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Our guide to Positano highlights all the top sights in this chic Amalfi Coast town. Find out what to see, where to eat and where to stay in Positano.
Positano is the first town you reach on the Amalfi Coast when arriving from Naples, and it's about a 20-minute drive from the Sorrentine Peninsula and about 30 minutes from Capri by ferry. After Positano, the next towns are Praiano, Conca de' Marini, Amalfi, and the other villages along the coast.
With its crystalline water, immaculate pebble beach, and vibrant resort atmosphere, Positano is chic from the top of the cliff right down to the water's edge.
With a bit of planning and some insider tips, however, you can fit in a visit to Positano and Amalfi in a single day if you have limited time on the coast, taking in the top sights in just hours between sightseeing and downtime.
Set sail in Italy’s Mediterranean Sea for a relaxing boat excursion to view enchanting places such as the Li Galli islands, Conca dei Marini, the Emerald Grotto, and the coastal towns of Positano. Enjoy a full-day tour in the shadow of the imposing Mt. Vesuvius and cruise the Sorrento coast, perhaps with a classic Italian aperitif or glass of ...
The hydrofoils and ferries that connect the port of Positano and other towns of the Amalfi Coast in Campania with the island of Capri (the port of Marina Grande) are active in high season from early April to the end of October.
A week in Positano and the Amalfi Coast is the ideal amount of time to take in the highlights along the coastline and also visit a few nearby A-list sights. For a truly special holiday in Positano, we also recommend spending a day at sea via an Amalfi Coast boat tour, relaxing on the beach for a few hours, and spending some time browsing the ...
For those traveling from the North, the first town you will reach on the Amalfi Coast is Positano. Continuing along the twisting coastal Strada Statale 163 road, you will pass the coastal towns of Praiano, Furore, Amalfi (and Ravello, above), Atrani, Minori, Maiori, Cetara, and Vietri sul Mare.
With its glamorous, celebrity-packed beaches, breathtakingly gorgeous seascapes, and boutique-filled historic center, its easy to see why Positano is the most sought after destination on the Amalfi Coast.
Browse our selection of day trips and tours to Capri and the Amalfi Coast available in 2024. Descriptions, prices, times, and FAQ. Book in advance to guarantee your spot.
