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The Soul of Italy
Naples

Forget all you've ever heard of Naples and prepare yourself to enjoy one of Europe's most vibrant cities that is also the gateway to some of the continent's most beautiful scenery. Looking at the Amalfi Coast or the island of Capri is like seeing a beautiful painting come alive, and is the perfect complement to a stay in the frenetic city of Naples or a visit to the fascinating ruins of Pompeii.

Soak up the atmosphere at any of these places, admiring the spectacular cliffside villages, the deep blue sea, or the majesty of the Vesuvius volcano. Have a pizza where it was born, and experience some of Italy's finest hotels and restaurants.

It is not the fairytale that is Venice, the cosmopolitan center that is Milan, or the museum city that is Rome, but Naples and its surroundings are the very soul of Italy and the perfect escape that provides both urban excitement and sophisticated seclusion.

Amalfi Coast outside Naples


Top 10

  1. One of the world's richest archaeological collections in the NATIONAL ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM.
  2. A daytrip to Pompeii.
  3. A drive around the AMALFI COAST.
  4. A trip to Capri.
  5. The landmark CASTEL NUOVO.
  6. The grand PALAZZO REALE.
  7. Capodimente's outstanding art collection.
  8. The DUOMO, the city's cathedral.
  9. The art and cloisters of CERTOSA DI SAN MARTINO.
  10. PAESTUM's Greek temples.






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DESIGN HOTELS:
Hotel Romeo offers Naples' most stylish accommodation, but with a location by the city's main shopping street, MH Design Hotel is a good, more affordable alternative. Other contemporary interiors are found in UNA Hotel Napoli facing the city's main square, and you can see all the Design Hotels in Naples HERE>>

BOUTIQUE HOTELS:
Palazzo Decumani is a 19th century palace transformed into an elegant hotel just steps away from the city's main attractions, while Relais Posillipo brings comfort to a calmer district of Naples. Get to know these Boutique Hotels in Naples HERE>>

CHARM HOTELS:
Decumani Hotel de Charme is housed in a beautifully restored building, while Art Resort Galleria Umberto is found in the city's beautiful shopping arcade. Get more details about these Charm Hotels in Naples HERE>>

ROOMS WITH VIEWS:
Get wonderful city views from San Francesco Al Monte Hotel, or if you're staying in the Amalfi Coast and want to wake up to its breathtaking views, choose Villa Rosa in Positano or Villa Lara in Amalfi. Read more about these and other Hotels with Views in Naples HERE>>

LUXURY HOTELS:
Hotel Excelsior looks out towards the bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius, while those wishing to indulge in the sophistication of Capri should consider the JW Marriott Capri Tiberio Palace Resort & Spa. Know all of the Luxury Hotels in Naples HERE>>

CHEAP HOSTELS:
Independent travelers enjoy the colorful Hostel of the Sun and the Hostel Bella Capri by the waterfront. These are just two budget options in the city, but there are more Cheap Hostels in Naples HERE>>

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Hotels & Hostels
Naples', Capri's, and the Amalfi Coast's best design, boutique, charm, and luxury hotels, as well as cheap hostels with easy online booking at special rates. All of the best, special, and hip places to stay are HERE (Naples Hotels & Hostels Guide)>>

Sights & Activities
The city's must-see landmarks, art and ancient sites, street life, trips to Capri or Amalfi Coast, and tours -- it's all HERE (Naples Sightseeing Guide)>>

Cafés & Restaurants
The city where pizza was invented has some of the most authentic Italian food in the country. Drive down the Amalfi Coast or take the ferry to Capri and you'll also sample some of Italy's best and freshest seafood. We have all the places you should look for HERE (Naples Restaurants Guide)>>

Bars & Clubs
Don't expect too many exciting bars or clubs in Naples and surroundings. With only a couple of exceptions, there aren't any must look-for hotspots, and instead a night out in the city is for cheap drinks and people-watching in the piazzas. We tell you exactly where to go HERE (Naples Nightlife Guide)>>

Body & Soul
Pretty much everyone who visits Naples has an escape to the Amalfi Coast or Capri in mind as well. Not only do they find some of the most beautiful scenery in Europe, but they'll also feel seduced into the ultimate relaxation of the mind and body. To fulfill that need, here are the places to go in both Naples and its nearby escapes:
NAPLES: The Day Light Center at the Grand Hotel Parker's - Escape the noise of Naples at this 320m2 space dedicated to giving you an energizing boost. Spoil yourself with a massage, a facial, or the very appealing chocotherapy or winetherapy where chocolate or wine are used to tone and rejuvenate you.
CAPRI: Tiberio Palace Spa - Capri - Escape the chaotic pace of Naples to the island of Capri and indulge at this spa that offers a sauna, solarium, massages, and a Turkish bath.
SORRENTO: Spa Bellavista Francischiello - When in Sorrento take advantage of this mind and body escape with a relaxing massage, Turkish bath, or a wide range of treatments to expand your energy.

Shopping
Naples is not the shopping paradise that is Milan and doesn't have as many exciting shops as Rome or Florence, but there are some wonderful surprises, from the world's finest ties, to Capri's perfumes. The places for you to place on your shopping list are HERE (Naples Shopping Guide)>>

Gay & Lesbian
Naples is still a city in the closet, although it does have a couple of gay hotspots for you to check out. Start in Piazza Bellini and find out where else to go, or take a look at our recommendations HERE (Naples Gay Guide)>>

Getting Around
How to go from the airport to the center of the city and back, how to get around using public transportation, how to get to Capri and Amalfi Coast, and city map HERE (Naples Airport & Transportation Guide)>>