City of Legends and Birthplace of Pizza
Travel
Trenitalia train from Salerno station, located in the city's center Piazza Vittorio Veneto for the 40 mins journey to Napoli Centrale. We took the train off-peak after 9.30am - to avoid morning rush and also cheaper fare. € 5.10 p/p
Travel Card for Campania
At Napoli Centrale we purchased the 3-day Campania Artecard that allowed unlimited travel on public transportation in the Campania region of Italy, including Naples, Sorrento, and Pompeii. The card can also be used to access certain attractions, such as museums and archaeological sites, at a discounted price.
€32 – 3 days for adults
The 3-day Campania Arte Card gives free admission to the first two sites visited and then up to 50% discount on further sites for the three-day card. We used it for Pompeii and Herculaneum for free admissions.
Accommodation
Apartment not far from train station and city center. It is not listed anymore, so cannot provide any more details. We stayed 4 nights.
Eat
Pizzeria Pellone - Best pizza we have ever had and so so cheap. Freshly baked in minutes in stone oven. Also try the aubergine fried in batter they sell outside, so tasty.
Ieri, Oggi, Domani Trattoria - We stumbled on this restaurant while walking around for a place to eat on a Sunday and they were just preparing to open for the evening. We went in and the staff welcomed us. The menu is in Italian but the lady was very happy to translate for us. During our 4-day stay, we eventually dined there twice. The food was delicious, especially the seafood, fresh, tasty and affordable. The owner and the staff are very friendly. The Sophia Loren decor and old movies made it an authentic Italian atmosphere. Well worth it, at least once.
What to see
1. The National Archaeological Museum of Naples: This museum is home to an extensive collection of ancient Roman artifacts, including mosaics, sculptures, and frescoes.
€ 22.00 p/p
Click here for tickets -> https://mann-napoli.it/en/timetables-and-fares/
2. The Royal Palace of Naples: This palace, which was built in the 17th century for the Bourbon kings of Naples, is now a museum that showcases the city's history and art.
€ 10.00 p/p
Click here for tickets -> https://www.coopculture.it/en/products/ticket-for-the-royal-palace-of-naples/
3. Castel dell'Ovo: This medieval castle is located on a small island in the Bay of Naples and offers great views of the city.
Free Entrance
4. The Duomo di Napoli: This cathedral, also known as the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, is a stunning example of Italian Baroque architecture and houses the relics of Naples' patron saint, Saint Januarius.
Free Entrance
5. Spaccanapoli: This narrow street runs through the heart of Naples' historic center and is lined with shops, restaurants, and historic buildings.
6. Piazza del Plebiscito: This large public square is surrounded by some of Naples' most important buildings, including the Royal Palace, the Church of San Francesco di Paola, and the Teatro di San Carlo.
7. The Catacombs of San Gennaro: These ancient underground burial chambers are home to some of the oldest Christian frescoes in the world.
€11.00 p/p
Click here for tickets - > https://catacombedinapoli.it/en/luoghi/catacombs-of-san-gennaro-naples/
8. Street Food: Naples is famous for its street food, including pizza, sfogliatelle (a type of pastry), and espresso. Be sure to sample some of the local delicacies while you're there!
One of the best places to see Mount Vesuvius from Naples is from the seafront promenade known as Lungomare. From here, you can enjoy panoramic views of the bay of Naples and the surrounding landscape, including Mount Vesuvius.
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