 and later renovated then in 1907, with the foundation of the Institute of Anatomy. Inside it are exposed anatomical preparations in wax, muscles, skeletons, embalmed animals and pathological finds.
Museo di Etnopreistoria
Naples
The Museum of Ethnoprehistory of Naples was established in 1972, and is located in some rooms of Castel dell'Ovo. Inside there are worked stones and various artifacts in bone, ceramics, terracotta and metal, the collection of which covers all the cultural phases of prehistory.
Museo di Mineralogia
Naples
The Mineralogical Museum houses about 30,000 specimens, some of which are very rare both for their size and for their beauty. Today the Museum is part of the Natural Science Museum Center of Federico II University. It was the first Museum in Italy, founded in 1801 at the behest of Ferdinand IV of Bourbon. Several collections are on display, that of meteorites, large crystals and the Vesuvian collection.
Museo Storico Musicale
Naples
The Historical Musical Museum of Naples is located in the library of the Conservatory of San Pietro a Majella. In the museum are kept ancient and precious instruments such as Stradivari's harpetta, or the splendid strings, the keyboard instruments, among them the precious fortepiano, the harpsichord of Catherine II of Russia, the pianos by Mercadante and Thalberg. Of particular interest is the very rare collection of autograph manuscripts, musical editions of the 16th century and opera librettos belonging to the Library.
Pinacoteca del Pio Monte della Misericordia
Naples
A palace with an adjoining church , where there are precious art collections: the collection of the church of Pio Monte della Misericordia, the works by Francesco De Mura, the legacy of the the family Capece Galeota, descendants of the Tocco.
Palazzo Ruffo di Bagnara
Naples
The Ruffo Palace in Bagnara is an ancient building located in Piazza Dante in Naples. It was built in the 17th century. In the first half of the nineteenth century the palace was restored by Vincenzo Salomone and hosted the literary Basilio Puoti. The façade was decorated in the 16th century style. Inside, there is a neoclassical statue, testimony to the ancient refinement of the palace.
Galleria di Marino
Naples
Galleria Alfonso Artiaco
Naples
Associazione Culturale Napoli Nostra
Naples
Galleria T293
Naples
Since its foundation in 2002, T293 investigates and promotes both national and international emerging artists whose work best expresses the fundamental characteristics of our time, following the firm intention of presenting an original and high standard program.
Finestrella di Marechiaro Calata Ponticello
Naples
La Fenestella was born as a trattoria at the beginning of the century and took its name from a window of the restaurant in which Carolina looked out, made famous by the song “A Marechiaro” by Salvatore Di Giacomo. It is currently a restaurant run by the grandchildren of the founder, Vittorio and Davide Anastasio.
Villa Rosebery
Naples
Villa Rosebery is a monumental complex located in the Posillipo district of Naples. The villa was built as a royal residence. In the scenic area known as the 'lookout', De Thurn had a private residence built, with a chapel and a garden, allocating the rest of the land for agricultural use. Today, it is one of the three official residences of the President of the Italian Republic.
Terme di Agnano
Naples
The Terme di Agnano, are dating back to Greek times, but the ruins that we still find today, are purely Roman. Towards the end of the 19th century, the entire area was reconsidered, reevaluating the ancient sulphurous springs and those of therapeutic waters. In 1911 they were opened to the public. Over the years the structure has undergone various restorations and modifications, which have brought to light archaeological remains of the ancient Roman baths.
Città Della Scienza
Naples
The City of Science is located in the city of Naples. It consists of an interactive science museum, a business incubator and a training center. The interactive science museum was destroyed by a fire on 4 March 2013, but it was reopened the next month with exhibitions in some spaces of the complex. The museum will have to be rebuilt as soon as possible, being one of the most important points of attraction in the city.
Tombe di Virgilio e Leopardi
Naples
The tombs of two great poets is located in Naples. The tombs can be visited inside a park dedicated to the Latin poet. The park was built in 1930 and near the entrance there is a tombstone of 1668 made by Pedro of Aragon where the surrounding landscape is magnificent.
Acquario e Stazione Zoologica Anton Dohrn
Naples
The Anton Dohrn zoological station was founded in 1872 by the homonymous scientist. Today it is a public research body, and it is among the most important in the world in the fields of marine biology. The station contains more than 20,000 samples of marine fauna and a herbarium of the marine flora of the Gulf of Naples. In addition, the aquarium is the oldest in Europe and contains hundreds of species from the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Castel Sant'elmo
Naples
Castel Sant'Elmo is a medieval castle, located on the Vomero hill, in Naples. This building was the first castle by extension of the city. The castle has always been a very coveted possession. From the location of this beautiful castle you can the gulf and the streets that lead to the city. Today the castle is home to various temporary exhibitions, fairs and events.
