Why visit
Naples is pizza's birthplace, the gateway to Pompeii, and the wildest, most alive city in Italy. Spaccanapoli's alleys, Capodimonte's art, and the Amalfi Coast next door.
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Naples at a glance
City population
905k
Metro: 3.0 million
Time zone
UTC+1 (UTC+2 DST)
Europe/Rome
Airport
NAP
Naples International (Capodichino)
Founded
8th century BCE (Greek Parthenope, later Neapolis)
Getting around
Metro (Line 1 with its art stations), funiculars, buses
Signature dish
Pizza margherita, sfogliatella, ragù napoletano
Neighborhoods for travelers
SpaccanapoliQuartieri SpagnoliChiaiaVomero
Italy at a glance
Country center
42.8°, 12.8°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
301,336 km²
116,346 mi²
Country population
58.9 million
195/km²
Subregion
Southern Europe
Currency
Euro (€)
EUR
Dial
+39
Language
Italian
Demonym
Italian
Internet
.it
UN
Member state
ISO code
IT / ITA
Where in the world
42.8° - 12.8°
Italy
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Did you know
- Modern pizza was born in Naples in the 18th century; the Margherita was invented here in 1889 for Queen Margherita.
- Mount Vesuvius is visible from the city center; it is the only active volcano on mainland Europe.
- Naples' centro storico is the largest historic center in Europe and is entirely UNESCO-listed.
- Italy has more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than any other country (60+).
- Venice is built on over 100 small islands in a lagoon, connected by 400+ bridges.
Bordering Italy
Traveler notes
- Pizza at L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele or Gino Sorbillo
- Pompeii + Herculaneum day trip by Circumvesuviana
- Amalfi Coast via Sorrento in shoulder season
Plan checks
- Build a three-day plan before extending. Most travel cities are easy to undersell to yourself.
- Check seasonal timing: high season can triple costs on some coastal destinations.
- Reserve top restaurants 2–4 weeks out and plan two standout meals per city.
- Check opening days. Major sites close on Mondays or Tuesdays in many countries.
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Facts last reviewed June 2026 against GeoNames and national statistics sources. See the editorial policy for how destination data is maintained.
Frequently asked about Naples
What currency is used in Naples?
Naples uses the Euro (€), ISO code EUR.
What languages are spoken in Italy?
The primary language is Italian.
What is the international calling code for Italy?
The calling code is +39.
What airport serves Naples?
Naples International (Capodichino) (IATA: NAP).
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