Lonely PlanetAug 12, 2026
Lonely Planet’s guide to overtourism in Naples
Find out what locals mean by "overtourism" in Naples, and learn how you can avoid being part of the problem.
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- Archaeological Museum in BaiaMuseumFills the former Aragonese castle.
- Terme di BaiaSightComplex with Roman arches and inverted fig tree.
- Elsewhere
- Grand Hotel Parker’sHotelNaples, ItalyAdagiato su una collina che domina il Golfo di Napoli, il Grand Hotel Parker…
- Ostello BelloHostelNaples, ItalyFantastic rooftop overlooking the city center.
- 6 Small RoomsGuest houseNaples, ItalyFeels like you’re amongst friends.
- Salumeria MalinconicoDeliNaples, ItalyFourth-generation salumeria with food, drink, art collaborators.
- Santa MaradonaRestaurantNaples, ItalyNeighborhood meeting point for real meals.
- Officina FlegreaBarNaples, ItalyProduces subversive, ironic screen-printed clothes and accessories.
- Casa CometaPlaceNaples, ItalyTerry di Renzo’s ceramics workshop.
- Sirena CiacionaSightNaples, ItalyIconic street art by Trallallà.
- TrallallàPlaceNaples, ItalyStudio for signed prints and lithographs.
- The NapolitanerPlaceNaples, ItalyReimagines symbols of Neapolitan life in design.
- Via DuomoNeighborhoodNaples, ItalyPermanent store for The Napolitaner.
- La SantissimaPlaceNaples, ItalyCultural center with events and festivals.
- Palazzo VeneziaPlaceNaples, ItalyHosts live music, art exhibitions, language lessons.
- A’MbasciataPlaceNaples, ItalyBest spots for a night out: dancing, magic, burlesque.
- Cimitero delle FontanelleSightNaples, ItalyNewly restored cemetery in Sanità.
- VomeroSuburbNaples, ItalyArea to wander above Castel Sant'Elmo.
- Campi FlegreiNeighborhoodNaples, ItalySeaside towns known for seismic activity and passionate locals.
- Flavian AmphitheaterSightPozzuoli, ItalyAmphitheater in Pozzuoli.
- Mar LimoneRestaurantPozzuoli, ItalyLunch by one of Campania’s best chefs.
- Artemisia DomusHotelNaples, Italy
- Atelier InèsHotelNaples, Italy
- Grand Hotel VesuvioHotelNaples, Italy
- Cantina degli AstroniPlaceCampi Flegrei, Italy