Via dei Tribunali (Tribunal Street), Naples

Tribunal Street is one of the main historic arteries of Naples, running parallel to Spaccanapoli through the heart of the old town. Its origins go back to the Greek foundation of Neápolis in the 5th century BC, when the city was laid out according to a strict grid. Tribunal Street follows the line of the ancient decumanus maximus, the principal east–west road of the Greek and later Roman city, making it one of the oldest continuously used streets in Europe.

The street takes its modern name from the tribunals and administrative buildings that stood here during the Roman period. Over time, Tribunal Street remained a central route, adapting to each historical phase layered above it.

Some of Naples’ most important religious buildings open directly onto the street, including the Cathedral of Naples, with its blend of early Christian, medieval, and Baroque architecture. At the same time, everyday life unfolds at street level: food shops, bakeries, cafés, and small businesses occupy ground floors that have been in constant use for centuries.

Tribunal Street is also closely associated with Naples’ food culture, particularly pizza. Several long-established pizzerias are located along the street, making it a popular stop for visitors as well as locals.