This artistic record, which serves as a significant tourist attraction and an embellishment, could only have originated in Naples. The metro reflects the exuberance and vitality of the Campanian capital.
The city is already an open-air museum and one of Italy’s greatest cultural hubs, but there’s so much more to discover. Exploring Naples isn’t just about visiting the most iconic historic sites and immersing yourself in the city’s musical and culinary traditions: the metro system itself is a true art museum.
The Toledo station, for example, is just one possible example. It has been named the most beautiful in Europe by CNN, selected from among the 22 largest metro stations in Europe. It is, in fact, the most appreciated and photographed station by tourists!
The newly opened San Pasquale a Chiaia station has furthered Naples‘ mission to dazzle daily commuters using the transportation service. Continue reading to discover the public art pieces throughout Naples’ metro system (https://www.napolicentrale.it/)!
The most beautiful metro stations in Naples
Arco-Mirelli Station
It is an audio-visual art installation curated by the sculptor Rebecca Horn. It is titled The Musical Brass Horns (I corni di rame musicali).
Augusto Station
The corridor with the installation by Botto&Bruno dedicated to the theme of marginalization.
Chiaia Station
The upper entrance in Piazza Santa Maria degli Angeli with the statue of Jupiter.
Dante Station
On the right, the mosaic Universe Without Bombs, Kingdom of Flowers. Seven red angels, by Nicola De Maria.
Duomo Station
Scenic colored lights, blocks of luminescent hexagons that change color tones depending on the time of day.
Garibaldi Station
The unique feature of Garibaldi station lies in the arrangement of the escalators, which are suspended and interwoven.
Lala Station
The installation Allucco by Nanni Balestrini.
Mater Dei Station
The colorful and striking corridor that divides the two platforms of the station.
Museo Station
This station houses several statues, such as a replica of the Farnese Hercules (in figure) and the Horse Head statue.
Quattro Giornate Station
Inside the station, there are installations that commemorate the events of the Four Days of Naples through bas-reliefs and paintings by Nino Longobardi, the “Fighting Women” by Marisa Albanese, and the “War and Hunting Sequences” by Sergio Fermariello.
Salvator Rosa Station
Toledo Station
Called Crater de Luz, it is probably the artistic symbol of the Naples metro. It is a captivating interplay between sunlight and LED lights, where the cone connecting the street to the metro ceiling is intensely illuminated.
Vanvitelli Station
A striking display of blue LED lights above the entrance escalators.
These are just some artworks visible and appreciable when visiting Naples’ metro stations. The city has invested heavily to make the journey through the city more interesting and special by leveraging the metro. From replicas of famous sculptures from around the world to imaginative concepts like the Toledo station, which has undoubtedly become one of the most beautiful and striking in Europe.
