11 Best Day Trips from Naples Italy | The Best of Southern Italy & Amalfi Coast Italy Travel Guide

[Music] as one of the world's oldest urban areas Naples has plenty to offer its visitors you can try authentic neapolitan pizza and pasta dishes like pasta effegioli or you can visit the historic sites within the city but one of Naples biggest draws is how much there is to do both within the city limits and Beyond welcome to multi-city traps the multi-destination travel expert for personalized multi-city trips to Europe and in today's video we give you our top picks of 11 incredible day trips you can easily do from Naples new to our Travel Channel WE Post new videos every Monday and Thursday so subscribe today and ring the bell so you don't miss out on our latest travel guide inspiration tips and amazing travel itineraries available to your favorite destinations in Europe to help you make the most out of this travel guide we've listed our recommended Transportation you can consider for these day trips as well as things you can do while in each of these destinations in the video description below for a full list of recommendations click on the link provided in the description to access the blog post version of this guide on our website here are 11 of the best day trips from Naples and some tips on how you can get there number one Pompeii the city of Pompeii was once a thriving Roman city until the massive volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D covered the city with a thick layer of Ash now Pompeii is one of the world's most famous archaeological sites and you can visit to see the remains of gardens homes and businesses it's easiest to drive here and once you arrive you should plan to spend several hours exploring Pompeii and it's recommended that you rent an audio tour to help guide you through the area you can also choose to hire a certified guide either in advance or when you arrive number two Herculaneum the ancient town of hercuanium was another once thriving city that was destroyed when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 A.D raining Ash down on the area below however there's a major difference between the two archaeological sites thanks to the specific type of rock that covered the city Herculaneum was affected by pyroclastic Rock which means that organic material in the city was preserved so items like wood food beds and even Papyrus Scrolls have been at least partially recovered and studied like with Pompeii it's easiest to drive here when you visit you can also take a guided tour or hire a guide or you can choose to explore at your own pace number three Positano Positano is a lovely getaway and one of the most popular cities to visit on the Amalfi Coast it's also a popular destination for photographers and you've probably seen photos of the picturesque town before the contrast between the warm Hues of the buildings and the greens and blues of the natural Coastline creates a beautiful and Unforgettable View one of the perks of Positano is The Nightlife which features exciting nightclubs restaurants and bars Additionally you can enjoy the beaches and outdoor spaces here by planning a hike or simply a day relaxing on the sand there are several buses and ferries that you can take along the Amalfi Coast but an afternoon spent driving up and down the scenic Italian coastline is an experience in itself [Music] number four Sorrento Sorrento is one of the Amalfi coasts in northernmost settlements famed for both its gorgeous architecture and manufacturing of Limoncello a lemon flavored liquor Marina Grande's lovely Port is a must-see where you can find many fine dining options including some fantastic seafood dishes made with freshly caught fish all Sorrento's historic district is a wonderful spot to visit with an abundance of shops restaurants and quaint sidewalk cafes like with Positano Sorrento is best accessed with a car or a bus number five foreign less than an hour south of Naples by car is vietri sulmare a Hidden Gem of the Amalfi Coast it has many of the same perks as the more well-known towns along the coast but is far less busy and crowded the beaches here are quiet and peaceful and there are many local shops to explore vietri sulmare is known for its ceramic production and you can see fine examples of tile work pottery and more throughout the town you can also purchase some to take home as a souvenir number six Royal Palace of caserta the Royal Palace of caserta was built in the 18th century and is a shining example of Barack architecture it was built by the then Kings of Naples the house of bourbon two sicilies and is the largest Royal Palace in the world in terms of square footage it's a short drive away and you can book a ticket to visit the palace and there is an optional upgrade that allows you to see the palace Gardens the beautiful palace has been used as a filming location for many movies including the chronologically first two episodes of the Star Wars series number seven acionale Del Chile located just about an hour and a half from Naples by car parko nacionale Del Chile is an Italian national park that was established in 1991 to protect the natural beauty of the area and protect it from an influx of Tourism when you visit you can spend your time hiking and enjoying the Majestic Coast number eight isca just a short ferry ride away from Naples is iskia a picturesque Island that is known for its hot springs and natural spas it's worth spending a few days exploring the historic coastal towns and the lush tropical landscape of the island once you arrive by boat you'll want to rent a car to get around and make sure you see the best of what is Kia has to offer don't miss the seaside town of iskiaponte known for its medieval castle number nine Capri the stunning island of Capri is a well-known travel destination and many celebrities and notable figures vacation here it's also just about an hour's ferry ride away from Naples which isn't too bad considering how amazing the view is from the boat make sure you relax on the beautiful beaches of the island and make time to eat a traditional Caprese salad this dish consists of fresh basil leaves tomatoes and mozzarella cheese drizzled with olive oil and makes for a refreshing but filling bite to eat during a day spent enjoying the gorgeous Italian Sun number 10. pots Wally although technically part of Naples the larger metropolitan area but swally is just about 45 minutes away from the Naples City Center by car when you arrive you'll be impressed by this charming coastal town which is the largest along the flat green peninsula one of the best historic sites to visit in portswoli is the flavian amphitheater the third largest ancient Roman Amphitheater in Italy the core structure of the flavian amphitheater is surprisingly well preserved and you can tour them today if you visit number 11 Pro chida the island of krochida is located just off the coast of Naples and is easily accessible via Ferry although incredibly small crocida has plenty to offer and is relatively unknown to tourists defined by pastel structures sunny beaches and fantastic historic sites you can easily spend several days exploring the island but it's well suited for a day trip from Naples as well there is also a fantastic Nature Reserve called izola divavara which is only open a few days a week although that may make it tricky to plan a visit it truly helps preserve the incredible natural beauty of the inlet and the island as a whole there you have it our suggestion of the best day trips you can do while staying in Naples Italy we hope you find our guide helpful and if you are planning a day trip to any of these destinations mentioned in this guide ensure to check our recommended ways to get there and more things to do during your visit in the video description below want to experience the best of Europe but need help planning and finding the best vacation package visit us at multicitytrips.com today and see how our Travel Experts can help you design and personalize your trip to these incredible European 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Published: Wed Dec 28 2022