Discover the Amalfi coast

Discover the Amalfi coast and find out more about the major attractions of Italy’s most beautiful coastline. Furthermore, we will reveal some tips and tricks for spending time better and cheaper. So, if you are interested, we invite you to read more.

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Why Go To Amalfi Coast

Look at the Amalfi Coast; you may believe you’ve found heaven on earth. Located in the Campania region of Italy, this UNESCO World Heritage site covers 54 km of the glorious landscape. Firstly sky-high coastal cliffs display vibrant vegetation. Secondly, multicolored towns live side by side with the disarming turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, creating a scene that can stop even the most seasoned of travelers dead in their tracks. That’s the spellbinding effect this stretch of Italian coastline tends to have on the 5 million annual visitors who cross its mesmerizing paths.

Is the Amalfi coast very expensive?

As a holiday resort for the rich and famous, the Amalfi Coast has a reputation as ultra-expensive. There is certainly no shortage of luxury hotels, Michelin-starred restaurants, and exclusive bars where an aperitif will set you back a small fortune. So, in short, YES, it is costly.

Insider tip: Most of you will visit it as part of the region. We recommend selecting Sorrento as your base, which has excellent connections to different places in the greater Neapolitan area. You can easily reach the island of Capri, Pompei, and even Naples itself.

Best time to visit the Amalfi coast

The best time to visit the Amalfi Coast is between April and June. You will find warm weather and flowers blooming at this time of year.

We discourage you from visiting in the primary season, especially in August, when thousands of tourists and the prices skyrocket.

How many days should you spend on the Amalfi coast?

The average stay is usually between five and seven days, allowing you to experience most Amalfi Coast offers. Of course, it is also dependent on your budget. We recommend three days minimum with Positano as your base (if your budget allows you).

Top things to do and top places to visit

A visit to the Amalfi Coast is an opportunity to travel the most idyllic and scenic hillsides in Italy, drive winding coastal roads with unrivaled panoramas, and explore romantic, historical attractions that bring meaning to the locals in the area.
Furthermore, Mediterranean panoramas of coastal mountains plunging into the sea with picturesque towns and lush forests is what you see when you smell notes of lemon while exploring the region by enjoying the Amalfi drive.

Amalfi Coast towns: Positano, Praiano, Conca dei Marini, Furore, Agerola, Amalfi, Atrani, Ravello, Scala, Minori, Maiori, Tramonti, Cetara, Vietri sul Mare.

Explore Ravello

The Italian village of Ravello is one of the quietest along the Amalfi Coast, set a bit away from the seaside and the busy beaches. Though equally lovely, Ravello is never as crowded as Positano or Amalfi, especially in the evening when most day-trippers have left and the streets are refreshingly empty. In addition, Ravello has been named the City of Music and is home to the Villa Cimbrone, Villa Rufolo, the striking Oscar Niemeyer Auditorium, and a vibrant cultural scene: Ravello Festival, Ravello Concert Society.

Thousands of years of history, a stunning mountaintop setting, and views captivated countless souls, inspired artists, and filled hearts with passion. Yet it’s just the beginning of what you will find in this charming village on the Amalfi Coast. Stories are still uncovered along its medieval streets, garden villas, and ancient stone pathways.

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Visit Positano

Picturesque, upscale, and dashing, Positano is the Amalfi Coast’s front-cover splash, with colorful houses tumbling down to the sea in a cascade of sun-bleached peach. Its steep streets and steps are no less photo-worthy, flanked by wisteria-draped hotels, innovative restaurants, and fashionable retailers.

There’s still a southern-Italian-holiday feel about the place, with sunbathers eating pizza on the beach, kids nagging parents for gelato, and fashionable ladies browsing the boutiques.

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Try Limoncello

Traditional liqueur distilled from the peel of the Amalfi lemons is produced in all the towns on the Amalfi Coast. It’s a natural liqueur with special properties and a unique aromatic taste from an ancient recipe. According to local tradition, a good lunch or dinner must finish with a glass of delicious limoncello.

The limoncello must be served cold in icy glasses.

You will find exuisite limoncellos in Antichi Sapori d’Amalfi.

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Hike the Path of the Gods

The Path of the Gods is the best hike on the Amalfi Coast. This hike offers the most beautiful views of the Amalfi Coastline and is approximately 6.44 kilometers long.

Why hike here? Because the journey will guide you through ancient historical towns, ruins, and awe-inspiring views. More importantly, head here for sunrise and pack breakfast to make the most of this hike. There are a few benches along the path that is perfect for breakfast.

The Path of the Gods is the perfect way to spend your day! This breathtaking Amalfi hike provides some of the most dramatic views of the Coastline. Stop at the Belvedere viewpoint for an excellent stopping point with the best views along the walk.

You will also experience two lesser-known towns on the Amalfi Coast, Bomberano and Nocelle.

Once you reach Nocelle, stop at Lemon Point for the best fresh lemon and orange juice. It is a welcome refreshment after a long hike.

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Drive the winding roads on the Amalfi coast.

No Amalfi coast trip would be complete without experiencing it. Furthermore, driving (and especially parking) can be demanding. But if you are into taking the challenge, you will be rewarded with one of the most scenic drives ever. The Amalfi Coast in Italy spans 75km from Sorrento to Cetara, but the views get more spectacular the closer to Positano.

Tio: make sure to stop at the Conca Dei Marini viewpoint, where you can take in the views of the former villa of Sofia Loren and the beautiful Saraceno Hotel that used to be a fortress.

Tip: We advise you to drive from October until April during the low season.

Furore Beach (Fiordo Di Furore)

The Amalfi Coast is filled with so many secluded beaches that it’s almost impossible to specify exactly where they are, let alone allow enough time to get to them. But if you were to choose just one, you should make it to the Fiordo di Furore, considered one of the most interesting geological features on the Amalfi Coast.

Enjoy Amalfi town.

Amalfi is located right in the center of southern Italy’s Amalfi Coast (or Costiera Amalfitana in Italian), and you can get there by car, ferry, or bus. More importantly, it is Italy’s oldest maritime republic and symbol of the Amalfi Coast. That’s why Amalfi continues to enchant visitors just as it did in the days of the Grand Tour.

Ultimately, Amalfi is the oldest of Italy’s four central Maritime Republics and prospered for three centuries under the Normans, Longobards, and even the Saracens. So, if you are interested in history and want to enjoy the delights of nature, stopping here is a must.

How to explore the Amalfi Coast

We are sure you are thrilled and want to visit it for your next vacation. But unfortunately, we have to confess that the way from the closest airports (Naples and Rome) can be a bit challenging at times. That’s why we have prepared separate transportation guides for you: Getting to the Amalfi Coast and Getting around the Amalfi Coast. With them, we will make your journey pleasant and easy. So, we recommend you to read them too. Enjoy!

The conclusion of the Discover the Amalfi Coast article

We have been there a few times, so fascinating it is. We love everything about it, its people, villages, nature, etc. Therefore, we strongly recommend a visit. But, we’d like to read the word from you. What did you think?