What better way to kick off your three days than to explore the quaint towns along the coast of the Amalfi? Two of the stand-outs are Ravello and of course, the town of Amalfi itself. Spend the day travelling from one town to the other, stopping to explore all the towns in between including Atrani, the smallest municipality in Italy.
Start your day in Ravello with a visit to Villa Rufolo. The Villa’s lush, perfectly-manicured gardens have a breathtaking view of the Amalfi Coast.
Slowly make your way back to Amalfi throughout the day, discovering beautiful views, quiet swimming spots, and mouth-watering food.
End your day walking the streets of Amalfi, exploring the markets and the Duomo di Amalfi, before stopping by Spiaggia Grande beach to watch the sunset.
Although Capri is not technically part of the Amalfi Coast, your holiday won’t be the same without a day trip to the island.
You can take the ferry or a boat tour from Positano or Sorrento, but be sure to get there early as wait times can be long! A boat tour can also be an efficient way to see all the best sights from the water including the famous Blue Grotto and the Arco Naturale.
On the island itself, we recommend heading over to Anacapri and taking the chair lift to Montesolaro. The chair lift is single-seats only but the views cannot be beaten. You can also visit Hotel Caesar Augustus for breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples, the Amalfi Coast, and Mount Vesuvius.
There’s a reason why Positano is one of the most photographed towns in all of Italy. Pastel-coloured homes stacked on the cliffside overlook the pebbled beach lined with orange and blue beach umbrellas. Positano is the perfect place to spend a laid-back final day in Amalfi Coast.
Divide your time between swimming in the turquoise waters and exploring the streets of Positano with unique galleries, shops, and delicatessens to discover. If you’re feeling more adventurous, you can hike the Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods), famous for its jaw-dropping views of the peninsula.
If you’re lucky enough to have more than three days to explore the region, you can use Amalfi as a base to take day trips to nearby attractions.
One of the most popular day trips from Amalfi is to Pompeii, to explore how the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD preserved the village including the artifacts and thousands of villagers. If you have time, you can also hike Mount Vesuvius and visit the crater of the active volcano.
Sorrento and Salerno are other picturesque cliffside towns close to Amalfi that are worth visiting if you have extra time or spend a couple of days in Naples, the home of Neapolitan-style pizza.
Deciding on a base for your Amalfi Coast trip is largely dependent on your budget. For the true Amalfi experience with all the coastal charm, Positano is the perfect place. You can organise all your day trips and transport from here but it is more expensive.
If you’re on a smaller budget or travelling with family, we recommend staying in Sorrento. It’s a more affordable option and you can organise all your daily excursions from this location.
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Riding public buses is the most efficient way to travel around the Coast, you just need to be mindful of peak times which can make it difficult to get a spot. You can view the timetable for the SITA bus here.
Hiring a car (or a Vespa) to get around is a good option but only if you feel confident driving on rough and narrow roads, often shared with large buses! Alternatively, you can hire a private driver to take you around but this is a more expensive option.
Ferries are a great way to travel between Positano, Amalfi, Capri, Sorrento, Salerno, and other destinations along and around the Amalfi Coast. They don’t run all year long so double-check what will be available when planning your trip, and have a backup plan in case of bad weather.
