Official taxis in Naples are white and just like in other cities, you can catch a taxi from set stops or flag one down in the street. They use a meter, but be aware that there are a number of additional charges for various different extras.
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Generally, cabs in Naples are clean, comfortable, well-regulated and fairly affordable. There are several taxi apps that you can use to explore the city centre. You can also ask the hotel reception to call one for you.
Naples Central StationNapoli Centrale hosts facilities that include restaurants, shops, newsstands, currency exchange booths and ATM machines. From here, you can easily get anywhere in Naples by bus, metro, tram or taxi. Taxi ranks, bus and tram stops are right in front of the station.
You don't need to tip taxi driversCab drivers in Italy never expect a tip, so if you give one to them, they may be surprised. If you're using a car service like Uber or Free Now (formerly myTaxi), tipping is also not required. But if any driver goes out of his or her way to assist you, it's OK to give a small tip.
Getting Around Naples by Bus or TramNaples has an extensive bus system that is primarily used to get between the residential, hospital, and university areas and not for the historic center. The most useful lines for visitors are: Tram Line 1: Piazza Garibaldi to Piazza Vittoria.
Naples, with its ancient streets of Neapolis and Quartieri Spagnoli, is a walkable city; you can explore everything from the royal palace of Naples to Castel Nuovo on foot.
Although Naples Garibaldi has its own separate platforms and entrances it is physically part of Naples Centrale Station. Naples Centrale Station is the main station on ground level. From ground level escalators go down one level to an underground shopping centre and go further down to the Naples Metro.
Transportation Options for the City of NaplesFor travel within the area, the city is served by a County-Wide transportation system, Collier Area Transport (CAT) as well as a number of taxi and car service companies. The City of Naples is also served by the Naples Trolley, with stops at many tourist attractions.
The misconception is that, because of this, tourists are unwelcome--when in fact, Neapolitans are known for being exceedingly friendly and generous. Tourists who visit Naples with the intention of being immersed in the culture will have a much better time than those who expect a traditional tourism experience.
Don't walk alone at night: Avoid walking alone at night, especially in unfamiliar areas. Stick to well-lit and populated areas. Don't take unlicensed taxis: Unlicensed taxis are common in Naples, so it's best to avoid them. Use only licensed taxis or public transportation.