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🗺️ Cos'è e Percorso: It is Naples' main underground railway backbone and a true underground contemporary art museum, world-famous for its Art Stations (among which Toledo, Duomo, Municipio, and Università stand out). The line connects the business district and Piazza Garibaldi Central Station with the Historic Center, the Port, the Spanish Quarters, the Archaeological Museum, and climbs along the hills of Vomero, Arenella, and Rione Alto up to the northern terminus of Piscinola.
📍 Main Stops and Points of Interest:
🏢 Centro Direzionale: The city's modern economic and financial district, featuring large glass buildings and offices.
🚂 Stazione Centrale Napoli: The city's fundamental transport hub. It offers direct underground interchange with High-Speed trains (Frecciarossa and Italo 🚄), the Circumvesuviana 🚆 (for Pompeii and Sorrento), Metro Line 2, and the Alibus shuttle stop ✈️ direct to Capodichino Airport.
⛪ Duomo: The ideal stop to reach Casa San Donato Napoli 🏠. Located just 1 stop from Garibaldi, its exit in Piazza Nicola Amore catapults you a stone's throw from Via Duomo, the famous Cathedral of San Gennaro, Spaccanapoli, and the lively Via dei Tribunali 🍕.
🎓 Università: Located in Piazza Bovio, in the university heart of the Faculty of Economics, it is extremely convenient for reaching Corso Umberto I and the ferry boarding points at Calata Porta di Massa ⛴️.
⚓ Municipio: The important hub intersecting the new Metro Line 6 🌊. It features a dedicated pedestrian exit for Porto / Molo Beverello that takes you in just a 2-minute walk right in front of the fast hydrofoils for Capri, Ischia, and Procida 🚤 and the historic Castel Nuovo (Maschio Angioino) 🏰.
🎨 Toledo: The ideal stop to reach DIMORA NONNA ELENA Quartieri Spagnoli 🏠. Repeatedly awarded as Europe's most beautiful metro station thanks to its extraordinary "crater of light" and blue-toned mosaics, it emerges directly into the lively shopping of Via Toledo 🛍️, a stone's throw from Galleria Umberto I, Piazza del Plebiscito, and the characteristic Spanish Quarters 🎸.
📜 Dante: Located in the pedestrian square of the same name, it marks the entrance to the Ancient Center of Naples (Port'Alba, Via Costantinopoli, the booksellers' area, and the Sansevero Chapel with the famous Veiled Christ ✨).
🏛️ Museo: Located right in front of the National Archaeological Museum of Naples (MANN) 🏺 and connected via a convenient underground pedestrian tunnel to the Piazza Cavour station of Metro Line 2 and the entrance to Rione Sanità.
🌿 Materdei and 🎨 Salvator Rosa: Two art stations located in the area connecting the upper part of the historic center with the hill slopes, rich in modern art installations and urban elevators.
🏟️ Quattro Giornate: Located in the hillside district of Vomero, it emerges right in front of the historic Collana Stadium and a short distance from commercial areas.
🌟 Vanvitelli: The beating commercial heart of Vomero. It is surrounded by the pedestrian areas of Via Scarlatti and Via Luca Giordano and is very close to the entrance of the panoramic Villa Floridiana 🌳, the Central Funicular, and the castle district.
🛒 Medaglie d'Oro: The major commercial hub of the Arenella district, surrounded by neighborhood markets, all kinds of shops, and popular venues.
🌲 Montedonzelli and 🏥 Rione Alto: They serve the residential and commercial area of Via Simone Martini and the densely populated area around the medical hub.
🩺 Policlinico and 🌲 Colli Aminei: Located on top of the hill, they serve the large university hospital complex and the green area of Colli Aminei, close to the Real Bosco di Capodimonte.
⏰ Hours, Frequency, and Tickets:
🗓️ Sunday to Thursday: Active from approximately 06:00 AM to 11:00 PM, with frequent trains every 7–10 minutes.
