Amalfi Coast Day Escape from Naples
Destination: Naples to Amalfi Coast
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- Positano
- Overview: Begin your day by visiting Positano, the postcard-perfect town cascading down the hillside towards the sea. Known for its colorful houses, narrow streets filled with artisan shops, and picturesque beaches, Positano embodies the essence of the Amalfi Coast. Take a leisurely stroll along the Spiaggia Grande, Positano’s main beach, and absorb the charm of this idyllic setting. Rating: 4.8/5
- Visit Duration: Approximately 3 hours
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Next Stop: Enjoy a traditional lunch at one of Positano’s cliffside restaurants, savoring the flavors of fresh seafood and local specialties like Spaghetti alle Vongole.
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Amalfi
- Overview: Continue to the town of Amalfi, the historical heart of the coast that once served as a powerful maritime republic. Marvel at the grandeur of the Cathedral of Sant'Andrea with its striking Arab-Norman architecture and climb the steep steps leading up to the Piazza del Duomo. Meander through the town’s labyrinthine alleys, discovering artisanal paper shops and limoncello distilleries. Rating: 4.7/5
- Visit Duration: Around 2 hours
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Not to Miss: Visit the Paper Museum to learn about Amalfi’s ancient paper-making tradition.
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Ravello
- Overview: End your day in Ravello, a hilltop oasis offering panoramic vistas of the coastline below. Often described as the “jewel in the crown” of the Amalfi Coast, Ravello boasts magnificent gardens and villas. Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo, both offering sublime views and stunning examples of Mediterranean landscaping, are must-sees. Ravello is also renowned for its classical music concerts held amidst these enchanting settings. Rating: 4.9/5
- Visit Duration: About 2 hours
- Evening Delight: Sip a sunset aperitif at a terrace bar while enjoying the sweeping views before returning to Naples.