Is Naples Italy a beautiful city?

I don't have to pretend that Naples is quaint or darling for it to be beautiful. It is in its own way. There's a saying that Rome is the heart of Italy, but Naples is its soul. Naples is gritty and chaotic, yet beautiful and authentic at the same time.



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Naples, Italy is Europe's largest historic center. The city has ancient churches, narrow artistic streets, imposing palaces, and unique underground landscapes. All of this and more makes Naples unique and a great tourist destination.

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The number one reason Naples is famous is pizza. The renowned pizza Margherita was born, made in honour of the homonymous queen by pizzaiolo Raffaele Esposito. It then became the dish that symbolised the city and the whole of Italy.

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Florence is not an overly expensive destination, is relatively safe and has a small city atmosphere. Naples is a raw and immersive Italian city. It's got pizza places that are frequented by locals. It's got wine bars serving gorgeous Campanian tipples.

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Venice is more touristy than Naples and is popular for its many canals, famous gondolas, iconic architecture, romantic squares, and beautiful bridges. Naples is famous for its colorful atmosphere, long running history, and influence on world cuisine as the birthplace of pizza.

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Although Naples and Amalfi are both popular with visitors, Amalfi has more sights, activities, and attractions for travelers. Amalfi is more popular for its scuba diving & snorkeling, beaches, hiking, and impressive beauty, while Naples is known for its museums, shopping, and big city activities.

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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.

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Castel dell'Ovo is believed to present the most breathtaking view of Naples. However, before you reach it, be prepared for a little bit a climbing. It is worth going there – especially that it is for free!

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We recommend spending at least three days and two nights in Naples. This will give you enough time to enjoy the city at a relaxed pace. It gets very hot in Naples during the summer months, so remember to account for this when planning how much you want to do each day.

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The areas of Chiaia and Posillipo are generally considered the safest neighborhoods in the city. For history buffs, Posillipo is the final resting place of the great Roman poet Virgil. The areas stretch along the waterfront and up the hill. The stunning coastal roads offer beautiful views of the entire Bay of Naples.

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Similar to other southern Italian cities, the cost of living in Naples is much lower than in Rome, Milan, and Florence. However, the average monthly salary is very low in this city, resulting in less purchasing traffic. Even renting in Naples is up to 50% cheaper than in Rome.

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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.

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As a city, Naples has a much richer cultural history than Sicily and more of a modern art, music and theatre scene as well. If you're looking for plenty of cultural experiences on your Italian vacation then Naples is the best choice of the two locations.

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Given the size of Naples, it's easier to find affordable accommodation than in Florence and cheaper to stay in the heart of the city.

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Venetian architecture has a magical charm that certainly makes it the most beautiful city, but if you are looking for grand historic monuments then Rome is the place to visit for the scale and diversity of its buildings.

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