Holiday in Naples

What makes Naples special as a destination?

Naples is rough, chaotic, loud — and absolutely irresistible. The birthplace of pizza (the Margherita was created here in 1889 for Queen Margherita) pulses with an energy that can’t be found anywhere else in Italy. Spaccanapoli, the straight street that divides the old town, is a sensory overload: scooters weave through narrow alleys, laundry flutters between Baroque facades, and the smell of freshly baked pizza wafts from every second door. The National Archaeological Museum houses the most significant collection of Roman artifacts in the world, including mosaics and frescoes from Pompeii. The buried city itself is only 25 minutes away at the foot of Vesuvius — Europe’s most dangerous active volcano, which you can hike to the crater. Herculaneum, smaller but better preserved than Pompeii, is a hidden gem. Underground extends Napoli Sotterranea — a labyrinth of Greek and Roman tunnels, cisterns, and catacombs. The old town is a UNESCO World Heritage site with over 400 historic churches. The view from Castel Sant’Elmo over the city, Vesuvius, and the Bay of Naples is breathtaking. Ferries to Capri, Ischia, and Procida depart from here. Neapolitan cuisine thrives on simplicity and the best ingredients: Pizza Fritta, Sfogliatella, Babà al Rum, and of course the best pizza in the world at Da Michele or Sorbillo.