1. Founded in 1877, Stazione Zoologica in Villa Comunale is home to Europe's oldest aquarium. It is an important research centre for marine life and inside you can see hundreds of species found in the Bay of Naples. Open Mon-Sat 9.30am-7pm/5pm, until 2pm on Sundays; admission €1.50.

2. Naples is a city that boasts a lot of sunshine. It is located in the south of Italy after all. Thus, if your funds are running low, or you fancy doing nothing else but lying in the sun for a couple of hours, take it easy and enjoy some sunshine on Naples' beach. Located in front of Villa Communale, it attracts large crowds at the weekend.

3. Overlooking the Bay of Naples is Villa Communale, the city's most famous park. While it isn't the biggest park in the world, it is where you will find a series of statues, some very famous within Naples. Inaugurated in 1871, it is also home to the city's aquarium. Open daily from 7am-midnight; admission free.

4. Built in the 12th century by the Normans, Castel dell'Ovo's role as a fortress dwindled after Castel Nuovo was built a century later. After that it became the seat of the Royal Chamber and of the State Treasury. Today you can walk to the top of the castle where canons face the city. Open Mon-Fri from 9am-6pm, Sat & Sun from 9am-1pm; admission free.

5. Many of Naples' most beautiful buildings are its churches and entrance to most is free. This includes Chiesa del Gesù Nuovo with its unique façade, Chiesa di Sant'Anna dei Lombardi, famous for its Renaissance art, and the city's celebrated cathedral, Il Duomo.