From Naples: Royal Palace of Caserta Tickets with Round-Trip Shuttle Transfers

The Royal Palace of Caserta is a 1-hour drive from Naples, where your experience will start and end. Put your feet up and begin the royal experience after you board your shuttle. Arriving at Caserta, the first thing you will notice is the luxurious courtyard. Thin blue lines of water set in the midst of deep green foliage make the perfect welcome.

Inside, you will observe the daily lives and peculiar habits of ancient nobles, through paraphernalia frozen in time. The palace holds a total of 1,200 rooms, a grand theater, and more than 2 dozen royal apartments. Venture outside and come alive in the gardens, decorated with gushing fountains and a variety of beautiful flowers.

From Naples: Royal Palace of Caserta Tickets with Round-Trip Shuttle Transfers

Discover the magnificent Royal Palace of Caserta on this guided tour that includes round-trip shuttle transfers from Naples, skip-the-line entry to explore the palace's vast interior and expansive gardens. This full-day excursion covers over 1,200 rooms, a large in-house theater with seating for 800 people, and more than 24 royal apartments. The tour also features lush greenery, vibrant fountains, and colorful flowers throughout the grounds. Built in 1752 under King Charles VII of Bourbon, the palace is the largest erected in Europe during the 18th century. Tourists spend approximately three hours exploring the interiors and two hours enjoying the gardens, ensuring a comprehensive experience that highlights the historical significance and architectural grandeur of this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Explore Royal Palace of Caserta

Your tour stops at the Royal Palace of Caserta where you can admire its sheer scale and opulence. Built in 1752 under King Charles VII of Bourbon, the palace covers an area of over 40 acres with a total floor space of more than 1,860,000 square feet. Inside, visitors see the grand Throne Room, the Royal Chapel, and the extensive library housing thousands of books. The palace's construction began in 1752 as a rival to Versailles and was completed by 1799. Its unique feature is the vast water supply system that powers its numerous fountains and gardens. Unlike other European palaces, Caserta boasts an unparalleled blend of Baroque architecture and natural beauty, making it stand out as one of Italy's most impressive landmarks.

Marvel at Royal Palace of Caserta’s Grand Fountains

At the Royal Palace of Caserta, guests can marvel at its grand fountains that are integral to the palace's landscaping. The Great Fountain is a centerpiece with statues depicting mythological scenes and water features that shoot up to 40 feet high. Constructed between 1769 and 1783 as part of King Ferdinand IV’s expansion, these fountains showcase intricate details and engineering prowess. Visitors spend about an hour strolling through the gardens where they can see over 200 different species of plants and flowers in bloom during spring and summer months. The palace's water system is one of the largest in Europe, providing a constant supply to maintain the lush greenery and vibrant fountains.

Experience Royal Palace of Caserta’s Lavish Gardens

Your tour continues at the Royal Palace of Caserta where you can explore its lavish gardens that span over 250 acres. The park is home to numerous species of trees, flowers, and plants including a variety of cypress, oak, and pine trees. Designed by Luigi Vanvitelli in conjunction with the palace's construction from 1752 onwards, these gardens feature an extensive network of paths and terraces that lead visitors through various themed sections like the English Garden and the Parterre de Broderie. Unlike other royal estates, Caserta’s gardens are meticulously maintained to preserve their historical integrity while offering modern amenities such as guided tours and audio guides in multiple languages.

Tour Highlights

• Skip-the-line entry at Royal Palace of Caserta
• 5-hour tour with round-trip shuttle transfers from Naples
• Audio guide available in English, Italian, German, French, Spanish
• Explore over 1,200 rooms and 24 royal apartments
• Walk through expansive gardens covering 250 acres
• Admire the grand fountains with water shooting up to 40 feet high
• Access to large in-house theater seating 800 people
• Convenience including skip-the-line access at Royal Palace of Caserta

Perfect for history enthusiasts, architecture lovers, and anyone interested in European royal heritage, this guided tour provides an immersive experience through the grandeur of Naples’ surroundings. The full-day format allows you to explore the Royal Palace’s interiors, marvel at its extensive gardens, and appreciate the historical significance of Caserta, giving you a deeper understanding of 18th-century Italian architecture while enjoying the unique blend of Baroque splendor and natural beauty.