Things to do in Naples Melinda Gunther October 30, 2025
Beyond the gates of your future home, the best of Naples awaits. World-class shopping, exceptional dining, private clubs, and a lifestyle that’s both vibrant and refined.
Here’s a curated insider’s guide to what your new life could look like:
Whether you're dressing for the beach or a black-tie gala, Naples makes it effortless with sophisticated shopping destinations just minutes away:
Waterside Shops
Home to Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Hermès, and soon Dior, this open-air luxury mall also features Saks Fifth Avenue and a beautiful setting for an afternoon stroll.
Mercato
Upscale and social. Find everything from fine dining to boutique fitness studios, Whole Foods, and the Blue Martini nightlife scene.
Third Street South & Fifth Avenue South
The charm of Old Naples paired with curated boutiques, galleries, and alfresco cafés. Perfect for evening strolls and daytime exploring.
Naples has become a culinary destination, with elevated dining experiences that rival those in Palm Beach, Beverly Hills, or New York:
Sails (Fifth Ave) – A favorite for fresh Mediterranean-style seafood and a glamorous setting.
Campiello (Third Street South) – Elegant yet lively Italian courtyard dining.
Bleu Provence (on Naples Bay) – Award-winning French cuisine with an exceptional wine cellar.
The Continental (Third Street South)– Chic steakhouse with a swanky cocktail scene.
Osteria Tulia (Fifth Ave) – Rustic Italian on Fifth with a loyal following.
For those who value fine dining, curated cocktails, and exclusivity without the waitlists of traditional golf clubs, Naples offers a growing list of refined, members-only culinary experiences:
The Butcher – A sleek, high-touch private steakhouse with exclusive memberships, personal wine lockers, and a moody, masculine vibe.
The Maddox – One of Naples’ most talked-about dinner clubs, with seasonal menus, mixologist-driven cocktails, and an ultra-exclusive guest list.
The Club Room at Campiello’s – A local secret: plush leather booths, live jazz, and a Prohibition-era ambiance hidden behind one of Naples’ most beloved Italian restaurants.
Prime Social Reserve – The new frontier of elevated dining in Naples. A supper club where high-end cuisine meets a curated social scene. (Coming Soon)
These clubs offer not just meals, but memories—discreet, intimate, and built around the art of great conversation, great wine, and great taste.
🌅 Beaches, Beauty, & Outdoor Living
Living near the Gulf means sunsets, sandy toes, and salt air are part of your daily rhythm. Locals love:
Vanderbilt Beach – Easily accessible and close to the Ritz-Carlton.
Seagate Beach – A low-key locals’ favorite, tucked at the end of Seagate Drive.
Clam Pass Park – A boardwalk through mangroves opens up to a beautiful beach with food and drink service.
Keewaydin Island – Reachable only by boat; a private oasis for shelling and solitude.
✨ Life, Curated
From high-end fashion to five-star dining, from rare cars to rare sunsets, Naples offers a luxury lifestyle that’s relaxed, refined, and uniquely your own.
7-Day Starter Plan: Live the Naples Dream
Whether you’re here full-time or seasonally, here’s your soft landing into the luxury lifestyle that locals love and newcomers quickly adopt. Welcome home.
Day 1 – Arrive + Exhale
Unpack and enjoy your first sunset by the pool, drink in hand.
Dinner at The Continental for an elegant steak and wine pairing under the twinkle lights.
Stroll down Fifth Avenue South afterward for live music and dessert at Gelato & Co.
Day 2 – Shop & Stroll
Morning coffee from Kunjani Craft Coffee near Waterside.
Explore Waterside Shops. Pick up essentials at Saks, browse Hermès and Louis Vuitton.
Book a styling appointment at Marissa Collections on Third Street South.
Sunset cocktails at Del Mar followed by dinner at Sails.
Day 3 – Beach & Bubbles
Pack a beach bag and head to Seagate Beach for a locals-only vibe.
Champagne lunch at BALEEN at LaPlaya.
Book a massage or facial at The Ritz-Carlton Spa.
Light bites + jazz at The Club Room at Campiello’s.
Day 4 – Join the Club
Tour private dining clubs: The Butcher, The Maddox, and Prime Social Reserve.
Join your favorite - or all three.
Wine dinner at Bleu Provence - request the wine cellar table for a VIP experience.
Day 5 – Design & Decor Day
Work with your designer or visit Clive Daniel Home and Jett Thompson Home for interiors inspiration.
Reserve art consultation at DeBruyne Fine Art or Gardner Colby Gallery.
Celebrate your selections with a celebratory dinner at Osteria Tulia.
Day 6 – On the Water
Book a private charter from Pure Naples or Naples Nantucket Yacht Group.
Spend the day cruising to Keewaydin Island or watching dolphins near Gordon Pass.
Dockside dinner at The Dock at Crayton Cove or M Waterfront Grille.
Day 7 – Sunday Reset
Croissant and espresso at Creme de la Creme
Browse the Third Street Farmer’s Market for local treats.
Afternoon pickleball at Veterans Park or a quiet stroll through the Naples Botanical Garden.
Sunset from your lanai. You’re home.
💫 Pro Tip:
Don’t try to do it all. Naples unfolds slowly, like a well-aged wine.
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