Largo San Martino
Naples
Largo di San Martino is located in the Palazzo Certosa di San Martino. The building is located at the highest point of the Vomero hill and is currently home to the museum of San Martino. The tour of the museum can be completed by the beautiful terrace from which you can admire the panorama of the entire city.
Certosa di San Martino
Naples
Palazzo Cellamare
Naples
The Palazzo Cellammare in Naples is an ancient noble palace. The palace was erected in the sixteenth century by Giovanni Francesco Carafa, according to the sixteenth-century characteristics. The building has an eighteenth-century façade, while the door is in Baroque style. Inside, you can admire the frescoes of great artists such as Giacomo del Po, Pietro Bardellino, Giacinto Diano and Fedele Fischetti.
Palazzo Cariati
Naples
Palazzo Cariati is a monumental palace in Naples that is located between the Piazzetta Cariati and the Corso Vittorio Emanuele. The palace represents an example of civil architecture of the Neapolitan Renaissance. On the second floor, there are frescoes, majolica floors and tapestries. Today, the “Giovanni Pontano” institute is located in the building.
Trinità degli Spagnoli
Naples
The Church of the Holy Trinity of the Spaniards of Naples, was established in 1573. Thanks to the Trinitarian fathers, it underwent the first renovations and renewals, which were completed in 1788. In addition, the interior was also restored and expanded with decorations. In the French decade, the church was deprived of all its works and furnishings. The only survivor of the depredations was the seventeenth-century painting that portrays the Most Holy Trinity with Our Lady of the Remedy.
Borgo Marinari
Naples
Borgo Marinari is located in the city of Naples. In addition to the castle, there are few dwellings in the village. Today the village has been cleaned up and hosts cultural and tourist events. The marina supports the operation of the nautical circles of the Santa Lucia quay where numerous speedboats, yachts and sailboats are moored.
Palazzo Colonna di Stigliano
Naples
This building is located in the heart of the city of Naples. It was built at the end of the 16th century by Giovanni Zevallos. At the end of the 19th century, the building was purchased by the Banca Commerciale Italiana. The renovation was done by the architect Platania, and since 1898 the building continues to act as a bank office. The building and the original courtyard are built in Art Nouveau style. Of great interest, is the staircase of honor, where the neoclassical decorations of the great painters are located.
Palazzo San Giacomo
Naples
Palazzo San Giacomo in Naples is located in the square in front of Maschio Angioino. The building is the seat of the municipal administration. The decorations of the building are all in neoclassical style, the facade has three entrances and the three floors of the structure have twelve windows. Inside, there are two niches that house the statues of Ruggiero the Norman and Frederick of Swabia.
Galleria Umberto i
Naples
Trinità Dei Pellegrini
Naples
Trinità dei Pellegrini of Naples, is located in the historic center of the city, in via Portamedina. The Church of the Santissima dates back to the sixteenth century and was built at the behest of the Jerosolimito knight Fabrizio Pignatelli of Monteleone. Later it was entrusted to the Brotherhood of the Most Holy Trinity.
Catacombe di San Gauduso
Naples
The catacomb of the African S. Gaudioso, is thought to have arrived in Naples in 439 following the persecution of the Aryan king of the Generic Vandals. The peculiarity is the burial of the skulls of the deceased recessed in the walls of the ambulacrum. The interior of the catacomb has frescoes and mosaics dating from the 5th-6th century and also sculptures belonging to the time of the construction of the basilica.
Catacombe di San Gennaro
Naples
Italy is well known in tunnels on extensive scale, ambulatories of the highest order, and gratifying chapels and cubicles. The best of all these are located at The Catacombs of San Gennaro. The point has underground Christian sites for burial ceremonies. The place is open from Monday to Saturday staring from 10.00 to 17.00 hours while people may access the services on Sundays from 10.00 to 13.00 p.m.
Palazzo Sanfelice
Naples
Palazzo Sanfelice is a monumental palace located in the city of Naples. The palace was built between 1724 and 1726, by the architect Ferdinando Sanfelice. The building consists of two distinct parts, unified by the facade. In the 18th century, the main floor was decorated with frescoes by Francesco Solimena, while the private Chapel had four statues coming from the school of Giuseppe Sanmartino, works that are not found today more.
Palazzo dello Spagnolo
Naples
The Spanish Palace is a monumental palace in Naples. The palace was designed and built, in 1738, by Ferdinando Sanfelice for the Marquis of Poppano. The architecture of the palace is in Neapolitan Baroque style. Of great interest is the open staircase to the courtyard that presents the typical element of Rococo.
