When it comes to historic cities, few come as close as Naples. Sitting on the western coast of Italy - neighbouring the Tyrrhenian Sea, Napoli is the biggest urban hub in southern Italy and as such is the gateway to a large proportion of the country.
Located 6km northeast of the central city in the suburb of Capodichino, Naples Airport offers some great views when coming into land with backdrops of Mount Vesuvius of Pompeii fame and the Gulf of Naples.
After touching down, make your way to the car rental desk at the arrival terminal with your DriveNow booking confirmation and hit the road in style. With a wide choice of great vehicles from Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz and SIXT, DriveNow offers the most cost-effective way of renting a car at Naples Airport.
To fully appreciate modern Naples, it's important to take a look at the history books. The regional land around Naples has been inhabited since the Neolithic period with local artefacts and fossils found dating back tens of thousands of years.
Moving forward, Naples has been home to many groups including the Greeks, Romans, Germans, French before finally Italians - each contributing to the myriad of vast archaeological and architectural treasures, palaces, castles and churches which dot the landscape.
From every angle, Naples is a city that wants to impress. Whether you enjoy a freshly cooked meal pulled right from the sea, exploring the rich volcanic lands or simply experience the serenity of an ancient landmark - it's fair to say Naples is a true world icon. Naples features a wonderful insight into renaissance and medieval times - combining well with more modern infrastructure. If you are visiting the city for the first time, some recommended highlights include:
When it comes to exploring further afield, make the most of your rental car and head out of Naples to visit:
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