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5 Days in Naples: Exploring Ancient Marvels and Indulging in Authentic Pizza

JeanDavid Blanc

JeanDavid Blanc

19 Dec 2023

Join me on a thrilling 5-day adventure in Naples, where we'll uncover ancient wonders, visit stunning castles, and indulge in mouthwatering pizza. Get ready for a journey filled with history, culture, and unforgettable experiences.

Trip to Naples

Day 1Discovering Naples' Historic Gems
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$45

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$ 3

Piazza del Plebiscito
Pedestrianized landmark square with equestrian statues, home to the neo-classical Royal Palace.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Castel Nuovo
Medieval fortress with 5 towers & a Renaissance triumphal arch, plus civic art museum & chapel.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$25
9 - 11 min

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Sansevero Chapel Museum
Chapel remodeled by Prince Raimondo di Sangro of Sansevero to house sculptures of veiled figures.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$20
Day 2Captivating Castles and Majestic Volcanoes
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$75

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$ 3

Ovo Castle
Imposing fortress & former royal residence, with 2 towers offering views & halls for conferences.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$25
44 - 53 min

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Vesuvio National Park
Network of trails exploring the scenery, flora & fauna around the slopes of an active volcano.
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$50
Day 3Immerse in Art and Archaeology
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$58

Complesso Monumentale di Santa Chiara
Religious complex dating from the 1300s with a vast church, majolica-tiled cloisters & a museum.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$20
10 - 15 min

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Naples National Archaeological Museum
Converted 17th-century palace & museum, home to prehistoric artifacts, coins & ancient works of art.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$38
Day 4Exploring Underground Mysteries and Divine Cathedrals
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$40

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$ 6

Catacombs of San Gennaro
Guided tours offered in a subterranean Christian cemetery built in the 2nd & 4th centuries.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$20
11 - 14 min

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Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta
Lavish cathedral with neo-Gothic facade & art-filled chapels, plus 4th-century mosaics & relics.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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Castel Sant'Elmo
Star-shaped, 14th-century, hilltop fortress & former prison with panoramic views from its terraces.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$20
Day 5Enjoying Panoramic Views and Family Fun
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$38

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$ 3

Parco Virgiliano
Park with terraces & panoramic views, plus a playground & amphitheater used for summer events.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Edenlandia
Fun park with rides, go karts & a ferris wheel, plus dedicated attractions for younger kids.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$38

Budget breakdown: $270 In total

Activities & Food:$255
Transport:$15