DK Eyewitness Top 10 Naples and the Amalfi Coast

by DK Eyewitness

Overview

While bustling Naples is packed with historic palaces and irresistible restaurants – plus easy access to the archaeological treasure trove of Pompeii – the Amalfi Coast promises some of Italy’s most beautiful scenery. 

Make the most of your trip to this coastal paradise with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that Naples and the Amalfi Coast have to offer and ensuring that you don’t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about. 

Inside DK Eyewitness Top 10 you will find: 

- Up-to-date information with insider tips and advice for staying safe.
- Top 10 lists of Naples and the Amalfi Coast’s must-sees, including the Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Pompeii and Herculaneum, Capri and Positano.
- Naples and the Amalfi Coast’s most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping.
- Themed lists, including the best beaches, museums, walks, local dishes and much more
- Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week
- A laminated pull-out map of Naples and the Amalfi Coast, plus five full-color area maps.

Looking for more on Naples and the Amalfi Coast’s culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Naples and the Amalfi Coast.


About DK Eyewitness:

At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780241612934
Publisher:	DK
Publication date:	04/25/2023
Series:	Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guides Series
Pages:	144
Sales rank:	240,836
Product dimensions:	3.80(w) x 7.50(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

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Our travel writers report on what to see, eat, drink and do around the world, while the very best photographs and illustrations bring cities, regions and countries to life. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations around the world, from handy pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides.

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Table of Contents

Top 10 Naples and the Amalfi Coast Highlights

Welcome to Naples and the Amalfi Coast 5

Exploring Naples and the Amalfi Coast 6

Naples and the Amalfi Coast Highlights 10

Palazzo Reale, Naples 12

Castel Nuovo, Naples 14

Duomo, Naples 16

Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Naples 18

Capodimonte, Naples 22

Certosa e Museo di San Martino 26

Pompeii and Herculaneum 30

Capri 34

Amalfi, Ravello and Positano 36

Paestum 38

The Top 10 of Everything

Moments in History 42

Churches in Naples 44

Piazzas and Fountains 46

Museums and Galleries 48

Artists and their Masterpieces 50

Icons of Popular Culture 52

Romantic Spots 54

Beaches 58

Walks 60

Off the Beaten Track 62

Children's Attractions 64

Neapolitan Dishes 66

Neapolitan Souvenirs 68

Naples and the Amalfi Coast for Free 70

Festivals and Events 72

Naples and the Amalfi Coast Area by Area

Spaccanapoli to Capodimonte 76

Toledo to Chiaia 86

Vesuvius and Around 94

The Islands, Sorrento and the South 100

Posillipo, Pozzuoli and the North 110

Streetsmart

Getting Around 118

Practical Information 122

Places to Stay 126

General Index 134

Acknowledgments 140

Phrase Book 142

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