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For other places with the same name, see Naples (disambiguation).

Naples [1] is the capital of the Campania region in Italy.

Contents 1 Understand 2 Get in 2.1 By plane 2.2 By train 3 Get around 3.1 By taxi 3.2 By train/subway 3.3 By bus 3.4 By ferry/hydrofoil 4 See 5 Do 6 Learn 7 Work 8 Buy 9 Eat 10 Drink 11 Sleep 11.1 Budget 11.2 Mid-range 11.3 Splurge 12 Contact 13 Stay safe 14 Cope 15 Get Out 15.1 Gulf of Naples

Understand

Get in

By plane

The International Airport is Capodichino (code NAP). It's well organized and connected to the Center of the City with public transportation.

• Naples International Airport - official site.

From the airport you can take a bus for 3 euros (called Alibus) to Stazione Centrale. It also stops on Piazza Municipio near the ferry port. You can buy your ticket on the bus.

By train

The main station is Piazza Garibaldi Station.

• Napoli Central Station - official site.

Get around

There are several ways to see Naples and the surrounding area. These include by taxi, train/subway, bus, boat (ferry and hydrofoil) and car.

By taxi

Taxis are the quickest way to see Naples, but is also the most expensive. Before getting into a taxi make sure it is licensed. Licensed taxis will have a city crest on the door and a taxi number. Also, make sure it has a meter.

By train/subway

There are four different trains and/or subway services that operate in Naples and the surrounding areas. They are listed here:

• Circumvesuviana. The Circumvesuviana railline operates out of the basement of the main train station at Piazza Garibaldi and has different routes that service the local Naples area. One route goes from the train station to Sorrento with several stops in between, including Pompei Scavi and Ercolano. A second route travels around Vesusvis. Other routes go to Acerra and Nola-Baiano. The Circumvesuviana website has more information on timings, routes and cost of tickets.

• Cumana. This is railline that operates from Montesanto in Naples and follows the coastline for approximately 20 km before ending in Torregaveta (Bacoli). The Cumana runs the urban centres of Montesanto, Fuorigrotta, Bagnoli, Pozzuoli, Arco Felice, Baia, Fusaro before reaching Torregaveta.

• Circumflegra. This is railline also starts in Montesanto and ends in Torregaveta. However, it runs along the western edge of Naples through the districts Soccavo, Pianurat, Quarto Flegreo, Licola and Cuma. It also approximately seven kilometres alonger than the Cumana. because the Cumana and Circumflegra start and end in the same places one can quickly transfer from one train to the other. Both services are owned and operated by the same company and more information can be found at the S.E.P.S.A website.

By bus

By ferry/hydrofoil

There are several ferry/hydrofoil services that connect Naples and local ports/islands. Ferry and hydrofoil services leave from either Molo Beverello, Mergellina or Pozzuoli. Some then of them are listed here:

• Metro di Mare has several lines that connect Naples and Sapri; Bacoli and Salerno and Sorrento; Monti di Procida and Salerno; and, Amalfi and Sapri. Besides the main stops the ferry service also connects many smaller communities. The Metro di Mare webpage has schedules, timetables and location of ticket counters.

• L.N.G. has a hydrofoil service that connects Naples with the island of Capri, along with Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi. Schedules and timings can be found on its website.

• AliLauro has a hydrofoil service that connects Naples with the islands of Ponza, Ventotene, Prochida, Ischia, Capri and Eolie, and the towns of Formia, Castellamare, Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi and Salerno. Alilauro operates from both the Molo Beverello and Mergelina.

• L.N.P. operates both hydrofoil and boats lines. It connects Naples with Sorrento and has other lines connecting Capri, Sorrento, Castellamare, Salerno, AMalfi and Positano. Schedule and timings can be downloaded from the L.N.P. website.

