Fontana del Gigante, Naples Monument
Historic Neapolitan fountain featuring a colossal statue
A large historic fountain on Naples' seafront, Fontana del Gigante sits along the Lungomare; visitors encounter it while walking the waterfront, photographing the bay and exploring nearby historic streets.
Fontana del Gigante, Naples at a Glance#
About Fontana del Gigante, Naples#
Fontana del Gigante is a historic ornamental fountain located in central Naples, Italy. It is one of several sculptural and fountain features contributing to the city’s historic streetscape.
The fountain is notable as a civic monument sited in the urban core and forms part of walking itineraries through Naples’ central districts. It is visible from nearby streets and squares and is accessed on foot as part of visits to the historic centre.
The fountain dates to the historic phases of Naples’ urban development and has been conserved as part of the city’s collection of public monuments.
It sits within Naples’ central municipal area, close to major thoroughfares and other monuments, and is accessible from pedestrian routes through the historic centre.
- Central location: Situated in Naples’ historic centre, the fountain is part of the city’s urban decorative heritage and is close to the seafront and civic thoroughfares.
How to Get to Fontana del Gigante, Naples#
The Fontana del Gigante is on Naples’ waterfront near Via Partenope and the Castel dell’Ovo area; it is walkable from the historic centre and reachable by local buses and the metro (Municipio station).
Tips for Visiting Fontana del Gigante, Naples#
- The fountain sits in central Naples near Via Partenope and the Castel dell'Ovo area; combine it with a walk along the waterfront.
- Look for the giant statue fragments that give the fountain its name - they have a local story and are popular with street photographers.
Best Time to Visit Fontana del Gigante, Naples#
Waterfront strolls are best in mild weather; summer evenings are busy but beautiful for light and sea breezes.
Weather & Climate near Fontana del Gigante, Naples#
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 5°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (968 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 7° | 101 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 2.7 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.5h |
| February | Acceptable | 5° - 13° | 7° | 85 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 3.0 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.5h |
| March | Good | 7° - 16° | 11° | 79 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 2.9 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 11.8h |
| April | Good | 9° - 18° | 13° | 88 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.8 m/s | 1.2 high | 13.1h |
| May | Excellent | 13° - 23° | 18° | 52 mm | some cloud | 71% | 2.5 m/s | 1.7 very high | 14.3h |
| June | Ideal | 17° - 27° | 22° | 27 mm | mostly sunny | 63% | 2.5 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 14.8h |
| July | Ideal | 19° - 30° | 24° | 22 mm | clear | 58% | 2.4 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 14.6h |
| August | Ideal | 19° - 30° | 25° | 36 mm | clear | 58% | 2.3 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.6h |
| September | Excellent | 16° - 26° | 21° | 87 mm | mostly sunny | 67% | 2.3 m/s | 1.2 high | 12.3h |
| October | Good | 13° - 22° | 17° | 127 mm | some cloud | 75% | 2.4 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 11.0h |
| November | Good | 8° - 17° | 13° | 149 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.6 m/s | 0.3 low | 9.8h |
| December | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 9° | 115 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.0 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.2h |
