With millennia of history and a rich cuisine, there’s no shortage of things to do in Naples.
Look beyond the surface
In some ways, Naples was what I expected – dirty and chaotic. But, in this story, I’ll tell you why I still came to love this Italian city.
The largest palace in the world (sort of)
It may not be the most famous but the stunning 18th century complex at Caserta is actually one of the biggest royal palaces in the world!
Pompeii: Frozen in time
With a map to follow – and key sites to look out for – here is everything you need to know to see the best of Pompeii independently.
Joining the glitterati in Capri
Even without staying on the island, it’s easy to get a taste of the rich and famous lifestyle with a day trip to Capri from Naples.
The best Greek temples in the world
When some refugees from Ancient Greece started a new colony on the shore of today’s Italy, they didn’t realise that 2500 years later their city would be the best preserved in the world!
How to spend a day in historic Naples
The historic centre of Naples is a World Heritage Site and you’ll see why if you can avoid the chaos and find the grandeur.
Naples to Sorrento: A perfect Amalfi day trip
The Amalfi Coast deserves more than a day trip but, if you’re short of time, here are my tips for a day trip from Naples to Sorrento.
Hiking Mount Vesuvius
The volcano that destroyed the ancient city of Pompeii 2000 years ago is still active – and just dares you to climb it!