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With multi-colored terracotta houses perched atop a cliff, bougainvillea cascading down restaurants and shops, and the beautiful, sapphire Mediterranean hugging the edges, Positano is everything a picture-perfect Amalfi Coast dream is made of.
Positano is roughly an hour and a half south of Naples and makes a great getaway after settling in. It is accessible by a walk-on ferry from the downtown Naples Molo Beverello port. There is parking at the port. If you choose to drive to Positano, it’s best to find lodging that includes parking. The few public parking lots are expensive.
Since Positano is an ideal city for walking, meander down the winding roads and enjoy the atmosphere. Stumbling across a cute cafe among the many unmarked roads always makes the best memories. Not the walking type? Rent a scooter instead to capture the best views of the town and coastline.
If you’re into the art scene, check out the eclectic and traditional art galleries sprinkled across the village. The Art & Craft gallery highlights local painters, while just down the road Absolute Positano hosts a collection of works by local studio artists and ceramicists. If you like shopping, be on the lookout for handmade, leather sandals and linen clothes that are unique to Positano.
For those who love adventure, rent a boat and explore the open, blue Mediterranean. Positano Boats, located near the beach, hires a variety of boats. It is highly recommended you opt for a skipper on board if you have no experience at sea. Be sure to visit the Green, White and Emerald grottos. These picturesque caves are near Positano along the Amalfi coast and are only reachable via boat. Sunset cruises are also a popular option. Other water activities include stand-up paddling (SUP), parasailing and kayaking.
One of the best things about the Amalfi coast is the ability to visit neighboring villages. The ferry from Positano to Capri is a popular route operated by three ferries with trips up to seven times per day.
Beaches
In Positano, there is no shortage of jaw-dropping beaches. Whether you’re looking for a secluded area or want to mingle with other beachgoers, these are the top beaches to put on your itinerary.
Spaggia Grande - Known as the “large beach,” this easily recognizable beach is known for its colorful rows of umbrellas dotted along the shore. In the middle of this beach is the spiaggia libera or free beach where you don’t need to pay to rent an umbrella or chair. Be sure to bring your beach towel!
Fornillo Beach - This small and secluded beach is away from the Positano dock and can be reached by the Strada Statale.
Arienzo Beach - It is known as the “300 steps beach” because there are exactly that many steps beachgoers need to climb down to reach it. Marina Grande Beach - One of the livelier beaches in the area. Music on the Rocks is also located here.
Laurtio Beach - This small beach is Positano’s best-kept secret and is popular among the locals. There are also two beach restaurants.
Local Food
Positano offers a great selection of local foods to please the palette. Try some of these favorites while on the Amalfi Coast.
· Lemon sorbet – The best can be found at Covo dei Saraceni Hotel.
· Seafood pasta – Served with fresh prawns, mussels octopus and mussels.
· Risotto – The one in La Terra serves their seafood risotto in a crispy parmesan tortilla.
· Cornetto – Similar to a croissant but is softer and has less butter.
