Sorrento is a town overlooking the Bay of Naples in Southern Italy. A popular tourist destination due to its variety of small antique shops and location on the Amalfi Coast, it can be reached easily from Naples and Pompeii as it is at the south-eastern end of the Circumvesuviana rail line.
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Positano is a village and comune on the Amalfi Coast, in Campania, Italy, mainly in an enclave in the hills leading down to the coast.
Learn moreThe Villa Comunale is a park in Naples, southern Italy. It was built in the 1780s by King Ferdinand IV on land reclaimed along the coast between the main body of the city and the small port of Mergellina.
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Get swept off your feet and transported back in time with this exhilarating guided tour of the legendary Pompeii. Starting at the crack of dawn at the Castro Pretorio metro stop, a luxurious, air-conditioned minibus navigated by seasoned drivers will be waiting to take you on an adventure. By 11:00 a.m., you'll be standing amidst the ruins of Pompeii, with an expert guide breathing life into the stones with vivid narratives. Take a two-hour tour, uncovering fascinating spots like the buzzing Forum, the luxurious Thermal Baths, the scandalous Lupanare, the majestic Greek theatre, and the haunting plaster casts of Pompeii's inhabitants tragically frozen in time by volcanic ash in 79 A.D. Post-adventure, indulge in a bit of retail therapy before savoring a delectable pizza and a refreshing drink before your trip home from the starting point.
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Explore Capri's infamous Grotta Azzurra (Blue Grotto) with this boat tour. Bring your family and friends along! Capri is a charming island located off Sorrento's Peninsula, in the Gulf of Naples. Renowned for its unspoiled landscapes, Capri is home t...
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Discover some of the most beautiful spots on the Amalfi Coast during this 4-hour or 90-min tour in a transparent kayak! As you paddle in some of the clearest and cleanest waters in Italy, you will get to visit caves, coves, and unlock a wonderful wor...
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Villa Jovis is a Roman palace on Capri, southern Italy, built by emperor Tiberius and completed in AD 27. Tiberius mainly ruled from there until his death in AD 37. Villa Jovis is the largest of the twelve Tiberian villas on Capri mentioned by Tacitus.
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A guided hiking tour around the Amalfi Coast is one of the best ways to appreciate the beauty of the region. Accompanied by a certified guide, you and your loved ones will hike on the well-known Path of the Gods and get panoramic views of the Amalfi ...
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The Grotta Bianca is a sea cave located on the island of Capri, Italy. It derives its name from white incrustations of calcareous matter upon its sides, and from clusters of white stalactites which hang from the roof and fringe the entrance.
View on Google Maps Book this experienceGet on this exciting stand up paddling tour and discover the Sorrento peninsula from Marina del Cantone. Open to beginners, ages 12 and up! Marina del Cantone is a go-to destination for water sports, located in the southern part of the Sorrento penin...
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In Italian, faraglioni are stacks, a coastal and oceanic rock formation eroded by waves. The word may be derived from the Greek pháros or Latin pharus and is cognate with the Spanish farallón. They are found at the coasts of several regions of Italy:
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The Gardens of Augustus, originally known by the name of Krupp Gardens, are botanical gardens on the island of Capri, Campania, Italy.
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Capri is a municipality, in the Metropolitan City of Naples, situated on the island of Capri in Italy. It comprises the centre and East of the island, while the West belongs to Anacapri.
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The Villa San Michele was built about the end of the 19th century on the Isle of Capri, Italy, by the Swedish physician and author Axel Munthe.
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The Blue Grotto is a sea cave on the coast of the island of Capri, southern Italy. Sunlight passing through an underwater cavity and shining through the seawater creates a blue reflection that illuminates the cavern.
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Monte Solaro is a mountain on the island of Capri in Campania, Italy. With an elevation of 589 m, its peak is the highest point of Capri.
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The Temple of Isis is a Roman temple dedicated to the Egyptian goddess Isis. This small and almost intact temple was one of the first discoveries during the excavation of Pompeii in 1764.
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🏞️ River 🏘️ Town 🏖️ Ocean 🗼 Landmark ⛰️ Hill stationLocated on the Gulf of Naples, Sorrento has an attractive Mediterranean character and brings together the best of the Campania region with an excellent mix of nature and history. Its proximity to Naples makes it the ideal destination for a day trip, and is usually combined with a visit to other towns along the Amalfi Coast. What to see in Sorrento: Duomo: Built in the 11th century and renovated 4 years later, the cathedral of Sorrento is a Romanesque building full of history and stories. Corso Italia: Always lively and full of people at any time of the day, Corso Italia is the main street of Sorrento and here you will find the main shops and restaurants of the city. Via Capo viewpoint: Ideal for enjoying views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius, the Via Capo viewpoint is one of the most peaceful places in Sorrento. Piazza Tasso: Piazza Tasso is the nerve centre of Sorrento and the heart of the city. Bagni della Regina Giovanna: This little cove of clear waters, difficult to access, is one of the least known places for tourists visiting Sorrento. How to get to Sorrento from Naples Sorrento is about 50 kilometres from Naples to the south. The most common ways to get there are by rental car or by booking an excursion. Organised excursion The ideal way to make the most of Sorrento is to book an excursion. This way you will be picked up from your hotel and during the trip you can enjoy the sights in a relaxed way.
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