Italy · 2026 itinerary
Napoli 3-Day Itinerary
A day-by-day plan for Napoli: the best attractions in order, where to eat, how to get around — with free hotel briefings for your stay.
Arrive & Explore the Highlights
The narrow, straight street that cuts through the historic centre, lined with churches, shops, and street food stalls. A living museum of daily Neapolitan life.
🕐 Accessible 24/7; shops and stalls generally 9:00-20:00
Free entry💡 Stop for a cheap sfogliatella at Scaturchio or a pizza fritta at Antica Capri. Avoid midday heat; it gets crowded.
Hotels near Spaccanapoli →The oldest castle in Naples, sitting on the seafront promenade. Free to enter and explore the ramparts and courtyards.
🕐 Mon-Sat 8:30-19:00; Sun 8:30-14:00
Free entry💡 Climb the towers for views of the marina and Vesuvius. Visit on a weekday to avoid crowds.
Hotels near Castel dell'Ovo →Molo Beverello · ££
Caffetteria Bernini · ££
Deeper Into Napoli
A hillside park with panoramic views over the Gulf of Naples, Posillipo hill, and Vesuvius. Quiet, with benches and paths.
🕐 Daily 7:00-21:00 (hours vary seasonally)
💡 Come at sunset for the best light. Bring water; there are no cafes inside.
An open-air ossuary in a cave, holding the remains of tens of thousands of victims of historical plagues and famines. Eerie, fascinating, and free.
🕐 Daily 9:30-16:30 (check for temporary closures)
💡 Wear closed shoes; the floor is uneven and dusty. Allow 30 minutes. Combine with a walk through the nearby Sanità district for context.
Trattoria Vanvitelli
Bar Michelangelo
Final Favourites & Departure
One of the most important archaeology museums in Europe, housing Farnese sculptures and mosaics from Pompeii and Herculaneum.
💡 Entry is free on the first Sunday of each month. Go early to avoid the queues.
Cerasella
El bocadito
Getting Around Napoli
Walk 10 mins from airport to Poggioreale station (follow signs from airport exit). Take train one stop to Piazza Garibaldi, then metro Line 1 to Municipio. This avoids the bus queue during peak hours ticket purchase included in metro ticket total €1.30. Don't attempt at night—station poorly lit and deserted after 21:00.
Fix price before starting the trip—should be €25 to centro storico, but to via Medina expect €25-30. Refuse unmarked cars touting inside the terminal; they'll charge double. Tip not expected.
Take bus 3S from airport to Garibaldi station (central train station), then hop on Line 1 towards Piscinola and get off at Municipio. One €1.30 ticket covers both bus and metro within 90 minutes of validation. Cheapest option but you'll navigate two changes.
Buy ticket at airport tobacconist or machine before boarding. Get off at 'Municipio' stop, then it's a 2-minute walk down via Medina towards the port. Validate ticket on board or face a €50 fine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3 days enough for Napoli?
Three days covers the main highlights well. You can see the key attractions like Spaccanapoli and get a genuine feel for the city. For a more leisurely pace or to explore neighbourhoods in depth, a 5-day trip is better.
What is the best time to visit Napoli?
See our full best time to visit Napoli guide — it covers weather month by month, peak vs. shoulder seasons and how to avoid the crowds.
Where should I stay for this itinerary?
A central location saves transit time between sites. Top options include B&B Il Palco del Re, Hotel NapoliMia, B&B Napolit'Amo Medina. See the full ranked list with free briefings for each.