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Galleria Umberto I, Naples, Italy

 
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Distance from city center: 0.2mi
MadSuh's pictureby MadSuh Shopping travel tip
added on the 21st of January, 2010
Not far from Piazza del Plebiscite is the Galleria Umberto I. The Galleria was built at the end of the 19th century as a department store. The mosaic on the floor of the Galleria is remarkable as therest of the building, and shows the zodiacs.
The Galleria Umberto I shows various shops, various electronic machines and tools and even make-up. If you're a bit hungry you can enjoy local sweets, 'sfogliatella' and enjoy a coffee inside the Galleria.

Address:
Galleria Umberto I,
Naples,
Italy

Price:
Medium-high

Opening Hours:
General shopping hours

 
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