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Sunset

Posillipo Sunset Walk

Start with a drink as the sky turns gold, then walk down to watch the sun slip into the sea.

Best time: 15 JanAbout 90 min

Timeline

  1. 15:44

    Virgilio Club

    Grab a drink and live music at the Virgilio Club. The views over the bay are perfect for settling in before the evening light hits.

  2. 16:12

    Posillipo

    Walk downhill from the club area toward Via Mergellina. Take bus 140 if you prefer to skip the steep descent.

  3. 16:39

    Underwater Park of Gaiola

    Arrive at the Underwater Park of Gaiola. Walk the shore to find a spot where you can see the water edge and the distant Roman ruins.

  4. 16:59

    Underwater Park of Gaiola

    Watch the sun set toward the WSW. The golden light fades into the twilight over the bay.

Local tip

The walk from the Virgilio Club to the Gaiola area is steep. Use the bus if your legs are tired.

Check before you go

  • Bus 140 runs from Via Mergellina.
  • Sunset times vary by season. Check current local sunset times if visiting outside January.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Naples (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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