DK Eyewitness Top 10 Naples and the Amalfi Coast (Pocket Travel Guide)

146 Pages·2021·58.587 MB·English

by  DK Eyewitness

EYEWITNESS
TOP 10
NAPLES
AND THE AMALFI COAST
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Top 10 Naples and The Top 10
the Amalfi Coast of Everything
Highlights
Welcome to Naples Moments in History .....................42
and the Amalfi Coast .................5 Churches in Naples .....................44
Exploring Naples Piazzas and Fountains .................46
and the Amalfi Coast .................6
Museums and Galleries ..............48
Naples and the Amalfi Coast
Artists and their
Highlights ..................................10
Masterpieces ............................50
Palazzo Reale, Naples .................12
Icons of Popular Culture .............52
Castel Nuovo, Naples ..................14
Romantic Spots ............................54
Duomo, Naples ............................16
Beaches ........................................58
Museo Archeologico Nazionale,
Walks ............................................60
Naples .......................................18
Off the Beaten Track ....................62
Capodimonte, Naples ..................22
Children’s Attractions ..................64
Certosa e Museo di
San Martino ..............................26 Neapolitan Dishes ........................66
Pompeii and Herculaneum .........30 Neapolitan Souvenirs ..................68
Naples and the
Capri .............................................34
Amalfi Coast for Free ...............70
Amalfi, Ravello and Positano ......36
Festivals and Events ....................72
Paestum ...................................... 38
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CONTENTS
Naples and the Streetsmart
Amalfi Coast
Area by Area
Spaccanapoli to Capodimonte ....76 Getting Around ...........................118
Toledo to Chiaia ............................86 Practical Information .................122
Vesuvius and Around ...................94 Places to Stay .............................126
The Islands, Sorrento
and the South .........................100 General Index .............................134
Posillipo, Pozzuoli Acknowledgments .....................140
and the North .........................110
Phrase Book ...............................142
The rapid rate at which the world is changing
Within each Top 10 list in this book, no hierarchy is constantly keeping the DK Eyewitness
of quality or popularity is implied. All 10 are, in team on our toes. While we’ve worked hard
the editor’s opinion, of roughly equal merit. to ensure that this edition of Naples and
the Amalfi Coast is accurate and up-to-date,
Title page, front cover and spine we know that opening hours alter, standards
Picturesque fishing village of Atrani, shift, prices fluctuate, places close and new
Amalfi Coast ones pop up in their stead. So, if you notice
Back cover, clockwise from top left we’ve got something wrong or left something
Mural in Pompeii; garden at Villa Rufolo out, we want to hear about it. Please get in
in Ravello; ruins of Pompeii; Atrani; fjord touch at [email protected]
at Furore, Salerno
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Top 10 Naples and the Amalfi Coast ❮❮ 5
Welcome to
Naples and
the Amalfi Coast
From the vibrant streets of the city to sun-kissed beaches,
dramatic cliff-hugging roads, ancient temples and island
paradises, Naples and the Amalfi Coast is a hive of historical,
cultural and natural beauty. With DK Eyewitness Top 10
Naples and the Amalfi Coast, the region is yours to explore.
It’s hard not to fall in love with this region: the colours, the history,
the beauty. What could be better than watching the sun setting
across the Bay of Naples from the Castel dell’Ovo, uncovering
historical treasures at the Museo Archeologico Nazionale, devouring
a Neapolitan pizza hot from the oven, seeing the pastel-coloured
cascade of homes in Positano or sipping a limoncello in Amalfi?
It’s all here, packed into an unforgettably beautiful landscape.
Explore the cultural and artistic treasures that lie just moments
from the coast. Step back in time at the ancient towns of Pompeii
and Herculaneum or visit the best-preserved Greek temples in the
world at Paestum. Escape to the island of Capri for natural beauty
and to soak in the warm waters of the Mediterranean Sea, or get
lost amidst the grandeur of the Reggia di Caserta. With so much
to see and do, this is one of Italy’s most diverse areas to discover.
Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or a week, our Top 10 guide
brings together the best of everything the region has to offer, from
the historic streets of Spaccanapoli to the panoramic vistas of
Ravello. The guide has useful tips throughout, from seeking out
