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Castel Sant'Elmo

Journey to a medieval fortress in Naples, Italy, where panoramic views of the city and the Bay of Naples await. Experience this historical gem with guided tours and mobile tickets.

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08:30 AM - 07:30 PM

Castel Sant'Elmo
Castel Sant'Elmo entrance in Naples with visitors exploring the historic site.
Castel Sant'Elmo exhibit
Castel Sant'Elmo
Castel Sant'Elmo entrance in Naples with panoramic city view, highlighting Museo del Novecento.
Castel Sant'Elmo entrance in Naples with panoramic city view.
Flexible duration
Mobile Ticket
  • With this entrance ticket, take a trip to Castel Sant'Elmo, one of Naples' most breathtaking archeological wonders.

  • Enjoy the spectacular views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius from the Castel on Vomero hill, 250 meters above sea level.

  • Come across the famous Belforte, a medieval castle erected over the ruins of St. Erasmo's chapel.

  • Get an opportunity to attend art exhibitions, performances, concerts, and conferences held within the castle's museum.

  • Fun Fact: Castel Sant'Elmo is the only six-pointed castle in the world! Its unique star-shaped design was a revolutionary concept in fortress architecture when it was built.

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  • With this entrance ticket, take a trip to Castel Sant'Elmo, one of Naples' most breathtaking archeological wonders.

  • Enjoy the spectacular views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius from the Castel on Vomero hill, 250 meters above sea level.

  • Come across the famous Belforte, a medieval castle erected over the ruins of St. Erasmo's chapel.

  • Get an opportunity to attend art exhibitions, performances, concerts, and conferences held within the castle's museum.

  • Fun Fact: Castel Sant'Elmo is the only six-pointed castle in the world! Its unique star-shaped design was a revolutionary concept in fortress architecture when it was built.

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€2.50
Artecard Napoli 3 Museum Pass
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Exterior view of the Capodimonte Museum
Painting of the Polittico di san Michele by Francesco Pagano inside Capodimonte Museum
Royal Palace of Naples
Inside the Royal Palace of Naples
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Free Cancellation
Instant Confirmation
Flexible duration
1 more
  • Explore Naples without the hassle of purchasing tickets at each attraction and get free admission to the first 3 attractions of your choice from the list provided.

  • Visit the Museum of Capodimonte, Royal Palace of Naples, and many more sites! Leverage discounts of up to 50% on the 4th attraction onwards.

  • Enjoy unlimited public transport in the entire urban route for the 3-day validity of the pass.

  • Support is available in English and Italian with a digital pass that does not require you to physically carry a card and worry about handling it.

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  • Explore Naples without the hassle of purchasing tickets at each attraction and get free admission to the first 3 attractions of your choice from the list provided.

  • Visit the Museum of Capodimonte, Royal Palace of Naples, and many more sites! Leverage discounts of up to 50% on the 4th attraction onwards.

  • Enjoy unlimited public transport in the entire urban route for the 3-day validity of the pass.

  • Support is available in English and Italian with a digital pass that does not require you to physically carry a card and worry about handling it.

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€32
Artecard Campania - 3 days card
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Naples cityscape with historic buildings, featuring Artecard Campania for cultural exploration.
Naples cityscape with historic buildings, highlighting Artecard Campania benefits.
Naples cityscape with historic buildings, featuring Artecard Campania for cultural exploration.
Naples cityscape with historic buildings, featuring Artecard Campania for cultural exploration.
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Naples cityscape with historic buildings, featuring Artecard Campania for cultural exploration.
Free Cancellation
Extended Validity
Instant Confirmation
2 more
  • Discover the Campania region from Naples to Pompeii, Herculaneum, Paestum, and more with a single pass.
  • Enjoy free entry to two top attractions of your choice and get up to 50% off additional visits.
  • Choose from over 100+ included museums, archaeological sites, and cultural landmarks across the region.
  • Travel freely with unlimited access to Campania's public transportation during the validity of your Artecard.
  • Fun fact: Campania produces some of Italy's finest dry pasta and an abundance of well-respected cheeses and salamis, as well as some delicious liqueurs.

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  • Discover the Campania region from Naples to Pompeii, Herculaneum, Paestum, and more with a single pass.
  • Enjoy free entry to two top attractions of your choice and get up to 50% off additional visits.
  • Choose from over 100+ included museums, archaeological sites, and cultural landmarks across the region.
  • Travel freely with unlimited access to Campania's public transportation during the validity of your Artecard.
  • Fun fact: Campania produces some of Italy's finest dry pasta and an abundance of well-respected cheeses and salamis, as well as some delicious liqueurs.
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€48

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David Killoran
AU

David

5/5
Australia
Online booking meant getting straight in to a remarkable site. The scale of it was only really appreciated by walking through and up and up to the most stunning views and perspectives of Napoli. Able to fully understand Spaccanapoli.
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Ing.Foglar Elisabeth
AT

Ing.foglar

5/5
Austria
Wir konnten die lange Warteschlange umgehen, das war uns sehr wichtig da wir nicht viel Zeit hatten. Das Castell ist es in jedem Fall wert besucht zu werden!!!!!
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Andrea Gambini

Andrea

5/5
Beautiful, interesting place, rich in history. Fantastic experience, no problems with the ticket and how nice to be able to send your own photos as real postcards!
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arianna pascali

Arianna

4/5
Non l'ho potuto visitare molto perché siamo arrivati un po' tardi. Ma siamo riesci a vedere napoli dall'alto. Andrebbe indicato e l'ultimo ingresso è alle 18.30
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