NAPLES UNESCO World Heritage Site

A crossroads of civilizations, it boasts an extraordinary architectural heritage: from the Greek-Roman layers underground to the splendors of the Renaissance and Baroque periods. UNESCO celebrates its uniqueness, where every alleyway tells centuries of history, art, and resilience.
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UNESCO in Naples

The history of our cultural initiative

For years, we have been working to preserve and promote the UNESCO spirit of Naples, a commitment born of a shared passion between institutions and local communities. Our story is one of:

• Courageous choices to protect the city’s treasures

• Valuable collaborations with experts and citizens

• Innovative projects that combine tradition and the future

• Unforgettable moments experienced in symbolic places

This journey is still ongoing, and we are writing it together day after day to keep Naples’ cultural heritage alive.

UNESCO governance

UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) is the leading international body for the protection of world cultural and natural heritage.

• Recognized lists: World Heritage, Intangible Heritage, Memory of the World

• Operational tools: International conventions, guidelines, support programs

• Constant monitoring: Technical committees and periodic evaluations

A complex system that unites 193 countries in the mission to preserve humanity’s treasures for future generations.

UNESCO itineraries and sites

Discover Naples’ cultural heritage through an interactive map and a constantly updated collection of images, videos, and insights into UNESCO-recognized monuments.

A visual and documentary journey through the places that tell the story, art, and identity of the city.

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1 April 2026

Second Edition of the UNESCO International Conference Ministers Giuli and Tajani in Naples for the UNESCO International Conference Naples is hosting the second edition of the UNESCO conference “Cultural Heritage in the 21st Century,” focusing on the protection of world

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4 February 2026

Naples listen up! New Management Plan for the UNESCO Historic Center: the Municipality meets with local associations The planning of the management of the UNESCO Historic Center is open to citizen participation. To gather input from those who live in