Italian. This means that on the Amalfi Coast, as in the rest of the Napoli region, you will find people who prefer to speak Neapolitan, the old language of the Kingdom of Two Sicilies. And while the vast majority also speak Italian, knowing a few well placed phrases in Neapolitan is even more impressive. Do […]

The quickest way to get from Naples to Amalfi is to taxi which costs €65 – €85 and takes 55 min. How do I get from Naples to Amalfi Coast? The route from Naples to the Amalfi Coast is served by Trenitalia’s regional trains, which stop at the beautiful Vietri sul Mare, the only city […]

Sea temperatures off Amalfi are best for swimming from June to October. Positano on Italy’s Amalfi Coast. The best months to go to the Amalfi Coast are May and September.This is when temperatures are warm on the water and land, with storms unlikely. Is the Amalfi Coast warm in May? May is arguably the best […]

1. Re: Driving along the Amalfi Coast-fun, scarry, unsafe? The drive itself isn’t “unsafe” – it is just a winding, very curvy road with tons of buses, cars and motorbikes. Is it safe to drive in Amalfi Coast? Be under no illusions, driving the Amalfi Coast Road in a car is one of the most […]

8. Re: Is the Amalfi coast too hilly for disabled? Amalfi is fine, EXCEPT for the magnificent Cathedral, which has a very long and very steep staircase which will challenge any mobility-reduced person (or someone with a heart condition). How high are the mountains on the Amalfi Coast? The highest mountain along the coast is […]

It is generally too cool to swim in the sea, but the sun is warm enough for the beach to be pleasant, as well as lunch at one of the waterfront restaurants. Is April a good time to visit the Amalfi Coast? The Best Time of Year to Visit the Amalfi Coast But given the […]

Here’s one easy way to decide between the two coastlines: the Cinque Terre is located on the coastline of northern Italy, while the Amalfi coast is in southern Italy.The Amalfi coast, meanwhile, is better accessed from Rome or Naples. From Naples, it’s just an hour on the local Circumvesuviana train to Sorrento. Is Cinque Terre […]

Location-wise, Cinque Terre is in Northern Italy (La Spezia province in the Liguria region, part of the Italian Reviera coast) while Amalfi Coast is in Southern Italy (Salerno province in the Campania region).Cinque Terre’s coastline is about 18 kilometers while that of Amalfi Coast is around 40 kilometers. Is Cinque Terre cheaper than Amalfi Coast? […]

Aside from Christmas concerts and events, December is perfect for visiting Naples, Sorrento, Amalfi, Ravello, and Pompeii and Herculaneum. Is Amalfi Coast Nice in December? Amalfi weather in December is colder than autumn but temperatures are still very mild. You’ll get plenty of sunshine per day with a moderate chance of rainfall. It’s a great […]

Minori, Maiori and Amalfi are the most child friendly towns on the Amalfi Coast.For these reasons, the Amalfi Coast is often described as one of the least family-friendly areas of Italy, so much so that many avoid it during a family trip. Is the Amalfi Coast good for children? The most kid-friendly towns on the […]

English is practically the default language. On the Amalfi Coast, however, you may never get a chance to use even those few phrases.I never noticed the bus drivers speaking English, but I think that’s because they were generally surly. Is English widely spoken in Italy? English is not very widely spoken overall in Italy, although […]

The Best Nightlife in Amalfi Coast Theater. Amalfi Musical. 4.8. Nightlife. Franco’s Bar. 3.7. Nightlife. Music on the Rocks. 3.1. Nightlife. Africana Famous Club. 3.2. Nightlife. Cafe Mirante. 5.0. Nightlife. Positano Paradise Lounge Bar , Positano. 4.2. Nightlife. Bar Del Sole , Praiano. 4.5. Nightlife. Vivaro Wine Bar , Praiano. 4.6. Does Amalfi have nightlife? […]

It lies at the mouth of a deep ravine, at the foot of Monte Cerreto (1,315 metres, 4,314 feet), surrounded by dramatic cliffs and coastal scenery. The town of Amalfi was the capital of the maritime republic known as the Duchy of Amalfi, an important trading power in the Mediterranean between 839 and around 1200. […]

The famous steep slopes of pretty resorts Amalfi and Positano extend up and up, into the high summits and plateaus of a mountain range, the Monti Lattari. Networks of footpaths criss-cross the slopes between villages and offer a whole different holiday experience to the busy resorts below. How easy is it to get around the […]

Having said all of that, I realise that not everyone has time to stay for several nights – and it is certainly possible to do a day trip to the Amalfi Coast from Naples. The biggest issue you’ll have is transportation, especially if you want to see more than just one place. How do I […]