🌙 Friday and Saturday (Extended Night Service 🌙): Service extends late into the night! The last run departs from Piscinola at 01:20 AM and from Centro Direzionale / Garibaldi at 01:32 AM (passing through the central stations of Duomo and Toledo around 01:40 AM).
🎫 Cost and Payment: Single ride €1.30 | ANM Daily pass €4.50. Easily paid by tapping your contactless credit card or smartphone directly on the yellow turnstiles using the Tap & Go system 💳.
🇬🇧 Metro Line 1 (The "Art Line"): Connects Central Station (Garibaldi) with the Historic Center (Duomo, Dante), Port (Municipio), Spanish Quarters (Toledo), and climbs up to the Vomero and Arenella hills (Vanvitelli, Medaglie d'Oro).
For our guests: Get off at Duomo (1 stop) for Casa San Donato 🏠, or get off at Toledo (3 stops) for Dimora Nonna Elena 🏠.
🗺️ What it is and route: It is the underground railway pass-through operated by Trenitalia that crosses Naples from East (San Giovanni-Barra) to West (Pozzuoli). It is extremely useful for reaching the Chiaia district, the Mergellina seafront, the Fuorigrotta area (Maradona Stadium), and the Phlegrean Fields (Pozzuoli).
📍 Key Stops and Times (from Piazza Garibaldi):
🚂 Napoli Piazza Garibaldi: Located on the lower level of Central Station, ideal for quick interchanges.
🏛️ Piazza Cavour (3 min): Connected via a convenient underground tunnel with moving walkways to the Museo station (Line 1). Extremely convenient for Via Foria, Rione Sanità, the Botanical Garden, and the upper part of Via Duomo.
🛒 Montesanto (6 min): In the heart of the historic Pignasecca market (a 5-minute walk from Via Toledo). Here you will find direct interchange with the Cumana Railway and the Montesanto Funicular.
🛍️ Piazza Amedeo (9 min): In the heart of the elegant Chiaia district (Via dei Mille, Via Calabritto, Villa Comunale, and close to the Chiaia Funicular).
🌊 Mergellina (12 min): A short walk from the Caracciolo Seafront, the seaside chalets, and the tourist marina.
🏟️ Campi Flegrei / Piazzale Tecchio (16 min): Drops you right in front of the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium and the Mostra d'Oltremare.
🏛️ Pozzuoli Solfatara (28 min): Ideal for visiting the Flavian Amphitheater and the historic center of Pozzuoli.
⏰ Hours and Ticket Warning:
Hours: Active daily from approximately 05:30 AM to 11:15 PM (trains every 8–15 minutes).
🎫 Ticket (Important!): Being operated by Trenitalia, the ANM paper ticket for Line 1 is NOT valid on Line 2! You must purchase a Trenitalia Urban Ticket (€1.30 – €1.50) at Trenitalia ticket machines, or tap your contactless card (Tap & Go 💳) directly at the dedicated Trenitalia turnstiles both when entering and exiting.
🇬🇧 Metro Line 2 (FS / Trenitalia Underground Railway): Operated by Italian State Railways (Trenitalia), this line travels East to West. Very useful to reach Piazza Cavour (connected via underground walkway to Museo Line 1), Montesanto (Pignasecca market), Piazza Amedeo (Chiaia district), Mergellina (Seafront), Campi Flegrei (Maradona Stadium, 16 mins), or Pozzuoli (28 mins).
Hours & Ticket Warning: Open daily from 05:30 AM to 11:15 PM. Standard ANM Line 1 paper tickets are NOT valid on Line 2! Buy a Trenitalia Urban Ticket (€1.30–€1.50) at the station machines, or simply tap your contactless card (Tap & Go 💳) at the Trenitalia gates when entering and exiting.
🚌 Main Buses for Tourists (Panoramic and Museum Lines)
The historic center is easily explored on foot and by metro, but these 2 ANM bus lines are perfect for reaching the city's most panoramic spots and hilltop museums:
👑 Line 3M (Center – Catacombs – Capodimonte Royal Museum & Park):
Route: Departs from Piazza Cavour (Metro L2), passes in front of the Archaeological Museum (MANN / Metro L1) and Piazza Dante, climbing along Corso Amedeo di Savoia up to the Capodimonte hill.
