About
The Royal Palace of Caserta, known in Italian as the Reggia di Caserta or Palazzo Reale di Caserta, stands in the city of Caserta in the Campania region of Italy. It is an 18th-century palace built for the Bourbon kings, and it is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Many visitors call it the Versailles of Italy, a comparison that reflects its grand scale and formal design.
What to expect inside
The palace is known for its opulent rooms, which give a clear sense of royal life in the period when the Bourbons ruled the region. Walking through the state apartments is the main reason most people come, and the interiors reward slow looking.
The gardens and the surroundings
Beyond the building, the vast gardens extend the visit into open, landscaped grounds. They suit a long, unhurried walk and give a fuller picture of how the palace was meant to be experienced.
- Address: Viale Douhet 2/A, 81100 Caserta, Italy
- Contact: +39 0823 448084
- Also known as: Reggia di Caserta or Palazzo Reale di Caserta
Caserta is a short distance from Naples and offers an easy base for exploring the wider Campania region. A visit here is well suited to anyone interested in architecture, royal history, or formal gardens, and it can comfortably fill a half day or more.
