Castel Capuano, Naples

Name: Castel Capuano
Address: Via Concezio Muzy, 2, Naples, 80139, Italy
Telephone: +39 081 269416

#174 among attractions in Naples

Forts and castles, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

Castel Capuano is a castle in Naples, southern Italy. It takes its name from the fact that it was at that point in the city walls where the road led out to the city of Capua. The castle is at the southwest end of via dei Tribunali, and until recently housed the Naples Hall of Justice, which has now moved to the new Civic Center, the Centro Direzionale. ()

Alternative names: Built: XII centuryCoordinates: 40°51'12"N, 14°15'51"E

Address

Via Concezio Muzy, 2Municipalità 4 (Mercato)Naples 80139 Italy

Contact

+39 081 269416

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Day trips

Castel Capuano – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Madre, San Giovanni a Carbonara, Naples Cathedral, Museo del Tesoro di San Gennaro.

~1650 ftW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Madre, Naples
8 min walk • Tucked away in the vibrant heart of Naples, Italy, the Museo d'Arte Contemporanea Donnaregina, known colloquially as Madre, is a beacon for contemporary art enthusiasts. This museum, housed in a 19th-century palazzo that has been masterfully renovated to blend...
~1550 ftNW
Gothic church with ornate art and tombs
San Giovanni a Carbonara, Naples
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Naples, the Church of San Giovanni a Carbonara is a hidden gem that encapsulates the rich religious and artistic heritage of the city. This remarkable church, less known than some of Naples' grander cathedrals yet no less significant, dates back...
~1280 ftW
Gothic architecture, Church
Naples Cathedral, Naples
7 min walk • Naples Cathedral, also known as the Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta, is a historic religious edifice and a centerpiece of faith in the bustling city of Naples, Italy. This cathedral is a prime example of Italian Gothic architecture, though it also incorporates...
~1320 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Museo del Tesoro di San Gennaro, Naples
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Naples, the Museo del Tesoro di San Gennaro is a hidden gem that offers a glimpse into the city's rich religious heritage and artistry. This museum, dedicated to the Patron Saint of Naples, San Gennaro, houses an exquisite collection of art...
~1420 ftW
Church
Santa Maria Ancillarum, Naples
7 min walk • Santa Maria Ancillarum is a Roman Catholic church in Naples, Italy. Its most notable artwork is The Birth of the Virgin Mary by Giacinta Sacchetti. The origin of its name and the date of its foundation are both unknown.
~1570 ftW
Baroque architecture, Church
Santa Maria Donnaregina Nuova, Naples
8 min walk • Santa Maria Donnregina Nuova is a church in central Naples, Italy. It is called Nuova to distinguish it from the older Angevin church of Santa Maria Donna Regina Vecchia.
~1370 ftW
Church
Baptistery of San Giovanni in Fonte, Naples
7 min walk • The Baptistery of San Giovanni is a Paleochristian baptistery attached to the Santa Restituta church in Naples, Italy. It is the oldest surviving baptistery from medieval Europe.
~1200 ftSW
Chapel with seminal work by Caravaggio
Pio Monte della Misericordia, Naples
6 min walk • The Pio Monte della Misericordia is a church in the historic center of Naples, southern Italy. It is famous for its art works, including Caravaggio's The Seven Works of Mercy.
~520 ftNE
Old city gate with triumphal carvings
Porta Capuana, Naples
3 min walk • The Porta Capuana is an ancient city gate in Naples, Italy. The gate also gives name to the zone, which is one of the ten boroughs of Naples. This zone being part of the Fourth Municipality.
~460 ftSW
Library
Historic Centre of Naples, Naples
3 min walk • Considering that the site is of exceptional value. It is one of the most ancient cities in Europe, whose contemporary urban fabric preserves the elements of its long and eventful history.
~880 ftS
Baroque architecture, Church
Santissima Annunziata Maggiore, Naples
5 min walk • The Santissima Annunziata Maggiore is a basilica church located in the quartieri Pendino near Forcella, in the historic center of Naples, Italy.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Castel Capuano open?

Castel Capuano is open:

Monday 9 am - 2 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 2 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 2 pm
Thursday 9 am - 2 pm
Friday 9 am - 2 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Castel Capuano?

Nearby attractions include Fontana del Formiello, Naples (2 min walk), Chapel of the Congregation of Monte dei Poveri, Naples (3 min walk), Historic Centre of Naples, Naples (3 min walk), Santa Caterina a Formiello, Naples (3 min walk).

How to get to Castel Capuano by public transport?

The nearest stations to Castel Capuano:

Bus

Principe Umberto • Lines: 150 (5 min walk)
Piazza Garibaldi - Poerio • Lines: 150 (6 min walk)

Tram

Principe Umberto • Lines: 1, 2 (5 min walk)
Garibaldi • Lines: 1, 2 (6 min walk)

Metro

Garibaldi • Lines: 1 (8 min walk)
Duomo • Lines: 1 (11 min walk)

Train

Napoli Piazza Garibaldi (9 min walk)
Napoli Centrale (12 min walk)

Light rail

Napoli Porta Nolana • Lines: 12, 13, 14, 7, 9 (10 min walk)
Napoli Garibaldi • Lines: 12, 13, 14, 7, 9 (13 min walk)