Via Toledo (Toledo Street), Naples
Toledo Street is another ancient street that is home to many important landmarks. Toledo Street is three-quarters of a mile long and runs from Piazza Dante to Piazza Trieste e Trento. The street was first created in 1536 and gained popularity as a traditional Grand Tour stop.
Toledo Street is a pedestrian-only destination for shopping. Here, you can find Italian-inspired clothing items from boutiques or chain stores. The Galleria Umberto is one of Italy's most popular shopping arcades and is decorated with sculptures and murals. The gallery has shops, restaurants, and cafes. You can't miss the impressive domed glass and steel roof that fills the gallery with natural light.
Several museums and historical buildings line Toledo Street. The San Carlo Theatre was first opened in 1737 and is the oldest continuously running opera house in the world. The Royal Palace of Naples was originally built in the 1600s and displays the luxurious live of Naples' royals.
Toledo Street is a pedestrian-only destination for shopping. Here, you can find Italian-inspired clothing items from boutiques or chain stores. The Galleria Umberto is one of Italy's most popular shopping arcades and is decorated with sculptures and murals. The gallery has shops, restaurants, and cafes. You can't miss the impressive domed glass and steel roof that fills the gallery with natural light.
Several museums and historical buildings line Toledo Street. The San Carlo Theatre was first opened in 1737 and is the oldest continuously running opera house in the world. The Royal Palace of Naples was originally built in the 1600s and displays the luxurious live of Naples' royals.
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Sight Name: Via Toledo (Toledo Street)
Sight Location: Naples, Italy (See walking tours in Naples)
Sight Type: Shopping
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Sight Location: Naples, Italy (See walking tours in Naples)
Sight Type: Shopping
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
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