A treasure chest that collects precious pearls such as Amalfi, Ravello and Positano, iconic destinations celebrated by literature and cinema. The most beautiful sea, the most evocative itineraries, the tastiest food and wine tours.
Wonderful beaches, iconic restaurants, art and history: the Amalfi Coast is celebrated worldwide for so many reasons! It is a very popular jet-set destination and has been an attraction to upper-class Europeans since the 18th century when it was a frequent stopover on their Grand Tours.
The Amalfi Coast was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997 and it includes13 towns and villages with their own beaches, dotted between secluded coves and towering cliffs.
The Amalfi Coast is known for its production of limoncello liqueur, made from lemon (known as sfusato amalfitano in Italian) grown in terraced gardens along the entire coastline between February and October. You can rent a car or take a bus: depending on the section of the route, SITA buses run every hour or two. Here are the unmissable top three towns to visit on the Amalfi Coast, but we suggest you see more than that!
Positano – With its flower-draped pastel houses tumbling down the steep hillside to the beach, Positano is among the best memories of every tourist coming by. Quite expensive, it’s worth the price! It is the ideal destination for couples looking for a romantic getaway, but also for families stopping through for a day trip.
Amalfi – It lies at the mouth of a deep ravine, at the foot of Monte Cerreto (1,315 metres, 4,314 feet), surrounded by dramatic cliffs and coastal scenery. The town of Amalfi was the capital of the maritime republic known as the Duchy of Amalfi, an important trading power in the Mediterranean between 839 and around 1200. Enjoy its beautiful beaches and the famous Paper Museum, take ice cream and go for a walk in one of the most loved places in the world. And think about a boat tour, while you’re there!
Ravello – With its Duomo, Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone, Ravello is one of the most iconic cities in the world. It’s also the set of the worldwide famous Festival of Ravello, one of the oldest and most renowned festivals in Italy: its stage overlooking the sea has hosted excellent symphony orchestras, reputed chamber music orchestras, eminent conductors, illustrious soloists, famous jazz players and opera singers, pop singers, composers, poets, dancers and choreographers, actors and directors
