A Day in Positano: Exploring the Vibrant City

  • 9:00AM: Piazza dei Mulini
    10 minutes (1.3 km) from the town center

    Piazza dei Mulini is the lively heart of Positano, surrounded by cafes and shops. An ideal way to get a sense of the local life in Positano is to sip coffee and watch the citizens go about their day. For souvenirs and fashion, walk to the numerous fashion stores and boutiques in the area.

  • 10:30AM: Spiaggia Grande Beach
    20 minutes (1.6 km) from Piazza dei Mulini

    The Spiaggia Grande beach is a perfect place to hang out, pay for a deck chair or towel, and laze in the sun. The beach also provides different water sports to enjoy while taking in the beautiful views of the water and the colorful buildings.

  • 12:00PM: Lunch at La Tagliata
    30 minutes (2.4 km) from Spiaggia Grande Beach

    For authentic family-style, Italian cuisine with a panoramic view of Positano, enjoy lunch at La Tagliata. The restaurant is 20,000 square feet, has gardens and terraces, and provides stunning sea views. The lunch menu features pasta, vegetables, and meat dishes sourced from their farm in the hills above Positano.

  • 2:00PM: Church of Santa Maria Assunta
    15 minutes (1.1 km) from La Tagliata

    The Church of Santa Maria Assunta is a unique structure constructed in the Baroque design featuring striking marble works, paintings, and a 13th-century Byzantine-style icon. The adjacent towering structures of the dome and bell-tower are unique reflections on the city's skyline.

  • 4:00PM: Water Taxi to Fornillo Beach
    20 minutes (2.3 km) from Church of Santa Maria Assunta

    Bask in the crystal clear waters of Fornillo Beach, and relish the panoramic views of Positano without the crushing crowd. The water taxi from the main beach to Fornillo is the perfect transportation method to reach the beach.

  • 6:00PM: Il Capitano
    20 minutes (1.8 km) from Fornillo Beach

    Ideal for magnificent sunset views of Positano, relish a delightful seafood dinner at Il Capitano. The restaurant offers the best of local cuisine, exquisite seafood, and scenic views.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Piazza dei Mulini (30 mins, free)
  • Spiaggia Grande Beach (2 hours, €20 for a deck chair)
  • Lunch at La Tagliata (1.5 hours, €50 per person)
  • Church of Santa Maria Assunta (1 hour, €5 entrance fee)
  • Water Taxi to Fornillo Beach (2 hours, €10 one way)
  • Dinner at Il Capitano (2 hours, €80 per person)

  • Total Estimated Costs: €165 per person

Transportation

Walking is the most common way of getting around Positano because the town's city centre is pedestrian-friendly. For destinations that are farther away, you may take buses or water taxis. Travel costs within the area are generally low and depend on your mode of transportation, ranging from €1.30 to €15 one-way.

Useful Tips

If time is limited, we advise investing more time at the beaches or exploring one lesser-known nearby town. Positano is a fantastic town to explore for foodies, fashion lovers, and anyone eager to soak up Italian culture.

Airports

Naples International Airport (NAP) is the closest airport to Positano, approximately 60 km away. The airport has daily connections to various central European cities and easy travel links to Positano, making it ideal for a day trip.

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