Naples is one of those cities that you don’t forget easily: its colours, its voice and its contrasts go straight to the heart. The city, which according to the myth was founded by the siren Partenope, is full of artistic beauties, museums, characteristic corners and hidden treasures: among the reasons why Naples is worth a visit there are its museums, its chaotic alleys, its majestic churches and of course its gastronomy. A single day will not be enough to really understand the city, but it is still a good start to get to know it. In this article we decided to help you choose what to see and what to do in one day in Naples.

Visit the Duomo

There is no better place to start visiting Naples than the Duomo: here, in fact, you will be able to perceive the true soul of the Neapolitans, their devotion and affection for their city.

The Duomo is not only one of the most beautiful churches in Naples, but a true symbol of the capital of Campania. Among the magnificent works of Luca Giordano and the sumptuous chapels here is kept the blood of St. Gennaro, patron saint of Naples.

Every year, in front of the Cathedral, the citizens and the believers wait with trepidation for the Miracle of the liquefaction of blood to happen.

Strolling through San Gregorio Armeno

At this point your day in Naples can continue through the magnificent alleys of the city.

One of the most characteristic places is San Gregorio Armeno, better known as ” the street of the cribs“. The shops on either side of the street sell all kinds of figurines, from classic images to contemporary characters who during the year have “deserved” a place among the figures of the Neapolitan crib.

During your walk don’t forget to visit the Church of San Gregorio Armeno, one of the best examples of Neapolitan Baroque.

Eat a pizza

Around San Gregorio Armeno you will find a number of excellent pizzerias.

We don’t need to remind you that among the typical dishes to taste in Naples, pizza is a must, right?

If you spend just one day in Naples, you can’t miss the pleasure of this delicious stopover. If you are curious to discover all its secrets, then you could take time out to participate in a real pizza lesson!

Take Spaccanapoli

After San Gregorio Armeno, the time has come to take another of the most famous streets of the city: Spaccanapoli.

The street is one of the oldest in the capital of Campania and develops along one of the ancient decumani, from the district of Forcella to the Spanish Quarters.

Along the street you can do some shopping, stop to visit the Church of Gesù Nuovo and the Monastery of Santa Chiara or stop at the Sansevero Chapel to admire the Veiled Christ by Giuseppe Sanmartino, one of the most fascinating works of art ever.