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Where in the world: Europe  /  Italy  /  Campania  /  Province of Salerno  /  Amalfi Coast  /  Positano

Top 15 things to do in Positano

1. Il Sentiero Degli Dei

Enjoy fabulous views of the Amalfi Coast and the island of Capri along Il Sentiero Degli Dei, a scenic footpath on the slopes of Monte Peruso. Linking the tiny hilltop town of Agerola with Nocelle, this 7 km (4.3 mi) path is considered challenging but offers many viewing points with wooden benches and chairs for picnicking--ideal spots for taking a rest.
Suggested duration: 4 hours
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2. Food Tours, Sorrento

Suggested duration: 8 hours
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3. Villa Cimbrone Gardens, Ravello

One of the highlights of Villa Cimbrone Gardens is the Terrace of Infinity, a natural balcony with 18th-century marble busts and views of the sea, lemon groves, and mountains. As you walk through gardens of this historic villa, you'll wander past oak, alder, and chestnut trees. Make your way down to the natural cave that is home to a 19th-century marble statue of Eve. Walk up the stairway to the rose gardens to breathe in the scent of French and English roses. Look for the inscription quoting poet Omar Khayyám. Latch on to a guide at the entrance if you want to see all the sculptures and learn their stories.
Suggested duration: 1h 30 min
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4. Villa Rufolo, Ravello

Renowned for its moonlight concerts, Villa Rufolo was built in the 13th century for a wealthy local family. The villa is famed for its cascading gardens, which were created in 1853 by Francis Neville Reid, a Scotsman who bought the property and not only took care of its restoration, but also designed the current layout. The gardens are known for their luxurious flower beds, which blossom in bursts of exotic colors throughout the year, as well as for offering panoramic views of the world-famous Amalfi Coast. German composer Richard Wagner visited the villa in 1880 and was so overcome by the attractiveness of the location that he later used it as a setting in of one of his operas. Check the official website for an accurate list of all upcoming concerts and other events at this site.
Suggested duration: 1 hour
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5. Food Tours

Suggested duration: 8 hours
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6. Duomo di Sant'Andrea, Amalfi

Remodeled many times since the ninth century, Duomo di Sant'Andrea is home to the Crypt of St. Andrew. Two crosses--one a 13th-century wooden crucifix, the other mother of pearl brought from the Holy Land--represent two different periods in the cathedral's history. The bronze doors of the church were cast in the city of Constantinople before 1066, making them the city's earliest architectural feature of post-Roman manufacture. Visit the gardens, where arches, colonnades, and sculptures blend in with the colorful landscaping.
Suggested duration: 30 minutes
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7. Boat Tours & Water Sports

Suggested duration: 1h 30 min
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8. Art & Craft Gallery

Suggested duration: 30 minutes
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10. Duomo di Ravello, Ravello

Duomo di Ravello is an 11th-century cathedral best known for its bronze doors leading inward. Once inside, you will find the aisles separated by ancient columns, but the interior is largely simple in decor. You can ask about times when the organ is played, as visitors often praise its music. There is also a museum dedicated to the history of the cathedral.
Suggested duration: 1 hour
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11. Absolute Positano

Art Gallery, Paintings, Murano Glass, artistic glass, crystal and precious souvenirs, all proudly Italian, designed and handmade by local artisans to leave you a reminder of the true Positano lifestyle !

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Suggested duration: 30 minutes
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12. Artigianato Rallo

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Suggested duration: 30 minutes
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13. Spiaggia Grande

Lounge in the sun or go for a swim at Spiaggia Grande. Facing the sea you will get views of the clear water. Facing away from the sea, you can enjoy the scenery of the town of Positano, with its winding cobblestone streets leading to the beach. Tour nearby shops, visit the bars or restaurants, or catch a ferry to a nearby restaurant or beach. Sun loungers are available for rent. If swimming, be careful as you enter the water, the pebbles drop off suddenly into slightly deeper water. A safety barrier keeps boats from entering the swimming area.
Suggested duration: 1h 30 min
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15. Speed Boats Tours

Suggested duration: 8 hours
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