About
The Capodimonte Museum, also known as the Museo di Capodimonte, occupies a former royal palace on a hill above Naples, in the Campania region of southern Italy. It is found at Via Miano 2, in the 80131 district of the city, and makes a visit that combines a large art collection with time spent outdoors.
What to see inside
The building was once a royal residence, and its rooms now hold one of Italy's finest art collections. Visitors come to see works by Caravaggio, Titian and Parmigianino, three painters whose names are central to the story of Italian art. The galleries give a sense of how the palace's past as a home for the court still shapes the way the collection is arranged and displayed.
The setting
The museum stands within beautiful parklands, and from its grounds there are views over Naples. Because of this, the visit suits those who want to balance time indoors with a walk outside. Allow room in your day to move between the galleries and the gardens rather than rushing through the collection.
Planning your visit
- Getting there: the museum is on Via Miano, on the city's hills, so it is a short journey from the centre by taxi or public transport.
- Contact: to check details before you go, you can call +39 081 7499111.
- Pace: a palace and its parks make a full visit, so plan a few hours for both.
For visitors interested in Renaissance and Baroque painting, the Capodimonte Museum offers a focused and rewarding stop in Naples, with a royal building, important paintings and open views of the city.