You just can’t miss out on doing the following things if you are in Naples.
The birthplace of one of the most famous dishes in the world, Naples has much to offer than only delicious pizzas. Located on the Western Coast of Southern Italy, facing the Tyrrhenian Sea, Naples is the third-largest city in Italy after Rome and Milan. The city is the perfect blend of nature and history. From historical sites dating back to the 2nd Millenium BC to the beautiful coats and hilltops, Naples presents the best of both worlds. Whether you are on a leisure trip or adventure, Naples will never disappoint you.
Here are some of the things that are a must-try when you are in Naples:
Explore the Food Scene
Coming to Naples and not trying out its pizza is a crime. The pioneer of the Pizzas, Naples serves some of the best authentic and delicious Italian food in the world. From Sfogliatelle to Friarelli to fresh Mozzarella cheese, Naples is heaven when it comes to food.
Trek Mount Vesuvius
Naples is also home to a Stratovolcano, Mount Vesuvius is known for the destruction and burial of Pompeii and Herculaneum in 79 AD. It is an essay to moderate trek and takes 20-30 minutes to reach the top of the mountain. The views from the top on a sunny day are simply beautiful and the caldera and crater are also amazing.
Explore the streets of Santa Lucia
If you want to experience the daily life of Naples, Santa Lucia is the place for you. Located to the west of the Piazza del Plebiscito, this district features a myriad of narrow cobbled streets that wind right down to the ocean and offer an array of craft shops, restaurants, cafes and shops.
Visit the ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum
Both Pompeii and Herculaneum are two famous cities of the Roman empires that were devastated by the eruption of the volcano in 79 AD. Herculaneum is in better condition than Pompeii and still has quite a number of its wooden structures, frames and roofing intact.
Take a boat ride to Capri Island
Capri Island is a 2-hour boat ride from Naples. Capri has many things within it, including dramatic scenery, a rugged coastline with beautiful caves and its quaint and charming Italian villages.
Visit Castel dell’Ovo
Castel Dell’Ovo is one of the stunning places in the Naples harbour, it's a sea-bound castle that is now connected to the mainland and is accessible by a footpath and road. The Castel Dell'Ovo was constructed in the early 6th century BC and is one of the prominent historical structures in Naples.
