Naples Hotels near Castel Nuovo

The dominant late 13th century Naples landmark is still in use today, more than 700 years after construction. Built in 1279 at the behest of Charles I of Anjou, the King of Sicily, the castle fortress has a long and sundry history that all told, mirrors the history of Naples and the region of Campania as well. Together with significant points of interest like the Santa Chiara religious complex, Piazza del Plebiscito and Royal Palace, the Castel Nuovo punctuates the rich, historic heart of Naples. Indeed, the old quarter of the city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and remarkably, dates back to the 5th century B.C. The castle was last a royal residence in the late 18th century, for Charles III, King of Spain.

Vitals and Tips

The Civic Museum in the Castel Nuovo is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with the exception of Sunday.

Locals know the Castel Nuovo as the Maschio Angioino.

The castle complex has many inherent points of interest, from the Palatine Chapel to the Armoury Hall. Two floors in the castle contain works of art from the 17th century to the 20th century.