VISIT NAPLES AND AMALFI COAST TRAVEL TIPS by Sal

 🇮🇹 Planning an Italian getaway? For the ultimate mix of ancient history and Southern vibes, the 6-day Rome & Naples split is EXACTLY what you need! 🚄✨

Here is how to conquer your first 3 days in Rome stress-free, plus the TOP-RATED tours you must book before they sell out! 👇🏛️

🏛️ DAY 1: The Glory of Ancient Rome Start your trip with the heavy hitters! You cannot come to Rome and miss the Gladiators' arena. 🌅 Morning: The Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. ⚠️ Admin Tip: Do NOT wait in the 3-hour ticket line under the sun! ⭐ Highly Recommended: Check the first comment for the Top-Rated VIP Skip-the-Line Guided Tour links! ☀️ Afternoon: Walk up to the Altar of the Fatherland (Piazza Venezia) for panoramic views, then explore the Capitoline Hill. 🌙 Evening: Head to the Monti neighborhood for your very first authentic Carbonara! 🍝🍷

✅ Best Carbonara in rome - quartiere Monti 

👨🏻‍🍳Dar Bruttone Rione Monti 📍Via dei Serpenti, 113, 00184 Roma RM   -   👨🏻‍🍳al42 by Pasta Chef rione Monti 📍Via Baccina, 42, 00184 Roma RM

🇻🇦 DAY 2: Art, Popes & Piazzas 🌅 Morning: Vatican City. The Sistine Chapel will leave you speechless, but the crowds can be overwhelming. ⚠️ Admin Tip: Early access is the ONLY way to do this stress-free. ⭐ Highly Recommended: Check the comments below to secure your Early Access Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Tour! ☀️ Afternoon: Stroll through the Baroque heart of Rome. See Castel Sant'Angelo, Piazza Navona, and marvel at the Pantheon. 🌙 Evening: Cross the river to Trastevere for incredible street food, local vibes, and a romantic sunset walk. 🌅

⛲ DAY 3: La Dolce Vita & Heading South! 🌅 Morning: Toss your coin into the Trevi Fountain (do it early to beat the crowds! 🪙), walk up the Spanish Steps, and relax in the beautiful Villa Borghese gardens. ⭐ Want a local taste? Join a Top-Rated Rome Street Food & Walking Tour before leaving (link in the comments!). ☀️ Afternoon: Time to head South! 🎒 Make sure to book your high-speed train tickets well in advance to get the best prices. You can choose either 🚄 Italo Treno or 🚄 Trenitalia (Frecciarossa). Departing from Roma Termini, in just 1 hour and 15 minutes, you'll arrive in the vibrant, chaotic, and beautiful city of NAPLES! 🌋🍕

🏠 Where to stay in Naples? Always base yourself in the heart of the historic center! I host travelers at my two Top-Rated Superhost Airbnbs just steps from the Toledo Metro Station 🚇—the absolute best hub for food and day trips. Check the comments below to find the direct links to my properties, or send me a DM for availability! 📩

Welcome to the South! You just stepped off the high-speed train from Rome, and now the real chaos, flavor, and magic begin. Naples is raw, loud, and incredibly beautiful.

Forget the tourist traps; here is how to spend the final 3 days diving deep into the true soul of Naples, exploring ancient ruins, and eating the world's best food! 👇

🌋 DAY 4: The Heart of Naples & Subterranean Secrets 🎒 Morning: Drop your bags! The golden rule is to base yourself right in the historic center. I host travelers daily at my two Top-Rated Superhost Airbnbs just steps from the Toledo Metro Station 🚇—the absolute best location to walk everywhere! Send me a DM for availability! 📩 🚶‍♂️ Late Morning: Walk down Spaccanapoli, see the incredible Veiled Christ (book weeks in advance!), and explore Naples Underground (Napoli Sotterranea). 🍕 Afternoon: Time for the best pizza of your life! L'Antica Pizzeria da Michele is the mandatory stop. Yes, there is a line. Yes, it is 100% worth it. 🌇 Evening: Walk along the Lungomare (promenade) at sunset with a view of Mount Vesuvius, holding a classic Neapolitan folded pizza (pizza a portafoglio) or a fried cuoppo. 🍤

🏛️ DAY 5: Ashes & Fire (Pompeii & Vesuvius) 🌅 Morning: Take the train to Pompeii. Do NOT show up without a skip-the-line ticket, or you will melt in the sun waiting to get inside! ⭐ Highly Recommended: Check the first comment for the Top-Rated Pompeii Skip-the-Line Guided Tour links! 🌋 Afternoon: Hike up to the crater of Mount Vesuvius to see where the destruction came from. (Alternatively, explore the incredibly preserved ruins of Herculaneum!). 🌙 Evening: Head back to Naples, relax in the vibrant Piazza Bellini, grab an Aperol Spritz, and soak in the local street energy. 🍹

💀 DAY 6: Rione Sanità & Underground Art 🌅 Morning: Dive into the fascinating Rione Sanità for an epic, jam-packed morning of art and history! Start by exploring the ancient ☠️Catacombs of San Gennaro, a massive underground world of early Christian history. Immediately after, continue your underground journey to the ☠️Catacombs of San Gaudioso. Conclude this incredible morning block right nearby at the 🗿Jago Museum, witnessing mind-blowing contemporary marble sculptures! 🏰 Afternoon: Take the funicular up to the Vomero neighborhood. 🏰Visit Castel Sant'Elmo for a jaw-dropping, 360-degree sunset view over the entire Bay of Naples. 🌙 Evening: Final farewell dinner in the historic center! To end your trip with the absolute best local food, you MUST book a table at one of these top-rated authentic spots: 🍷 Locanda del Gesù Nuovo 📍 Via Giovanni Paladino, 26 (Incredible traditional Neapolitan dishes!) 🍝 Taverna dell'Arte 📍 Rampe S. Giovanni Maggiore, 1 (Cozy, historic, and unmissable flavors!)

🚢 Naples - Bonus Island Tip: If you decide you want a quick day trip to Sorrento , Amalfi Coast , the islands of Capri, Ischia, or Procida right from the Naples port, NEVER show up without a ticket. Always check live schedules and secure your spots in advance! Check the comments below for the official link to book your ferry tickets safely! ⚓🎫