Posillipo

Naples

Posillipo
Posillipo
Posillipo
Posillipo
Posillipo

Visit this affluent suburb of Naples, home to luxurious villas, seafront restaurants, Roman ruins and lookouts with striking views over the Gulf of Napoli.

Posillipo spreads over a forested hillside, where zigzagging lanes travel down toward quiet beaches and coastal promenades. The neighborhood is home to some of Naples’ wealthiest residents and the city’s most luxurious villas. Enjoy the nonchalant atmosphere of Posillipo at its mouthwatering seafood restaurants and chic cocktail bars. Relax at picturesque parks and visit a collection of Roman-era relics.

Get a snapshot of the neighborhood’s charm by sauntering down Via Posillipo, which meanders south along the coast from Mergellina Port. Gelato kiosks, pizzerias and trattorias occupy the ground floors of palace-style residences. Admire the Fontana del Sebeto fountain and Palazzo Donn’Anna, a 17th-century palace shrouded in legends of debauched royal parties.

Via Posillipo continues into the heart of the Marechiaro district, where more waterfront drinking and dining options await. Look for Villa Roseberry, one of the official residences of Italy’s prime minister. An observation deck above Marechiaro Beach affords superb views of the sea and Mount Vesuvius. Spot the Sorrento peninsula and island of Capri from terraced Virgiliano Park, which has an amphitheater used for summertime events.

Pay to join a guided tour of Pausilypon Archaeological Park, a one-time Roman villa constructed by the knight Publio Vedio Pollio and later used by Emperor Augustus. An impressive tunneled entrance leads through a grotto to the remains of the villa and an open-air theater. More views extend from here across the bay to the islands of Ischia and Procida.

Don’t miss the chance to explore ruins and spot colorful marine flora and fauna at Gaiola Underwater Park. Here, the vestiges of Roman villas are visible atop craggy rocks and submerged beneath the water’s surface. See the park’s natural and archaeological wonders on guided diving, snorkeling and glass-bottom boat excursions.

Reach Posillipo by taking the train from central Naples to Mergellina station. Public buses stop at various intervals on Via Posillipo. A funicular train operates between the Mergellina waterfront and a hilltop area called Manzoni.


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Top hotels in Posillipo

Starhotels Terminus
Starhotels Terminus
4 out of 5
Piazza Garibaldi 91, Naples, NA
The price is P8,269 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
P8,269
P9,826 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Perfect beautiful hotel
"Love this hotel!"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Starhotels Terminus
Holiday Inn Naples by IHG
Holiday Inn Naples by IHG
4 out of 5
Via Domenico Aulisio, Centro Direzionale Isola E6, Naples, NA
The price is P5,613 per night from Aug 1 to Aug 2
P5,613
P7,569 total
Aug 1 - Aug 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Bar and restaurant at hotel."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

Holiday Inn Naples by IHG
Royal Continental Hotel Naples
Royal Continental Hotel Naples
4 out of 5
Via Partenope 38-44, Naples, NA
The price is P12,434 per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
P12,434
P14,407 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Naples. Enjoy an outdoor pool, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,264 reviews)
"close to downtown"

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2025

Royal Continental Hotel Naples
UNA HOTELS Napoli
UNA HOTELS Napoli
4 out of 5
Piazza Garibaldi, 9/10, Naples, NA
The price is P7,850 per night from Jul 10 to Jul 11
P7,850
P9,365 total
Jul 10 - Jul 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Naples. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel was nice. It was a long walk from the train station. The staff were always helpful. The bed and linens were really comfortable. The shower and bathroom were good. They gave us complementary coffee, water and slippers. We left our luggage with the front desk since we got there before check-in. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

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Majestic Palace Hotel
Majestic Palace Hotel
4 out of 5
Corso Marion Crawford 40, Sant'Agnello, NA
The price is P17,383 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
P17,383
P19,653 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sant'Agnello. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (323 reviews)
"It was very walkable to bus stops and train station. Walkable to a beach and some good restaurants. The staff in the dinning was wonderful, helped us warm up our baby’s food. The staff in the upstairs lounge, one woman was too aggressive for me. Questioned why I was there -I asked if it was a private ..."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Majestic Palace Hotel
Grand Hotel Aminta
Grand Hotel Aminta
4 out of 5
Via Nastro Verde, 23, Sorrento, NA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sorrento. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Piazza Tasso and Sorrento Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (983 reviews)
"This property was lovely! The shuttle was extremely convenient and saved us so much money on cabs into town. It’s about a 10 minute ride into downtown Sorrento. Breakfast was amazing and the view was INCREDIBLE. We really enjoyed sitting on the terrace and having a drink. Only comments to note would ..."

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2025

Grand Hotel Aminta
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Other neighbourhoods around Posillipo

Particolare Piscina della mostra

Fuorigrotta

Get to know Fuorigrotta and its many features like its parks and theme parks. You might want to explore sights like Stadio Diego Armando Maradona and Piscina Scandone, and you can jump on the metro at Augusto Station or Mostra Station to get around the city.

Fuorigrotta
Via Caracciolo e Lungomare di Napoli featuring general coastal views and heritage elements as well as a couple

Mergellina

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

Mergellina
Agnano which includes signage

Bagnoli

Bagnoli is a destination travelers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Bagnoli-Agnano Terme Station or Bagnoli Station to explore sights like Terme di Agnano Napoli.

Bagnoli
Chiaia featuring heritage elements

Chiaia

Consider a visit to Via Caracciolo e Lungomare di Napoli and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Chiaia. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Arco Mirelli - Repubblica Station or Piazza Amedeo Station.

Chiaia
Castel Sant\'Elmo showing a statue or sculpture and a square or plaza

Vomero

The restaurants and museums are just a few things visitors like about Vomero. Castel Sant'Elmo and Duca di Martina National Museum of Ceramics are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Quattro Giornate Station or Vanvitelli Station to get around the larger area.

Vomero
San Francesco di Paola which includes a church or cathedral and street scenes

San Ferdinando

While you're in San Ferdinando, take in top sights like Molo Beverello Port or Via Toledo, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Chiaia - Monte di Dio Station or Municipio Station.

San Ferdinando

Posillipo