Palazzo Spinelli di Laurino
Naples
The Palazzo Spinelli in Laurino in Naples, was built in the fifteenth century, and restored and decorated in the middle of the 18th century, by Trojano Spinelli. The most particular part of the building is the elliptical courtyard, adorned with statues of a very special charm. Unfortunately, today the facility is in a state of degradation and needs a new renovation.
Porta San Gennaro
Naples
The Porta San Gennaro is the oldest gate in the city of Naples, already mentioned in documents dated to the year 928, when the fear of the Saracens was widespread. The Gate took the name of San Gennaro, as from there started the only road that led to the catacombs of the saint.
Scavi San Lorenzo Maggiore
Naples
The archaeological excavations began in the eighties, and ended in May 2009. The ancient structure had in the center a newsstand with columns that are supposed to host a fountain. The stratification of the excavations, allowed the knowledge of the various historical phases of the city. The area has been open to the public since 1993.
Palazzo Arcivescovile
Naples
The Archbishop's Palace is located in the city of Naples. It was built at the end of the 13th century, for the will of Cardinal Enrico Minutolo. On the central portal there is a marble statue with a blessing San Gennaro. The decorations of the rooms are the work of Lanfranc. In recent years, the palace has been restored and a number of paintings have been arranged from closed churches.
Complesso Archeolog.Vico Carminiello
Naples
The archaeological site of Carminiello ai Mannesi is located inside the ancient center of Naples. The archaeological complex was unearthed by the bombings of 1943. It is a large complex of about 700 square meters, and occupied the surface of an entire block. It was created as a large private domus in the Republican age, and at the end of the first century AD, it was converted into a spa complex.
Castel Capuano
Naples
The purpose of the construction of the Capuano Castle, built in the twelfth century, was to defend the Capuana Gate from which it also takes its name. Given its distant origins, the Castle would be the second oldest castle in the city of Naples. It is a robust and fortified structure, used as a residence for the Norman rulers. The castle has changed its physiognomy thanks to the numerous renovations over the centuries.
Porta Capuana
Naples
The Capuana Gate is one of the oldest gates of the city of Naples, sheltering the Capuano castle. The Gate was built in 1484, and was one of the important communication crossroads. The Gate is a part of the fortification work wanted by the Aragonese monarch, of which only the door has remained still preserved today.
Porta Nolana
Naples
The Porta Nolana in Naples is one of the oldest gates located in Piazza Nolana and is annexed between two towers of piperno, the Tower of Faith and Tower of Hope. The door was built in the fifteenth century by Giuliano da Maiano to replace that of Forcella near the Basilica dell'Annunziata. The structure of the Door is in Renaissance style.
Arco di Trionfo di Alfonso d'Aragona
Naples
The triumphal arch of Alfonso of Aragon, is located at the entrance of the Castel Nuovo of Naples, and was built at the behest of Alfonso of Aragon as a symbol for conquering the Kingdom of Naples in 1443. The construction of the triumphal arch took place in two phases, from 1452 to 1458 and from 1465 to 1471. It is a symbol of Naples's contribution to the Italian Renaissance in the field of sculpture.
Palazzo Penne
Naples
The date of construction of the Palace, by Antonio de Penna, is reported by the epigraph located on the portal and is that of 1406. The structure was built on three floors and is a set of Catalan and Tuscan characteristics. Over the centuries, the palace has passed into the hands of several noble owners.
Palazzo Diomede Carafa
Naples
The Palazzo Diomede Carafa was founded in the 15th century, and is one of the most interesting fifteenth-century buildings in Naples. The palace has a weave of Florentine Renaissance forms and Gothic taste of the local tradition. Carafa was a collector of works of art, especially sculpture.
Palazzo Como
Naples
Palazzo Como was built in 400. At its origins, the palace in 1292, was owned by the vicar of Charles II of Anjou, Riccardo Como d'Albignano. In 1454 it was enlarged by Giovanni and Fabio Como. Next to the building, a garden was purchased and the Aragonese coat of arms was added by the Como, for gratitude and recognition. Today it is home to the Gaetano Filangieri Civic Museum. Inside there are paintings, sculptures, relevant collections of art and, moreover, weapons, majolica, porcelain, books, archival documents.
Galleria Lia Rumma
Naples
Galleria Riccardo
Naples
Galleria Scognamiglio
Naples
Proteus Azienda Speciale Camera Di Commercio
Naples
Museo Civico di Castel Nuovo
Naples
The castle was built in Gothic style by French architects in the years 1279 -1282. It has a rich museum hall, which houses sacred vessels and precious works of art. Of particular interest is the Palatine Chapel.
