Naples Things to Do Tips by oneonta_ni

The most popular attractions...

The most popular attractions in Naples are actually outside of the city. Most people head to the Amalfi Coast, Pompeii and Herculaneum. I wanted to see Herculaneum because I had heard the buildings are nicer but we took the easy route and went to Pompeii. There was a train strike on the Circumvesuviana trains and we weren't sure how to get to Herculaneum otherwise. Pompeii is easily reached on the normal train.
I am sure most people know that Pompeii is the town which was covered in a pyroclastic flow when Mt Vesuvius erupted in 79AD. The site is huge and is mainly made up of ruined houses but there are some really interesting things to see. I wasn't sure how much I would like it but I really enjoyed it.

Be sure to wear flat comfortable shoes. The streets are unevenly paved and can be difficult to walk on. Also bring water and take frequent breaks - there is a lot to see. We spent about 5 hours wandering around and still did not see it all.

Directions: Just south of Naples. Take the train from Piazza Garibaldi. The Circumvesuviana and the regular train both stop in Pompeii.

We arrived in the town and were wondering where to go for the site when we

Other Contact: Check my travelogue on Pompeii f

The cloisters.

Other Contact: Another view of the cloisters.

In Piazza del Gesu' is the... Piazza del Gesù Nuovo Review

In Piazza del Gesu' is the church of Santa Chiara. The church was built in 1328 but was very badly damaged during WWII. The main attraction here is around the back - a convent cloisters. It is a very quiet place to sit if you have been walking in the hot sun all day. Benches and pillars in the middle of the cloisters are covered in brightly coloured majolica tiles.

Open 8.30 - 1pm & 4 - 6.30pm.

Castel Sant' Elmo. This is a... Castel Sant Elmo Review

Castel Sant' Elmo. This is a castle on the hill overlooking Naples. We did not actually go into it but we took the funicular railway to the castle one evening to see the view. It is really spectacular and I would recommend going here late in the day so you can see it by day and by night. Very romantic.:o)