what’s free to places off the beaten track, plus six easy-to-follow
itineraries, designed to tie together a clutch of sights in a short
space of time. Add inspiring photography and detailed maps, and
you’ve got the essential pocket-sized travel companion. Enjoy the
book, and enjoy Naples and the Amalfi Coast.
Clockwise from top: Procida Island, Spaccanapoli in Naples, Villa Cimbrone in Ravello,
bird’s-eye view of Amalfi, mosaic of Medusa at Museo Archeologico Nazionale in Naples,
boats near the entrance to Blue Grotto at Capri, Temple of Hera in Paestum
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6 ❯❯ Top 10 Naples and the Amalfi Coast
Exploring Naples and
the Amalfi Coast
Capodimonte
San Gennaro Museum
Catacombs
One of Italy’s most vibrantly diverse
regions, Naples and the Amalfi
Coast offer a wealth of artistic 0 metres 500
treasures, culture and natural 0 yards 500
beauty to discover. Here are
some ideas to make the most
of your stay, from an intensive
weekend break in Naples to
an extensive, week-long
itinerary of the area. From
Herculaneum
Museo (15 km/9.3 miles)
Archeologico
Two Days in Naples Nazionale
Day 1 Museo Duomo
Metro Station
SMtOaRrtN iInN Gthe heart of Royal METRO
Naples (see pp86–9) at the Sansevero
grandiose Piazza del Chapel
Plebiscito. Visit the Palazzo
Reale (see pp12–13),
climb the ramparts of
the Castel Nuovo (see Santa Chiara
pp14–15), imagine the
sparkling lights at Teatro M SPACCANAPOLI
di San Carlo (see p89) ETRO
and stroll through the Castel Sant’Elmo,
Galleria Umberto I (see Certosa e Museo di
  San Martino
p88). Stop for lunch at
Galleria Municipio
Brandi (see p93), known Umberto I Metro
as the birthplace of
Teatro di
Neapolitan pizza. San Carlo
AFTERNOON Castel Nuovo
Revel in the vibrant Brandi
atmosphere of Spaccanapoli Mount
(see pp76–9) and see the Piazza del PRaealalezzo Naples Vesuvius
impressive Duomo (see pp16– Plebiscito Spaccanapoli Herculaneum
17), majolica-tiled cloister of cuts a pathway Pompeii
through the
Santa Chiara (see p77) and
heart of Naples.
“Veiled Christ” statue at the Gulf of
Sansevero Chapel (see p79). Naples Monti Lattari Ravello Salerno
Day 2 Castel
dell’Ovo Borgo Sorrento Positano
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(see p95) for an unfor gettable view Two-day itinerary 0 miles 5
of the Bay of Naples. Seven-day itinerary Paestum
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Day 4
If desired, transfer your base to the
Amalfi Coast and explore Amalfi (see
Capodimonte
San Gennaro Museum pp36–7), with its impressive Cathedral
Catacombs of St Andrew and fascinating Museo
della Carta. High in the mountains
above Amalfi, visit the peaceful
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town of Ravello (see pp36–7) for its
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Day 5
Enjoy a drive along the Amalfi Coast
Clinging to the hillside, Positano is a (see pp36–7) road from Sorrento (see
stunning backdrop to the sandy beach. p102) to Salerno (see p102), or take a
ferry to soak up the sun in Positano,
From AFTERNOON known as the “Vertical City”.
Herculaneum
MArucsheeoologico (15 km/9.3 miles) Rtreetausrunr etos Nata tphlee sM tuos seeoe Athrceh aenocloiegnict o Day 6
Nazionale Nazionale (see pp18–21) – closed Take the ferry to Capri (see pp34–5)
Museo Duomo Tuesdays. Enjoy dinner in the romantic where highlights include the famous
Metro Station Borgo Marinari surrounded by fishing Blue Grotto, spectacular views from
METRO boats and the Castel dell’Ovo (see p88). Mesoqnutee MSoalrainroa iPni cAcnoalcaa apnrdi, sthheo pppicintugr ­
Sansevero in Capri Town.
Chapel Seven Days in Naples
and the Amalfi Coast Day 7
Discover the ancient Greek ruins of
Days 1 and 2 Paestum (see pp38–9) and visit the
Santa Chiara As Two Days in Naples. excellent museum on site here.
SPACCANAPOLI Day 3
M
ETRO Head to Naples’ highest district to
Castel Sant’Elmo, visit the Certosa e Museo di San
Certosa e Museo di Martino (see pp26–9) and Castel
  San Martino
Sant’Elmo (see p89). Art lovers won’t
Galleria Municipio
Umberto I Metro want to miss the Capodimonte
Museum (see pp22–3) – closed
Teatro di
San Carlo Wednesdays. The San Gennaro
Castel Nuovo Catacombs (see p63) are close by.
Brandi
Mount
Piazza del PRaealalezzo Naples Vesuvius The Greco-Roman site of Paestum
Plebiscito Herculaneum contains the fascinating
Pompeii remains of three ancient
Greek temples.
Gulf of
Naples
Monti Lattari Ravello Salerno
Castel
dell’Ovo Borgo Sorrento Positano
Marinari Amalfi SGaulelfr noof Piana
Anacapri Capri 0 km 5 del Sele
0 miles 5
Paestum
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Top 10 Naples and
the Amalfi Coast
Highlights
Ruins of the Roman forum, Pompeii,
backed by Mount Vesuvius
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