Bourbon royal palace of 1738 housing the Farnese collection (Titian, Caravaggio's Flagellation, Bruegel's Parable of the Blind) inside a large royal woodland.
The Museo e Real Bosco di Capodimonte occupies a Bourbon royal palace begun in 1738 on a hill above Naples, in Campania, Italy, at Via Miano 2. Charles of Bourbon built it to house the Farnese art collection he inherited, and the palace is surrounded by the Real Bosco, a large royal woodland that is a public park.
The museum is among the most important picture galleries in southern Italy. Highlights include works by Titian, Caravaggio's Flagellation of Christ, and Bruegel the Elder's Parable of the Blind, alongside Renaissance and Baroque paintings from the Farnese holdings and Neapolitan artists. The royal apartments preserve period interiors, including a famous porcelain room. Large rooms and long galleries mean visitors need to choose priorities rather than try to see everything.
A realistic visit takes about three hours, combining the main galleries with a walk in the park. The museum is open Thursday to Tuesday, usually 8:30AM to 7:30PM with last entry at 6:30PM, and closed on Wednesday. The park is free and open daily. Weekday mornings are quietest for the galleries, while the afternoon suits a stroll through the woodland, which offers shaded paths, lawns and views back toward the city and Vesuvius.
The site sits away from the historic centre, so visitors usually take an ANM bus toward Capodimonte from the Museo or Piazza Dante area, or a taxi of about 15 minutes from Piazza Garibaldi. Adult admission is EUR 15, with EUR 2 for EU citizens aged 18 to 25 and free entry for under-18s. The third floor may be closed for works, and the coat check has been suspended since 1 May 2026, so visitors should travel light.
| Admission | Adult EUR 15 (~$17) · Child Free under 18 |
|---|---|
| Hours | Museum Thu-Tue 8:30AM-7:30PM (last entry 6:30PM), closed Wednesday; Real Bosco park free and open daily; capodimonte.cultura.gov.it |
| Typical visit | 3 hours |
| Best time | Weekday morning for the museum, afternoon for the park |
| Getting there | ANM bus toward Capodimonte from the Museo/Piazza Dante area (routes at anm.it); taxi about 15 minutes from Piazza Garibaldi |
| Address | Via Miano 2, 80131 Napoli |
Location
Via Miano 2, 80131 Napoli
40.8664, 14.2503 View on map
Highlights
- Farnese collection with works by Titian and other Renaissance masters
- Caravaggio's Flagellation of Christ
- Bruegel the Elder's Parable of the Blind
- Real Bosco royal woodland, free to enter, with city and Vesuvius views
Tips for visiting
- The museum is closed on Wednesday; the park stays open daily.
- Go to the galleries on a weekday morning and keep the park for the afternoon.
- Travel light, as the coat check has been suspended since 1 May 2026.
- Last museum entry is at 6:30PM, so arrive at least two hours before closing.
- Check whether the third floor is open before planning a full visit.
When to visit
Weekday mornings are best for the museum, and spring or early autumn afternoons suit the park. Avoid Wednesday, when the museum is closed.
Accessibility
The palace is a large historic building, and visitors using wheelchairs or with limited mobility should ask staff about lifts and accessible routes. Park paths are mostly walkable but include slopes.
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Frequently asked questions
How long should a visit to Capodimonte take?
About three hours covers the main galleries and part of the park. Art enthusiasts can spend a full day.
Is the Real Bosco park free?
Yes. The park is free and open daily, while the museum requires a ticket of EUR 15.
Is Capodimonte worth it for children?
The park gives children space to run, and under-18s enter the museum free. The galleries themselves suit older children interested in art.