Napoli Exotic
Edition 2026 Nature Environment Botany

Napoli Exotic

The largest exotic animal fair in Southern Italy, held at the Complesso Zeno in Ercolano

Ercolano — Napoli (263)
Dates 18 Apr — 19 Apr 2026
Location Ercolano (263)
Prices —
Status Finished

About Napoli Exotic

Napoli Exotic is the premier fair dedicated to exotic animals in Southern Italy, an event in Ercolano, just outside Naples, that attracts over 30,000 visitors each edition. Reptiles, amphibians, tropical birds, birds of prey, small mammals, and insects fill the stands at the Complesso Zeno, alongside rare plants, aquariums, and specialized accessories. It is much more than just a trade show: it is two days of education, conferences, and workshops designed to explore biodiversity and learn how to care for exotic animals responsibly.

Napoli Exotic, the realm of exotic animals in Ercolano

Born as a meeting point for enthusiasts and the curious, Napoli Exotic has quickly become the largest fair dedicated to exotic animals in Southern Italy. The event takes place in Ercolano, in the province of Naples, within the Complesso Zeno on Via Trentola II, just minutes from the regional capital and the famous archaeological excavations. Each edition draws over 30,000 visitors, including families, breeders, veterinarians, and curious onlookers.

A journey into biodiversity

The fair's stands host a surprising range of species: reptiles and amphibians, snakes and lizards, turtles, tropical birds and birds of prey, small mammals, and insects. Alongside the animals, you will find aquariums and aquascaping tanks, rare and tropical plants, terrariums, and all the specialized equipment needed for those who wish to care for unconventional pets. The event brings together national and international exhibitors, making Ercolano the Italian capital of naturalistic exoticism for an entire weekend.

Much more than a trade show

Napoli Exotic is not just about buying and selling; it is primarily about education. Conferences, expert panels, and hands-on workshops guide visitors through a fascinating world, with a clear message regarding respect for nature and the responsible management of exotic animals. Great attention is paid to families and children, with activities designed to introduce them to the animal and plant world in a safe environment.

A bond with the territory

Organized in the municipality of Ercolano, the fair is now a benchmark event for the entire Campania region and Southern Italy. The Vesuvius city, world-famous for its UNESCO World Heritage archaeological site, adds an event to its calendar capable of attracting visitors from all over the South. The spring edition is complemented by a second event in the autumn, a sign of the event's constant growth.

Practical information

The fair is usually held over the weekend, with continuous opening hours from morning to evening. Admission is paid, and tickets can also be purchased online in advance. For updated dates, the full program, and prices, it is recommended to check the official website and the social media channels of Napoli Exotic.

Napoli Exotic — edition 2026

The sixth edition of Napoli Exotic was held on Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, 2026, at the Complesso Zeno in Ercolano, with a program dedicated to the encounter between fauna and flora. Reptiles, birds of prey, tropical plants, and numerous workshops enlivened the two days of the largest exotic fair in Southern Italy.

The 2026 edition focused on the integration of fauna and flora, with the new Botanical Exotica section dedicated to rare and tropical plants and the creation of bioactive terrariums. Among the most anticipated events were the free-flight demonstrations of birds of prey with falconer Romeo Vitale and the educational sessions by the Tartapedia association on the proper management of exotic animals. An experience designed to raise public awareness about biodiversity through direct contact and knowledge.

Programme Napoli Exotic 2026

  • 10:30 AM — Education with the Tartapedia association on the care of turtles, snakes, and lizards
  • 1:00 PM — Birds of Prey Flight: free-flight demonstrations with falconer Romeo Vitale
  • 3:30 PM — Terrascaping workshop and terrarium setup with Alessandro Caccin
  • All day — Botanical Exotica: exhibition of rare and tropical plants, stands from national and international exhibitors, aquariums, and aquascaping

Highlights Napoli Exotic 2026

  • Botanical Exotica, the new area dedicated to exotic plants
  • Free flight of birds of prey with Romeo Vitale
  • Educational sessions with the Tartapedia association
  • Over 30,000 visitors expected

Prices Napoli Exotic 2026

Paid admission with online pre-booking. In recent editions, the full-price ticket was €12 and the reduced ticket (children aged 7 to 12) was €9.

Practical information — Napoli Exotic

How to get there

The Complesso Zeno is located on Via Trentola II in Ercolano (NA), just minutes from the Ercolano motorway exit of the A3 Naples-Salerno highway and the Circumvesuviana train station. It can be reached by car from Naples in about 20 minutes.

Tickets

Paid admission; online pre-booking is recommended. In recent editions, the full-price ticket was €12, and the reduced ticket for children aged 7 to 12 was €9.

Tips

An event suitable for families. There are refreshment areas and a large indoor exhibition space.

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Where does it take place — Napoli Exotic

Complesso Zeno

Via Trentola II, 80056 Ercolano

Contact Napoli Exotic

Tel
+39 338 4358722

Napoli Exotic in brief

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