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Royal Palace of Naples (Palazzo Reale): free entry days, tickets & hours
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Royal Palace is next free on Sunday, 1 November 2026 (in 8 days).
- Free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo).
- Also free: Always free for under-18s; visitors with disabilities and one companion.
- Otherwise: palazzo Reale (Etiquette Apartment + Museo Caruso + Museo della Fabbrica + exhibitions) — €15.
Calendar
Free days at Royal Palace
- SUN1NOVSunday, 1 November 2026 · in 8 days · 09:00–20:00
- SUN6DECSunday, 6 December 2026 · in 6 weeks · 09:00–20:00
- SUN3JANSunday, 3 January 2027 · in 2 months · 09:00–20:00
- SUN7FEBSunday, 7 February 2027 · in 4 months · 09:00–20:00
- SUN7MARSunday, 7 March 2027 · in 4 months · 09:00–20:00
- SUN4APRSunday, 4 April 2027 · in 5 months · 09:00–20:00
12 free days for everyone in the next 12 months. Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- The Romantic Garden beside the palace is free every day from 9am.
- Free first Sundays - but the hanging garden is closed those days.
- Closed on Wednesdays.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free dayFree for everyone on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo) · 09:00–20:00 | everyone | Hanging garden (Giardino Pensile) visits are suspended and 'L'ascensore del Re' is closed on free days. Museo Caruso needs a (free) booking, limited places. | No |
| Free forAlways free for under-18s | under-18s | — | No |
| Free forFree for visitors with disabilities and one companion | visitors with disabilities (+1 companion) | National rule for state museums (the palace refers to 'gratuità secondo normativa'). | No |
| Free areaGiardino Romantico (Romantic Garden) - free every day · 09:00–19:00 | everyone | Last entry 18:00. The rooftop Giardino Pensile is separate and paid (+€2 with a palace ticket). | No |
Official prices
Royal Palace ticket prices
| Palazzo Reale (Etiquette Apartment + Museo Caruso + Museo della Fabbrica + exhibitions) — EU 18-25 €2 (not free). Evening openings €5. Bought online or at the ticket desk without booking. | €15 |
| Giardino Pensile (hanging garden) supplement — Terrace garden with views over the port. | €2 |
| Combined day ticket Palazzo Reale + Museo Pignatelli | €17 |
| 'Un anno Reale' annual pass | €25 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (palazzo reale (etiquette apartment + museo caruso + museo della fabbrica + exhibitions)). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
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Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | 09:00–20:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 09:00–20:00 |
| Wed | Closed |
| Thu | 09:00–20:00 |
| Fri | 09:00–20:00 |
| Sat | 09:00–20:00 |
| Sun | 09:00–20:00 |
Royal (Etiquette) Apartment 9:00-20:00 (last entry 19:00); Museo della Fabbrica 9:00-19:00; Museo Caruso 9:00-14:00. Closed Wednesdays, 1 January and 25 December. Giardino Romantico daily 9:00-19:00.
Piazza del Plebiscito 1, 80132 Naples, Italy
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FAQ
Royal Palace: common questions
Is Royal Palace free?
Royal Palace is free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo). Giardino Romantico (Romantic Garden) - free every day. Also free: Always free for under-18s; visitors with disabilities and one companion. Otherwise the official ticket costs €15.
When is Royal Palace free?
Free for everyone on the first Sunday of the month (#domenicalmuseo). The next free date is Sunday, 1 November 2026.
Who gets free entry to Royal Palace?
Under-18s. Visitors with disabilities (+1 companion) — national rule for state museums (the palace refers to 'gratuità secondo normativa')..
How much is a ticket to Royal Palace?
Palazzo Reale (Etiquette Apartment + Museo Caruso + Museo della Fabbrica + exhibitions) costs €15 on the official site.
What day is Royal Palace closed?
Royal Palace is closed on Wednesdays. Royal (Etiquette) Apartment 9:00-20:00 (last entry 19:00); Museo della Fabbrica 9:00-19:00; Museo Caruso 9:00-14:00. Closed Wednesdays, 1 January and 25 December. Giardino Romantico daily 9:00-19:00.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- palazzorealedinapoli.org/evento/domenica-1-novembre-2026-al-palazzo-reale-di-napoli-e-al-museo-pignatelli/ · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
- palazzorealedinapoli.org/informazioni-per-la-visita/ · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
- cultura.gov.it/agevolazioni · checked Saturday, 24 October 2026
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