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For me, the real Italy is Naples. Northern Italy is too European, well-groomed, touristy, picturesque. The real Italy from children's associations, from my own ideas about this country, is, of course, Naples. Naples is alive, natural, humane. Neapolitans speak three times faster than northern Italians, constantly gesticulating, and this dialect is everywhere. My wife and I were in Naples for quite a long time and in the end, having heard enough of these endless conversations, unfortunately not knowing Italian, we began to speak Russian to each other in the Italian manner - comically distorting words, adding endings to them, which once amused the cashier in store, Ukrainian "How long have you been here?" - she asked, barely holding back her laughter. "Well, you are Italians." There are a lot of Ukrainians there, and especially Ukrainian women.

In Naples there is a very intense pace of life - everyone is trying to get somewhere, if they are not actively chatting, rushing around on motor scooters, small cars, as a rule, not following any rules. Naples has incredibly narrow streets. I don’t know if these gaps between houses can be called streets? An ordinary Kronstadt street is like the widest Neapolitan avenue.
There is a lot of garbage in Naples, the city is often unkempt, with houses that have not been painted for a long time, among which very often there are masterpieces of architecture - some temple of the 14th century, here such a one would have been protected by UNESCO long ago, but there it stands neglected as if nothing had happened.

In Naples there is ancient Roman and even ancient Greek evidence of the popularity of this place in previous eras - people settled here long ago. And you can understand them - an amazing climate, gentle sun, it's warm here even in winter. Naples has the most delicious pizza. They dress very stylishly here...men, women dress more simply. In Naples they still make good clothes and sell them very inexpensively in local stores. At every step you come across craft workshops that may have existed for centuries. Craftsmen make furniture, restore something, sharpen it, assemble it, repair it, sew it...

About football... I watched how the boys - among shop windows, windows and tables of street cafes, among tourists and passers-by played football - not a single left kick, not a single broken window or an injured tourist - everything was done in passing, technically, beautifully, they simply reveled in their play, and no one made any comments to them. Maybe that's why Italians play well? However, I'm not an expert.

Naples - sea ​​town: warm sea, fishermen, port, ships. From here you can get to Capri, the island is very close, or go to Sardinia or Sicily. Vesuvius is located near the city - we climbed it, a rather gloomy mountain of black volcanic rocks. There are many famous towns nearby. Not far from Naples sad famous city Pompeii. My sister, who often visits Italy, has never been to Naples.
“You haven’t seen the real Italy,” I tell her

My dear readers!

The spring holiday is coming, your holiday! But winter does not give up, and for now one can only dream of warmth. Unfortunately, I cannot pay for all women who want a trip to warm countries, but Victoria and I want and can give you, dear women, romantic virtual trip in Naples. So I'll give her the floor.

Dear girls! Since “romance” means it’s for you and me)). But can Naples even claim to be a romantic city? Especially in winter... Paris, Venice, Verona... Sometimes Prague are usually called romantic. But Naples... Well, as Seryozha says, let’s figure it out together).

Most people with any interest in travel unfortunately imagine Naples as dirty. southern city with a bunch of thieves and other dysfunctional paraphernalia. Well, there is no smoke without fire, and apparently this was once the case. But time is running, And Big City(Naples ranks 3rd in Italy in terms of population after Rome and Milan and is just shy of one million) in one of the most beautiful countries in the world it simply cannot remain like this!

Wide central streets, solid houses.

The historical quarters are similar to the Roman ones, only without fountains. And, you know, no homeless people! Maybe because it was winter and they hid). Well, how is winter... During the day the air temperature is +12 - +14, if the sun is shining, wonderful! If there is no light, and even the wind, it’s worse)). In general, given the fact that you will have to spend a lot of time outside, you need to dress in good quality autumn clothes. In December the sea is still warm (+17 degrees), and the most cozy place, perhaps, on the embankment. There really weren’t any people who wanted to swim :)

But let's get back to romance! We are not just having a walk around Naples, but a romantic walk. So, the embankment is probably the most romantic place in the city. At least in winter). It’s warm, sunny, boats are rocking rhythmically on the water, lovers are taking selfies, Vesuvius is visible in the distance...

On a weekday the embankment is deserted. And on weekends, crowds of locals go for a walk. Companies of youth, couples and families. Moreover, families with fairly old children! You won’t see anything like this here, it’s so touching... Some sit in cafes, but most are just walking.

