Walking itinerary
Naples on Foot from Gloves Rooms
A day-long route you can actually follow as you walk: from the door of the B&B to the Sanità, the old town and the Spanish Quarter.
The city begins right outside the door
The route is long and designed for a full day, with breaks. From the last stop, you can take Metro Line 1 from Toledo back to Museo instead of retracing the whole walk.
Distances and times are approximate. Use an up-to-date map along the way, wear comfortable shoes and bear in mind that Naples has hills, uneven paving and very busy streets.
- Start · Gloves Rooms
Salita Sant'Elia 32
Step out of the B&B and head towards the heart of the Rione Sanità. It's the natural starting point for seeing everyday Naples, not a city built for tourism.
- About 5–10 minutes
The Rione Sanità and Palazzo dello Spagnolo
Walk through Borgo dei Vergini and stop in front of the famous open staircase of Palazzo dello Spagnolo. It's worth it for the Baroque architecture and for the constant interplay between the palazzo and the street.
- About 10–15 minutes
National Archaeological Museum
Make your way to the MANN. If you go inside, allow at least two hours; if you'd rather keep walking, take in the area around Piazza Museo and continue towards Piazza Bellini.
- About 10 minutes
The historic centre and Spaccanapoli
Enter the old town from Piazza Bellini. Follow the decumanus past palazzi, churches, craft shops and courtyards: here, the past is still part of everyday life.
- About 10 minutes
San Gregorio Armeno
Walk down the street of the nativity-scene artisans. Continue towards the Duomo or return to Spaccanapoli in the direction of Santa Chiara, depending on how much time you have.
- About 20–25 minutes
Via Toledo
From Gesù Nuovo, continue on to Via Toledo. It's the link between the old town and monumental Naples, bustling at every hour of the day.
- About 10 minutes
The Spanish Quarter and the Maradona Mural
Step into the Spanish Quarter and make your way to Largo Maradona. The mural has become a place of collective memory and speaks of the deep bond between the city and the football legend.
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