What are the most romantic things to do in Naples? We have selected 10 so that you can discover them all.

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There are certainly no shortage of romantic things to do in Naples. Naples, with its timeless charm, offers a unique stage for unforgettable romantic moments. The city, in fact, is among the most beautiful jewels of Southern Italy.

Between breathtaking views and timeless panoramas, there are countless places to visit, in the name of undisputed and incomparable romanticism. Discover, together with your partner or loved ones, the romantic essence of this fascinating city with a series of experiences that will make your time together even more special.

To make the most of your romantic experience in the city, you'll need an ally to keep your mind off things. Naples Pass is the tourist card that allows you to visit the city's main attractions and travel on public transportation for the duration of your stay.

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Romantic things to do in Naples: the most charming places

Romantic locations of the city

Romantic locations of the city

Among the most romantic things to do in Naples, you will find that walking through its streets, so steeped in poetry and magic, is already a thick experience, which you cannot do without. It is precisely among those alleys that the power of love, simple and essential, is embodied.

Ancient houses and buildings that line the streets mark a multitude of experiences. A multitude of faces populate every glimpse of the fantastic city. In every face there is the purest love. Naples lives on the love that flows through it, thanks to the people who populate it and enrich it from moment to moment.

10. A romantic walk at sunset on the Mergellina seafront

View of Vesuvius from Mergellina

View of Vesuvius from Mergellina

Mergellina, now famous Neapolitan scenery, is the Neapolitan romantic location par excellence. The beauty of the seafront combines with the features of a city so immense and bright that it seems inexhaustible and infinite. Between bars and diners, couples and families meet and walk admiring and being inspired by the unparalleled colors of Naples, a unique city in the world.

9. Let's live romantic moments among the alleys and streets of Naples

The romantic glimpses of Naples

The romantic glimpses of Naples

You sip the unspeakability of the greatest love on the streets of Naples. Walking through the crowded streets of Spaccanapoli and crossing the narrow alleys of the neighborhoods, tributaries to the city, is following the map of love.

Getting lost among little shops and monuments, between one bite and another, is like letting yourself go into the arms of romance. Friendly faces and smiling glances walk these streets, eager to host love in all its forms. This is demonstrated by the enormity of the intimate spaces that are there and by the multiple artistic manifestations that we find right in the streets.

Immersing yourself among the shops and the multitude of shops in Via Toledo, holding hands, is a unique experience - which allows you to combine a shopping experience with the discovery of the city itself. Then, sitting down to enjoy a good Neapolitan coffee is a unique and unmissable moment.

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8. Loving, in the romantic places of Naples, is eating

A Neapolitan pizza, in the most popular romantic locations in the city

A Neapolitan pizza, in the most popular romantic locations in the city

The scene of the splendid actress Julia Roberts, intent on savoring Neapolitan pizza within the walls of the Antica Pizzeria da Michele, is very famous. That frame, imprinted in our imagination of Neapolitan culture, well explains a golden rule for Neapolitans: if he loves you, she makes you eat.

In every corner of Naples it is possible to taste and eat typical local dishes and more. Love is well demonstrated between steaming puff pastries and wallet pizzas, mixed seafood and land fried foods and coffee - the latter becoming a symbol of generosity and altruism following the birth of "suspended coffee", a coffee paid in advance for anyone feel like it.

7. The magic of Naples, between ancient walls and romantic gardens

A romantic view of Castel dell'Ovo

A romantic view of Castel dell'Ovo

Exploring the Castel dell'Ovo together, an ancient symbol of mystery and legend, is a truly romantic discovery. In fact, the visit is divided between very romantic views and opportunities for reflection.

Climb Castel Sant'Elmo together to admire Naples from a unique perspective. The panoramic view from the fortress offers a unique and magical atmosphere, especially at sunset.

It is an oasis of serenity in the heart of Naples, the Cloister of Santa Chiara, a suggestive and romantic place, immersed in nature; here, you can escape from the frenzy of the city, tireless and passionate.

