Monte Solaro
Mountain · Anacapri, Capri, Capri

Monte Solaro

Photo: Mika Auramo · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Monte Solaro rises 589 metres above Anacapri. A single-seat chairlift glides over gardens and vineyards to the top in about 13 minutes, with your feet dangling in the air. From the summit terrace you can see the Faraglioni, the Bay of Naples and, on clear days, the Amalfi Coast.

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Good to know

Tickets
Chairlift tickets are sold one way or return at the base station. Check the official chairlift site for current prices.
Time needed
About 1.5 hours including the ride up and down.
Best time
Clear mornings. The lift stops in high wind or bad weather.
Getting there
Chairlift from Piazza Vittoria in Anacapri. From Capri's Marina Grande, the bus to Anacapri takes about 20 minutes.

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Monte Solaro questions

Is the Monte Solaro chairlift scary?

It is a slow single chair with a safety bar. Most people find it calm, but it is open-air and high up.

Can I walk up or down Monte Solaro?

Yes. A path links the summit and Anacapri; walking down takes about 45 minutes to an hour.

Is Monte Solaro worth it?

Yes, on a clear day. It has the widest views on Capri.

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