See

• Castel dell'ovo
• Castel Nuovo(Maschio Angioino)
• Museo Capodimonte
• Museo Archeologico Nazionale - Naples Archeological Museum houses many of the treasures and decorative elements excavated from Pompeii and Ercolano. E9.00 for admission. Guidebook in English must be purchased from the gift shop because the item descriptions are in Italian only.
• View of Mergellina (from via Orazio or via Petrarca)
• Castel S. Elmo - Certosa di San Martino
• Parco Virgiliano
• Piazza del Gesù and Piazza S.Domenico
• Napoli Sotterranea

Do

Observe and absorb, the character and culture of Napoli is immense, the dirt and grime has more flavour than I've experienced in any other city. This is the Italian recipe for reality and it is great fun.

Learn

Work

Buy

Eat

Pizza comes from Naples. Look for pizza margherita, the original one, with tomato, basil and fresh mozzarella toppings. Eating a pizza in Florence or in Rome is not the same as eating it in Naples! In Naples every pizzeria makes a good pizza, but if you want to eat pizza where the real Napolitans go, go to Da Michele (Via Cesare Sersale, 1-3) or Trianon a Forcella (Via P. Colletta 46, it's just in front of Michele). These pizzerias make the authentic pizza, but be careful because they are located near Forcella which is not the safest part of Naples. So don't wear your Rolex when you go there!!! In particular, Michele has a unique feature: they only do pizza Margherita or Marinara (just tomato, garlic and oregano, and a splash of oil, of course!). They say that these two kinds are the original pizza, if you add too much toppings you'll loose the real taste of the pizza, that is very simple, made only of a good, thin base, good tomato, and fresh mozzarella (if this is the case). Some others places very popular among the Neapolitans are almost all the pizzerie in Vie de' Tribunaly: in particular Di Matteo (# 94), Il presidente, Sorbillo, and his sister, a few doors away (informally known as "la vecchia", the old lady, from the owner of the pizzeria, a very small places with only 4 or 5 tables, that looks like a pizzeria of 50 years ago - very hard to find, but it's worth it!) It's easy to find a good pizzeria, just look for one without tourists!

Neapolitan cuisine in general features much seafood, befitting its status as an ancient and still functioning port. You will find many sauces based on garlic sauteed in extra-virgin olive oil, tomatoes, and local red wines. Some of the sauces are arrabbiata ("angry") or fra diavolo ("the Devil's brother"), which means they will contain hot pepper. It's a great cuisine. Enjoy!

The city and region are also famous for their pasticcerie (pastries), which are often filled with cream or mascarpone cheese, among the best are:

• Bar Riviera Very good sweets, from 'zeppole' to 'sfogliatella' passing through 'babà'. Riviera di Chiaia, 181 - 081 665 026

Drink

Naples is becoming increasingly popular with a younger generation of both Italians and foreigners. In spite of reports of adverse conditions, they flood into the city and lend renewed vitality to its nightlife. The hippest scene is around the bars and cafes on Piazza Bellini, Piazza Santa Maria la Nuova and Piazza San Domenico Maggiore, becoming busy after about 11pm.

Sleep

Accommodation in Naples is normally cheaper than in Rome or northern Italian cities, but quality may vary a lot. It is not uncommon to encounter hot water shortages, short power outages, and less than luxurious bed and bath linens. Also don't expect a full-sized bathtub in reasonably priced hotels. You may not even get a shower stall in the bathroom, but a drain hole that is located in the center of the bathroom with a toilet, a sink, and a shower head along the plain tiled walls. Breakfast may include weak orange juice (tasting more like powdered orange drink), hard rolls and an assortment of hard meats and cheeses. Nothing mentioned here is meant to discourage, but to help you view your experience as an adventure in Italian culture.

Budget

• Hotel Speranza, Via Palermo 31, tel: +39 081269286-99n, mailto:info@hotelsperanza.it, [2]. Has seen better days and is not is the best neighbourhood, but it is clean, cheap, and located close to the train station. E45 for a double room with bath.

• 6 Small Rooms Hostel & Guesthouse, Via Diodato Lioy 18, 80134 Naples, Italy. tel: +39 0817901378, mailto:info@6smallrooms.com,[3]. A great hostel with private rooms right in the middle of the historical center of Naples. Clean, cozy and friendly. Cooking facilities, English speaking staff, DVDs, fridges, book exchange, tourist info and maps. It can be difficult to find, so give them a call.

