{"id":17270,"date":"2024-05-14T03:51:50","date_gmt":"2024-05-14T07:51:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/?p=17270"},"modified":"2025-12-16T13:21:00","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T12:21:00","slug":"museums-in-naples","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/museums-in-naples","title":{"rendered":"5 Must-See Museums in Naples for Art Lovers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Naples is chock full of history, art, and archeological finds, which means it\u2019s a great city for museum enthusiasts. It would take you weeks to visit all the art museums in Naples, but the good news is that you can\u2019t go wrong with any of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide will highlight 5 of the most breathtaking art museums in the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Insider\u2019s tip<\/strong>: Public museums are free every first Sunday of the month. All museums in this guide, apart from San Severo, are included in the initiative. For the full list of participating museums and archeological sites, visit the culture minister\u2019s website.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/casey-lovegrove-_I-x2-OmY2s-unsplash-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Ancient Roman fresco in Italy. \" class=\"wp-image-17324\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/casey-lovegrove-_I-x2-OmY2s-unsplash-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/casey-lovegrove-_I-x2-OmY2s-unsplash-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/casey-lovegrove-_I-x2-OmY2s-unsplash-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/casey-lovegrove-_I-x2-OmY2s-unsplash.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">No need to go all the way to Pompeii \u2013 you can see frescoes and art at museums in Naples. Photo credit: Casey Lovegrove<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #443d47;color:#443d47\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #443d47;color:#443d47\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/museums-in-naples\/#Museo_Archeologico_Nazionale_di_Napoli\" title=\"Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli\">Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/museums-in-naples\/#Museo_Capella_San_Severo\" title=\"Museo Capella San Severo\">Museo Capella San Severo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/museums-in-naples\/#Museo_Nazionale_di_Capodimonte\" title=\"Museo Nazionale di Capodimonte\">Museo Nazionale di Capodimonte<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/museums-in-naples\/#Museo_Nazionale_di_San_Martino\" title=\"Museo Nazionale di San Martino&nbsp;\">Museo Nazionale di San Martino&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/museums-in-naples\/#Palazzo_Reale\" title=\"Palazzo Reale\">Palazzo Reale<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Museo_Archeologico_Nazionale_di_Napoli\"><\/span>Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli (say that five times fast) is THE museum of Naples. You could spend an entire day here. It\u2019s home to frescoes and mosaics from Pompeii and Herculaneum, an Egyptian collection with mummies, and relics of Mediterranean history spanning from the paleolithic era to modern day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most popular collections, though, is the <em>gabinetto segreto<\/em> (secret room). It\u2019s a collection of ancient Roman erotic art. There are over 250 pieces of creative erotic art mostly collected from Pompeii and Herculaneum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/5963037471_ecc8e19dbe_k-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"People walking around the main hall of the Archeology Museum in Naples. Photo credit: \" class=\"wp-image-17321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/5963037471_ecc8e19dbe_k-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/5963037471_ecc8e19dbe_k-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/5963037471_ecc8e19dbe_k-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/5963037471_ecc8e19dbe_k.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli is the place to visit if you&#8217;re into art. Photo credit: Jeremy Weate<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Museo_Capella_San_Severo\"><\/span>Museo Capella San Severo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to have a museum experience without being overwhelmed by massive collections of art, check out Museo Capella San Severo. It\u2019s a small but impactful baroque chapel built in 1613.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s home to the Veiled Christ (1753), widely considered to be one of the most impressive sculptures in the world. The marble sculptures present in the chapel have a level of detail, precision, and beauty rarely seen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cristo_Velato_Volto-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Close up of Veiled Christ in Naples must see museum. \" class=\"wp-image-17271\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cristo_Velato_Volto-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cristo_Velato_Volto-600x751.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cristo_Velato_Volto-768x961.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cristo_Velato_Volto.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The impeccable artistry of the Veiled Christ makes it a must see while in Naples. Photo credit: David Sivyer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Traveler&#8217;s tip<\/strong>: Once you&#8217;ve had your fill of amazing art in Naples, maybe you&#8217;d like to see a lesser-known side of this city? Well, we&#8217;ve got you covered with our list of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/unusual-things-to-do-in-naples\">8 Unusual Things to Do in Naples, Italy<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Museo_Nazionale_di_Capodimonte\"><\/span>Museo Nazionale di Capodimonte<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Museo Nazionale di Capodimonte is a former royal palace and hunting grounds. The museum was created in 1735 when King Charles VII of Naples and Sicily needed a place to store his Farnese art collection, by that time already. It\u2019s now home to classic masterpieces by Caravaggio and modern pieces by Warhol.