# Museo di Capodimonte — Naples, Italy

> The Museo di Capodimonte occupies a vast Bourbon royal palace on a hilltop park north of Naples. King Charles VII of Bourbon began the palace in 1738 to house the Farnese collection inherited from his mother Elisabetta Farnese, one of the greatest art collections in Europe.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Thursday to Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM (Closed Wednesdays)
- Admission: €15 standard admission
- Address: Via Miano, 2, 80131 Napoli NA, Italy
- Time needed: 3–4 hours
- Official website: https://capodimonte.cultura.gov.it/en/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Flagellation of Christ — Caravaggio · c. 1607
- Danaë — Titian · c. 1544–1546
- Portrait of Pope Paul III — Titian · 1543
- Crucifixion — Masaccio · c. 1426–1428
- Vesuvius — Andy Warhol · 1985

## FAQ
**Is the surrounding park free?**
Yes, the Bosco di Capodimonte is open to the public as a city park.

**How do I reach the museum?**
City buses serve Capodimonte from the centre of Naples, including a dedicated shuttle.

**How long should I spend at Museo di Capodimonte?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Museo di Capodimonte best known for?**
King Charles VII of Bourbon began building the palace in 1738 to house the Farnese collection inherited from his mother. It opened as a public museum in 1957. Key highlights include Danaë by Titian, Flagellation of Christ by Caravaggio, Antea by Parmigianino.

**How do I get tickets for Museo di Capodimonte?**
€15 standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://capodimonte.cultura.gov.it/en/

**How do I get there from the centre?**
Take bus 168 from Piazza Museo — it is uphill and not easily walkable. Allow 20 minutes by bus from central Naples.

**How does Capodimonte compare to the Uffizi?**
Capodimonte has fewer visitors and a Farnese collection that rivals the Uffizi for Titian, Raphael, and Caravaggio.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/museo-di-capodimonte/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.