Top Rated Attractions in Naples

The Bourbon Tunnel was originally built under the city of Naples as a way to connect the Naples military barracks to the Royal Palace. The tunnel also provided the citizens of the city shelter during the bombings which took place during World War II. Today, these tunnels with their accumulated debris have been turned into a gallery where the public can see interesting displays of vintage cars and motorbikes, old shelter spots and much more.

The Orto Botanico was created by Giuseppe Bonaparte, the king of Naples and brother of Napoleon, during the brief French domination at the start of the 19th century. The scientific park has reconstructions of various environmental habitats and greenhouses in which different micro-climates are recreated. The monumental, Neo-Classical glass-house displays interesting herbariums and a specialized library. Today, the Botanical Garden is annexed to the Faculty of Science of the University Studi Federico II and visits are available by reservation only. Entry is free.

Commissioned by King Charles of Bourbon, one of Europe's oldest working theaters was built in 1737. It wasn't long before its magnificent architecture and exquisite blue, gold and silver decors, complemented by a program with wider public appeal, was attracting praises from both home and abroad. Completely destroyed by a fire in 1816, Ferdinand I of Bourbon ordered the theater to be rebuilt just six days later. The results were an improved quality of the acoustic and an extended stage.

Once a quiet fishing village, today this pleasant walk along the seashore is one of the city's liveliest districts, filled with luxury hotels and exclusive restaurants. A stroll along Via Nazario Sauro, Via Partenope and Via Caracciolo takes you to the moorings where local fishing boats are transformed each morning into small floating markets selling freshly landed fish. Crystal clear water flows from the Leone fountain and in the beautiful Piazza Sannazzaro, the Sirena fountain is a reminder of the mythical siren Partenope, whose tomb, according to local legend, marks the site on which Naples was founded.

Museo Madre occupies three floors of Palace Donnaregina. It is known to be the oldest museum of contemporary arts in the historic center of the city of Naples. The museum houses temporary and permanent exhibitions of contemporary arts. They also organize several activities and events, details of these can be found on their official website.

Cappella Sansevero is a historic chapel and houses a number of art works by Italian artists, it is also a notable architecture of international heritage. It houses many masterpieces but the one that stands out is the Veiled Christ. It's ceiling is said to be painted in 1749 and its flooring represents good and evil in black and white. It is a must visit attraction when in Naples..