Sentiero degli Dei, from Bomerano to Nocelle
4 h · 7.8 kmUsed to walkingAll year; best from March to June and in September and October
Walk · 4 h · 7.8 km · Mostly downhill · Free
Stay3–4 nights
Best timeApril, May, June, September, October
RegionCampania
What to do
What to do in Amalfi Coast
Each plan says how long it takes, who it's for and whether you can book.
Ravello, the Gardens of Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone
3 hEveryoneAll year
Visit · 3 h · €8 + €10 · From Amalfi by bus
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Grotta dello Smeraldo by Boat from Amalfi
1 h 30All agesDepartures 9:30 to 16:20
Sea cave at Conca dei Marini whose water glows green from light entering under the sea; boat from Amalfi and entry, €25 per adult.
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Amalfi Coast, step by step
Each choice narrows the next: the season shapes how best to travel, and how you travel decides where you stay and where you eat.
When to go
When to go to Amalfi Coast
May, June, September and October: the sea already or still warm and less traffic. In July and August the road jams; in winter there are fewer boats and many hotels close.
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How you travel
Amalfi Coast your way
Choose how you're travelling and we'll tell you where to stay, how to get around, where to eat and which services you'll need. We only show the ways of travelling that make sense here.
Fly to Naples and take a boat or bus to the coast
Naples is the airport for the Amalfi Coast: there are direct flights from several Spanish cities and, from Capodichino, the coast is a little over an hour and a half away by road. You don't need a car: the airport bus drops you at Sorrento or Positano, and from there you continue by bus or boat. From the other side, the train to Salerno and the boat to Amalfi is the prettiest way in.
- Getting thereNaples Capodichino (NAP), the coast's…
- Getting aroundScheduled boats between Salerno, Amalfi…
- Where to sleepHotel Lido Mare, in the…
- ServicesBus from Naples airport to…
Getting there
- Naples Capodichino (NAP), the coast's airport
- Curreri bus from the airport to Sorrento (€13) and Positano (€20)
- Train from Naples to Salerno and Travelmar boat to Amalfi, in season
Getting around
- Scheduled boats between Salerno, Amalfi and Positano
- SITA buses along the coast road, with a 24-hour ticket
- A hire car is only worth it if you leave the coast; on it, better without
Where to sleep
- Hotel Lido Mare, in the centre of Amalfi, next to the harbour and the buses
- Hotel Santa Caterina, at the entrance to Amalfi, if it is a special trip
Services
- Bus from Naples airport to Sorrento and Positano
- Amalfi SITA bus terminal
It is best seen without a car
The coast road is narrow and parking is expensive and difficult. Sleep in Amalfi, which is the hub of the boat and bus lines, and get around by boat between the seaside villages and by bus going up.
110–200 €per person per day, approximate
- Where to sleepHotel Lido Mare, next to…
- Getting aroundBoat from Amalfi to Positano…
- Where to eatPasticceria Pansa for breakfast in…
- ServicesBus terminal in Piazza Flavio…
Where to sleep
- Hotel Lido Mare, next to Amalfi's Piazza Duomo
- Beata Solitudo, in Agerola, with a SITA bus to Amalfi
- Hotel Santa Caterina, a few minutes' walk from the Amalfi quay
Getting around
- Boat from Amalfi to Positano and, in season, to Capri
- SITA bus to Ravello, Agerola and Sorrento, with the 24-hour ticket at €10
- On foot along the Sentiero degli Dei, from Agerola to Positano
Where to eat
- Pasticceria Pansa for breakfast in Amalfi
- Fish on the Marina Grande beach, next to the harbour
Services
- Bus terminal in Piazza Flavio Gioia
- Boat ticket offices on the Amalfi quay
Historic hotels above the sea
The coast has some of the best-known historic hotels in Italy, in family houses with gardens above the cliff. Choose between sleeping by the sea in Amalfi or high up in Ravello, and book a private boat trip.
