Things to do in Amalfi Coast
The Amalfi Coast is a UNESCO-listed stretch of dramatic cliffs, pastel villages, and turquoise water in southern Italy that rivals far pricier Mediterranean rivals, and with smart planning on ferries, local trattorias, and shoulder-season timing, it rewards budget-conscious travelers richly.
Why go to Amalfi Coast
Positano Village
Cascade of candy-colored houses tumbling to a black-sand beach, the most iconic view on the entire coast.
Path of the Gods (Sentiero degli Dei)
A breathtaking clifftop hike with panoramic sea views that rivals any paid attraction on the coast.
Ravello's Villa Rufolo & Gardens
Hilltop terraced gardens overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea that inspired Wagner and still stun every visitor.
Amalfi Cathedral (Duomo di Amalfi)
A striking 9th-century Arab-Norman cathedral anchoring the town's main piazza with free entry to the facade.
Emerald Grotto (Grotta dello Smeraldo)
A sea cave glowing an otherworldly green, accessible by boat or lift from the coastal road near Conca dei Marini.
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Good to know in Amalfi Coast
- Use the SITA bus (about $1.50-2 per ride) along the SS163 coastal road instead of taxis, it connects every major village and is how locals travel.
- Tipping is not customary in Italy; rounding up or leaving 1-2 euros at a sit-down meal is appreciated but never expected.
- Tap water is safe to drink throughout the Amalfi Coast, carry a refillable bottle and skip expensive bottled water at cafes.
- Ravello's Villa Rufolo offers free entry on the first Sunday of each month (part of Italy's national Domenica al Museo initiative).
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