Positano
Town · Amalfi Coast

Positano

Photo: Bernard Gagnon · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Positano is the most photographed town on the Amalfi Coast, built on a steep slope above the Spiaggia Grande beach. Walk down through the lanes of shops to the Church of Santa Maria Assunta and its tiled dome. Almost everything is up or down stairs, so wear comfortable shoes.

On day 4 of Naples, Pompeii and the Amalfi Coast in 5 Days

Good to know

Tickets
Free to explore.
Time needed
2 to 3 hours.
Best time
May, June and September. Mornings are quieter.
Getting there
From Naples, about 1.5 hours by road, or by ferry in season. The SITA bus also runs from Sorrento.

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Positano questions

Is Positano walkable?

Yes, but it is very steep with lots of steps. There is a small local bus up the hill.

Can I swim in Positano?

Yes, from the main beach or Fornillo beach. Loungers are rented by the day.

How do I get from Positano to Amalfi?

Ferry in season takes about 25 minutes. The bus takes about 40 minutes but fills up in summer.

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