Why take it: It drops you right in front of the Basilica dell'Incoronata Madre del Buon Consiglio, the entrance to the Catacombe di San Gennaro, and right at the gates of the Museo e Real Bosco di Capodimonte!
Hours: Active daily from approximately 07:00 AM to 09:30 PM (every 15–20 minutes).
🌊 Line 140 (The Panoramic Bus: Center – Seafront – Posillipo Hill):
Route: Departs from Piazza Municipio / Piazza Vittoria (Via Acton), runs along the entire Caracciolo Seafront (passing in front of Castel dell'Ovo), crosses Mergellina and climbs up the wonderful Via Posillipo to Capo Posillipo (near the descent to the village of Marechiaro).
💡 Local Tip: Sit on the left side of the bus heading towards Posillipo to enjoy a breathtaking view of the entire Gulf of Naples and Vesuvius for the price of a normal urban ticket (€1.30)!
🎫 How to pay on board: Purchase the ANM ticket (€1.30) before boarding, or tap your contactless credit card on the yellow validator as soon as you get on board (on buses you only Tap-In when boarding, do NOT tap your card again when getting off!).
🇬🇧 Main Tourist Buses (Capodimonte & Scenic Posillipo):
👑 Line 3M (Center – Catacombs – Capodimonte Royal Palace): The dedicated shuttle to reach the Catacombe di San Gennaro and the Museo e Real Bosco di Capodimonte. Departs from Piazza Dante and Piazza Museo (MANN). Runs daily 07:00 AM – 09:30 PM every 15–20 mins.
🌊 Line 140 (Center – Seafront – Posillipo Scenic Route): A breathtaking coastal ride! Departs near Piazza Municipio / Piazza Vittoria, runs along the Caracciolo Seafront and Mergellina, and climbs up the panoramic Posillipo hill towards Capo Posillipo / Marechiaro. Tip: Sit on the left side going towards Posillipo for incredible views of Mount Vesuvius!
🎫 Tickets: €1.30. Tap your contactless card on the yellow reader as soon as you board (Tap-In only on buses—do not tap when getting off).
🗺️ What it is and where to catch it: Alibus is the official express shuttle connecting Capodichino Airport directly with the Central Station and the Port, with no intermediate stops in city traffic. As soon as you exit the sliding doors of the Arrivals Terminal at the airport, walk straight ahead for 150 meters following the ground markings to the bus square (P3 Area).
📍 Exact Stops and How to Reach Our Properties:
Central Station – Piazza Garibaldi (after 15–20 minutes): Drops you right above the Metro Line 1 entrances.
For Casa San Donato 🏠: Get off here and take Metro Line 1 for just 1 stop to Duomo (or a 12-minute walk along Corso Umberto I).
For Dimora Nonna Elena 🏠: Get off here and take Metro Line 1 for 3 stops to Toledo.
Port – Molo Beverello / Piazza Municipio (after 30–35 minutes): Drops you right in front of the hydrofoil boardings for Capri, Ischia, and Procida, a short walk from Piazza Municipio and Via Toledo (also a great alternative to walk up towards Dimora Nonna Elena).
⏰ Hours, Frequency, and Ticket Cost:
Hours: Active daily from 05:30 AM to Midnight from the Airport (from the Port towards the Airport, the first run is at 05:10 AM, passing through Piazza Garibaldi at 05:15 AM).
⏱️ Frequency: A run departs every 10–15 minutes.
🎫 Ticket: Costs €5.00 per person (includes 1 large suitcase + 1 hand luggage). Note: standard urban tickets (€1.30) or the daily pass (€4.50) are not valid on Alibus. You can pay the €5.00 directly upon boarding with a contactless card (Tap & Go 💳), at the airport ticket machines, or in cash to the driver.