I won’t hide that Italians walking along the embankment (precisely! There are no tourists in Naples in winter) are my most vivid impression of Naples. We have already seen many beautiful buildings, churches, fountains and monuments, but to see a piece of the life of local residents, to mingle with them is completely different...

A line of hotels stretches along the central part of the embankment. If you travel even further, you will reach the very nice and, as they say, prestigious area of ​​Chiaia.

And there is also a harbor with yachts... In winter, everything is laid up, quiet and sleepy...

As in , all the most crowded places in Naples are blocked off military equipment and are patrolled. Not very romantic of course, although... depending on how you look at it. You are walking with your significant other, and you are guarded by specially trained people armed to the teeth))...

But let's still leave the embankment and go deeper into the city. The administrative center is Plebiscito Square. And on it is the Basilica of San Francesco di Paole, reminiscent of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican,

and Royal Palace:

But life is not in full swing here. The main shopping street of Naples is Via Toledo. This is where it's fun!

Unlike Rome, where the main shopping street is a standard selection of the most widespread world brands, in Naples there are a lot of shops of “local manufacturers”. And since, by coincidence, these manufacturers are Italian, there is something to see. And what romantic shop windows there are! Moreover, there are no less men’s stores than women’s stores, I assure you.

From Toledo Street we take the funicular up to Vomero Hill.

A cozy residential area with many modern houses.

But we climbed here for the magnificent view of Naples. The historical center is in full view, our beloved Vesuvius is in the distance...

We go down on foot along the stairs, which is also of historical value and is called Pedamentina San Martina.

With each turn the view changes a little. Beautiful...

But I have to tell you, in spring it would be much more romantic here than in winter. This staircase is really blown out! 🙁

And we go straight down to the most famous street in Naples - Spaccanapoli. They say it is more than two thousand years old, and all this time it has divided the city in half. It is very narrow, there is no transport here, but it is as smooth as an arrow. This is the most tourist street - souvenir stalls, crowds of people. And don’t come here on weekends, because the locals love to wander around it too!

Of course, it no longer divides the city in half, but it separates respectable neighborhoods from old, shabby streets with an indescribable southern Italian flavor). It's probably because of this area that Naples has such a... specific reputation. You can only get through on a scooter, there is garbage, laundry drying on lines... This can be called a slum, or a place where a real spirit of antiquity reigns. Not the antiquity that froze in the marble of dilapidated columns and foundations, but living, lived-in, real...

I’ll show you another romantic Naples market, located in the same area, and we’ll wrap it up.

As you understand, there is a lot, a lot more in Naples - fortresses, cathedrals, palaces, museums... And also the ubiquitous graffiti and ugly buildings of the 70s of the last century, spoiling the whole picture... But today we have a festive romantic walk, so in We don’t go deep into history, and we don’t look at the ugly :)

I hope you enjoyed your stay in Nepol in winter. And what can we say about spring! Go, you won't regret it!

Victoria was with you, your virtual guide and tour guide, and somewhere around the corner of a Naples street, Sergei Evdokimenko was hiding.

In the shadow of the majestic Vesuvius, in the cradle of the Gulf of Naples, the southern region of Italy, Campania, with its administrative capital, Naples, nestles. All year round tourists visit the city to see a completely different Italy - without frills and embellishment, where in the labyrinths of narrow streets, clothes are easily dried on clotheslines stretched from house to house, and from the windows you can hear the loud talk of locals, accustomed to living with emotions and passions. Before heading to this epicenter of the Italian adventure, Tour-Calendar offers to find out why it is better to go to Naples from mid-spring to early summer, as well as in early autumn.

Tourist season in Naples

Naples is a poor city. And tourists visiting it first of all want to touch its former turbulent history and powerful nature. Naples captivates with hundreds of museums, ancient monasteries and churches, cathedrals and ancient fortresses, as well as archaeological sites. Of course, everyone dreams of seeing at least once up close the one-of-a-kind dormant volcano throughout mainland Europe. Of particular interest are the ruins of the world's oldest Roman city, Pompeii, buried under a thick layer of ash as a result of the eruption of Vesuvius in 62 AD. People also go to Naples for new gastronomic experiences. Even the most indifferent tourist to fast food will not be able to resist Neapolitan pizza. It is customary to come to Naples from April to October, although some tourists prefer off-season periods.

