I'm going to Naples at the end of August and they say it's dangerous, filthy, "the armpit of italy" (somebody else's words, not mine) I refuse to believe that. I expect it to have some problems, just like any other big city, but is it really that bad? What will the weather be like at the end of August? (Hot I know, but how hot?)
2006-07-16 07:33:43 · 16 answers · asked by margaritasonriente 1 in Travel ➔ Italy ➔ Naples
There are some dodgy parts of Naples and it's not the prettiest place in Italy. Just be sensible as you would in any large city. The biggest danger are the drivers, they are suicidal. If you're driving, be careful and watch the other cars like a hawk. Pick pockets are also a bit of a problem in Italian cities but if you just keep the cash you carry to a minimum and use a money belt or a neck purse you'll be fine. It'll be very hot in August but just head for the coast. That's what the Italians do.
Buon fortuna
2006-07-18 11:03:00 · answer #1 · answered by samanthajanecaroline 6 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Naples is a beautiful, friendly historic city. Remember beauty is in the eye of the beholder. You won't be sorry you went.. As far as the weather go to the Weather channel and put in Naples,Italy in the search box and it will give you the mean temperature for the end of August.
2006-07-16 14:38:45 · answer #2 · answered by chuckimagine 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
There are nowords todescribe Naples..it's just FANTASTIC...of curse it has the same problems of a big city but don't be scared!
2006-07-19 15:58:51 · answer #3 · answered by giuliano g 2 · 5⤊ 0⤋
We were in Naples in May 2006. It is a very dirty city, compared to Florence and Rome which were lovely. We went to the National Museum which houses the relics of Pompeii and Herculanum. A local man even made hand gesture to my husband (he didn't speak English) to keep his camera in front of him and hold onto it. We didn't have trouble with pickpockets, but heard of those who did.
2006-07-16 15:06:14 · answer #4 · answered by cackywalker 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
no - naples is supposed to be lovely. watch out for the italian men all hitting on you though!
2006-07-16 14:36:47 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is not too bad really, just watch your bag !
The traffic is horrendous !
we went July and it was stifling but we too are going there in Sept via a cruise and are going to visit Pompei we are really looking forward to it .I have posted for info for the train etc hope i get some answers !
Hope your trip is good !
2006-07-20 05:54:41 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Have you considered staying in Sorrento instead? It's much smaller, much more beautiful, and a lot safer. When I first arrived in Naples I asked a man for directions, and he stole my map. Honest to God. It was hilarious... and depressing. Typical Naples.
2006-07-17 23:02:49 · answer #7 · answered by Jetgirly 6 · 0⤊ 3⤋
http://uk.holidaysguide.yahoo.com/p-travelguide-7512-naples_travel_guide-i
check out this link it contains everything you need to know about naples. Hope you have a lovely time on your hols, buono viaggio.
2006-07-16 14:46:10 · answer #8 · answered by celtic_princess77 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
SOME OF IT IS PRETTY ROUGH. ESPECIALLY ROUND ABOUT HERCULANEUM, BUT IT'S WORTH A VISIT ANYWAY. IT'S AMAZING. THE WEATHERSHOULD BE PRETY HOT.
ENJOY
2006-07-16 14:48:27 · answer #9 · answered by Patchouli Pammy 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yes.
And it will be very hot in August
2006-07-19 13:13:15 · answer #10 · answered by il faccino 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