Naples, a city of art, culture, and sea, hides small gems often away from the most popular tourist routes. One of these is the **Maritime Museum**, the city's only museum entirely dedicated to the history and seafaring civilization of Naples.
Located in the heart of the city, this museum represents an unmissable opportunity for those who wish to **immerse themselves in Naples' maritime tradition**, a witness to centuries of voyages, explorations, exchanges, and sea-related crafts.
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## Unique in its kind
The **Naples Maritime Museum** is much more than just a museum: it is a center of memory and identity. Inside, you will find:
* **Historical collections** of nautical instruments, ship models, maps, and original documents;
* A **specialized library** with rare and highly interesting volumes for scholars and enthusiasts;
* Donations from institutions and individuals that have enriched and expanded the museum's heritage over the years.
Founded at the beginning of the twentieth century, the museum has grown over time to become a reference point for understanding Neapolitan seafaring in the last three centuries.
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## An experience to live, not just to observe
Visiting the Maritime Museum does not only mean looking at ancient objects but **living an educational and engaging experience**:
* Thematic routes and educational materials for both adults and children;
* Research and study activities;
* Cultural events and temporary exhibitions that recount the history of the Mediterranean and those who sailed it.
A perfect place for families, curious travelers, and sea lovers who want to delve into a lesser-known but deeply identity-defining aspect of Naples.
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### A tip from Wanda B\& B: include the Maritime Museum in your itinerary
By staying at **Wanda Bed & Breakfast**, in the heart of Vomero, you can easily reach the Maritime Museum and dedicate a few hours to this **hidden gem of Naples**. An ideal activity for a different morning or a cloudy day, to discover the maritime roots of a city that has always lived gazing at the sea.
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Book your stay now and ask our staff for the best tips to explore an authentic Naples, between **tradition, culture, and a passion for the sea**.
