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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nGelato, aperol spritzs’, fresh homemade pasta, shots of limoncello, beach clubs, boat trips around the Amalfi Coast and gorgeous seacliff views… Bellissimo<\/strong>. Read why Sorrento is the perfect hub to travel around the Amalfi Coast plus everything to see, do and eat here!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Sorrento<\/strong>\u00a0is a small, charming, historic city in Campania admired for its cliffside views overlooking the waters surrounding Ischia and Capri and the Bay of Naples. It is lauded for its\u00a0acclaimed lemon, olive oil, and wine production and as the birthplace of the Italian liqueur, Limoncello. When visiting the Amalfi Coast, travelers often choose Sorrento as their home base due to its close proximity to other destinations, such as Positano. The city has a lot of hotels and many of the modern conveniences that smaller towns lack.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Currency: Euro (\u20ac)<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n Language: Italian<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n But, almost all people speak English well.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Best Time To Visit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The best time-frame to visit Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast is the end of May until mid-October. Crowds and prices naturally peak in July and August so I would try and avoid if possible. I have visited in both June and October and experienced amazing, sunny weather with chilly, but refreshing ocean water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One can easily spend an entire summer exploring the southern coastal towns of Italy, but if you\u2019re pressed for time and chose Sorrento as your hub, I recommend a minimum of 5 nights here! You\u2019ll need at least 2 full days in Sorrento and 2-3 days exploring nearby towns.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Traveling To Sorrento<\/p>\n\n\n\n From Naples International Airport: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Bus<\/strong>: ($) Curreri Viaggi<\/a> offers shuttle service to downtown Sorrento for only 10\u20ac. The trip takes around 75 minutes. *I would opt out if you have a lot of luggage because you will have to walk from the bus station to your hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Private Driver<\/strong>: ($$) Book a private transfer through GetYourGuide<\/a> or Viator<\/a> in advance! Expensive, but only about a 45 minute drive directly to your hotel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Car Rental<\/strong>: ($$$) Hertz, Avis and Maggiore are located directly outside the arrivals terminal. I would suggest this option only for experienced drivers as roads are narrow and parking is limited! <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n From Positano, Capri, and Amalfi:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The fastest way to Sorrento is by ferry<\/strong> \u2013 it\u2019s painless and inexpensive. Unfortunately the ferry service does not run 24\/7 so your time in each town is limited to the schedule. Book here<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sorrento to Positano: 40 min ferry<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sorrento to Capri: 20 min ferry<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sorrento to Amalfi: 50 min ferry<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n A significant advantage to staying in Sorrento is the abundance of hotels. Popular accommodations book up fast in peak summer months, so make sure to reserve at least three months in advance! Here\u2019s a list of some of my favorite options.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Best Hotels in Sorrento:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Palazzo Marziale<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Hotel Belair Sorrento<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Grand Hotel Capodimonte<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Grand Hotel La Favorita<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Grand Hotel De La Ville Sorrento<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Where To Eat:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Food in Italy is arguably the best in the world \u2013 it definitely has my vote! You can not go wrong with a reservation at any of these places. I found that most restaurants in Sorrento are moderately priced and you don\u2019t have to break the bank on food. Make sure to grab some gelato for dessert!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bagni Delfino<\/a>: seafood restaurant overlooking the Gulf of Naples<\/p>\n\n\n\n O’Parrucchiano La Favorita<\/a>: dinner in a dreamy atmosphere under lemon trees<\/p>\n\n\n\n Acc\u00e8nto<\/a>: well-known for delicious pasta dishes<\/p>\n\n\n\n Semola Pasta Bar<\/a>: serving pasta dishes in the heart of downtown Sorrento<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ristorante Museo Caruso<\/a>: vintage-style experience<\/p>\n\n\n\n L\u2019Antica Trattoria<\/a>: cozy main room with outdoor terrace seating<\/p>\n\n\n\n Soul & Fish<\/a>: seafood with deck overlooking Marina Grande<\/p>\n\n\n\n Drinks & Nightlife:<\/p>\n\n\n\n D\u2019Anton<\/a>: cocktails and charcuterie<\/p>\n\n\n\n English Inn: large outdoor terrace with late night music and drinks<\/p>\n\n\n\n Filou Club<\/a>: small club with a lively room and entertaining piano man<\/p>\n\n\n\n Shot Bar<\/a>: popular bar among international visitors<\/p>\n\n\n\n Da Ciro Taverna<\/a>: delicious charcuterie and live music<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bellavista Cocktail Bar<\/a>: rooftop bar in Grand Hotel La Favorita; perfect for sunset<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n 1. Relax at a beach club.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Most of Sorrento\u2019s coastline is made up of rocky cliffs with limited sandy beach for sunbathing and swimming. Therefore, in summer months, beach clubs are in high demand! Most of the popular beach clubs are located in Marina Piccolo, not far from the ferry service. You can book lounge chairs in advance, but most seats come on a first come first serve basis. Plan to get there nice and early to snag a good spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Marameo Beach<\/a> – newly renovated club with access to changing rooms, king size lounge chairs, floating sun beds, a leisure zone and for extra $$, a private jacuzzi<\/p>\n\n\n\n Leonelli’s Beach<\/a> – popular and affordable family-owned beach club with a small sandy beach area appropriate for children and inexperienced swimmers<\/p>\n\n\n\n La Merinella<\/a> – <\/strong>upscale beach club with a notable restaurant located on Sant\u2019Agnello beach<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n 2. Hop on the ferry to Capri, Positano, or Amalfi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Catch the public ferry from Marina Piccola<\/strong> to any of these towns. If you haven\u2019t purchased tickets in advance, you will find a ticket kiosks for companies that operate services in and out of Sorrento. These trips are all great options, but if I had to narrow it down, I would choose Capri and Positano. Both are unique and luxurious in their own ways. The town built into the cliffside of Positano is picture-perfect, while Capri has luxurious beach clubs, shopping, and restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n 3. Visit the countryside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Escape from the city and head to the beautiful countryside of Sorrento where you can visit some of the local farms and explore the vineyards, citrus groves & oil areas. Many of the tours include tastings, pizza making, and of course, limoncello.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n Here are two tours I recommend: Option 1<\/a> & Option 2<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n 4. Shop and stroll along Corso Italia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Corsa Italia is the main road through the center of Sorrento. The pedestrian-only section begins at Piazzo Tasso and along the way you\u2019ll find souvenir shops, bars, restaurants, gelaterias, and coffee shops. Make sure to veer off onto some of the smaller side streets to find some hidden gems.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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