Bosco di Capodimonte is a large park on a hill in Naples, with the Capodimonte Museum within its grounds. Tree-lined paths, lawns and flowerbeds give you room for a long walk or a picnic, while the garden behind the museum looks out over the city’s waterfront. It is a good choice for a break from Naples’ streets, especially on a sunny day. Some sections are affected by renovation work, so check your route as you go; the nearest entrance to the main park is Porta Grande Bosco e Museo di Capodimonte.
Finding the main park entrance
Bosco di Capodimonte is on a hill in Naples and includes the Capodimonte Museum. For the main park entrance, search for Porta Grande Bosco e Museo di Capodimonte. A nearby roundabout is not the entrance to the larger park, which lies downhill from it. Reaching the park from the roundabout involves a climb; buses can get close to the entrance.
Walks and views
The grounds have tree-lined avenues, lawns, mature trees and flowerbeds. They provide space for a longer stroll or a picnic, away from the city’s streets. Behind the museum, a garden looks towards Naples’ waterfront, making that area a natural stop on a walk.
Renovation work can limit access to some sections and paths. If a route is closed, explore the parts of the grounds that remain accessible. For a picnic or time on the grass, try an entrance away from the museum area, where relaxing on the lawn may be more practical.
FAQ
Where is the main entrance to Bosco di Capodimonte?
Search for Porta Grande Bosco e Museo di Capodimonte. The park is on a hill, and getting there from the nearby roundabout involves a climb.
What can you see at Bosco di Capodimonte?
The park has tree-lined avenues, lawns, flowerbeds and the Capodimonte Museum. The garden behind the museum has views of Naples’ waterfront.
Can you picnic at Bosco di Capodimonte?
Picnics are possible, but relaxing on the grass may be easier in areas away from the museum.
