Amalfi Coast
Three days between cliffside villages, lemon groves and turquoise coves, from Amalfi and Ravello to Positano, Praiano and the Fiordo di Furore.
“Pastel villages clinging to the cliffs, the scent of lemons and a sea that changes colour every hour”
Amalfi, the jewel of the coast, is a picturesque town known for its dramatic cliffs, its cathedral and its lemons. This guide gathers my favourite places, where to stay and eat, and a three-day plan between Amalfi, Ravello, Positano and Praiano.
— Gaby
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Where to photograph the Amalfi Coast
The spots I return to, and the light that makes them.
The Cathedral steps
My tip: go early in the morning, before the crowds fill the staircase
Marina Grande
My tip: shoot the striped umbrellas from the road above the beach
Terrace of Infinity
My tip: the view from Villa Cimbrone is best in the late afternoon
Fiordo di Furore
My tip: frame the bridge from the beach below
The unmissables
Amalfi Cathedral
A medieval cathedral with Arab-Norman architecture. Don’t miss the Cloister of Paradise.
See tours →Ravello & Villa Rufolo
A short drive uphill, with coastal panoramas and gardens made for a slow stroll at sunset.
See tours →Villa Cimbrone
Famous for its terrace, with one of the widest views over the whole coast.
Get tickets →
Path of the Gods
The famous trail high above Positano and Praiano, with the Tyrrhenian Sea below.
See guided hikes →
Boat tour of the coast
Hidden coves, grottoes and villages like Positano and Praiano seen from the sea.
See boat tours →
Lemon tour & limoncello
Visit a lemon farm and taste traditional limoncello made from the coast’s famous lemons.
See tastings →ALSO WORTH IT · FIORDO DI FURORE · ATRANI BEACH · POSITANO · PRAIANO
Beaches & beach clubs
Beach clubs
Lido Azzurro
Umbrellas, sunbeds, a bar and crystal-clear water
Marina Grande Beach Club
Sunbeds, showers and seaside dining by the main beach
Atrani Beach Club
A smaller, more intimate beach experience
“Where the mountains fall into the sea”
Three days on the Amalfi Coast
- Morning
Arrival in Amalfi
Check in and leave your bags: the town is best explored on foot.
- Midday
Cathedral & Cloister of Paradise
Climb the steps of the Duomo, then lose yourself in the alleys of the old town.
- Lunch
Ristorante Eolo
Michelin-star cooking with local ingredients.
- Sunset
Marina Grande
A slow walk along the beach as the light turns golden.
- Evening
Dinner at Da Gemma
Traditional Amalfi Coast cuisine.
- Morning
Path of the Gods
Start early for the panoramic hike above Positano and Praiano.
- Midday
Ravello
Villa Rufolo and the gardens of Villa Cimbrone.
- Lunch
Villa Maria, Ravello
A romantic table with panoramic views.
- Afternoon
Time to relax
Back to the hotel or a swim at Marina Grande.
- Evening
Trattoria da Maria, Atrani
A cosy spot for an authentic dinner.
- Morning
Boat tour
Positano, Praiano and hidden coves along the coast.
- Midday
Swim & lunch in Positano
A stop to swim and sunbathe, then lunch by the sea.
- Afternoon
Lemons & limoncello
Back in Amalfi, stroll past the lemon shops and take a bottle home.
- Evening
Farewell dinner
Ristorante Eolo or Da Gemma.
Hotels with a view
Hotel Santa Caterina
Cliffside luxury with a spa, a private beach and fine dining.
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Hotel Luna Convento
A historic hotel with a terrace overlooking the Cathedral and the coast.
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NH Collection Convento di Amalfi
An elegant former monastery with panoramic terraces and a pool.
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Hotel Marina Riviera
Charming, in town, with sea-view rooms and a rooftop restaurant.
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Palazzo Avino
A luxury retreat with a spa, stunning views and Michelin-star dining.
Check availabilityWhat to taste
Where to eat
Ristorante Eolo
Da Gemma
Trattoria da Maria
Villa Maria
Good to know
Fly into Naples (NAP), then reach the coast by car, bus or ferry: about 1.5 to 2 hours.
Buses and ferries connect the towns along the coast. A car or scooter gives more freedom, but parking is hard to find. In town, everything is on foot.
Light, breathable clothes, swimwear, comfortable walking shoes for the steps and narrow streets, and something smart-casual for the evenings.
Greet people politely, tip around 10% and be respectful in churches and quiet areas.
Take the Amalfi Coast home
Pastel villages, lemon groves and the deep blue of the Tyrrhenian Sea. My photographs of the coast are available as Fine Art prints.