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.
Via Toledo
During your trip to Naples, you can do some window-shopping at Via Toledo. 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.
Galleria Umberto I
Find cafés, fashion boutiques and one of the finest interiors in the country at this late 19th-century shopping arcade.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Naples Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Herculaneum: Skip-the-Line Entry Ticket with Audio Guide
Naples: San Gaudioso Catacombs Guided Tour
Naples: S. Lorenzo Maggiore & Neapolis Sotterrata Ticket
Naples Underground Official Skip-the-line Ticket
Herculaneum Archaeological Park smart Audio Tour
Top hotels in Historical Center
Royal Continental Hotel Naples
The rooms were clean and well maintained. The staff were helpful and professional.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
UNA Hotels Napoli
“The hotel was clean, modern, and beautifully updated—I especially loved the bathtub! The room had an electric kettle with plenty of tea and coffee, which was a nice touch. The reception staff were very friendly, welcoming, and always ready to help. Although the surrounding area isn’t the nicest, ...
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Eurostars Hotel Excelsior
Lovely rooms overlooking the sea. Excellent restaurants and staff. Wanted to stay longer.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Smart Hotel Napoli
Very clean, very quiet and modern and roomy.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
NH Napoli Panorama
Good location. Beautiful ocean view. Excellent front desk service. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Palazzo Salgar
Giod hotel and location
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
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, Pignasecca Market and Via Roma are top sights worth seeing.
Porto
While you're in Porto, take in top sights like Port of Naples or Monastery of St. Clare, 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 Piazza del Plebiscito or Via Chiaia and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chiaia - Monte di Dio Station or Municipio Station.
Decumani
While you're in Decumani, take in top sights like Via San Gregorio Armeno and jump on the metro at Dante Station to see more of the city.
Santa Lucia
While Santa Lucia isn't home to many top sights, Port of Naples and Piazza del Plebiscito are some notable places to visit nearby.
