The Museum and Royal Wood of Capodimonte are located on one of the hills that surround the city of Naples. The Palace has one of the most important art collections in Italy and is set in the middle of a park of rare beauty and botanical diversity.
Capodimonte has enchanted kings and queens, writers and artists, and ambassadors and travellers from all over the world. Visiting the museum is like flicking through an art history textbook, while its wood is a huge green lung that looks out onto the city and the gulf.
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Opening times
from Thursday to Tuesday and Wednesday 1 November 2023, 8.30 - 19.30
More info about Galleries opening hours
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Closing
Wednesday (except November 1, 2023)
Tuesday 31 October 2023
25th December - Web Museum and Royal Wood of Capodimonte
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Feature List
- Info line
- Wheelchair accessible
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Accessibility
Accessible site.
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Info Reservation
HISTORY
Originally an 18th century hunting reserve for Charles of Bourbon, “Capo di Monte” was a royal residence for three dynasties. The museum has hosted art collections ever since the king transferred the Farnese Collection, inherited from his mother Elisabeth, here from Rome. Over time the collection has been enriched with works from Neapolitan churches and convents and by the donations of private collectors, and it was also an integral part of the Grand Tour of Italy.
The National Museum of Capodimonte was opened to the public in 1957 with what was a very modern exhibition at the time. The Royal Wood was expertly designed by architect Ferdinando Sanfelice. The ancient buildings still visible today include the Real fabbrica della porcellana - the royal porcelain factory - which was already producing what is still known as Capodimonte Porcelain in 1743.
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR VISIT TO THE MUSEUM AND ROYAL WOOD OF CAPODIMONTE
Capodimonte has many different souls and all are worth a visit. The three floors of the museum look back on the last 700 years of European art with works ranging from Caravaggio to Andy Warhol, Titian to Raphael, and Botticelli to Kounellis. Walking through a mix of lavish environments and private spaces, you will be able to admire paintings, works of art and furnishings, porcelain, arms, silks and tapestries.
Getting lost among the paths and clearings of the Wood that embraces the Palace is just as enjoyable. The 134 hectare park is home to over 400 plant species and 16 historic buildings - residences, country houses, workshops, depots and churches - which together make it one of Italy’s most beautiful parks.
Whether you are on your own or with the family, a trip to Capodimonte will take your breath away. Admiring the splendour of the museum or walking in its elegant gardens is an experience to share when you get home.
Services
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Visits
per gruppi su prenotazione
available in Italian, English
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Didactics for schools
su prenotazione
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Audioguide
€ 5.00
available in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish
Servizio temporaneamente sospeso - Bookshop
- Cafés and food Courts
- Restaurants
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Wardrobe
aperto sabato e domenica
Additional Info
- Qualified tour guides can accompany groups of up to 25 people
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Licensed tourist guides can accompany groups of up to 25 people
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from April 1st the third floor of the Museum, the Cellaio and the Church of San Gennaro will remain closed (except for the appointments with the concerts "from the harpsichord to the organ" on 16 April and 28 May).
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starting from the next free Sunday of April 2 p.v. and, during all subsequent days of free opening to the public (first Sunday of the month, April 25, June 2, November 4) the first floor of the Museum will remain closed.
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starting from Monday 3 April next, the second floor will be accessible only with accompanied visits, carried out by the supervisory staff (one unit for max 25 visitors) at the following times: 10:00 am 12:00 pm 3:00 pm 5:00 pm: 30
FROM 1 NOVEMBER 2023
- III Floor of the Capodimonte Museum (Contemporary Art): closed for works;
- Second floor of the Capodimonte Museum: open from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm, without accompanied visits;
- 1st floor of the Museum (except Rooms 43 to 60, 21-22 and Armoury): open from 8.30am to 7.30pm (last entry 6.30pm);
- Sundays and holidays: only the second floor is open from 8.30am to 7.30pm (last entry 6.30pm). It is specified that on November 4th p.v. (free entry) is to be included in this category.
Where
Via Miano 2, Napoli (NA)
Transportation
Bus
ANM 3M Capodimonte stop
ANM 178 stop on Via Capodimonte
ANM R4 stop on Via Capodimonte
ANM C63 stop on Via Capodimonte
City Sightseeing Napoli Linea A from Largo Castello
- The second floor will be accessible only with accompanied visits, carried out by the supervisory staff (one unit for max 25 visitors) at the following times: 10.30 am 12.00 pm 3.00 pm 5.00 pm Reservation here
- For all festive days and those open to the public free of charge (first Sunday of the month, 25 April, 2 June, 4 November), while visits to the second floor.
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The third floor of the Museum, the Cellaio and the Church of San Gennaro are closed (except for the appointments with the concerts "from the harpsichord to the organ" on 16 April and 28 May).
