Free Things To Do In Naples
Naples is a stunning city residing in south Italy and offers an incredibly vibrant historic past.
It’s home to some mesmerising ancient architecture, as well as beautiful views over the ocean. The Bay of Naples is a top holiday destination that attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors to its complex every single year.
If you’re in the process of planning a trip to the lovely Italian city, make sure to check out our guide below that includes details of the best free attractions in Naples, as well as the top paid attractions to enjoy in the city too!
Free Attractions in Naples
Top Rated Naples Attractions
Piazza del Plebiscito
Known as the largest piazza in Naples, Piazza del Plebiscito is a top free attraction to visit in Naples.
It’s an old-fashioned semi-circular piazza that’s absolutely teeming with quintessentially Italian charm and history.
Throughout Piazza del Plebiscito, you’ll find a plethora of indulgent cafes, numerous bars and restaurants, as well as plenty of benches where you could easily lose hours to people...
Caserta Royal Palace Entrance Ticket
Duration:
3 hours
- This palace, which is also popularly regarded as the Bourbon Kings former residence, now houses a University, a Public Library, a Large Theatre, the Monistenies, the Magistracy, a Cathedral Church and a Seminary.
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San Lorenzo Maggiore
San Lorenzo Maggiore is one of the top religious sites in Napoli, and for good reason; it’s absolutely beautiful!
Dating back to the Greco-Roman era, the San Lorenzo Maggiore is a mightily impressive Basilica that’s housed numerous tales and tragedies over the years.
Regardless of whether you’re a religious believer or not, you won’t be able to deny that the San Lorenzo Maggiore is a truly spectacular...
Galleria Borbonica Entrance Ticket in Standard Route
Duration:
1 hour
- This location used to be a Veterinary Laboratory until few years ago. It's more like an enchanting scenery, unfolding before your very eyes. It is situated in Vico del Grottone 4, 100 metres from Plebiscito Square.
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Via San Gregorio Armeno
If there’s one thing that you certainly won’t want to miss out on when visiting Naples, it’s Via San Gregorio Armeno.
This ancient street in the old center of Naples is teeming with character and charm and is one of the very best markets in the city.
It’s often nicknamed the “Nativity Street” as it’s home to numerous artisans who create scenes for the Christmas Nativities all over the...
Naples Underground Official Skip-the-line Ticket
Duration:
1 hour 30
- A visit to the Naples underground is much like a visit to 2400 years in the past. This tour is an historic one that affords you the opportunity of seeing a whole different world in real life.
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Duomo di Napoli
While it might not be as an impressive of a structure on the outside as other buildings in Italy such as the Colosseum in Rome or the Pantheon, the Duomo di Napoli offers unparalleled beauty within its towering walls.
As the Duomo has received plenty of alterations and “facelifts” over the years, the interior now includes a mishmash of different influences in terms of its architecture and religious...
The Archaeological Museum of Naples with an Archaeologist Private Tour
Duration:
2 hours
- Explore one of the most important archaeological museums in the world. See treasures from Pompeii and Herculaneum, with frescoes and mosaics from walls of homes as well as statues and ordinary plus precious objects from the Roman...read more
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Villa Floridiana
One of the best free attractions in Naples if you’re looking for a quieter space in the city without venturing too far afield is the Villa Floridiana Park in the Vomero area.
Here, you’ll find ample open space where you can wander around at your own leisurely pace, while admiring the spectacular views out to sea from within the park’s grounds.
It’s a fantastic place to bring the whole family as you can...
Guided Tour of Naples Must-See Sites with Old City Plebiscito Square & Castle
Duration:
2 hours 30
- Explore the most beautiful sites and significant monuments of Naples with our local guide who knows all the history and secrets about art, traditions and customs of the city.
On this itinerary, you will visit Piazza Plebiscito, the New Castle, the Fountain of Neptune, the Church of Jesus and other famous highlights in the city center in...read more
MADRE Museum of Contemporary Art
The Museo d'Arte Contemporanea Donnaregina, or Museo MADRE as it’s more commonly referred to, is a museum teeming with collections of contemporary art in the city centre of Naples.
This museum is the perfect place for art lovers to visit as it combines an eclectic mix of the ancient architecture of Naples city as its backdrop, along with the incredibly modern and unique installations and art collections inside the...
Skip the Line: Saint Elmo's Castle Entry Ticket
Duration:
2 hours
- Discover close to 1,000 years of Neapolitan history, and enjoy breathtaking unimpaired 360 degree views over the city, the surrounding countryside, and the Bay of...read more
Skip the Line: Saint Elmo's Castle Entry Ticket
Duration:
2 hours
- Discover close to 1,000 years of Neapolitan history, and enjoy breathtaking unimpaired 360 degree views over the city, the surrounding countryside, and the Bay of...read more
Naples Skip-the-Line San Martino National Museum and Charterhouse Ticket
Duration:
120 to 180
- Visit the majestic San Martino Charterhouse on top of the Vomero hill, at the highest point of the city of Naples. Don't miss the opportunity to admire the architectural beauties of the monastery and the rich collection of the...read more
Skip the Line: National Archaeological Museum of Naples Entry Ticket
Duration:
2 to 3 hou
- The National Archaeological Museum of Naples is the most important archaeological collection of Greek and Roman sculptures.
The particularly rich collection of Greek and Roman sculptures comes from excavations at Pompeii, Herculaneum, and nearby archaeological sites around Vesuvius and the Phlegraean Fields, silent witnesses to one of the...read more
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Capodimonte Museum
Duration:
1 to 2 hou
- If you are in Naples don't miss the chance to visit The Museo di Capodimonte, one of the most important Italian museums; its art collection is made by the Farnese and Borbone collections. The museum preserves also a series of paintings coming from Neapolitan churches, among them two Caravaggio...read more
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Skip the Line: Royal Palace of Naples Entrance Ticket
Duration:
1 to 2 hou
- If you are in Naples don't miss the opportunity to visit the incredible Royal Palace that was the seat of the monarchy in Naples and Southern Italy for three centuries, from 1600 to 1946 - beginning with the early Spanish and Austrian Viceroys, followed by the Bourbon Kings and ending with the Savoy royal family. The Royal Palace has housed the...read more
Tour of the Archaeological Museum of Naples
Duration:
2 hours 30
- Visit one of the richest and most interesting Archaeological museums in the world. It hosts unique masterpieces found in Pompeii, Herculaneum and the surrounding areas. The tour will be led by a local expert...read more
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The Skull with the Ears: the Cult of the Dead in the Church of S. Luciella
Duration:
15 minutes
- The cult of the Souls in Purgatory is one of the main faces of the city of Naples. Visiting the Church of Santa Luciella means getting to know the bowels of the city and supporting a social project of great value. The church with its basement is a hidden gem, off the beaten...read more
