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Filming in Naples with Vesuvius and bay view

Naples Filming Services

Raw authenticity meets dramatic landscapes - from the chaotic energy of the historic center to the glamorous Amalfi Coast and haunting ruins of Pompeii.

Why Film in Naples

Volcanic Drama

Mount Vesuvius provides a dramatic backdrop while Pompeii and Herculaneum offer ancient Roman settings preserved in ash.

Amalfi Coast

World-famous coastal road, Positano cliffs, Ravello gardens, and Capri glamour for luxury and lifestyle productions.

Authentic Character

UNESCO-listed historic center with narrow streets, baroque churches, and genuine Neapolitan atmosphere.

Naples Filming Locations

From the UNESCO-listed historic center to the dramatic coastline of Posillipo, we help you access the perfect locations for your production.

Centro Storico & Spaccanapoli

UNESCO-listed labyrinthine streets, baroque churches, and the ancient decumani Roman grid.

Lungomare & Chiaia

Elegant waterfront promenade with Castel dell'Ovo, yacht harbor, and upscale neighborhoods.

Quartieri Spagnoli

Narrow grid of streets with hanging laundry, street shrines, and intense local life.

Posillipo

Affluent hilltop district with panoramic bay views, historic villas, and prestigious addresses.

Amalfi Coast

Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello - cliff-hanging villages along the world's most scenic coastal road.

Pompeii & Vesuvius

Ancient Roman city frozen in time and the iconic volcano overlooking the Bay of Naples.

Popular Filming Spots in Naples

Our local fixers know these Naples locations inside out, helping you navigate permits, logistics, and timing for the best results.

Spaccanapoli & Centro Storico

neighborhood

The arrow-straight ancient Roman street cutting through Naples' heart. Baroque churches, street vendors, and layered history.

Moderate permits

Municipality permit. Individual church permissions through Diocese. Expect crowds and improvisation.

Best times: morning for markets, late afternoon for street life
Note: Chaotic traffic. Unpredictable local activity. Narrow streets limit equipment.

Pompeii Archaeological Park

landmark

Roman city preserved by Vesuvius eruption in 79 AD. Streets, villas, amphitheater, and frescoes frozen in time.

Complex permits

Parco Archeologico di Pompei manages access. MiC oversight. Significant fees for commercial filming. 3-4 week advance notice.

Best times: early morning for empty streets, golden hour
Note: No equipment contact with structures. Archaeological supervision required. Visitor access maintained.

Amalfi Coast Road (SS163)

street

The legendary winding coastal road between Positano and Amalfi. Dramatic cliffs, sea views, and iconic driving sequences.

Moderate permits

ANAS (road authority) for closures. Individual municipality permits for towns. Expensive road closures.

Best times: early morning before traffic, golden hour
Note: Extremely narrow road. Heavy summer traffic. Closures very expensive.

Positano

neighborhood

Iconic cliff-hanging village with pastel buildings cascading to the sea. Beach, boutiques, and la dolce vita atmosphere.

Moderate permits

Municipality permit. Beach access through tourism office. Many stairs - equipment logistics challenging.

Best times: sunrise, golden hour
Note: No vehicle access to lower village. Steep terrain everywhere. Very crowded summer.

Castel dell'Ovo & Lungomare

landmark

Ancient seaside fortress on a small island connected to Naples' elegant waterfront promenade.

Moderate permits

Municipality for Lungomare. Castle interior through cultural department. Popular event venue.

Best times: sunset, blue hour

Capri

waterfront

Glamorous island with Blue Grotto, Marina Grande, Anacapri, and the famous Piazzetta. Ultimate Mediterranean luxury.

Complex permits

Capri municipality. Ferry logistics for equipment. High costs. Blue Grotto access weather-dependent.

Best times: morning for Blue Grotto, any time for village
Note: Ferry-only access. Very expensive. Crowded in summer. Weather affects boat access.

Mount Vesuvius

landmark

Iconic volcano overlooking Naples Bay. Crater rim hike with panoramic views. Dramatic establishing shots.

Moderate permits

Vesuvius National Park authority. Crater access depends on volcanic activity level.

Best times: morning for clear views, sunset for dramatic light
Note: Weather dependent. Crater access may be restricted. Strenuous hike with equipment.

Ravello

neighborhood

Hilltop town above the Amalfi Coast. Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone gardens with spectacular terraces and sea views.

Moderate permits

Municipality plus individual villa agreements. Villa Rufolo hosts Ravello Festival - check calendar.

Best times: morning, golden hour

Transport & Logistics in Naples

Essential logistics information for planning your Naples production.

Airports

Naples International Airport NAP

7km / 20-30 min

Alibus to Centrale/Molo Beverello (20 min) Taxi (~โ‚ฌ25 fixed) Private transfer

Local Transit

metro

Line 1 connects Garibaldi to Vomero and beyond. Famous for art stations (Toledo, Universitร ). Line 2 serves Campi Flegrei.

Crew tip: Toledo station is one of world's most beautiful - worth scouting. Metro filming requires ANM authorization.

ferry

Essential for Capri, Ischia, Procida, and Sorrento. Molo Beverello and Mergellina ports. Frequent hydrofoil service.

Crew tip: Equipment transport to islands requires cargo ferry coordination. Book in advance for summer.

bus

SITA buses for Amalfi Coast. ANM for city. Circumvesuviana train to Pompeii and Sorrento.

Crew tip: Circumvesuviana every 30 min to Pompeii (35 min) and Sorrento (70 min). Not air-conditioned.

taxi

White licensed taxis. Fixed rates for common routes. Consortaxi and Radiotaxi Napoli.

Crew tip: 081.8888 or 081.5555 for dispatch. Agree on price before longer journeys.

Parking & Production Vehicles

General availability: difficult

Centro Storico ZTL and chaotic. Lungomare has metered parking. Underground parking at Municipio and port area. Amalfi Coast parking extremely limited.

Production vehicles: Naples Film Commission assists with ZTL permits. Base camp options at port industrial area or Mostra d'Oltremare grounds. Amalfi Coast productions often base in Salerno.

Getting Between Locations

Naples Centro is congested - allow extra time. Centro to Pompeii: 35 min train. Naples to Positano: 1.5-2 hr by car (longer in summer). Naples to Capri: 50 min hydrofoil. Amalfi Coast road is slow but scenic - budget 2 hr for Amalfi to Ravello even though it's close.

Why Film in Naples

  • Unmatched visual diversity from ancient ruins to coastal glamour
  • Authentic Italian atmosphere increasingly rare in tourist centers
  • Dramatic volcanic landscapes and Mediterranean coastline
  • Lower costs than northern Italian cities
  • Strong local production support and experienced crews

Ready to Film in Naples?

Let us handle permits, crew, equipment, and logistics while you focus on capturing the soul of Southern Italy.