Things to do on the Amalfi Coast
From the Duomo and its cloister rising above Amalfi's harbour to the terraced lemon groves above Positano, and out to the ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum near Naples, the Amalfi Coast packs an unusual range of history and scenery into a narrow strip of coastline.
Signature experiences
The categories that define a first trip to the Amalfi Coast — the Duomo of Amalfi, the villages strung along the SS163, Capri by boat, hiking the Sentiero degli Dei, and the ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
Photography spots on the Amalfi Coast
Covers the classic viewpoints along the coast road, Ravello's terraces and the Faraglioni off Capri, plus advice on early-morning light before the tour buses arrive. Not a general sightseeing guide — the focus stays on compositions, angles and timing for photographers.
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Paragliding and helicopter flights
Covers paragliding launches above Agerola and helicopter flights over the coastline and Mount Vesuvius crater. Not hiking or ground-based viewpoints — this category is limited to activities that leave the ground.
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Canyoning and climbing in the Lattari mountains
Covers canyoning descents and rock climbing in the inland gorges of the Monti Lattari, behind the coastal villages. Not the coastal walking trails such as the Path of the Gods, which are covered separately under hiking.
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Water sports on the Amalfi Coast
Covers jet-ski rental, stand-up paddleboarding and windsurfing launched from the coast's beaches. Not boat cruises or kayak tours, which are booked and guided differently and are covered under their own categories.
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Sea kayaking along the coast
Covers guided sea-kayak trips along the cliffs, coves and sea caves between Praiano and Amalfi. Not motorised water sports or organised boat cruises, which move faster and cover more distance.
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Diving and snorkeling
Covers scuba diving and snorkeling, notably around Capri and the Punta Campanella marine reserve. Not the Blue Grotto, which is visited by rowing boat rather than by swimming and is covered under its own category.
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Traditional fishing trips
Covers small-boat fishing outings departing from Cetara, Amalfi or Marina Grande, often with local fishermen. Not sunset or sightseeing cruises, which follow a different itinerary and purpose.
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Vespa and scooter tours
Covers guided and self-drive Vespa or scooter tours on the SS163 coast road and across the Sorrentine Peninsula. Not private car transfers or day trips by minivan, which are covered separately.
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Cycling and e-bike tours
Covers cycling and e-bike routes across the Sorrentine Peninsula and up toward Agerola. Not scooter or Vespa tours, which cover similar ground on motorised two wheels.
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The Path of the Gods hike
Covers the Sentiero degli Dei from Bomerano (Agerola) to Nocelle above Positano: about 7 km and 3 hours, with no shade or water sources along the way. Not the other coastal trails, which are grouped under the general hiking category.
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Hiking trails on the Amalfi Coast
Covers the other marked trails: the Valle delle Ferriere nature reserve, the Sentiero dei Limoni between Maiori and Minori, and the Scala Fenicia on Capri. Not the Path of the Gods, which is popular enough to have its own category.
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Pompeii, Herculaneum and Vesuvius
Covers the excavated ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum and the hike to the Vesuvius crater rim at 1,281 m. Not the other archaeological sites of the region, such as Paestum, which are covered separately.
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Other archaeological sites
Covers ancient sites beyond Pompeii and Vesuvius, notably the three Doric temples of Paestum and underground Naples. Not Pompeii or Herculaneum, which are grouped under their own dedicated category.
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Museums and culture
Covers the National Archaeological Museum in Naples, which holds the original mosaics and frescoes from Pompeii, along with the paper museum in Amalfi and the pasta museum in Minori. Not churches or monasteries, which are covered separately.
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Churches and monasteries
Covers the Amalfi Duomo and its Cloister of Paradise, along with the cathedrals of Ravello and Positano. Not museums or archaeological sites, which are covered under their own categories.
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Villas and gardens
Covers Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone in Ravello and Villa San Michele in Anacapri, all known for their gardens and viewpoints. Not churches or archaeological sites, which fall under other categories.
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Ceramics of Vietri sul Mare
Covers the hand-painted ceramics of Vietri sul Mare, including workshop visits and painting demonstrations. Not general shopping or markets elsewhere on the coast.
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Lemon groves and limoncello
Covers the IGP-certified sfusato amalfitano lemon, the terraced groves that grow it, and limoncello tastings and production visits. Not wine tasting or cooking classes, which are covered under their own categories.
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Wine tasting on the Amalfi Coast
Covers the Costa d'Amalfi DOC wines from Furore, Ravello and Tramonti, as well as Lacryma Christi from the slopes of Vesuvius. Not limoncello or food tours, which are covered separately.
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Cooking classes
Covers hands-on cooking classes in Sorrento, Amalfi or on farms in the hills above the coast. Not restaurant recommendations or food tours, which are covered under gastronomy.
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Food and gastronomy
Covers Neapolitan STG pizza, colatura di alici anchovy sauce from Cetara, buffalo mozzarella, and guided food tours. Not cooking classes or wine tasting, which are covered under their own categories.
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Wellness and spa
Covers hotel spas, massage treatments and general wellness offerings along the coast. It has no single location and applies wherever such services are available, rather than to any one village or site.
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Nightlife and evening shows
Covers the Piazzetta in Capri, bars in Positano, and the summer Ravello Festival concerts. Not sunset cruises, which are covered separately under boat excursions.
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Family-friendly attractions
Covers outings suited to children, such as boat trips, beach time and Herculaneum, which is smaller and easier to visit with kids than Pompeii. Not the general family-travel advice covered under the family category.
