Naples' Historic Castles
This collection features Naples' most significant castles and fortresses, spanning medieval, Renaissance, and royal architectures. Highlights include seaside fortifications like Castel dell'Ovo, the central medieval Castel Nuovo with its civic museum, and the hilltop defensive Castel Sant'Elmo, each showcasing Naples' strategic and cultural history through centuries.
A New Castle
Historic medieval castle and civic museum featuring art, frescoes, and sculptures. It has served as a royal residence and cultural site since 1266.
B Castel dell'Ovo
Historic seafront castle built on the island of Megaride, featuring Norman architecture and panoramic views of the Bay of Naples.
C Castel Sant'Elmo
Castel Sant'Elmo is a medieval fortress located on Vomero Hill adjacent to the Certosa di San Martino, overlooking Naples, Italy.
D Royal Palace of Portici
The Royal Palace of Portici is a former royal palace in Portici, Southeast of Naples along the coast, in the region of Campania, Italy.
E Castello Aragonese di Baia
Renaissance fortress from the late 15th century located in Baia, notable for its coastal defense architecture.
F Castello medievale
Castle
G Bastione di Parsano
A fortified bastion forming part of Naples' historic defensive structures.
Castello Lauritano
Castle
I Torre del Castello dell'Annunziata
Castle
J Torre Ranieri
Historic defensive tower in the Posillipo district, formerly part of Naples' city fortifications.
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