Naples National Archaeological Museum
Naples, Italy
The National Archaeological Museum of Naples, housed in a building from 1750, is one of the most important archaeological museums in the world. It collects priceless artifacts from Pompeii and Herculaneum, including the famous Alexander Mosaic, dated to the 2nd century BCE. The museum also presents a rich Roman collection of Farnese sculptures, numbering over 200 works. The collections also include a collection of Egyptian antiquities and numismatics. The facility offers a comprehensive overview of ancient art and culture, serving as a key research and exhibition center.
- Visit time: 2 h 30 min
- Local name: Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
What to look for
- Alexander Mosaic from the House of the Faun in Pompeii
- Farnese sculpture collection, including the Farnese Hercules and the Farnese Bull
- Frescoes and mosaics from Pompeii and Herculaneum
- Egyptian and numismatic collections
Before you go
- Best time: In the morning, right after opening
- Crowds: On weekends and in the afternoon
- Note: Online ticket reservation is recommended, no flash photography
Good to know
- The museum building was originally cavalry barracks, then the seat of the University of Naples, before King Ferdinand IV of Bourbon transformed it into a museum in 1777.
- The museum houses the Secret Cabinet, which for centuries was inaccessible to the public due to the erotic nature of the exhibits found in Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Sources: museoarcheologiconapoli.it, pl.wikipedia.org
How long does it take to visit Naples National Archaeological Museum?
Plan about 2 h 30 min.
Nearby
- Palazzo Sanfelice — 450 m
- Concettina ai Tre Santi — 450 m
- Piazza Bellini, Naples — 470 m
- Palazzo dello Spagnolo — 480 m
- Piazza Dante — 510 m
- Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Anime del Purgatorio ad Arco — 550 m
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