🇬🇧 Airport Shuttle (Alibus): The official express shuttle connecting Capodichino Airport directly to the city center. Exit the Arrivals terminal and walk 150m straight ahead to the Alibus stop (P3 Area).
Exact Stops & Travel Times:
Central Station – Piazza Garibaldi (15–20 mins): Right at the Metro Line 1 entrance. Get off here to take Metro Line 1 to Duomo (1 stop, for Casa San Donato 🏠) or Toledo (3 stops, for Dimora Nonna Elena 🏠).
Port – Molo Beverello / Piazza Municipio (30–35 mins): Right in front of the island hydrofoils (Capri, Ischia, Procida) and a short walk from Via Toledo.
Hours & Tickets: Runs every 10–15 minutes daily from 05:30 AM to Midnight. Tickets cost €5.00 (luggage included) and can be paid directly on board with any contactless card (Tap & Go 💳).
🗺️ What it is and Route:
It is a fast and economical railway line (operated by EAV) that departs from the heart of the historic center at Montesanto station (in the lively Pignasecca market area, a 5-minute walk from Via Toledo and Dimora Nonna Elena 🏠) and takes you in less than 10 minutes to Fuorigrotta and the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, continuing along the coast towards Pozzuoli, Lucrino, and Baia.
📍 Key Stops and Times (from Montesanto):
🎟️ Montesanto Station (Central Terminal): Interchange with the Montesanto Funicular and Metro Line 2.
🏟️ Mostra – Maradona Stadium (9 min): The perfect stop for fans and events! As soon as you exit the station, you are literally in front of the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium (Curva B), the entrance to the Mostra d'Oltremare, the Edenlandia amusement park, and the Naples Zoo.
⚓ Pozzuoli / Baia / Fusaro (25–35 min): Ideal for a seaside trip to the Phlegrean Fields, the summer lidos of Lucrino, the Baths and Submerged Park of Baia, or the stunning Casina Vanvitelliana on Lake Fusaro.
⏰ Hours, Matches, and Ticket Cost:
🗓️ Sunday to Thursday: Active from approximately 05:20 AM to 10:30 PM, with frequent runs every 20 minutes.
🌙 Friday, Saturday, and Match Days: Service extends until midnight (12:00 AM). During evening SSC Napoli football matches or major concerts at the Maradona Stadium, EAV always operates additional nighttime return trains to the city center after the event.
🎫 Tickets: Urban ride €1.30 (up to Mostra/Bagnoli); suburban fare €2.40 (for Pozzuoli/Baia/Fusaro). You can pay directly at the turnstiles using a contactless card (Tap & Go 💳) by tapping both when entering and exiting!
🇬🇧 Cumana Railway (Maradona Stadium, Fuorigrotta & Pozzuoli):
Connects the city center (Montesanto Station, in the lively Pignasecca market area, 5 mins walk from Via Toledo and Dimora Nonna Elena 🏠) directly with the Fuorigrotta district and the Maradona Stadium (Mostra stop, just 9 minutes away!), continuing along the coast to Pozzuoli, Baia, and Lake Fusaro.
Hours & Tickets: Open 05:20 AM – 10:30 PM (Sun–Thu), running every 20 mins. On Friday and Saturday, extended night service until Midnight (extra trains also run after evening football matches or concerts at the stadium). Fare: €1.30 inside Naples (up to Mostra), €2.40 to Pozzuoli/Baia. Contactless Tap & Go 💳 available at the gates!
Naples has two main maritime terminals in the city center, close to each other but distinct. Always check your ticket to see which pier your ship departs from!
📍 1. Molo Beverello (Fast Hydrofoils Only – Walk-on Passengers Only):
Where it is: Right below Piazza Municipio and Castel Nuovo (Maschio Angioino).
Destinations and Times: This is the main pier for quickly reaching Capri (45–50 min, approx. €25), Ischia Porto / Casamicciola / Forio (50–60 min, approx. €24), Procida (40 min, approx. €21), as well as Sorrento, Positano, and Amalfi during the spring/summer season (Operators: SNAV, NLG, Alilauro, Caremar).
