Naples travel guide
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You're Going to Love Naples
With a population of 959,470, Naples is a must-see destination in Campania, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Naples to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Naples
If you’re looking for affordable options, Terrazza Vittoria (Piazza Torquato Tasso 34) and Coku (Corso Marion Crawford) are great picks.
When to visit Naples
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Naples in July, when the average temperature is 24 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 162 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Naples, with an average rainfall of 24 mm.
How to Get to Naples
Plane
When flying to Naples, you’ll arrive at Naples Airport (NAP), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Naples from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 35h 35m.
Train
Trenitalia is the most popular train carrier serving Naples, followed by Italotreno. The train journey from Naples to Rome takes 1h 12m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bari, expect to pay about $20 for a 4h 10m trip. Located 0.4 miles from the city centre, Naples Centrale is the busiest station in Naples. Another popular train station is Naples Campi Flegrei, located 4 miles from the centre.
Car
Another option to get to Naples is to pick up a car hire from Rome, which is about 117 miles from Naples. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Galierirent, among others, in Rome.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Naples, including FlixBus, Itabus and BlaBlaBus. From Rome, the bus ride to Naples takes 150 miles and will cost you around $7. From Modugno, the ticket costs about $12 for a journey of 170 miles. The most popular bus station is Naples Metropark Via Lucci, located 0.4 miles from the city centre of Naples. Naples Afragola is also a commonly used station, and is 7 miles from the city centre.
Airports near Naples
Airlines serving Naples
Where to stay in Naples
From 5-star hotels such as the Grand Hotel Parkers to great affordable options like the Botanique, Naples offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $168 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $263 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hotel Europeo and Tric Trac Hostel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Naples, with prices from $84 to $1,034 per night. Centro Storico is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Naples are about 36% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Centro Storico - In Naples’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Hotel Luna Rossa, Hotel Des Artistes and Schilizzi Hotel.
Zona Industriale - Ramada by Wyndham Naples, Hotel Tiempo and Magri's Hotel have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Zona Industriale will cost you about $131 per night.
Where to stay in popular areas of Naples
Most booked hotels in Naples
Hiring a car in Naples
Hiring a car in Naples costs $57 per day, on average. Thrifty, Budget and Dollar are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Naples is the SURPRICE CAR RENTAL branch at Capodichino Airport, which is 3 miles from the city centre.
Expect to pay $3.44 per litre in Naples (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $41.21 and $54.94. The most frequently booked car type in Naples is Compact (Fiat 500X or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Audi A1 or similar) is, on average, 96% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.