You will be surprised how easily you can get around by foot. Interesting spots are almost on every corner and most distances (especially in the historic center) are small and can be walked in a matter of minutes.

While walking, remember: For Neapolitan drivers, red lights are mere suggestions; cross busy streets carefully, and stick with a crowd if possible. Always look both ways when crossing a street, because a lot of driver`s scoff at the notion of a one-way street. The zebra stripes (white lines) in the street meant to indicate pedestrians have the right of way mean absolutely nothing here.

Naples` public transportation system is fairly difficult to understand for the first time visitor, since different lines are operated by different companies and sometimes interexchange is not allowed between different providers. With the creation of the organization UnicoCampania with the aim of managing an integrated fare system for the whole region of Campania, has seen a real simplication of the tariffs. Within city limits, integrated tickets are available for use on any kind of vehicle and company. These tickets are available for about €1.60 for one hour of validity, and €4.50 for a day. Besides, a Corsa Semplice ticket, valid for one ride in only one transport company, is available at the fare of about €1.10.

The Metropolitana (subway) has three lines: line 1 (managed by ANM) from Piazza Dante to the Vomero and beyond; line 2 is actually a commuter rail service operated by Trenitalia, crosses the city from west to east and have 10 stations within the city limits; Line 6 (managed by ANM) is a light subway connecting Fuorigrota to Mergellina with 4 stops with plans to expand this line to the port.

The funicular train (www.metro.na.it) takes passengers up and down the steep hills of Naples. Centrale connects the lower part of the city to Vomero. Daily departures are from Piazzetta Duca d`Aosta just off Via Roma. The same tickets valid for buses and the Metro are good for the funicular.

The bus (run by Azienda Napoletana Mobilità S.p.A., or ANM) is not the most reliable way to get around Naples. Still, if you`re planning on making stops along the Corso Umberto (the city`s main commercial street), the bus is a good bet since it has a dedicated bus lane. Tickets can be used on buses, the metro and the funicular.

There are several ferry and hydrofoil services that connect Naples and local ports and islands. Ferry and hydrofoil services leave from either Molo Beverello, Porta di Massa(approx. 0.6 miles by foot from Beverello), Mergellina or Pozzuoli Cumana . Some then of them are listed here:

-Metrò del Mare has several lines that connect Naples and Sapri; Bacoli and Salerno and Sorrento; Monte di Procida and Salerno; and, Amalfi and Sapri. Besides the main stops the ferry service also connects many smaller communities. The Metro del Mare webpage has schedules, timetables and location of ticket counters. It seems to only operate in summer.

-L.N.G. has a hydrofoil service that connects Naples with the island of Capri, along with Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi.

-AliLauro has a hydrofoil service that connects Naples with the islands of Ponza, Ventotene, Procida, Ischia, Capri and Eolie, and the towns of Formia, Castellamare, Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi and Salerno. Alilauro operates from both the Molo Beverello and Mergelina.

-MedMar, Caremar and SNAV operate hydrofoils and ferries. Reaching one of the islands in the gulf by ferry can take up to 70 minutes (hydrofoils are much faster, but more expensive).

For most of the year, the sea is calm, and in any case when it happens to be rough the boats` runs are stopped. Ferries also have open decks, which are particularly attractive and scenic to use in spring and summer. The sunlight is bright here, so cover up or use sunscreen to prevent sunburns.

Taxis and the Metro are the quickest ways to see Naples. Taxis are the most expensive way, though. Before getting into a taxi, make sure it is licensed. Licensed taxis will have a city crest on the door and a taxi number. Also, make sure it has a meter. By law, licensed taxis must display a list of set fares in a number of languages (Italian, English, French, German and Spanish). Check for such fares and agree to them before starting the journey.

It is not recommended to drive in the city due to traffic congestion, ancient streets not ideal for cars, and parking shortages in the city. We recommend you leave your car parked and use public transportation to visit the city, you may consider parking your vehicle at your hotel (at a few). Some additional parking options are near the center of Naples with unlimited and safeguarded parking or the open air parking on the outskirts of the city. Public metro and bus transport to the center is available.

Note: the city centre is a ZTL zone with no access to visiting car drivers, only available for residents with special permits. Centro Storico, Mezzocannone and Piazza del Gesù are part of the ZTL zone (`Zona Traffico Limitato`).

On-street parking in Naples applies in the central area (Via Foria ,Via Cyril, Via Carbonara and Via Poerio plus nearby streets and on Piazza Mercato) on parking bays with blue lines on Monday-Sunday from 8:00am-8:00pm; Monday-Saturday 1st hour is about €2.00, after that €2.50/hour; Sunday (and Public Holidays) is about €1.00 for every 2 hours.