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Things to do in Naples:

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Naples Restaurants

Affordable (39)

A Taverna do' Re

The Italian/English menu makes ordering a snap at this osteria near Castel Nuovo and the Beverello pier. The house specialty, Pacheri do Re, features pasta and fresh seafood. read more
Fine dining (29)

Coco Loco

Coco Loco offers excellent wines, fresh seafood and traditional Neapolitan dishes infused with chef Diego Nuzzo's creative flair. read more

Naples Nightlife

Chilled (34)

Berevino

The name means "drink wine," which is exactly what you do at this friendly little wine bar in the Chiaia shopping district. read more
Clubbing (32)

White Bar

Don't be intimidated by the stark white decor. This trendy disco is a friendly place for late-night fun. read more

This Month in Naples:

By Tui Cameron

Shopping: Dolce Idea's gouache-style wrapping (featuring Neapolitan scenes) is worth saving even after you've devoured the handmade chocolates within (35 Via Chiaia, tel: 081 764 2832).

Sightseeing: Each May in Naples, admission to many historical sites is free, as are guided tours, special exhibits and concerts. For details, look for Maggio dei Monumenti, or drop by the Osservatorio Turistico Culturale office near the Galleria Umberto (14 Piazza del Plebiscito, tel: 081 247 1123, comune.napoli.it).

Naples News & Gossip

Street Style: Via Chiaia, Naples

Via Chiaia has long been one of the finest streets in Naples. Its cosmopolitan, well-heeled residents have attracted high-end boutiques and designer stores to the area - not to mention plenty of trendy bars and restaurants. Words and photos by nssmag.com

Vincenzo Paccone, 26, Graphic Designer

What's your favourite local restaurant? "I Re Di Napoli has a great view and serves fresh fish and seafood [29 Via Partenope; tel: +39 (0)81 764 7775]."
Your favourite neighbourhood bar? "66 Bar is a good place to spend a Friday evening. The baristas make a show of mixing the cocktails and it's often really full [58 Via Bisignano; tel: +39 (0)81 415 024]."
What's your coolest shop? "Drop Concept Shop has a great selection of clothes for men [96 Via Gino Doria; dropconceptshop.blogspot.com]."

Valentina Pagliuca, 21, Student

What's your coolest shop? "A fabulous place called Fashion Victim that stocks north European brands, such as Odeur and Daniel Palillo [87 Via Solimena; tel: +39 (0)81 578 9898]."
Can you give us a secret local tip? "I love to go up to Via Aniello Falcone, where you can see all of Naples's bay from the top."
Your favourite neighbourhood bar? "Chandelier Bar has the best collection of cool people sitting under a huge chandelier (hence the name!) sipping cocktails [34 Vico Belledonne a Chiaia; tel: +39 (0)81 333 252 8177]."

Marco Abate, 25, Sales Manager

What's your favourite local restaurant? "A pizzeria called Starita makes the best pizza in Italy. People have been queueing round the block for it since the 1940s [27 Via Materdei; tel: +39 (0)81 557 3682]."
What's your coolest shop? "I always find new designers from all over Europe at London Napoli. It mostly sells streetwear, but there are unique, smarter pieces, too [33 Via Nilo; tel: +39 (0)81 542 2022]."
Can you give us a secret local's tip? "Wander the Old Town, which has lots of old shops selling artisan crafts. It's like a leap into the past."

Naples Trivia

May: Faithful Catholics crowd Naples on the first Sunday in May to see if blood from the city's patron saint, San Gennaro, liquefies during a special ceremony. It nearly always does, which the devout believe portends good luck for the city. This event always makes the evening news.
April: A Neapolitan playing card deck makes a great souvenir, since it is unique to southern Italy.
March: The Neapolotian folk classic 'O Sole Mio is so tightly associated with Italy that it was substituted for the Italian national anthem at the 1920 Olympic Games in Antwerp.