Naples

When to go

The best time to visit is April to early June and September to October, when it is pleasant to explore on foot and visit the archaeological sites without intense heat.

Best months: April, May, June, September, October

Approximate temperatures in these months: 10° to 27° (long-term averages, not a forecast)

Getting there

You usually need a connection in one of Europe's cities, and sometimes there are also seasonal flights, so it is worth checking the latest options. Italy is in the Schengen Area, so a valid passport is checked on entry, and it is recommended to check the latest entry requirements before you travel.

Flight times and direct flights are only shown from the saved prices below. Check entry requirements (passport, visa) with an official source before you book.

Who it suits

Couples · Friends · Solo travelers · Golden Age

City and Culture · Food and Wine · Nature and Scenery · Beach and sea

How long: 3-5 days

What to do

• The Historic Center
• National Archaeological Museum
• Pompeii
• Mount Vesuvius
• Cappella Sansevero
• Castel dell'Ovo
• Spaccanapoli Street
• The Island of Capri

Good to add

• Advance Tickets for Pompeii
• Ferry Tickets to Capri
• Car rental for the Amalfi Coast
• Travel insurance

An urban weekend

1. A walk along Spaccanapoli Street and the historic center
2. Lunch at a Neapolitan pizzeria
3. A visit to the National Archaeological Museum
4. A stroll along the promenade near Castel dell'Ovo
5. An evening in the Quartieri Spagnoli neighborhoods

Archaeology and a volcano

1. Day one in the city: the historic center and the Sansevero Chapel
2. A train ride to Pompeii and a tour of the site
3. A climb to the crater of Mount Vesuvius
4. Back to Naples and dinner
5. A free day for the ferry to Capri