Top Things to do in Amalfi Coast
Things to do in Amalfi Coast, Campania: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Stretching along the southern side of Italy's Sorrentine Peninsula, the Amalfi coast dazzles with its mysterious grottos, craggy cliffs and shimmering bays. Grab a seat on the sea side of a regional bus to soak up views on the fabled route from artsy Positano to Amalfi. Ravello offers some respite from the crowds, plus the stunning Villa Cimbrone, which overlooks the Bay of Salerno. The historic section of Sorrento has winding streets filled with craftspeople. Capri is only a hydrofoil or ferry ride away.
Restaurants in Amalfi Coast
1. Il Sentiero Degli Dei
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5.0 based on 2,817 reviews
Reviewed By moot1 - Bristol, United Kingdom
I've wanted to do this walk for years ,and finally I got the chance. I was not disappointed. We were blessed with beautiful sunny February weather. It takes a fair bit of travelling from Sorrento, but the walk was actually easier and quicker than I'd thought. We walked the route from Nocelle back towards Positano. We used the sunflower guide which I highly recommend. We took the higher route - where the path goes off to the right by a house with a cross in the garden - the signage takes you to the lower route at this point, but apparently the higher route is more spectacular which makes sense, and it was certainly very lovely! The cafe at the end of the route is basic but has a beautiful view too so a good place to stop off before doing the steps down to the road, which was definitely the more tiring bit of the walk. We caught the bus back to Sorrento from a stop at the bottom of the steps rather than in Positano.
2. Strada statale 163 Amalfitana
3. Amalfi Coast
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4.5 based on 1,140 reviews
Also called the "Amalfi Drive," this coastal route south from Sorrento is one of the most beautiful in Europe.
Reviewed By russypooh - Long Beach, United States
Dramatic jagged cliffs, glistening Mediterranean water, a once in a lifetime trip to the Amalfi Coast. The most exquisite coastlines in the world.
4. Chiesa di San Pancrazio Martire
5. Villa Cimbrone Gardens
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4.5 based on 3,943 reviews
Reviewed By lassie64
possibly the nicest thing to do whilst up in ravello. entrance is 7 euros pp and you get to walk around the large gardens and take in the flowers and statues and sculptures etc. best bit is the infinity terrace with amazing views over the amalfi coastline both ways.
6. Villa Rufolo
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4.5 based on 3,057 reviews
Reviewed By emullanseman - Santa Cruz, United States
If you are history buff who takes pleasure in experiencing an antiquity cleansed, purified and brought back to life make your way to Villa Rufalo. Scottish Industrialist, Francis Neville restored the ruins of a former hotel with more than 350 rooms and truly made it shine. The setting is iconic and Overlooks the sea below. Imagine Moorish courtyards, gorgeous gardens, Sicilian and Norman architecture and then envision Richard Wagner walking the grounds inspiring the creation of glorious symphonies. Drink it in, drink it in!
7. Chiostro del Paradiso
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4.5 based on 437 reviews
Reviewed By a1eksandar - Belgrade, Serbia
Great little garden connected with the Duomo. Great for looking at old frescoes and original mosaics. And bell tower, of course. Amazing.
8. Duomo di Sant'Andrea
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4.5 based on 4,189 reviews
Reviewed By Gfazaker63 - Melbourne, Australia
In the Piazza de Duomo in Amalfi you see the steps leading up to the Amalfi Cathedral (Cattedrale Di Sant Andrea) dedicated to the apostle St. Andrew . If you feel fit enough to walk up the steps ( and there are many) it is well worth a visit. The structure dates back to the 9th century and has been changed/ enhanced over many centuries. Reportedly the remains of StAndrew were brought to the Cathedral in the 13th Century. It is a beautiful space and the crypt houses many artifacts. A word of advice is that many school groups visit the cathedral on a daily basis so it might be worth timing your visit for early morning or late afternoon when it is quieter.
9. Duomo di Salerno
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4.5 based on 2,369 reviews
Reviewed By Chelseaaal
very beautiful cathedral I really liked my boyfriend in this really beautiful church you need to know the opening times well the church is near the center and many restaurants we went to lunch at the Tegamino restaurant very close to the church.
10. Castello di San Nicola de Thoro-Plano
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4.5 based on 243 reviews
Reviewed By N7303YWsara_a
It was one of the best things to do in Maiori. Plus, have you ever met the owner of a castle? Here, you will find the very owner, and adorable sir who will guide you personally all over the castle and telling amazing stories of the historic things you find in each room of the castle. If you go to Maiori, you have to visit the castle. P.S. better to go during the sunset, because sun can be hard during the day. It takes 30 minutes or less to go up, and 30 to 45 minutes to walk around the castle. I started at 18:00 and before 20:00 I was down in the city again.
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