High season in Naples

The maximum number of tourists coming to Naples occurs during the hottest season - summer. Temperatures are very high in July and August. A large concentration of vacationers in the already dangerous neighborhoods of Naples leads to massive thefts of tourists’ valuables. High prices on hotel rooms, excursions and entertainment are constant during the peak summer months.

Low season in Naples

Although it is impossible to imagine Naples as a quiet and calm city, it still happens here low season. Between November and early March there is a large decline in tourist activity.

Beach season in Naples

There are no convenient beaches within the city. Many guests of Naples go to its surroundings on the so-called Neapolitan Riviera, which occupies southern part The Gulf of Naples, washed by the waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. World famous resorts are concentrated here. The swimming season begins in June, when sea ​​water warms up to 20 °C - 21 °C and ends in September.

Velvet season in Naples

The first half of September in the Neapolitan Riviera is a velvet season. The water is still very warm - from 24 °C to 25 °C, and standing in summer the heat is subsiding. In October the water remains just as warm. And although, in general, the weather is unfavorable for the beach, a few days may well turn out to be suitable for swimming.

It's festival time in Naples

Neapolitans are a joyful people, they celebrate something every month. New Year's Eve in Naples is notable for its grandiose fireworks, at Christmas hundreds of crèches and nativity scenes are set up around the city, at Easter there is a pompous parade, and in September religious holiday“Festa di Piedigrotte”, in the same month the world’s most important pizza festival “Pizzafest” takes place, and in September the memory of the city’s patron saint, St. Januaria.

Sale season in Naples

In Naples, as throughout Italy, sales are held twice a year. So, the winter sales season is from January 5 to March 5. Exact date summer sales in Naples not yet, but, as a rule, the season starts on July 7-10 and ends on last days August.

Climate in Naples

Naples enjoys a typical Mediterranean climate with high temperatures And on sunny days summer, and cool wet winter.

Naples in spring

Naples in the spring is especially good and fresh. From March to May there is a gradual warming: from 16 °C to 23 °C. At night in May it is still cold - about 12 °C - 13 °C, so, despite the warm and sunny weather during the day, in the evening you will have to wear something substantial. As summer approaches, precipitation begins to decrease.

Temperature and weather in Naples in spring

Naples in summer

Summer in Naples is hot: if you can still enjoy it in June warm weather, then in July and August the thermometer jumps to 30 °C. And although the amount of precipitation in summer results in the equivalent of 2-3 days, the humidity level remains low. Sea breezes blow almost constantly, keeping high thermometers in check. However, this does not play a special role. And most Neapolitans prefer to escape the scorching sun by fleeing to the beaches of the Neapolitan Riviera, where swimming season- at it's peak. After visiting the main attractions of the city, tourists also go there.

Temperature and weather in Naples in summer

Naples in autumn

The beginning of autumn in Naples is accompanied by favorable weather. There is no longer any need to run anywhere, the air temperature drops to 27 °C during the day, and closer to night the thermometer drops to 16 °C. In October and November you can feel the breath of autumn: duration daylight hours is reduced, the sun shines for only 6 and 4 hours, respectively. The weather is often cloudy, leading to rain. November sees the highest amount of precipitation of the year.

Temperature and weather in Naples in autumn

One of the most unusual cities in the world - Naples - surprises with its geographical location. Is it a joke - to settle under the canopy active volcano! True, largely thanks to this volcano, the climate in Naples is much milder than in some other regions of Italy, the soil is more fertile, and there are more and more tourists. And yet, having arrived in this city, it is worth paying attention not only to the thermometer, but also to Vesuvius: has a suspicious smoke appeared above its crater?

In general, the climate in Naples is much milder than in Rome, winter is shorter and there are more sunny days. If the main objective vacation is not a beach, then you can plan your visit to Naples in any month of the year. In the off-season it will even be much cheaper. The most complete selection of tours to Italy in order to price your trip depending on the period. Well, let's move on to the weather.

Weather in Naples in January

January in Naples, as throughout Italy, is low season. But the reason here is not the rainy weather (up to 5 rainy days per month), nor the air temperature, which is quite acceptable for the southern winter (not lower than 10°C). The point, rather, is that the Christmas holidays have just ended, and even inveterate travelers have decided to return to work for a while. Unless they were attracted by the winter post-Christmas sales that began in Naples.