From €450per person per day, approximate
- Where to sleepHotel Santa Caterina, five-star luxury…
- Getting aroundPrivate boat to Capri from…
- Where to eatRistorante Glicine, with a Michelin…
- ServicesValet and luggage transfer at…
Where to sleep
- Hotel Santa Caterina, five-star luxury with a beach club on the rocks
- Hotel Villa Cimbrone, in the villa gardens, in Ravello
Getting around
- Private boat to Capri from Positano
- Scheduled boats and taxis between the villages; the car is best left to the hotel valet
Where to eat
- Ristorante Glicine, with a Michelin star, at the Santa Caterina
- Il Flauto di Pan, at Villa Cimbrone
Services
- Valet and luggage transfer at the hotels
- Table and excursion bookings through the hotel
Walking in the Lattari mountains
Above the coast there is a network of mule tracks that linked the villages before the road. The most famous is the Sentiero degli Dei, but from Agerola others lead through the Lattari mountains. Sleep up high the night before and start early.
60–130 €per person per day, approximate
- Where to sleepBeata Solitudo, hostel and campsite…
- Getting aroundSITA bus from Amalfi to…
- Where to eatBring food: there is nowhere…
- Services24-hour COSTIERASITA ticket for the…
Where to sleep
- Beata Solitudo, hostel and campsite in Agerola, with trail maps
- Hotel Lido Mare, in Amalfi, next to the first bus to Agerola
Getting around
- SITA bus from Amalfi to Agerola, Bomerano stop
- Local Positano bus from Nocelle to the centre, at the end
- Boat from Positano to Amalfi to return, in season
Where to eat
- Bring food: there is nowhere to buy it on the path
- The hostel kitchen in Agerola
Services
- 24-hour COSTIERASITA ticket for the day's buses
- Organised walks from Beata Solitudo, from €15
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Who you're with
Amalfi Coast for whoever you're with
A trip with a toddler is not the same as one with a teenager. Pick yours to see what works and what to bear in mind.
The Coast with Small Children, from the Water
With small children, the coast is enjoyed by boat and in the coves, not on the stairs. Choose a base with easy access to the harbour and plan one outing a day.
- What works bestThe Grotta dello Smeraldo, in…
- Where to sleepIn Amalfi, near the harbour…
- Where to eatPasta with lemon and ice…
- Keep in mindPositano and Ravello are almost…
What works best
- The Grotta dello Smeraldo, in a rowing boat: short and surprising
- The boat from Amalfi to Positano, which keeps them entertained and avoids the bends
- The boat to Santa Croce, a cove with a rock arch
Where to sleep
- In Amalfi, near the harbour, so you do not climb stairs with a pushchair
Where to eat
- Pasta with lemon and ice cream in Amalfi's Piazza del Duomo
Keep in mind
- Positano and Ravello are almost all stairs: bring a baby carrier
- The beaches are pebbly: water shoes for the sea
- The road causes car sickness: the boat is better
What to do with young children
The Amalfi Coast with the Family
With children of different ages, alternate a boat day with a walking day. The gardens of Ravello and the lemon groves appeal to everyone; the Sentiero degli Dei, only to those who already walk.
- What works bestThe Grotta dello Smeraldo and…
- Where to sleepAmalfi or Minori, with a…
- Where to eatFried fish in a paper…
- Keep in mindIn summer the stairs get…
What works best
- The Grotta dello Smeraldo and the boat to Santa Croce
- The gardens of Ravello, with children aged 5 to 12 at a reduced price at Villa Rufolo
- The Aceto family lemon grove, in the Amalfi valley
- The boat trip round Capri with a swim in open sea
Where to sleep
- Amalfi or Minori, with a beach and boats close by
Where to eat
- Fried fish in a paper cone and pasta with lemon
Keep in mind
- In summer the stairs get very hot: start early
- The scheduled boats can be suspended in rough seas
What to do as a family
The Amalfi Coast for Teenagers
A teenager needs more than viewpoints. Give them a challenge on foot, a day on the open sea and some freedom in Amalfi or Positano.
