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Best Places to Visit from the Amalfi Coast of Italy

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Island of Capri
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View of Marina Grande and harbor on the Island of Capri

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Visiting the enchanting island of Capri is a highlight of an Amalfi Coast holiday. A favorite with Roman emperors, the rich and famous, artists, and writers, it's still one of the Mediterranean's must-see places.

What to See and Do on the Island of Capri

Visitors arrive at Marina Grande where there is a funicular to take you up the hill to Capri, the island's main town. You can also catch a boat from Marina Grande to visit the famous Blue Grotto. To get to Anacapri, the highest town on the island, you will need to take a bus or taxi. Villa San Michele, in Anacapri, has beautiful gardents with spectacular views. Nice beaches can be found all around the island.

For more information see our Capri Guide.

Transportation to Capri

The island of Capri can easily be reached by frequent ferries and hydrofoils from Sorrento and less frequent ferries and hydrofoils from Positano and Amalfi. Note that in winter, fewer ferries are scheduled and ferries are usually canceled in bad weather. Schedules on web sites are not always up to date, so check at the port.

Ferries from Positano and Amalfi
Ferries from Sorrento

Capri Island Guided Boat Excursion

Travel by boat from Positano and enjoy a cruise around the island of Capri with this full-day Capri guided boat excursion, through Select Italy.

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