Naples, Italy
Parco Virgiliano

A scenic park with several playgrounds for children and kiosks for youngsters to simply relax, on the hill of Posillipo overlooking the Nisida island and Mount Vesuvius.

Parco Virgiliano in Naples, Italy is worth going simply because of the unmatched panoramic views it offers. Surrounded by the coastal towns of Sorrento and Amalfi, Gaiola and Trentaremi Bay, and the islands of Capri and Ischia, this park is a scenic and serene haven for all those who wish to seek refuge from the city’s bustle. Parco Virgiliano means Park of Remembrance and has been named so, in the honour of those who died in WWI. Watching the sunset amidst the strawberry, olive, and rosemary trees is a treat for the eyes. One can also enjoy watching a game of Italian soccer. Just outside the main gates, lose yourselves in an upscale Posillipo market, open on Thursdays between 9am and 2pm. A shopper’s paradise where cashmere wool, leather, and furs can be purchased in fine quality.


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Tips Before You Go
Since the park is slightly off the main city, it would be good to look up the timings of public transport in advance. Summer is a good time to visit the park as there are many concerts during this time. Also, there are many events organized during summer in the park’s amphitheatre.
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Parco Virgiliano, Viale Virgilio, 80123 Napoli NA, Italy