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The Blue Grotto, Capri
Covers the Blue Grotto on Capri, reached only by small rowing boat and accessible solely in calm seas and low tide. Not diving or snorkeling, which are covered under their own category.
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Capri in a day
Covers a single-day visit to Capri: Marina Grande, Anacapri, Mount Solaro and the Faraglioni sea stacks. Not the Blue Grotto specifically, which has its own category due to demand.
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Boat cruises along the coast
Covers full-day boat excursions along the coastline and out to Capri. Not sunset cruises or ferry transfers, which serve different purposes and are covered separately.
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Sunset cruises
Covers evening boat trips timed to the sunset, departing from Positano or Amalfi. Not daytime boat cruises or ferry transfers between towns, which are covered under their own categories.
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Ferry transfers
Covers the seasonal ferries, running April to October, that connect Salerno, Amalfi, Positano, Sorrento, Capri and Naples. Not private transfers by car or scheduled bus services, which are covered separately.
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Cruise shore excursions
Covers excursions designed around cruise ship calls at Naples and Salerno. Not day trips booked independently by travelers already staying on the coast.
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Private transfers
Covers private transfers from Naples Capodichino Airport and between the coast's villages. Not public buses or ferries, which are covered under transport and ferry-transfers.
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City walking tours
Covers guided walking tours of Amalfi, Sorrento, Salerno and the historic centre of Naples. Not the smaller hillside villages, which are covered under traditional villages.
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Traditional villages
Covers the quieter hilltop and inland villages: Atrani, Praiano, Furore, Scala and Tramonti. Not the well-known coastal towns of Positano and Amalfi, which appear throughout the other categories.
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Private guided tours
Covers private tours with a driver or guide, for a single day or over several days. Not group tours or fixed-departure excursions, which are booked and priced differently.
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Day trips from the coast
Covers day trips from the Amalfi Coast to Pompeii, Naples, Capri and Paestum. Not multi-day itineraries or the planning advice covered under the planning category.
4 guidesMore ways to experience the region
Specialist interests and practical planning — photo spots, food and wine, budgeting, getting around, where to stay, and the comparisons every first-time visitor searches for.
Planning your trip
Covers practical planning: where to stay, how many days to allow, and what needs booking in advance. It has no single location and applies to the trip as a whole rather than to any one site.
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Comparisons
Covers head-to-head comparisons such as Positano versus Amalfi, Capri versus Ischia, and Pompeii versus Herculaneum. Not standalone descriptions of a single place, which are covered under their own categories.
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Seasonal considerations
Covers what actually changes by season: ferry schedules, crowd levels, prices and winter closures. Not the climate details themselves, which are described within each destination's own pages.
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Getting around
Covers the SS163 coast road, SITA Sud buses, the Circumvesuviana train and parking. Not private transfers or ferry transfers, which are covered under their own categories.
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Traveling with family
Covers what family travel actually requires here: pacing, the coast's many steps, stroller limitations and distances between villages. Not children's activities specifically, which are covered under family-attractions.
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Accessibility on the Amalfi Coast
Covers steps, steep slopes, and which villages and boats can realistically be used by visitors with mobility limitations. Not general transport advice, which is covered under the transport category.
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Tours and activities organised by where you're headed — the best of each city and region.
Good to know about things to do on the Amalfi Coast
This hub arranges Amalfi Coast activities into more than a dozen categories, because a Roman city, a coastal footpath and a lemon grove don't fit under one label. Boat trips & ferries cover the crossings between Salerno, Amalfi, Positano, Sorrento, Naples and Capri, which run April to October and can be cancelled by swell. Hiking splits by destination: the Sentiero degli Dei from Bomerano to Nocelle above Positano for the full 7 km traverse, and the Valle delle Ferriere above Amalfi for a shorter, shaded walk — never a beginner outing in poor weather.
Capri and the Blue Grotto is its own category: the boat-only sea cave, the Faraglioni rock stacks, and Anacapri's Monte Solaro reached by single-seat chairlift. Pompeii, Herculaneum and Vesuvius covers the Roman ruins and the volcano's gravel-path crater trail at 1,281 m. Paestum and ancient sites centres on the three Doric temples south of Salerno. Villas & gardens of Ravello covers Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone, with the Ravello Festival in summer.
Vietri ceramics, lemons & limoncello, and wine round out the local produce, while cooking classes & gastronomy, Vespa & bike, water sports & diving, photography, walking tours, traditional villages, transfers, day trips, seasons, family activities and accessibility cover the rest, since weather that changes hour by hour changes what's actually possible on a given day.
Frequently asked questions about things to do on the Amalfi Coast
What are the main categories on this hub?
Boat trips & ferries, hiking (the Sentiero degli Dei and the Valle delle Ferriere), Capri and the Blue Grotto, Pompeii/Herculaneum/Vesuvius, Paestum and ancient sites, villas and gardens of Ravello, Vietri ceramics, lemons and limoncello, wine, cooking classes, Vespa and bike, water sports, day trips and seasons.
Is the Sentiero degli Dei suitable for beginners?
No. It's a long, exposed walk with no shade and no water points along the way, and it should always be started early rather than treated as a casual afternoon stroll.
Can I visit a working lemon grove?
Several producers along the coast offer visits and tastings built around the sfusato amalfitano lemon, the IGP variety used for limoncello.
Is Pompeii free to visit?
No — Pompeii charges an entrance fee, and the 66-hectare site has almost no shade, so a summer visit belongs at opening time rather than midday.
What's the best way to see the coast itself?
By SITA Sud bus or seasonal ferry from Salerno or Sorrento; a rental car works too, but parking is scarce and expensive and Positano and Amalfi close their centres to non-residents.
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