Historical Center Travel Guide
Naples
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Popular places to visit
Port of Naples
Explore the waterfront in Naples with a trip to Port of Naples. Take in the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Molo Beverello Port
Explore the waterfront in Naples with a trip to Molo Beverello Port. Take in the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Via Toledo
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Via Toledo, a favourite shopping spot in Naples. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Piazza del Plebiscito
You can learn about the history of Naples with a stop at Piazza del Plebiscito. Take in the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Castel dell'Ovo
This coastal stone castle in the old fishing village of Borgo del Marini offers panoramic views towards central Naples and Mount Vesuvius.
Spaccanapoli
You can learn about the history of Naples with a stop at Spaccanapoli. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Naples Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Naples: San Gaudioso Catacombs Guided Tour
From Herculaneum: Guided walking Tour and Skip the line Tickets
Campania: Artecard 3 - 7 Day or Gold/Lite 365 City Pass
Herculaneum Archaeological Park smart Audio Tour
Naples from Above: Castel Sant’Elmo Ticket & Audio Guide
Top hotels in Historical Center
Royal Continental Hotel Naples
Room was clean but bath/shower dated so was not the safest. Pipes gurgled when using sink or shower. Staff cracked a smile from time to time but were professional. Breakfast was unfortunately on the 2 mornings we had it cold. Coffee was luke warm both days
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
UNA Hotels Napoli
Buona posizione vicino alla Stazione Centrale, buffet colazione ottima con personale cordiale e professionale. Pulizia camera buona.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Grand Hotel Vesuvio
Beautiful hotel - old charm and very grand! They have lovely sitting room and furniture all through that is beautiful. Service was fabulous all around and they even accommodated a last minute New Year’s Eve reservation for us. The breakfast is incredible- fresh baked options are so delicious, and ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
NH Napoli Panorama
A bit run down. Otherwise, everything else was great.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Eurostars Hotel Excelsior
Unbeatable views
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Albergo Palazzo Decumani
Rooms very clean, staff lovely, breakfast was good too. Location central
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historical Center
Quartieri Spagnoli
Waterfront views and coffee shops are highlights of Quartieri Spagnoli. Make a stop by Via Toledo or Via Roma while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Toledo Station to get around town.
Montecalvario
If you're spending some time in Montecalvario, Via Toledo and Pignasecca Market are top sights worth seeing.
Porto
While you're in Porto, take in top sights like Port of Naples or Terminal Traghetti, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Università Station or Via Marina - Porta di Massa Tram Stop.
San Ferdinando
If you're spending time in San Ferdinando, check out sights like Molo Beverello Port or Via Toledo and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chiaia - Monte di Dio Station or Municipio Station.
Santa Lucia
While Santa Lucia isn't home to many top sights, Port of Naples and Molo Beverello Port are some notable places to visit nearby.
Vittorio Emanuele
Visitors often come to Vittorio Emanuele for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Spaccanapoli and University Suor Orsola Benincasa. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Corso Vittorio Emanuele Station.