Visiting the Maschio Angioino can also offer an unforgettable experience; located next to the center, in the area adjacent to the port of Naples, it has a fascinating history. It is often home to unmissable exhibitions. How can you give up the view of this area of the city?

6. A romantic ride to Piazza del Plebiscito

A romantic location in Naples: Piazza del Plebiscito

A romantic location in Naples: Piazza del Plebiscito

The majestic and famous Piazza del Plebiscito, with the Royal Palace and the Basilica of San Francesco di Paola, transforms into an enchanting place at night. Try sitting on the benches or on the stairs or on the cobblestones of the street and admire the beauty of the architectural treasure that is Naples.

Stopping for a tasty aperitif, after a day full of the most majestic Neapolitan beauties and delicacies, is the perfect way to honor Naples, from its Piazza del Plebiscito, for example.

5. Admire the Gulf of Naples from every perspective

The Gulf of Naples from the romantic Virgiliano Park

The Gulf of Naples from the romantic Virgiliano Park

It can truly be an unrepeatable experience to take a moment to admire the vastness of the Gulf, and in Naples there are many perspectives that allow us to do so. These views, then, represent glimpses well known precisely for their romanticism.

Leaving from the port of Naples, by boat, and following the routes that lead to Capri and the Blue Grotto, is a unique romantic experience. The crystal clear waters will shine before your eyes and the scorching and loving light of the sun create a magical atmosphere, perfect for unrepeatable romantic moments.

On the Posillipo promontory, then, inside the Virgiliano Park, there is a side that overlooks the sea. Right from here it is possible to admire the Gulf of Naples.

4. Have a romantic experience among the romantic paths of Vesuvius

A different experience among the romantic paths of Vesuvius

A different experience among the romantic paths of Vesuvius

A tour to discover nature, along the paths that run alongside Vesuvius, offers impressive and beautiful views of the city of Naples. Right from here it is possible to ditch Naples in its entirety. Between characteristic fauna and flora and stories full of life, Vesuvius offers more than a romantic panorama: it is a breathtaking place.

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3. A trip to the romantic Borgo of Marechiaro

The romantic Borgo of Marechiaro

The romantic Borgo of Marechiaro

I don't need anything except love and the sea” – I heard him say one day. This is what you feel when visiting the wonderful "borgo" of Marechiaro, an enchanting jewel set among the stones and reflected in the sea. Here, in fact, you can hear the sea and experience the essentiality of love, above all else. Marechiaro, which has become a famous location thanks to the continuous photographic and cinematographic references of recent times, is the romantic place par excellence.

2. Discovering the romantic locations of the coast

Glimpse of the romantic locations of the coast

Glimpse of the romantic locations of the coast

Getting lost among the most beautiful roads and most enchanting paths in Italy is possible by following the roads that lead to the views offered by the Amalfi coast. Breathtaking views are countless on the journey; Centuries-old artisans' workshops and inns line the streets, offering indelible romantic experiences.

1. Catch a romantic show at the Teatro San Carlo

The San Carlo Theatre, romantic location in Naples

The San Carlo Theatre, romantic location in Naples

Conclude an evening by attending a show at the Teatro San Carlo, the oldest continuously active opera house in the world. The unparalleled magic of the Neapolitan stage is recognized throughout the world.

Romantic things to do in Naples: which is your favorite?

The romantic streets of Naples

The romantic streets of Naples

There are countless experiences you can have in Naples, in the name of love and romance. Naples is an unrepeatable city for this very reason: everywhere, in this place, you can breathe love. It's nice to be lulled by this feeling that radiates and explodes in the streets, in the houses, in the shops and workshops. Naples is love, between present and past. Naples is passion, between Maradona's murals and the altars, the statues and the castles. Naples is the romance between the thick smoke of a hot, freshly baked puff pastry and the first bite of a margherita pizza.

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