Palace of Capodimonte, Naples

Name: Palace of Capodimonte
Address: Naples, Italy

#228 among attractions in Naples

Baroque architecture, Palace, Vernacular architecture

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The Royal Palace of Capodimonte is a large palazzo in Naples, Italy. It was formerly the summer residence and hunting lodge of the Bourbon kings of the Two Sicilies, one of the two royal palaces in Naples. Today, it comprises the National Museum of Capodimonte and the Royal Forest. The palace was constructed on its somewhat cooler hilltop location just outside the city, with urban Naples ultimately expanding around it. ()

Local name: Reggia di Capodimonte Architectural style: Neoclassicism, BaroqueCoordinates: 40°52'1"N, 14°15'2"E

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Municipalità 3 (San Carlo all'Arena)Naples Italy

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Palace of Capodimonte – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museo di Capodimonte, Palazzo dello Spagnolo, San Gennaro dei Poveri, Real Albergo dei Poveri.

~140 ftNE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Palace of Capodimonte?

Nearby attractions include Murano Glass Museum, Naples (1 min walk), Museo di Capodimonte, Naples (1 min walk), Santa Maria delle Grazie a Capodimonte, Naples (6 min walk), Basilica dell'Incoronata Madre del Buon Consiglio, Naples (7 min walk).

How to get to Palace of Capodimonte by public transport?

The nearest stations to Palace of Capodimonte:

Bus

Via Capodimonte • Lines: 168, 178, 190, C67, R4 (3 min walk)
Capodimonte • Lines: 168, 178, A, C67, R4 (6 min walk)

Train

Napoli Piazza Cavour (22 min walk)
Napoli Piazza Garibaldi (37 min walk)

Metro

Materdei • Lines: 1 (23 min walk)
Museo • Lines: 1 (24 min walk)

Tram

Ponte Casanova Ist. Sogliano • Lines: 1, 2 (32 min walk)
Principe Umberto • Lines: 1, 2 (33 min walk)