📍 2. Calata Porta di Massa (Ferries and Ships – Passengers and Vehicles):
Where it is: About 800 meters further east from Molo Beverello (also connected by a free internal port shuttle bus departing from Molo Beverello).
Why choose it: Ferries (Caremar and Medmar) are cheaper than hydrofoils (approx. €14 – €16), feature large open-air panoramic decks, and are much steadier in case of wind or rough seas! They reach Procida (60 min), Ischia (85 min), and Capri (80 min).
🚇 How to Get to the Port:
Metro Line 1 – Municipio Station: Follow the underground exit for Porto / Molo Beverello and in a 2-minute walk you are right in front of the Molo Beverello ticket offices! (For Porta di Massa, you can also get off at Università station).
💡 3 Essential Tips for Tourists:
Book in advance: Purchase tickets on the official websites (SNAV, Caremar, NLG, Alilauro) to secure seats during optimal morning and afternoon return times.
Luggage Surcharge: Almost all operators require a small additional ticket for trolley bags/suitcases (approx. €2.50 – €3.50 per bag). Remember to select it when purchasing your ticket!
Arrive early at the pier: Arrive at boarding at least 25–30 minutes before departure (with some operators like Caremar and NLG, you may need to collect your ticket at the ticket office by showing your QR code).
🇬🇧 Island Ferries & Hydrofoils (Capri, Ischia, Procida & Sorrento):
📍 Boarding Terminals (Know the difference!):
Molo Beverello (Fast Hydrofoils / Aliscafi): For foot passengers only. Reaches Capri (45 mins), Ischia (50 mins), Procida (40 mins), Sorrento, and the Amalfi Coast (SNAV, NLG, Alilauro, Caremar).
Calata Porta di Massa (Slow Ferries / Traghetti): Connected to Beverello via a free port shuttle bus. Cheaper (~€15), features outdoor panoramic decks, and is steadier on windy days! Reaches Procida (60 mins) and Ischia (85 mins) (Caremar, Medmar).
🚇 How to get there: Take Metro Line 1 to Municipio station (then a 2-minute walk to Molo Beverello).
💡 Tips: Book online in advance, arrive at the pier 30 minutes early, and remember to add a small luggage ticket (€2.50–€3.50 per suitcase) if you are traveling with bags!
🗺️ What they are: 4 historic cable-train lines that scale the panoramic hills of Vomero and Posillipo from the city center in just 5 minutes:
🚡 Funicolare Centrale (From Via Toledo / Augusteo to Piazza Fuga): It is the most convenient and central one (a short walk from Dimora Nonna Elena 🏠 and Galleria Umberto I). It takes you directly to Vomero's shopping streets (Via Scarlatti and Via Luca Giordano) and near the Villa Floridiana park.
🚡 Funicolare di Montesanto (From Pignasecca to Via Morghen): The best for tourists looking for great views! From the upper station on Via Morghen, it's just a 5-minute flat walk to the Belvedere di San Martino, the Certosa di San Martino, and the entrance to Castel Sant'Elmo!
🚡 Funicolare di Chiaia (From Parco Margherita to Cimarosa): Connects the elegant Chiaia district with the heart of Vomero.
🚡 Funicolare di Mergellina (From Via Mergellina to Via Manzoni): Departs from the Mergellina tourist marina and climbs up the Posillipo hill. (Tip: get off at the intermediate Sant'Antonio stop to take Naples' most famous postcard photo of the Gulf terrace with Mount Vesuvius!).
⏰ Hours and Fares:
🗓️ Every day: Active from 07:00 AM to 10:00 PM (trains every 10 minutes).
🌙 Weekend Hours (Central & Chiaia): On Fridays and Saturdays, the Central and Chiaia funiculars extend their hours and remain open until 02:00 AM!
🎫 Ticket: ANM single ride €1.30 (payable at the yellow turnstiles with a contactless card using Tap & Go 💳 both when entering and exiting).
