Night of San Lorenzo in Naples: where to observe shooting stars and night events in the city
La Night of San Lorenzo is one of the most anticipated of the year, also a Napoli, because it gives the possibility to raise your eyes to the sky and observe the beautiful shooting stars of the swarm of the Perseids. The appointment is on 10 August, although the peak will be between 12 and 13 August.
The observation is even more suggestive if you are in a dark place or if you participate in some event organized for the occasion. Being admired in front of this unique spectacle is truly incredible! Also, on these nights they look very good too Jupiter and Saturn, which arise from the east. To recognize them we can use one of the many apps that help us move in the sky, such as Sky Map.
In Naples, in addition, during the day of 10 August 2022, you can participate in some evening openings of Capodimonte and Pompeii.
Here are all our tips on how to experience the Night of San Lorenzo!
This post in brief
- The best places to observe shooting stars
- 1) By the sea
- 2) Virgilian Park
- 3) Belvedere of San Martino
- 4) Naples waterfront
- 5) Night of San Lorenzo in Naples, at Lido Gallo to see the shooting stars
- Events for the Night of San Lorenzo on August 10th
- 6) Pompeii opens in the evening, night walks to the excavations with a 5 euro ticket
- 7) The Bosco di Capodimonte in Naples opens at night for the month of August
- 8) Night of San Lorenzo at the Amphitheater of Santa Maria Capua Vetere with shows on the Constellations
- 9) On Vesuvius night walks to observe the shooting stars of San Lorenzo
The best places to observe shooting stars
By the sea
The best places from which to observe the Perseid swarm are always the darkest ones and this generally applies to any observation of the sky. We recommend looking for places where light pollution is very low, thus moving away from the city a little.
Go to the seashore in the shores of Varcaturo or on the beaches and the Lungomare di Pozzuoli it's a good idea because generally the main lights are behind us.
Virgilian Park
In the Virgilian Park you can lie down on a cloth and nibble on some snacks while sticking his nose up to try and catch some nice shooting stars!
Belvedere of San Martino
At Vomero, in the famous Largo di San Martino, you can sit on a bench or remain romantically leaning against the wall to observe the sky waiting for some shooting star and, why not, also express some wishes.
Waterfront of Naples
A place a little less isolated from light pollution, but the Lungomare di Napoli is definitely a place very romantic and a few shooting stars with their better half can be spotted with a little luck!
Night of San Lorenzo in Naples, at the Lido Gallo to see the shooting stars
Information
Where: Lido Gallo, Varcaturo The: 10-08-2022Give her: 20:00 23:30Price: Loano train station
Events for the Night of San Lorenzo on August 10th
Pompeii opens in the evening, night walks to the excavations with the ticket at 5 euros
Information
Where: PompeiGive her: 20:00 23:00Openings:
- From 10 / 08 / 2022 to 12 / 08 / 2022
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- ticket: €5
The Bosco di Capodimonte in Naples opens at night for the month of August
Information
Where: Wood of CapodimonteGive her: 07:00 22:00Openings:
- From 10 / 08 / 2022 to 12 / 08 / 2022
- full ticket : €12
- reduced ticket: €2
Night of San Lorenzo at the Amphitheater of Santa Maria Capua Vetere with shows on the Constellations
Information
Where: Campano Amphitheater of Santa Maria Capua Vetere- 9 August, 2022: opening: 19:30 -
- minimum ticket: €5
- maximum ticket: €12
On Vesuvius night walks to observe the shooting stars of San Lorenzo
Information
Where: VesuvioDal: 10/08/2022By: 12/08/2022- adult ticket: €20
- children's ticket: €15