DK Travel : Naples & the Amalfi Coast

From one perspective, this area is an anomaly, at once one of the earth’s most beautiful and yet most accursed places. It has been the choice of the great and wealthy as their playground, while also being the scene of some of the greatest natural disasters and the grittiest human misery. Perhaps these irreconcilable twists of fate are at the root of the Neapolitans’ famously optimistic cynicism. The city of Naples itself is a vibrant urban setting, almost non-European in its intensity, while the beauty of the surrounding coast has been known to make grown men weep.

Bar Tiberio, Capri

One of the main bars on the renowned Piazzetta, but everyone has his or her own favourite. Great for people-watching.
Baracdero

This bar captures the charm of the Santa Lucia quarter, immortalized in one of the most famous Neapolitan songs. By the water, near Castel dell’Ovo, it’s great for hanging out and enjoying the views.
Beer

All major brands are available, but a local Italian favourite is Peroni. If you want draft, ask for alla spina .
Belisarius

The general was sent by the Byzantine Emperor to reconquer much of the Italian peninsula in the 5th century.
Bella Capri

Located right on the main port, with nicely furnished rooms on the sixth floor of a modern block, each room has great views of Mount Vesuvius and Capri from its own balcony. It’s a pleasant walk to the Villa Comunale from here, and there are great restaurants in the area too.
Bellavista

Vine-covered walkways surround the main building, and the rooms are airy and well-appointed.
Bellevue Syrene, Sorrento

Built on the ruins of a 2nd-century BC Roman villa, this beautiful establishment carries the Roman theme forward with Pompeian decor in some rooms and even a Jacuzzi that has been made to resemble a Roman bath.
Bellini

This trattoria specializes in seafood pasta and grilled catch of the day.
Bellini

Mainstream theatre and touring international musicals (usually in English) are featured here, as well as dance, local musicals and concerts. Recent international productions have included Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet and Fiddler on the Roof .
Benedetto Croce

The philosopher, historian and statesman (1866–1952) spent much time in Naples.

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