America's Cup Naples: where to watch the races from land (for free)
The beauty of the America's Cup in Naples is that you don't need a boat: the race course is close to the shore and the seafront becomes a free grandstand several kilometres long. Here are the best spots to follow the AC75s, how to get there and what to bring.
At a glance
- Race course
- In the bay, close to the shore between Castel dell'Ovo and Posillipo
- From the seafront
- Free, no ticket needed: the natural area for spectators is Lungomare Caracciolo
- Race village
- In 2026 it was at Rotonda Diaz, free entry; 2027 locations to be announced
- Getting there
- Line 2 Mergellina or Piazza Amedeo; Line 1 Municipio; Cumana or Line 2 for Bagnoli
- When
- Louis Vuitton Cup from 22 May, the Match from 10 July 2027
The best spots on land
Lungomare Caracciolo and Rotonda Diaz
This is the main grandstand: a long pedestrian stretch right in front of the race course. During the preliminary regatta in September 2026 the event village was at Rotonda Diaz, with free entry. It is the most convenient spot and also the most crowded.
Castel dell'Ovo and Borgo Marinari
From the tip of Castel dell'Ovo and from Borgo Marinari, the little harbour beneath the castle, you can see the open bay towards Posillipo. Get there early: there is not much space on the pier.
Mergellina and Posillipo
From Mergellina you look straight at the race course, with smaller crowds than at Rotonda Diaz. Heading up to Posillipo, the viewpoints and the paths down to the sea give you a view of the boats from above.
Nisida and Coroglio
To the west, from the Coroglio area you can see the islet of Nisida and you are close to Bagnoli, where the team bases and the free sports village are: there you can watch the boats go out and come back in.
Note: the official viewing points, any giant screens and the areas closed to the public for 2027 have not been announced yet. We will update this page as soon as the City Council and the organisers publish the programme.
Getting there
- Metro Line 2: Mergellina and Piazza Amedeo stops, a few minutes' walk from the seafront.
- Line 1: Municipio stop, then walk towards Castel dell'Ovo.
- To Bagnoli: the Cumana train (a local railway line) or Line 2 to Bagnoli.
- By car: not recommended. On race days there are traffic and navigation restrictions.
What to bring
- Water, a hat and sunscreen: between late May and July the seafront is in full sun with little shade.
- Binoculars, if you have them: the boats sometimes move further out to sea.
- A charged smartphone to follow the live coverage and scores on the official app or website.
Around the race course
- America's Cup Naples 2027dates and full schedule
- Seafront and Castel dell'Ovothe guide
- Mergellinaharbour and seaside kiosks
- Chiaiathe neighbourhood behind the seafront
Frequently asked questions
Where can you watch the America's Cup races in Naples?
From Lungomare Caracciolo and Rotonda Diaz, from Castel dell'Ovo, from Mergellina and from the viewpoints of Posillipo. The race course is close to the shore between Castel dell'Ovo and Posillipo.
Do you need a ticket to watch the races?
No, you can watch for free from the seafront. The event village and the sports village in Bagnoli are also free to enter.
How do you get to the seafront for the races?
Take metro Line 2 (Mergellina or Piazza Amedeo) or Line 1 to Municipio. Driving is not recommended because of traffic restrictions.
Where to stay near the seafront where the races are held
48 places to stay in Chiaia on Napolibnb.it, the Naples holiday-rental portal: you contact the host directly, with no booking fees. Every listing shows its official CIN code.