Antro della Sibilla
Pozzuoli
(17 Km)
The Antro della Sibyl was discovered in 1932 and is located at the archaeological park of Cuma. It is said that the prophetess of the god Apollo received her faithful and Vatican in the name of the god Apollo. The tunnel excavated in the tufa rock connects the Acropolis to the southern hill. The gallery has a length of 131m, height 5m and width 2.4 m.
Tempio di Serapide
Pozzuoli
(11 Km)
The Temple of Serapis in Pozzuoli is one of the most famous monuments in the entire ancient world. Also known as the Macellum of Pozzuoli, that is, the public market of the Roman city. The Monument is special and on several columns we can find traces of molluscs because, for a certain period of time, it was found below sea level.
Necropoli Romana
Pozzuoli
(11 Km)
It is a very important monument for the large number of tombs. The buildings were built in the ancient gates of Pozzuoli at different ages and from ancient times they have been transformed into Christian cemeteries. Some of these buildings today are used as cellars or olive trees for sheep and goats. The presence of the numerous semicircular cavities is explained by the fact that the pagans used cremation for the dead. Some tombs still have the interior decoration intact, but almost all the tombs over time have been tampered with or subject to theft.
Tempio di Nettuno
Pozzuoli
(11 Km)
The temple built between the 1st and 2nd century AD was used until the fourth century. The construction has undergone several restorations. Currently, the property has a decent state of conservation. Of the classic scheme of succession calidarium-tepidarium-frigidarium, now only the frigidarium with the remains of the original environments is visible.
Santuario di San Gennaro
Pozzuoli
(10 Km)
The Sanctuary of San Gennaro was built between 1574 until 1580 and is one of the most important monuments. Over time, the building has been restored. The structure consists of two Tuscan columns. We also find the bust of San Gennaro. A legend is also linked to the bust.
Villa Campolieto
Ercolano
(10 Km)
Scavi di Ercolano
Ercolano
(9 Km)
Acropoli di Cuma
Pozzuoli
(17 Km)
Cuma or 'Kyme' for the Greeks, is the oldest colony of Magna Grecia and the West, established in the 8th century BC. It lost its power in 1207 with the invasion of the Neapolitans. The Acropolis of Cuma is formed by eruptive rocks and fortification walls, and the 'Temple of Apollo, 'which is located on the lower terrace. On the upper one, instead, is the “Temple of Jupiter”. According to Virgil, it was mythical seat of the priestess Apollo.
Parco archeologico romano Rione Terra
Pozzuoli
(12 Km)
The archaeological area was an ancient area inhabited in the second century BC. It is a question of retracing the whole history of the evolution of Pozzuoli, as physical testimonies within the Terra Ward create a link of history from the first Roman and Greek colonizations, up to modernity. Over the years he suffered a lot of damage. It is still in the process of restoration.
Anfiteatro Flavio
Pozzuoli
(11 Km)
The Amphitheater was built in the first century AD by the architects themselves of the famous Colosseum. Its size is large (149 x 116 m) and its complex structure included a porch, three arches, the arena, the cavea and the basement. It is one of the most important archaeological evidence of the area that tells a lot about the history of Pozzuoli. The monument is available to all interested parties.
Casa del Bicentenario
Ercolano
(9 Km)
This house excavation was finished in 1938 two hundred years after the official digging had started hence named bicentenary. This house is decorated with frescoes and a cross that probably could be the oldest artifact testifying Christianity in Roman Empire.
Casa Sannitica
Ercolano
(9 Km)
This house has an arrangement that was distinctive of the Samnites, an ancient community that lived in this mountainous part. The remains of the casa Sannitica has its rooms decorated with frescoes with this impressive atrium that is kilted by gallery with lonic columns
Casa dei Cervi
Ercolano
(9 Km)
This is a rich patrician mansion which probably is one of the most beautiful houses overlooking the Bay. The house is well decorated with numerous frescoes and artworks including a marvelous sculptured group of stags being attacked by dogs.
Pistrinum
Ercolano
(9 Km)
An inscription on this building states that the bakery belonged to one Sextus Patulus Felix. A large oven and mills can be seen at the backyard of the baker’s.
Teatro
Ercolano
(9 Km)
The theatre which is placed at the edge of the archeological site is believed to have been accommodating an approximated two thousand spectator.
Casa a Graticcio
Ercolano
(9 Km)
This house derives its name from the wooden trellis which formed the graticcio (framework) of its walls. This house is the only antique example of this technique of construction.
Casa del Mosaico di Nettuno e Anfitrite
Ercolano
(9 Km)
This is another archeological site of a house equipped with a shop having its counter facing to the street. The nymphaeum is decorated by mosaics that depict Amphitrite and Neptune.