Photo: Vyacheslav Argenberg, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Naples, Italy
A loud, dense, unpolished port city, and the practical gateway to Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast, and Capri.
Naples runs on a rawer energy than most Italian cities — narrow, laundry-strung streets, a working harbor beneath Vesuvius, and the birthplace of pizza — and rewards visitors who accept its chaos rather than resist it. It's also the main transport hub for Pompeii, Herculaneum, and the Amalfi Coast, all within day-trip range.
Best time to visit
April–June and September–October avoid the harshest summer heat and the peak coastal crowds along the Amalfi Coast.
Top attractions
- •The historic center (Centro Storico), a UNESCO World Heritage old town
- •Naples' National Archaeological Museum, home to many of Pompeii's finds
- •A day trip to the ruins of Pompeii or Herculaneum, both under an hour away
- •The Naples waterfront and Castel dell'Ovo
- •A ferry to Capri or along the Amalfi Coast
Practical tips
- •The Alibus shuttle bus connects Capodichino Airport (NAP) to Naples Centrale station and the city center in about 20–30 minutes.
- •Keep valuables close and be mindful of pickpocketing in crowded areas, particularly around the station and busy markets.
- •Pompeii, Herculaneum, and the Amalfi Coast are all reachable by local train or ferry — plan the connection in advance if fitting one in as a day trip.
Frequently asked questions
What airport serves Naples?
Naples's main airport is Napoli / Capodichino International Airport (NAP).
When is the best time to visit Naples?
April–June and September–October avoid the harshest summer heat and the peak coastal crowds along the Amalfi Coast.
Is Naples a good place to meet someone flying from a different city?
A loud, dense, unpolished port city, and the practical gateway to Pompeii, the Amalfi Coast, and Capri.
Meeting someone in Naples?
Compare real arrival times from two origins and find the airport where you’ll land closest together.
Find a meeting city