The Certosa di San Martino is a former Carthusian monastery in Naples, Italy, now home to a museum. It stands at Largo San Martino 5 in the Campania region, and is also known as the Certosa e Museo di San Martino.
What you will find
The museum shows Neapolitan art and is especially known for its presepi, the traditional nativity scenes that are a long-standing part of Neapolitan culture. Visitors who enjoy craftsmanship and detailed figurative work will find these displays a focal point of the visit.
The views
The site is also valued for its panoramic outlook over Naples and across to Vesuvius. Many visitors plan time to simply look out over the city and the volcano, which makes the monastery as much an experience of place as a museum visit.
Planning your visit
- Type of visit: a museum and former monastery, suited to a half-day outing.
- Location: in Naples, Campania, so it fits well into a wider city itinerary.
- Contact: +39 081 2294503, useful for checking current arrangements before you go.
If you are interested in Naples beyond its busiest streets, the Certosa di San Martino offers a quieter setting with art, tradition and wide views over the bay area.
