Set amidst the lush greenery of a vast park, the National Museum of Capodimonte is one of Italy’s most important cultural landmarks, home to an extraordinary collection that spans centuries of art history. Originally conceived as the Royal Palace of Capodimonte, it was designed to preserve and display the legacies of the Kings of Naples, offering visitors a journey through beauty, power and artistic genius.
With your licensed art historian guide, ascend the monumental staircase to the first floor where you will encounter the world-renowned Farnese Collection. Here, masterpieces by Titian, Masolino, and Masaccio stand alongside precious drawings by Raphael and Michelangelo. This floor, a veritable temple of Renaissance and Baroque art, culminates in the Royal Apartments, still adorned with the elegance and refinement of the Bourbon court.
The second floor unveils the rich tapestry of Neapolitan art, from the Middle Ages through the Renaissance and Mannerist periods. As you progress through the galleries, your path leads to one of the museum’s most treasured works — the emotionally charged Flagellation of Christ by Caravaggio, a masterpiece where light and shadow become pure drama.
Finally, the third floor opens a window to the modern era with the Contemporary Art Collection. Here, the dialogue between past and present reaches its climax with iconic works such as Vesuvius by Andy Warhol, a striking pop art interpretation of Naples’ most famous volcano.
Throughout your visit, your guide will illuminate the context, symbolism and artistic techniques behind each work, transforming this into more than just a museum tour, it becomes a living narrative of art history.
Without expert guidance, you might simply see paintings and sculptures; with us, you will understand their soul.