Chiaia

Naples

Chiaia
Chiaia
Chiaia
Chiaia
Chiaia
Mingle with the locals in the historic park, explore the little aquarium or gaze out to sea from this stylish part of the Italian city of “Napoli.”

Chiaia, sitting just to the west of the city center, stands out because it is a more upmarket part of Naples. It is where you will find the Villa Comunale, the former royal villa with gardens that once lined the seafront. This large public park and the surrounding culture, dining and shopping options make Chiaia a popular part of the city.

Begin your visit with a walk along the Lungomare, Chiaia’s long oceanfront esplanade, to take in the views and enjoy the atmosphere. Views out across the bay take in the conical peak of Vesuvius and the island of Capri in the distance. If you wish to stretch out in the sun, head to the rocky shoreline near the Rotunda Diaz that has a small section of beach behind a breakwater.

Cross over to the parklands of the Villa Comunale and stroll in the shade of the plane and pine trees. Stop often to admire the graceful statues and fountains dotted throughout the park. You are walking in the footsteps of King Ferdinand IV who created the Villa Comunale in the late 18th century. It remained private and for royal use only until 1869, when it was opened to the public after the unification of Italy.

Discover the underwater world in one of Europe’s oldest aquariums. The little Anton Dohrn Zoological Station was founded in 1872 and doubles as the Sea Turtle Research Center. The aquarium may be little, but local scientists use it for research, education and conservation in collaboration with international partners.

Treat yourself to a meal or a drink at one of Chiaia’s many excellent cafés or restaurants. Whether you choose pasta, cured meats, cheese or local wine and beer, the fresh southern Italian food doesn’t disappoint. Buy a sweet gelato for dessert and stroll back to the park to watch the world go by.

When the evening rolls in, the locals come out to stroll along the waterfront, often dressed up in their finest. Join them in this passeggiata ritual or watch them go by as you sip on a glass of fine Italian wine. The Italians know how to live the good life and here in Chiaia they will show you how to do it in style.


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Top hotels in Chiaia

Grand Hotel Parkers
Grand Hotel Parkers
5 out of 5
Corso Vittorio Emanuele 135, Naples, NA
The price is €468 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
€468
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Naples. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (762 reviews)
"Dwfef"

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2025

Grand Hotel Parkers
Hotel Paradiso, BW Signature Collection
Hotel Paradiso, BW Signature Collection
4 out of 5
Via Catullo 11, Naples, NA
The price is €151 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
€151
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (516 reviews)
"Only critique was the cost for the pre-arranged ride to the Port, which was twice as expensive as a taxi. Felt taken advantage of."

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2025

Hotel Paradiso, BW Signature Collection
Exe Majestic
Exe Majestic
4 out of 5
Largo Vasto a Chiaia, 68, Naples, NA
The price is €130 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
€130
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (874 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2025

Exe Majestic
De Bonart Naples, Curio Collection by Hilton
De Bonart Naples, Curio Collection by Hilton
5 out of 5
Corso Vittorio Emanuele , 133, Naples, NA
The price is €252 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
€252
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (125 reviews)
"Haven in busy Napoli. Friendly, helpful staff and top spec clean rooms. Easy road access but at least fifteen minutes walk/funicular to get to cafes, shops etc. Book spa access slot in advance (free to guests), had it all to ourselves for 45 mins, which is nice, but they only switch it on as per ..."

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2025

De Bonart Naples, Curio Collection by Hilton
Palazzo Alabardieri
Palazzo Alabardieri
4 out of 5
Via Alabardieri 38, Naples, NA
The price is €182 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
€182
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (729 reviews)
"Staff were great, courteous and very helpful. Property and room was clean. Breakfast was not great and amenities were few but generally a good place to stay"

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2025

Palazzo Alabardieri
Boutique Hotel Metro 900
Boutique Hotel Metro 900
4 out of 5
corso Vittorio Emanule 6, Naples, NA
The price is €146 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
€146
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (146 reviews)
"Property is literally connected to the train station. At night there are a lot of homeless people that camp out there right on the train station steps, literally a few feet from the front door of the hotel. You have to get buzzed into the hotel, understandably. It might be a little bit awkward for ..."

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024

Boutique Hotel Metro 900
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Other neighbourhoods around Chiaia

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Vomero

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Get to know Vomero and its many features like its restaurants and museums. You might want to explore sights like Castel Sant'Elmo and Carthusian Monastery of San Martino, and you can jump on the metro at Quattro Giornate Station or Vanvitelli Station to get around the city.

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Mergellina

If you're spending time in Mergellina, check out sights like Via Caracciolo e Lungomare di Napoli or Port of Mergellina and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Naples Mergellina Station or Arco Mirelli - Repubblica Station.

Mergellina
San Francesco di Paola showing a church or cathedral and street scenes

San Ferdinando

If you're spending time in San Ferdinando, check out sights like Molo Beverello Port or Via Toledo and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chiaia - Monte di Dio Station or Municipio Station.

San Ferdinando
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Quartieri Spagnoli

Waterfront views and coffee shops are highlights of Quartieri Spagnoli. Make a stop by Via Toledo or Casa e Chiesa di Santa Maria Francesca delle Cinque Piaghe while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Toledo Station to get around town.

Quartieri Spagnoli
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Montecalvario

If you're spending some time in Montecalvario, Via Toledo and Pignasecca Market are top sights worth seeing.

Montecalvario
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Santa Lucia

While visiting Santa Lucia, you might make a stop by sights like Via Partenope and Santa Maria della Catena Church.

Santa Lucia

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