Royal Palace of Caserta from Naples: tickets, opening hours, train and what to see
Commissioned by Charles of Bourbon and designed by Luigi Vanvitelli, the Royal Palace of Caserta (Reggia di Caserta) is one of the largest royal residences in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the royal apartments to the three-kilometre park with its fountains, it is an easy day trip from Naples by train.
At a glance
- From Naples
- Regional train from Napoli Centrale to Caserta, less than an hour; from Caserta station to the palace it is about 500 metres on foot
- Closed
- Tuesdays
- Opening hours
- From early morning to late afternoon, with last entry one hour before closing: check the day's hours on the palace website
- Ticket
- €18 park and royal apartments; €12 apartments only; €2 reduced
- Free
- On the first Sunday of the month (some areas may stay closed)
- Time needed
- A full day: 1.5–2 hours for the apartments, 2–3 hours for the park
What to see
The Royal Apartments
From the grand staircase you climb up to the Bourbon apartments: throne rooms, bedrooms, the library, the royal nativity scene and the Picture Gallery. It is the most spectacular part of the interior.
The Royal Park
From the rear façade a water avenue about three kilometres long stretches out, with pools and fountains rising up to the Great Waterfall and the fountain of Diana and Actaeon. You can walk it (it takes time), cycle it on a hired bike or take the internal shuttle.
The English Garden
At the top of the park, a romantic garden with rare plants, ponds and fake ruins, created at the wish of Queen Maria Carolina.
Tip: visit the apartments first, then the park: the park is huge and at its best in the middle of the day. Bring water and comfortable shoes, and don't go on a Tuesday.
How to get there from Naples
Regional trains to Caserta leave from Napoli Centrale station throughout the day; the journey takes less than an hour. The palace is right in front of Caserta station, about 500 metres away. Staying in the Central Station area gives you an advantage for this and the other day trips by train.
Other day trips by train
Frequently asked questions
How much is the ticket for the Royal Palace of Caserta?
€18 for the park and royal apartments, €12 for the apartments only, €2 reduced. It is free on the first Sunday of the month.
What day is the Royal Palace of Caserta closed?
Tuesday.
How do you get to the Royal Palace of Caserta from Naples?
By regional train from Napoli Centrale to Caserta, less than an hour; the palace is about 500 metres from the station.
Where to stay for the day trip to Caserta
47 places to stay in the Central Station area on Napolibnb.it, the Naples holiday-rental portal: you contact the host directly, with no booking fees. Every listing shows its official CIN code.