The weather in Naples in January does not offer any surprises

In the morning in the city and its environs it is not uncommon heavy fogs, and during the day it may be cloudy. The temperature in January during the day is +11+13°C, sometimes reaching +15+17°C, at night – no lower than +6+8°C. In general, the weather in Naples in January does not offer any surprises: rain does not turn into downpour, the wind is moderate, and there are at least 15 sunny days per month.

Weather in February

February is the most cold month per year. Despite the fact that there are no more rainy days than in January, a fairly strong wind can blow from the sea, and the intensity of precipitation is higher. From time to time weather in Naples in February can be unpredictable, so going out for walks without an umbrella is not recommended.

The temperature in February is also not always predictable: during the day it can be from +7 to +15°C. At night it is very cool, although usually the thermometer does not fall below +3+5°C. Air humidity is still high, from 80%.

Temperature in March

The weather in Naples in March indicates the approach of real spring. Although the wind is still quite strong, It is raining on average 2 days a week, the sun is increasingly peeking out from behind the clouds, and completely clear days are no longer uncommon, especially towards the end of the month. However, heavy fog is possible in the morning.

March in Naples is a rather capricious month

However, according to weather forecasters, March in Naples is a rather capricious month. So, the temperature during the day can reach +20°C, or even drop to +7°C. But even at night the thermometer does not drop to zero.

Weather in April

For sightseeing or aimless walks around the city there is no better than a month than April. There are fewer and fewer rainy days, and there is almost no wind. The temperature during the day can reach +22+24°C, gradually increasing towards the end of the month.

The time is not yet very suitable for night promenades - a fresh breeze blows from the sea, and the thermometer can drop to +12+14°C. That is why a traveler tempted by a thriving city must have a windbreaker and a warm jumper in his luggage. An umbrella is also necessary: ​​the weather in Naples in April, especially at the beginning of the month, can change several times a day.

Weather in May

The sun shines in Naples almost the entire month of May, and some daredevils are already trying to swim, leaving the city on or on, or testing the water on one of local beaches, if its temperature is not lower than 18-20°C. Opens this month and beach season on . If you are unlucky with the weather, on this island you can always soak up the thermal springs.

The sun is already shining in Naples in May

The temperature during the day can rise to +26°C, at night it is still cool - no higher than +16+18°C. Sometimes the weather in Naples in May can present a surprise in the form of a strong short-term downpour, but by the end of the month the air humidity gradually decreases - to 70%.

Weather in June

Temperatures in June begin to approach peak levels: during the day - up to +30°C, at night - not lower than +20°C, starting from the middle of the month. The weather in Naples in June pleases with its consistency. So, although the air humidity is due to geographical location still not below 70%, and in the morning it may seem that the day is going to be cloudy, with a low chance of rain. Moreover, June in Naples is almost always sunny – up to 28 days per month.

On the beaches in and around the city there is literally nowhere for an apple to fall: it’s starting high season. The weather is quite favorable for swimming: there is no wind, no rough seas, and the water temperature is not lower than 23°C.

Weather in July

The weather in Naples in July may seem too hot due to high humidity. Winds blowing from the south only worsen the situation, and during the day at the height of summer the city begins to resemble a large hot stove.

Due to high humidity the weather in July is quite hot

July is not for long walks the best choice: During the day the thermometer can reach 35°C. If you go on excursions, do it in the morning, when the weather is still quite bearable for those who are not used to the hot Italian sun.

The water temperature is from 25°C, and by the end of the month it becomes higher by another 1-2°C, but it is also better to go to the beach early: in the morning or late afternoon. At night, when the temperature is not lower than 22°C, it is worth... visiting Vesuvius: since 2013, the ban on visiting the volcano at night has been lifted. The trip is organized under the auspices of the city authorities. The main thing is to arm yourself with a flashlight, wear light-colored clothes and take sports shoes with you.

Weather in August

It's hot all August in Naples. But, despite the heat, the high season is also in full swing: you should book a hotel room for this month in the spring. Daytime temperatures can exceed +35+37°C. At night, of course, it is cooler, but not much – about +25°C.

The weather in Naples in August is calm and you should not expect rain. Moreover, according to the observations of meteorologists, in last years cloudy and even cloudy days does not happen in the region in August. The water temperature can reach 28°C, but by the end of the month it begins to gradually decrease. In general, August is only suitable for relaxing at nearby resorts, and not for visiting attractions.

