Naples, Italy - Travel Guide

By MupDay - the planner that does the research for you.

Updated: 2026-06-23

Naples is a vibrant and bustling city, rich in history, art, and culture, known for its original pizza and breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. Come experience authentic Italian life, wander through ancient alleys, and savor the exquisite local cuisine.

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Top things to do in Naples

The must-see places in Naples include Naples National Archaeological Museum, San Gregorio Armeno, Mount Vesuvius, Via San Gregorio Armeno, Spaccanapoli and more. Here is the full list, with a short note on each:

A sample 3-day itinerary for Naples

Here is what 3 days in Naples look like when the planner builds them: stops grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, one full day at a time. The same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1

  1. Galleria Borbonica
  2. Museo del Corallo Ascione
  3. Teatro di San Carlo · San Ferdinando
  4. Royal Palace of Naples · San Ferdinando
  5. Piazza del Plebiscito · San Ferdinando
  6. Castel dell'Ovo · Lungomare
  7. Via Caracciolo
  8. Quartieri Spagnoli · Quartieri Spagnoli

Day 2

  1. Naples National Archaeological Museum · Centro Storico
  2. Museo di Capodimonte · Capodimonte
  3. Via Toledo · Quartieri Spagnoli
  4. Castel Sant'Elmo
  5. Certosa di San Martino

Day 3

  1. Spaccanapoli · Centro Storico
  2. Gesu Nuovo Church
  3. Piazza San Domenico Maggiore · Centro Storico
  4. Sansevero Chapel Museum · Centro Storico
  5. San Lorenzo Maggiore · Centro Storico
  6. San Gregorio Armeno
  7. Museo del Tesoro di San Gennaro · Centro Storico

This is an example. The planner builds a different route for your dates, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the must-see places in Naples?

Naples National Archaeological Museum, San Gregorio Armeno, Mount Vesuvius, Via San Gregorio Armeno, Spaccanapoli, Via Toledo

When is the best time to visit Naples?

Any season works - MupDay plans around opening hours and the weather, and rebuilds your days as you add or remove places.

How many days do you need in Naples?

Most travellers spend between two and five days in Naples. MupDay builds a full itinerary for whatever length you pick - two days, three, four or a week - splitting the places across the days by proximity and opening hours, so each day stands on its own.

How do I plan an itinerary for Naples?

Pick places in MupDay and it auto-builds a day-by-day route with no zig-zag, weather-aware.

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