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Castle of the Egg (Castel dell'Ovo)

Porto Santa Lucia, Naples, Italy
081-2464334
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Ranked #19 of 167 attractions in Naples
Type: Historic Sites
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Miskolc, Hungary
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36 reviews 36 reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

I required more from there but some people said: not expect lot. When the people come here you have to look at, but this will be a memorable Naples. If You come here, you have to see this, but not that is the reason, that you have beautiful memories from Naples.

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Milan, Italy
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

still you should visit it! we just amd a tour around and inside a part of it. It offers you a nice view on the bay of Napoli, either on the side of the port or the Vomero and then the rest.

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Watford, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2013

Nice to look at from our hotel breakfast and nice to go inside with some stunning views over the bays on both sides and of Vesuvius rising up ominously. There does not seem to be an entrance fee which struck me as odd but upon closer inspection it would appear that the castle gets used for business seminars and also... More

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Rome, Italy
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

this is one of the symbols of naples. very pictoresque and interesting to visit it. enjoy it cos we really recomend it

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Stockholm
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

Walking along Via Caracciolo you can deviate into the so called "Borgo Maqrinaro" and pay a visit to the Egg Castle. The story of this Place is a legend but the beaty of this Place is true! When you get on the top of the castle you will become part of the sourranding nature: the sea and the sky and... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013 via mobile

Free to walk around. Offers great views of the bay and the city from the top. There is some information around, but not a lot. Definitely worth a visit. Plenty of restaurants and cafes in the area.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

A stronghold, silent, kissing the water and one almost want to live in the 16th century because of the perfect place. Or maybe not.....no smartphones....hi hi.....

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St. Petersburg, Russia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 March 2013 via mobile

The entrance is free and castle is really amazing! Plus the view of city from the top is perfect ! But don't eat in restaurants nearby, especially Ciro!!! Disgusting place!

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Naples, Italy
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

This castle was a bit of a disappointment but is still well worth seeing. It was the original center of Naples and has been fortified since 800 BC. It is an imposing structure but has been rebuilt so many times over the ages that it is more like a rambling hodge podge of architectural styles, construction techniques and military defensive... More

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Windsor, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2013

Long walk from town center! It is ok when get thre as is free. Not to much to see or do. Walk back is uneventful. Just expensive , as you will need somewhere for a drink....

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