Weather in September

The closer to the end of the month, the more favorable the weather becomes for vacationers: the velvet season comes into its own. The temperature gradually decreases from +35°C to +28+30°C during the day, but at night the thermometer does not drop below +20+22°C. The water becomes a little cooler - up to 24°C.

The velvet season comes into its own in September

There are few rainy days, no more than 3 per month, and the sun shines in Naples almost all of September. By the end of the month, the sea may begin to get a little stormy, although the wind is still quite weak and the weather does not change dramatically.

Weather in October

In recent years, October in the capital of Campania is also the month of floods, which can ruin holidays during velvet season. And even if the weather is clear in October, the sea can be rough.

At the same time, the temperature begins to decrease only somewhere in the middle of the month: from +28°C to +20+22°C during the day, from +22°C to +16+18°C at night. You can still swim: the water warms up to 22-24°C. If the weather in Naples in October, at first glance, there are no problems for beach holiday does not bode well, it’s worth planning a few additional excursions just in case.

Weather in November

The holiday planned in Naples for November is a contemplative holiday, one of best periods for visiting museums and walking around the city. The weather is mostly clear, although it can rain heavily at least once or twice a week.

In mid-November in Naples the wind begins to pick up

In the middle of the month the wind begins to increase, so even the most desperate daredevils, seduced by the relatively warm sea(22°C at the beginning of the month), they refuse water treatments. The temperature in Naples in November during the day is between +18+22°C, at night – not lower than +15°C.

Weather in December

December in Naples is humid and foggy. It rains more and more often, 1-2 times a week. There are fewer and fewer clear days - no more than 17 per month.

According to observations, the weather in Naples in December is quite windy and generally unstable. So, during the week the temperature can drop to +10°C during the day and +3°C at night, but rise again to +16°C and +12°C, respectively.

We managed to snag cheap tickets to Rome for 10,000 rubles per person round trip with an overnight stay in Athens, Greece. From Rome we took a 2-hour train from Rome to Naples, which cost us 11 euros per person one way.
Naples greeted us with rainy weather. In general, winter in Italy is mild and warm, and you shouldn’t be afraid of rains - they are not as long and heavy as in Asia during the rainy season! The weather is mostly cloudy, but the rain is variable, and if the sun comes out, it starts to get hot like summer. So, in Naples it was an average of 15 degrees - the same weather ideal for long walks.

During such walks, we noticed that in some areas Naples has similarities with India - in crowds of people, garbage, smells, noise, variety of transport. This also applies to the Central Station (Stazione Napoli Centrale), and the adjacent neighborhoods, where mainly migrants live, and the Porta Nolana food market (Mercato di Porta Nolana), open daily from 8:00 to 18:00.

Fish, fruits, vegetables, fried mussels, small change, accessories for 1 euro - the market has everything and at inexpensive prices. You can walk back and forth around the market for hours, choose, look at, buy and take photographs. There are fewer tourists, more haggling locals and more authentic Italian flavor. There are loud conversations and noisy arguments here. In general, southern Italians are more aggressive in behavior than northern ones.

You can find delicious fish restaurants in the market. So, we went to a family place where we planned to have a quick snack, but a charming waiter who spoke very good Russian served us a whole festive table: large fish dish for two (squid, fish, octopus) for 25 euros, 1.5 l homemade wine for 5 euros, seafood pasta for 4 euros, several appetizers and dessert. In total we left 75 euros. We have never eaten such delicious and satisfying seafood in Italy. If you want a more economical lunch option, you can always grab a slice of Neapolitan pizza. 9 euros - and you are full and happy all day.

While walking, you notice that people in Naples dress with taste and are not afraid to experiment in style, which is facilitated by the numerous shops and their prices. So, in the country there are a lot of men's clothing stores with different sizes, fabrics, textures, which is so lacking in Russia. In January, seasonal sales are held in all cities in Italy. The discounts are decent: 30-70% of the original price. So, you can buy demi-season jackets for 15 euros, jeans for 10 euros, textiles for 5 euros. Shoes were sold for 40-50 euros. All items are declared as made in Italy. They look high quality. In general, Naples has particularly inexpensive prices for clothing compared to Rome, Milan or Florence.

While walking, we also discovered a large ball as a decoration for the city for Christmas. Don't you find any similarities with anything in Moscow?

If you suddenly get tired of Naples, you can take a commuter train and get to the nearby historical cities of Herculaneum and Pompeii. So, it’s better to set aside a separate day in Pompeii to get around everything calmly.