- What works bestThe Sentiero degli Dei, four…
- Where to sleepPositano or Amalfi, with street…
- Where to eatPizza and fried fish to…
- Keep in mindOn the Sentiero degli Dei…
What works best
- The Sentiero degli Dei, four hours with views and stairs at the end
- The boat trip round Capri, with a swim
- Santa Croce beach, for swimming in clear water
- The belvedere at Villa Cimbrone, for the photo
Where to sleep
- Positano or Amalfi, with street life in the evening
Where to eat
- Pizza and fried fish to take away
Keep in mind
- On the Sentiero degli Dei you need water and a cap
- The stairs from Nocelle to Positano are more tiring than the path itself
What to do with teenagers
Where to stay
Where to stay if you're flyingwithout a carin styleif you're on foot
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Hotel Santa Caterina
Why we like it: Five-star luxury hotel at the entrance to Amalfi, above the cliff, with a beach club on the rocks and the Michelin-starred Glicine restaurant.
Hotel Lido Mare
Why we like it: Three-star hotel in a 14th-century house next to Amalfi's Piazza Duomo, a few steps from the harbour, the boats and the buses.
Hotel Villa Cimbrone
Why we like it: Hotel in the Cimbrone villa and gardens, in Ravello, with a pool, sun terrace and the Il Flauto di Pan restaurant, 350 metres above the sea.
Beata Solitudo
Why we like it: Hostel, campsite and inn in Agerola, next to the Lattari mountains trails and a few minutes from the start of the Path of the Gods.
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Where to eat
Where to eat in Amalfi Coast
From set lunch menus to Michelin stars. We mark the price level and what to order at each place.
Pasticceria Pansa
What to order: a coffee and a pastry at the counter, and a bag of scorzette to take away.
Ristorante Marina Grande
What to order: the fish of the day and the coast's recipes, on the terrace over the beach.
Book a table or sunbed from its website.
Ristorante Glicine
What to order: the tasting menu, to see how they reinterpret the coast's classic recipes.
Dinner by reservation. Ask about the terrace table.
Nearby
Near Amalfi Coast
The closest places, whichever country they are in.
Tips
Worth knowing first
- 1Choose Amalfi as a base if you're going without a car
It's the hub of the boat and bus lines.
- 2Walk in the morning
The Path of the Gods has hardly any shade.
- 3Buy the boat ticket at the quay
Arrive in good time in season: there are queues at the ticket offices.
Driving the coast in August
The SS163 becomes a jam of coaches and motorbikes. The boat takes less time and is more enjoyable.
How do you get there from Spain?
Fly to Naples. From there there are two routes: to Sorrento on the Circumvesuviana and then a bus along the coast to Positano, or to Salerno by train and then a boat to Amalfi and Positano. By sea is more comfortable and more beautiful.
How do you get around?
By boat between the coastal villages, with Amalfi as the hub: all the Travelmar lines pass through it. To go up to Ravello or Agerola, take a SITA bus, which publishes its coastal timetables on its website. The car is a problem: the SS163 road is narrow, winding and jammed, and parking in Positano or Amalfi is expensive and difficult.
What do you need to book?
Accommodation, well in advance in summer. Private boat trips to Capri should also be booked ahead. The villas of Ravello, the Path of the Gods and the scheduled boats need no reservation.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How many days do I need?
Three or four: one for Amalfi and Ravello, one for the Path of the Gods and Positano, and one for a boat trip.
Where should I stay without a car?
In Amalfi, for the boats and buses that leave from its port.
Are there beaches?
Small and pebbly. Some, such as Santa Croce, are best reached by boat from Amalfi.
Can you go to Capri from the coast?
Yes, on a boat excursion from Positano or Amalfi, or on scheduled boats in season.
How much does the Emerald Grotto cost?
About €25 per adult including the boat from Amalfi and the entry.