Palazzo Carafa di Montorio, Renaissance palace in Naples, Italy

Palazzo Carafa di Montorio is a Renaissance palace in Naples that stretches across two city blocks along Via San Biagio dei Librai. The structure displays a 16th-century facade built upon 15th-century foundations, creating a layered architectural foundation.

The Carafa di Montorio built the palace at the end of the 15th century near the house of the humanist Panormita, and its construction is attributed to Giovanni Francesco Mormando. Pope Paul IV was born here in 1496. In 1540 Alfonso Carafa had Giovanni Francesco Di Palma rebuild it in a Mannerist key and fresco the halls; the Marquis of Alfedena Antonio Gattola later bought it.

The palace underwent renovation in 1540 by architect Giovanni Francesco Di Palma, who incorporated Mannerist style elements and decorative frescoes.

The palace sits along a busy street in Naples' historic center and is visible from the outside. Interior access may be limited, so check conditions before planning a visit.

The 1943 damage came from the freighter Caterina Costa, which exploded in Naples harbour; debris fell on the roof and destroyed the ceilings of the upper floors along with their frescoes. Fragments of the ship's anchor are still kept a few metres away in the cloister of Santa Maria di Monteverginella on Via Paladino.