Holidays in Naples, Campania
Historic Naples (Napoli or Napule) is the capital of the Campania region in southern Italy located between the volcanic areas of Mount Vesuvius and the Phlegraean Fields, on the Gulf of Naples part of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
The birth place of the pizza, Naples is a fascinating city with a strong history and culture. The centre of Naples has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site with the architecture from the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque periods. There are nearly 450 churches in Naples, and if you head to the Piazza del Plebiscito, you will find the stunning Royal Palace and church of San Francesco di Paola. Castel Nuovo and Castel dell’Ovo are mandatory visits in Naples, and with an endless choice of museums including the Naples National Archaeological Museum which houses the Pompeii ruins, there is never a dull moment in Naples on the Neapolitan Riviera.
There is an extensive choice of art galleries in Naples and a visit to the city is not complete without viewing the amazing works of Raphael, Titian, Caravaggio and El Greco in the Museo di Capodimonte.
Explore Campania
From Naples hydrofoils and ferries can be taken to the nearby Italian islands of Capri and Ischia, as well as trips along the Amalfi Coast and to Sorrento.
Beaches in the area around Naples
Whilst there are a couple of beaches in Naples, most visitors to the city travel to other beaches and lidos nearby. Sorrento is a lovely location with a steep walk or lift down to the beach at Marina Piccolo.
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