Royal Palace of Caserta and the Archeological Museum – Day Trip from Naples

The former home of Italian royalty, the Palace of Caserta is a massive complex with a footprint over 650,000 square feet, reaching five floors high. It contains well over a thousand lavish rooms, with construction and architectural styles dating back to the 1700s. It has a long and storied history even beyond its royal lineage – appearing in movies like Star Wars, and acting as a site of military organization in times of need as recently as 1945.

That palace’s land extends far beyond its walls, stretching into a colossal garden with five exquisite fountains. Take in the majesty of Baroque architecture at an incredible scale, immersing your heart and soul in majesty that extends beyond the eye in every direction. Explore the largest royal palace in the world, all with the aid of an expert guide.

Your guided tours will not end with Caserta, however, as you will be led on another guided tour through one of the most prestigious locations in all of Naples: the National Archeological Museum.

Originally built in the 16th century, Naples’ National Archeological Museum offers a collection of the most breathtaking sculptures you will ever witness. A must-see for anyone interested in Greek and Roman history, this museum has dedicated itself to archiving and preserving some of the greatest statues from both histories. It also holds a significant collection of 2,500 Egyptian pieces, offering the museum a cross-continental prestige.

Marble and bronze statues, crafted to make inanimate earth look unmistakably alive, offers renderings of mythological and historical figures. From Aphrodite to Hercules, you will find characters of all shapes and sizes presented in immaculate detail.

The museum is also known for its collection of mosaics. Many of them are survivors of the Pompeii disaster, having retained their beauty through unspeakable tragedy and awaiting your vigilant eye. Your professional licensed guide will show you these stories and more, as you walk the dignified halls of the National Archeological Museum.