Mid-range

• Tribù B&B [4]- Via dei Tribunali, 329. Tel. +39 081 454793; 338409913. tribunapoli@katamail.com . Located in a quiet patio bang in the middle of bustling spaccanapoli, Naples' old town, this tasteful bed & breakfast also doubles as an arts showroom. Breakfast is served on a nice terrace by the couple of young architects that own the place. Rooms €60-100.

• Hotel Ideal, Piazza Garibaldi 99, +39 081 269237, Fax: +39 081 285942, mailto:info@albergoideal.it, [5]. Right near the central train station (about 100 meters). Hotel is clean and cheap, staff are friendly and helpful. Breakfast was included.

• B&B La Corte, Via Cesare Battisti 30 Sant'Antimo (Naples) tel.+39 081 505198[6]. In old building is in the heart of the little town of Sant'Antimo, 10 km. from Naples. Run by an artist whose atelier is on the round floor. The rooms are autonomies, with private bathrooms, and air-conditioned. Doubles from €60.

Splurge

• Hotel Paradiso, Via Catullo 11, Napoli, Italy, I-80122 Phone: 39 081 2475111 Fax: 39 081 7613449. Located on a hill (Posipillo - which is Greek for "pause from pain") above the Mergellina area, this hotel is clean and has all the basics. The balcony rooms have exquisite views of Mount Vesuvius and the Naples coast. Funicular (cable car) station is about a five minute walk which connects you with the Mergellina metro station and an excellent local restaurant district. Complimentary breakfast each morning and a friendly staff. Airport is 10 kilometers away which is around E30 by cab. E160 for a double room with a balcony.

• Hotel Pinto Storey, Via G.Martucci, 72, Napoli, Italy, Zip Code: 80121 Phone: +39 081.681260 Fax: +39 081.667536 [7]. The Pinto-Storey Hotel is to be found in a beautiful liberty building at the heart of Chiaia, one of the most exclusive and elegant parts of Naples. The Hotel`s origins date back to 1878, when the Italian-English couple Pinto-Storey, whose name the hotel still carries to this day, decided to open an inn. Initially, they mainly welcomed young English guests from good families on educational trips to learn more about Italy`s beauty and artistic treasures. The welcoming, homely atmosphere, greatly appreciated by the travelers from England, has remained intact to the present day, making the Pinto-Storey Hotel one of the most original hotels in Naples to stay in. For a double room prices are from 110€ on, depending on the season.

Contact

Stay safe

Naples is a gritty and in many parts impoverished city. Do walk around, but be watchful and keep your wits about yourself. The city is home to many pickpockets and moped thieves so be careful.

• Do not leave valuables laying out in the open (e.g. bar tables) where they can be snatched by thieves.
• Do not flash around money, or other valuables.
• It is advised not to carry a purse as they can be snatched or "picked" by thieves.
• Do not wander down small dark allies/streets, especially in the Spanish Quarter.
• Be careful around the main train station as their are many thieves in the area.
• In Naples you can buy over-the-shoulder packs that are excellent as they allow you to keep an eye and firm grip on your valuables.

Cope

Get Out

There is fast express train service to Rome and points north, as well as points south. There are also local Italian Railway trains to Pompeii, but for such short distances, it is easiest to take the commuter railway called the Circumvesuviana.

Boat/Ferry

• MedMar Group operates several large ferry/passenger ships that connect Naples with Sardenia, Tunisia (Tunis), and and the Aeoliian Islands. These trips usually leave in the late afternoon or evening and arrive at their destination the next morning.

• Tirrenia Navigazione operates an overnight ferry service that has two seperate routes, one to Sardenia (Cagliari) and the other to Sicily (Palermo).

Gulf of Naples

• Ischia
• Capri
• Procida
• Sorrento
• Positano

Tour the excavations of Herculaneum and Pompeii nearby to the east of Naples. Pompeii is 40 minutes via the Circumvesuviana train from the Naples Central train station.

Take a bus to Mount Vesuvius, and hike to the summit. Mount Vesuvius is the only active volcano on the mainland of Europe.

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