🇬🇧 Funicular Railways (To the Vomero Hill, Castel Sant'Elmo & Posillipo): 4 historic cable-train lines climbing up to the panoramic hills in just 5 minutes:
Funicolare Centrale: From Via Toledo (Piazzetta Augusteo) to Piazza Fuga (Vomero). Super convenient for Vomero's shopping streets and Villa Floridiana!
Funicolare di Montesanto: From Montesanto (Pignasecca) to Via Morghen. Best stop for sightseeing: just a 5-minute flat walk to Castel Sant'Elmo and the famous San Martino panoramic viewpoint!
Funicolare di Chiaia: From Parco Margherita to Via Cimarosa (Vomero).
Funicolare di Mergellina: Connects the Mergellina seafront with the Posillipo hill (stop at Sant'Antonio for the iconic postcard view of Mount Vesuvius!).
Hours & Fares: Daily 07:00 AM – 10:00 PM (€1.30). On Friday and Saturday, the Centrale and Chiaia lines extend operations until 02:00 AM!
📲 How to Pay Without Queuing: The easiest and fastest way to travel on all public transport in Naples (Metro Line 1, Line 2, Line 6, Funiculars, Alibus, Buses, and Cumana) is the Tap & Go system: simply bring your contactless credit or debit card (Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, Amex) or your smartphone/smartwatch (Apple Pay, Google Pay) close to the enabled readers (yellow turnstiles) with no additional fees!
⚠️ The 4 Golden Rules to Remember:
Tap-In on Entry AND Tap-Out on Exit: On the Metro (L1, L2, L6), Funiculars, and Cumana, you must tap your card both at the entrance turnstile (Tap-In) and at the yellow exit turnstile (Tap-Out) at the end of your trip, so the system calculates the correct minimum fare. On Buses and Alibus, however, you only tap your card when boarding.
"One Card = One Passenger" Rule (And the trick for couples!): You cannot tap the exact same physical card for two people simultaneously. 💡 Useful tip: If you only have one bank account, one person can use the physical plastic card and the other person can use their Smartphone (via Apple Pay or Google Pay) linked to that same card—the system reads them as two separate cards!
Automatic Daily Cap (€4.50): By continuing to use the same card or phone on ANM transport (Metro Line 1, Line 6, Funiculars, and urban buses), each ride costs €1.30, but from the 4th ride onwards on the same day, the system automatically caps your spending at €4.50 (the cost of the daily ticket) and you travel for free on ANM vehicles until midnight!
Free for Children: Children under 6 years old travel for free on all public transport when accompanied by a paying adult.
📋 Quick Fare Summary:
ANM Single Ride (Metro L1, L6, Funiculars, Bus): €1.30
ANM Daily Ticket (automatic with Tap & Go after 3 rides): €4.50
Alibus Airport Shuttle: €5.00 (special fare not included in the daily cap)
🇬🇧 Tickets, Fares & "Tap & Go" Contactless System: The easiest way to pay for public transport in Naples is Tap & Go: simply tap your contactless credit/debit card (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) or smartphone/smartwatch (Apple Pay, Google Pay) on the yellow readers at the station gates with no extra fees!
⚠️ 4 Golden Rules:
Always Tap-In AND Tap-Out: At all Metro, Funicular, and Train stations, you must tap your card both when entering (Tap-In) and when exiting (Tap-Out) at the yellow gates. On Buses and Alibus, only tap once when boarding.
One Card = One Passenger: Each traveler needs a separate card or device. 💡 Clever tip: If you share one bank account, Person 1 can tap the physical card and Person 2 can tap a Smartphone (Apple/Google Pay) linked to that same card—the system counts them as two separate cards!
Automatic €4.50 Daily Cap: On ANM lines (Metro Line 1, Line 6, Funiculars, and City Buses), single rides cost €1.30, but after your 3rd ride on the same day using the same card, the system automatically caps your daily spend at €4.50!
Children: Kids under 6 years old travel FREE when accompanied by a paying adult.
