From the vibrant streets of the city to sun-kissed beaches, dramatic cliff-hugging roads, ancient temples and island paradises, Naples and the Amalfi Coast is a hive of historical, cultural and natural beauty. With DK Eyewitness Top 10 Naples and the Amalfi Coast, the region is yours to explore.
It’s hard not to fall in love with this region: the colours, the history, the beauty. What could be better than watching the sun setting across the Bay of Naples from the Castel dell’Ovo, uncovering historical treasures at the Museo Archeologico Nazionale, devouring a Neapolitan pizza hot from the oven, seeing the pastel-coloured cascade of homes in Positano or sipping a limoncello in Amalfi? It’s all here, packed into an unforgettably beautiful landscape.
Explore the cultural and artistic treasures that lie just moments from the coast. Step back in time at the ancient towns of Pompeii and Herculaneum or visit the best-preserved Greek temples in the world at Paestum. Escape to the island of Capri for natural beauty and to soak in the warm waters of the Mediterranean Sea, or get lost amidst the grandeur of the Reggia di Caserta. With so much to see and do, this is one of Italy’s most diverse areas to discover.
Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or a week, our Top 10 guide brings together the best of everything the region has to offer, from the historic streets of Spaccanapoli to the panoramic vistas of Ravello. The guide has useful tips throughout, from seeking out what’s free to places off the beaten track, plus six easy-to-follow itineraries, designed to tie together a clutch of sights in a short space of time. Add inspiring photography and detailed maps, and you’ve got the essential pocket-sized travel companion. Enjoy the book, and enjoy Naples and the Amalfi Coast.