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Look for the iconic Warhol prints of Vesuvius. It\u2019s also located within a sprawling park, one of the only large green areas of the city. Perfect for a post-museum picnic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s about a 10 minute drive from the city center. Take the 168 or C63 bus from Piazza Dante or the 178 bus from the National Museum. Or grab a taxi.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sale_88-90_Museo_di_Capodimonte_001-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"People walking around Museo Nazionale di Capodimonte.\" class=\"wp-image-17322\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sale_88-90_Museo_di_Capodimonte_001-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sale_88-90_Museo_di_Capodimonte_001-600x402.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sale_88-90_Museo_di_Capodimonte_001-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sale_88-90_Museo_di_Capodimonte_001.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Get lost in the artwork at Museo Nazionale di Capodimonte. Photo credit: Mentnafunangann<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Museo_Nazionale_di_San_Martino\"><\/span>Museo Nazionale di San Martino&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Museo Nazionale di San Martino is up the hill in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.walksofitaly.com\/blog\/things-to-do\/vomero-naples\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vomero<\/a> neighborhood. Some of its standout features are immaculately maintained baroque church, beautiful courtyard gardens, and royal boats and carriages from the 17<sup>th<\/sup> and 18<sup>th<\/sup> centuries.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before going into the museum, you can enjoy the San Martino lookout point that gives you a full panoramic view of the city and Vesuvius. One of the most important works in the museum is the <em>tavola strozzi<\/em>, a detailed painting of Naples in the 1400\u2019s. It\u2019s interesting to compare the city of -600 years ago to the one today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/francesco-baerhard-bb3Ma2sA61o-unsplash-1024x680.jpg\" alt=\"Panoramic view of Naples and Vesuvius near Museo Nazionale di San Martino.  \" class=\"wp-image-17273\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/francesco-baerhard-bb3Ma2sA61o-unsplash-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/francesco-baerhard-bb3Ma2sA61o-unsplash-600x399.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/francesco-baerhard-bb3Ma2sA61o-unsplash-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/francesco-baerhard-bb3Ma2sA61o-unsplash.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Don&#8217;t miss out on the panoramic view at the San Martino lookout point. Photo credit: Francesco Baerhard<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Palazzo_Reale\"><\/span>Palazzo Reale<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Experience the royal life for a day by visiting the Palazzo Reale in majestic Piazza Plebiscito. The palace was built in 1600 and has been a throughline in the royal history of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can wander through the <em>appartamento storico<\/em>, or the various apartments and chambers of the palace. The lavish rooms\u2014a throne room, royal bedrooms, a court theater\u2014offer a unique opportunity to experience the history of the city for yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Traveler&#8217;s tip<\/strong>: Feeling hungry after all of that art exploration? Well, you are in pizza heaven so why not take a look at our list of the absolute <a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/best-pizza-in-naples-italy\">Best Pizza Places in Naples<\/a> to find your favorite. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It was hard to narrow down the list of museums to write about in Naples because of the sheer number of fantastic museums. We chose five of the most memorable ones in the city for you to enjoy. Remember, all public museums are free the first Sunday of the month &#8211; don\u2019t miss the top art museums in Naples if you\u2019re in the city at that time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" src=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sala_XXIV_Palazzo_Reale_di_Napoli_001-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"A red room with paintings and a chandelier at Palazzo Reale.\" class=\"wp-image-17275\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sala_XXIV_Palazzo_Reale_di_Napoli_001-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sala_XXIV_Palazzo_Reale_di_Napoli_001-600x402.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sala_XXIV_Palazzo_Reale_di_Napoli_001-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Sala_XXIV_Palazzo_Reale_di_Napoli_001.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Feel like royalty for the day as you explore Palazzo Reale. Photo credit: Mentnafunangann<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ready to turn your trip into an unforgettable experience?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Discover the full range of expertly led experiences at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/\">Take Walks Tours<\/a><\/strong> where passionate local guides bring history, stories, and iconic sights to life. From world-famous landmarks and museums to immersive food and cultural experiences, these small-group guided tours offer deeper insight, seamless access, and unforgettable moments you\u2019d miss on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Explore with experts who know it best, and see the country through local eyes.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p> &#8230; <a title=\"5 Must-See Museums in Naples for Art Lovers\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.takewalks.com\/blog\/museums-in-naples\" aria-label=\"More on 5 Must-See Museums in Naples for Art Lovers\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":22,"featured_media":17274,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[736,737],"tags":[759,1083,1082],"ppma_author":[670],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>5 Must-See Museums in Naples for Art Lovers<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Curious about where the best museums in Naples are? 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