CASTEL SANT ELMO

Witness the stunning beauty of Naples from the Castel Sant’Elmo, which offers magnificent panoramic views of the Neapolitan countryside, islands, Mount Vesuvius, Sorrento peninsula, and the sprawling city. Discover the magic of 20th-century Neapolitan art as you explore the Museo del Novecento within the fourteenth-century fortress. Visitors can enjoy a fun cable car ride or a hiking journey during their Castel Sant’Elmo tour.

Witness the best views of the city from the Castel Sant’Elmo, one of the top places to visit in Naples. Located on top of the Vomero Hill, Castel Sant’Elmo offers visitors stunning panoramic views that stretch to the Neapolitan countryside, islands, Mount Vesuvius, Sorrento peninsula, and the sprawling city.

Dating back to the fourteenth century, the hexagonal star-shaped fortress of Castel Sant’Elmo is a historical landmark that currently serves as a museum and exhibition hall. One of the most prominent attractions of the castle-fortress is the Museo del Novecento, which has an impressive collection of 20th-century Neapolitan artworks. Admire the paintings, sculptures and other installations of the museum which include La Schiena by Eugenio Viti and Le Quattro Giornate di Napoli by Raffaele Lippi. Castel Sant’Elmo is also known for its vibrant cultural events. Enjoy a cable car ride up the hill or simply hike along the way with your loved ones.

Highlights

•  Indulge in breathtaking views of the city as you visit Castel Sant’Elmo, one of the most popular places to visit in Naples.
• Located on top of the Vomero Hill, Castel Sant’Elmo offers views of the Neapolitan countryside and city, islands, Mount Vesuvius, and Sorrento peninsula
•  Dating back to the fourteenth century, the castle-fortress today functions as a historical landmark and art museum.
•  Discover 20th-century Neapolitan art as you explore the Museo del Novecento’s paintings, sculptures and other artworks
•  Enjoy a cable car ride or hike along the way with your loved ones to reach the Castel Sant’Elmo.