14-Day Family-Friendly Amalfi Itinerary

  • Day 1: Villa Cimbrone Gardens
    14 minutes (4.5 km) from Amalfi Coast

    The Villa Cimbrone Gardens is a scenic garden estate located in Ravello. Visitors can stroll through the gardens to enjoy the breathtaking views of the coastline and visit the Terrace of Infinity.

  • Day 2: Pompeii
    1 hour 15 minutes (43 km) from Ravello

    Pompeii was an ancient city that was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Visitors can walk through the ruins and see the preserved buildings of the city.

  • Day 3: Naples National Archaeological Museum
    1 hour 15 minutes (43 km) from Pompeii

    The Naples National Archaeological Museum has a collection of Roman artifacts from Pompeii and Herculaneum. Visitors can see ancient sculptures, mosaics, and household items from the Roman Empire era.

  • Day 4: Positano
    1 hour (17 km) from Naples National Archaeological Museum

    Positano is a charming village located on the Amalfi Coast offering scenic views, shopping, and dining. Visitors can also enjoy the warm sand while sunbathing at Fornillo Beach.

  • Day 5: Amalfi Cathedral
    20 minutes (7 km) from Positano

    The Amalfi Cathedral is located in Piazza Duomo in Amalfi: a stunning 9th-century cathedral comprised of art, architectural, and religious elements

  • Day 6: Naples Street Art Tour
    1 hour (58 km) from Amalfi Coast

    Take a street art tour of Naples to see graffiti art hanging from the walls of buildings, murals, and street arts.

  • Day 7: Capri Boat Tour
    1 hour 30 minutes (20 km) from Naples Street Art Tour

    Take a boat tour of the island of Capri to see the Blue Grotto, the Baths of Tiberius, and various other landmarks.

  • Day 8: Paestum Archaeological Site
    2 hours 20 minutes (131 km) from Capri Boat Tour

    Paestum is a Greek archaeological site featuring three ancient Greek temples. This archaeological site offers visitors an authentic glimpse of ancient culture and architecture.

  • Day 9: Valle delle Ferriere
    30 minutes (9 km) from Paestum Archaeological Site

    Valle delle Ferriere is a hiking trail where you can enjoy a scenic hike in the lush greenery of the Amalfi Coast. Visitors can enjoy the picturesque waterfalls and streams within the preserved region.

  • Day 10: Villa Rufolo
    30 minutes (9 km) from Valle delle Ferriere

    The Villa Rufolo is a medieval villa in Ravello featuring beautiful gardens and panoramic views of the coastline. It also features various cultural and musical events throughout the year.

  • Day 11: Grotta dello Smeraldo
    30 minutes (10 km) from Villa Rufolo

    The Grotta dello Smeraldo is an emerald-green cave on the coast of the Amalfi Coast. Visitors can take boat tours to underground water caves to see the green light that shimmers in the water inside the cave.

  • Day 12: Grotta del Bue Marino
    2 hours (141 km) from Grotta dello Smeraldo

    Take a boat tour of the Grotta del Bue Marino to see the intricate combination of stalactites and stalagmites, crystal-clear waters and abundant sea creatures during the boat trip.

  • Day 13: Ravello Music Festival
    14 minutes (4.5 km) from Amalfi Cathedral

    The Ravello Music Festival is a music festival that takes place in Ravello throughout the summer months. Visitors can hear classical music concerts in the beautiful setting of Villa Rufolo, where the festival is held annually.

  • Day 14: Spiaggia di Marina Grande
    30 minutes (11 km) from Ravello Music Festival

    The Spiaggia di Marina Grande beach offers a place for visitors and locals to enjoy the sunshine and blue sea of the Mediterranean. Behind the beach are a range of seafood restaurants offering fresh and delicious food.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Villa Cimbrone Gardens (1-3 hours, Free)
  • Pompeii (3-5 hours, €16)
  • Naples National Archaeological Museum (2-4 hours, €18)
  • Positano (1-2 days, €30 for day trip)
  • Amalfi Cathedral (1-2 hours, Free)
  • Naples Street Art Tour (3 hours, €50 per person)
  • Capri Boat Tour (2-3 hours, €60 per person)
  • Paestum Archaeological Site (2-4 hours, €12)
  • Valle delle Ferriere (3-5 hours, Free)
  • Villa Rufolo (1-3 hours, €7)
  • Grotto dello Smeraldo (1 hour, €22)
  • Grotta del Bue Marino (1-3 hours, €20)
  • Ravello Music Festival (2-4 hours, €30)
  • Spiaggia di Marina Grande (1-2 days, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €275 per person

Transportation

Public transportation, such as trains and buses, is recommended around the Amalfi Coast during the trip, as renting cars can be difficult and parking spaces are limited. Expect to pay around €25 per person for transportation between each location. Travelers should expect an average of 1-2 hours of travel time between each location.

Useful Tips

For travelers with more time to spare, additional suggested activities to add to the trip include taking a gastronomic tour to experience authentic Italian food and wine or a wine-tasting tour in the vineyards of the Amalfi Coast. If you have less time, consider removing visits to the Grotta del Bue Marino, the Naples National Archaeological museum, or taking a day out of the trip to take a break and relax at the beaches.

Airports

The airport closest to Amalfi is Naples (NAP), located about 75 kilometers north of Amalfi. It's a major hub that can be reached by direct flights from major cities throughout Europe, and it's the closest airport to the Amalfi Coast region.

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