Excursion Royal palace of caserta & gardens tour at Naples

Explore the life of European royalty during the 18th century during this unforgettable, half-day excursion to the magnificent Caserta Royal Palace, an UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Royal Palace of Caserta

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 45-minute drive to the Royal Palace of Caserta, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. A Baroque masterpiece built for the Bourbon kings of Naples, the Royal Palace was modelled after Versailles, and, in some respects, is even more impressive. As you walk from the coach parking area to Caserta, you can appreciate the magnitude of its immense palace and apartments, which are comprised of 1,200 rooms connected by 34 staircases and illuminated by 1,970 windows. The Baroque architecture is indeed magnificent, as is the residence's sheer size; in the 18th century, Caserta was the largest palace and among the largest buildings erected in Europe.

Guided Walking Tour, Royal Apartments and Staircase

During your guided walking tour of the Royal Apartments, it's easy to understand why the palace was used as a filming location for several movies, including Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace; Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones' and Mission: Impossible II. The staircase appeared in Angels & Demons as the staircase of the Vatican.

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English Gardens, Cascades, Marble Statues and Botanical Garden

Surrounding the royal residence are vast English Gardens that are so large, they are officially called a park. During a stroll through the gardens, see how the fountains, cascades, inspiring vistas, wide avenues, marble statues, and a botanical garden come together to form this faithful example of a meticulously designed and groomed Baroque landscape. The water features rival those at Peterhof outside St. Petersburg. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately one-hour drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Naples City, Royal Palace of Caserta, Royal Apartments, Baroque Architecture, Antique Furniture and Décor, Paintings, English Gardens, Cascades, Marble Statues

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of walking, at times over uneven surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach and approximately 200 steps at the Royal Palace. This tour is not suitable for guests with limited mobility and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Lightweight, comfortable clothing with flat, closed-toe walking shoes and sun protection are recommended. The tour sequence may vary. Professional cameras and tripods are not permitted inside the Royal Palace. A local public shuttle bus is used inside the Royal Palace in order to reach the Gardens, which is not private. Big bags or backpacks are not allowed inside the Palace.