Castel dell'Ovo
A medieval castle on a small island by the seafront, one of the symbols of the Bay of Naples.
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Naples: airports, things to do and where to stay
Naples is the great city of southern Italy, at the foot of Vesuvius, with a World Heritage historic centre, the birthplace of pizza and a chaotic, vibrant atmosphere.
Naples airports
From the airport to central Naples
Napoli Capodichino airport is about 4 km from central Naples.
Alibus
A bus linking the airport with Napoli Centrale station and the port (Molo Beverello). About 20-30 min to the city centre.
Curreri Viaggi
Direct buses from the airport to Sorrento and the Sorrento peninsula, handy for reaching the coast without going through Naples.
Taxi
Official rank outside arrivals, with fixed fares to the main central areas. About 20 min to the city centre.
Naples
Things to do in Naples
Galleria Umberto I
A 19th-century shopping gallery with a great iron-and-glass dome, next to the San Carlo theatre.
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Piazza del Plebiscito
The great semicircular square in front of the Royal Palace, with Vesuvius in the distance.
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Spaccanapoli
The straight street cutting through the historic centre, full of workshops, churches, shops and neighbourhood life.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Naples?
Naples is served by Napoli Capodichino (NAP).
How far is the airport from central Naples?
Napoli Capodichino airport is about 4 km from central Naples.
How do I get from the airport to central Naples?
From Napoli Capodichino airport you can take Alibus (bus), Curreri Viaggi (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Naples?
Highlights of Naples include Castel dell'Ovo, Galleria Umberto I, Piazza del Plebiscito, and Spaccanapoli.
Photo credits
- Castel dell'Ovo: PaestumPaestum, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Galleria Umberto I: Marco Ober, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Piazza del Plebiscito: Roma1314, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Spaccanapoli: TatsuoTabei, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons