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Start at the Cattedrale di San Gennaro (Duomo) in Piazza del Duomo. See the stunning 13th-century Gothic facade and the sacred relics of Naples' patron saint, St. Januarius, housed in the Treasury. Wander through the Palazzo Reale courtyard (free entry, just admire the facade). Walk 5 mins to Piazza del Plebiscito for the iconic Neoclassical facade of the Royal Palace and the twin churches of San Francesco di Paola and Santa Chiara. Walk along the Corso Umberto for historic architecture. Cost: Free. Transport: 5-min walk from Duomo to Piazza del Plebiscito.
Take bus #35 or #51 to Catacombe di San Gennaro (€6 entry, cash only). Explore the ancient underground burial sites beneath the city, filled with frescoes and tombs. Exit near San Domenico Maggiore (free entry to the church), a stunning 13th-century Franciscan church with a serene cloister. Grab a quick coffee at Caffè Gambrinus (historic, 1800s) for espresso (€1.50). Cost: €6 (catacombs) + €1.50 coffee. Transport: Bus €1.50 from Piazza del Plebiscito to Catacombs stop.
Head to Spaccanapoli (the city's historic spine). Eat pizza al taglio (by the slice) at a local counter like Pizzeria da Michele (try the Margherita, €4-6). Stroll the narrow streets, stopping for sfogliatella (ricotta-filled pastry) at Pasticceria Poppa. End at Chiesa di Santa Maria della Libera (hidden church) for sunset views over the old town. Cost: €5-8 for food. Transport: Walk from San Domenico Maggiore to Spaccanapoli (5 mins).
Take the funicular Funicolare di Montesanto from Piazza Vanvitelli (€1.50) up to Vomero neighborhood. Walk to Giardino della Reggia di Capodimonte for panoramic views of Naples and the Bay. Visit the Reggia di Capodimonte museum (€10, book ahead) to see Renaissance art, or skip inside and enjoy the gardens free. Cost: €1.50 (funicular) + €10 (museum if visited). Transport: Funicular from Piazza Vanvitelli to Vomero.
Walk down to Castel dell'Ovo (Egg Castle) on a tiny island connected by a bridge. Explore the medieval fortress and gardens. Stroll along the Corso Vittorio Emanuele to Porto di Napoli (Naples Harbor). Eat seafood at a trattoria like Da Vincenzo (try spaghetti alle vongole, €12-15). Cost: €12-15 for seafood pasta. Transport: 15-min walk from Castel dell'Ovo to Porta di Capodimonte.
Head to Chiaia (upscale neighborhood) for dinner. Eat at a trattoria serving classic Neapolitan dishes (e.g., parmigiana di melanzane, €10-12). Walk along Via Chiaia to Piazza del Plebiscito for evening lights. Grab a drink at Bar Baffetto (historic, 1900s) for a spritz (€5). Cost: €10-12 for dinner + €5 drink. Transport: 10-min walk from Porta di Capodimonte to Chiaia.
Take bus #106 from Piazzale della Repubblica (€1.50) to Pompeii (45 mins), then transfer to the Vesuvius base (€1.50). Hike the Monte Somma route to the summit (2-3 hours, bring water). See the crater and lava fields. Cost: €3 total (bus). Transport: Bus €1.50 + €1.50 shuttle. Tip: Start by 8 AM to avoid crowds and heat.
Return to Naples and head to Mercato di Porta Nolana (local market). Eat fresh mozzarella at Antica Pasticceria Poppa (try the mozzarella di bufala sandwich, €3). Browse artisan shops on Via Toledo (historic shopping street). Visit the Chiesa di Santa Chiara (free entry) for Baroque art. Cost: €3 for sandwich. Transport: Bus #106 to Porta Nolana (€1.50).
End at Riviera di Chiaia for aperitivo (pre-dinner drinks + food). Sit at Bar Tappo (local spot) for a spritz (€5) with a plate of olives and bread. Walk to Chiaia Beach for sunset views over the bay. Cost: €5 for aperitivo. Transport: 10-min walk from Mercato di Porta Nolana to Riviera di Chiaia.
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