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Amalfi Coast Sightseeing

amalfi coast sightseeing

The Amalfi Coast is on many traveler’s bucket list. Amalfi Coast sightseeing is world renown for its unparalleled beauty. Big mountains jut out of the sea providing those on land big views. When traveling around the Amalfi Coast by boat the views back to land with its little towns set into the mountain are mesmerizing.

The Amalfi Coast is bookended by two gateways; the resort town of Sorrento perched above the Bay of Naples and Salerno, southern Italy’s tenth largest city.

Vacation destinations along the southern coast of the Sorrentine Peninsula may include tours to Paestum, Pompeii, Ravello, Positano, Sorrento and of course Amalfi

Along the Amalfi Coast there are also lesser known fishing villages, beach coves, and little hamlets set along the hiking trails. 

Just across the Bay of Naples from Sorrento is the vibrant city of Naples.  Take a ferry out to visit the Island of Capri.  Explore the ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum.

Learn to prepare an authentic Naples pizza. Read about the history of Pizza from Italy to the United States.

Nature, food, beauty come together harmoniously in this beautiful area of the world. For more about holidays to the Amalfi Coast click here.

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Along the way the terraced mountainsides are full of citrus groves. The lemons and oranges are the most famous Sorrentine fruits. Their aromas waft through the air.

The famous sweet lemons of the Sorrentine peninsula are used in breads, cakes, gelato, and of course the famous limoncello. In fact, many folks enjoy eating them by the slice. They are not sour. The large size of the lemons and oranges is an often noticed novelty by travelers to the Amalfi Coast.

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Along the way the terraced mountainsides are full of citrus groves. The lemons and oranges are the most famous Sorrentine fruits. Their aromas waft through the air. The famous sweet lemons of the Sorrentine peninsula are used in breads, cakes, gelato, and of course the famous limoncello. In fact, many folks enjoy eating them by the slice. They are not sour. The large size of the lemons and oranges is an often noticed novelty by travelers to the Amalfi Coast.

At sea level water sports and beaches are the main draw of this area. Some are rocky others with some sand. Some set in little coves. Summer tourists flock to the area to play in the sea. The beaches are typically Italian, clean and safe, with beds, umbrellas, and all kinds of beach game like soccer. This makes it a perfect destination for families traveling in Italy with children.

Pompeii Archaeological Site with Vesuvius

Besides the great scenery and water sports, you may explore the history and culture of the area. Day tours to the archaeological sights Pompeii, Paestum, and Herculaneum, cooking classes, hiking tours, and language classes are all available to travelers. Centuries of history, great summer activities, and all the pizza and pasta you can eat topped with tomatoes right off the slopes of fertile Mt Vesuvius – you will love eating “alla amalfitana” on your trip to the Amalfi Coast.

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There are not many all inclusive resorts along the Amalfi Coast. Amalfi Coast resorts offer great service and lovely endless views. You may also find a residence or a nice tiny bed and breakfast to call home for your vacation.. But the Amafli Coast all inclusive resort is not a common accommodation option.

There are thirteen towns to wander, stroll, and explore along the way from the Gulf of Salerno to Naples. The main city closest to the Amalfi coast vacation areas is Salerno. A train from Rome to Salerno may be more convenient than Naples depending on where you stay. The thirteen municipalities belonging to its coast are:

  • Vietri sul Mare, which is famous for its ceramics,
  • Cetara a fishing town famous for its tuna and anchovies,
  • Maiori and Minori, which are both nice towns with beaches and restaurants,
  • Tramonti located between the mountain,
  • Ravello perched high up and famous for its music festivals,
  • Scala also perched high with lovely views,
  • Atrani known for its cliffs and cays,amalfi coast holidays
  • Amalfi the capital of the maritime republic of Amalfi which was an important Mediterranean trading power from the 9th to 13th centuries and today is a nice lively town,
  • Conca dei Marini, Furore, and Praiano small fishing villages and
  • Positano considered the pearl of the coast with stunning views and a favorite for spot along the coastline.

Many families and tourists opt for a resort located in Sorrento. With the many

Sorrento lemons
The famous lemons of the Amalfi Coast

restaurants in Sorrento, and its proximity to Naples, Pompeii, Capri, as well as the Amalfi Coast, it is a convenient place to stay to access all the areas sightseeing highlights. Many Sorrento resorts have pools and great views of Mt Vesuvius, Bay of Naples and Capri.

Sorrento is reached by the circumvesuvia train from Naples. There is also high speed ferry to Naples and Amalfi from Sorrento, making it a central location for exploring the area.

Day Trips from Amalfi Coast

Vacation destinations along the southern coast of the Sorrentine Peninsula may include tours to Paestum, Pompeii, Ravello, Positano, Sorrento and of course Amalfi

Capri

Caserta

Ischia

Mt Vesuvius

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Paestum

Pompeii & Herculaneum

Italy Vacations that Include the Amalfi Coast

The Amalfi Coast is one of the most popular destinations in Italy. Below are escorted Italy tour packages that include the Amalfi Coast as part of the southern Italy itinerary.

Italy Tour Package including Amalfi CoastAmalfi Coast Destinations
8-Day Rome and SorrentoSorrento 3 Nights
9-Day Rome, Capri, SorrentoCapri 2 Nights, Sorrento Area 2 Nights
9-Day Rome and Amalfi Coast by TrainSorrento 4 Nights
9-Day Rome and Amalfi CoastMaiori 4 Nights
10-Day Rome and Southern ItalyAmalfi Coast 4 Nights
11-Day Florence, Rome, Amalfi CoastSorrento 3 Nights
11-Day Venice, Tuscany, Amalfi Coast Italy TourSorrento or Naples 3 Nights
12-Day Beautiful Italy TourCapri 2 Nights
12-Day Tuscany, Amalfi Coast, RomeSorrento or Naples 3 Nights
12-Day Rome, Amalfi Coast, Florence, VeniceMaiori 3 Nights
12-Day Rome, Florence, Venice, Assisi, Sorrento Tour with Pisa & CapriSorrento 2 Nights
12-Day Sicily Tour and Southern Italy TourSorrento 2 Nights
13-Day Rome, Sorrento, Florence, Venice, StresaSorrento 2 Nights
13 Day Rome, Capri, Venice, FlorenceCapri 2 Nights
14-Day Small Group Southern Italy TourMinori 2 Nights
14-Day Best of ItalySorrento 2 Nights
14-Day Lake Como, Venice, Florence, Amalfi Coast, RomeMaiori 3 Nights
14-Day Venice, Tuscany, Amalfi Coast, RomeSorrento 3 Nights
14-Day Rome, Florence, Italian Lakes, Venice, Amalfi Coast, Capri Comprehensive Italy TourSorrento 2 Nights
14-Day Amalfi Coast, Rome, Umbria, Tuscany, Florence, VeniceSorrento 2 Nights
15-Day Southern Italy Tour and Sicily TourSorrento 3 Nights
16-Day Italian Lakes, Venice, Tuscany, Amalfi Coast, RomeSorrento 3 Nights
16-Day Italy and SicilySorrento 2 Nights
17-Day Rome, Sorrento, Orvieto, Perugia, Chianti, Lucca, Parma, VeniceSorrento 3 Nights
18-Day Sicily and Italy TourSorrento 2 Nights

For more vacations to the Amalfi Coast that include Sicily and the other Southern Italian regions Puglia, Basilicata, and Calabria check out our Southern Italy and Sicily tours.