Best tours of Amalfi

If you want to get to know the Gulf of Salerno and discover the beaches and landscapes of the Amalfi Coast, you must visit Amalfi, which is the main town of the Italian Campania and one of the most beautiful and characteristic places in Italy with its views towards the Tyrrhenian Sea and its medieval architecture.

Some of the best things to see and do in Amalfi to discover the town on a tour include taking a boat trip along the coast to see a different side of the town, a Vespa tour, a walking tour of the Cathedral, the Piazza del Duomo and the Cloister of Paradise and exploring the nearby villages on a tour with private transport.

Amalfi is one of the most famous towns on the Amalfi Coast and one of the best ways to get to know it is from the Tyrrhenian Sea, taking a boat trip to see the cliffs and all the colours of its picturesque buildings. Most excursions start from the port of Marina Coppola and usually take you along the coast to other nearby towns such as Ravello, Atrani and Positano.

If you plan to visit Amalfi in summer, during the tours you will have free time to take a swim and you will also have the option to take a night tour, which is one of the best things to do at night in Amalfi. If you opt for the afternoon walk, I advise you to do it in the last turn, to see the sunset from the sea, which is one of the best experiences that Italian Campania has to offer.

In addition to the city's skyline, during the boat trips, which usually last about 3 to 4 hours, you can also see the caves, grottoes and waterfalls that make the region famous and one of the most visited in the country.

Interesting details

• Price: these excursions have an initial cost of approximately 75 euros per person.
• Duration: these excursions last approximately 3 to 4 hours.
• Advantages of these excursions: you will get to know the best profile of the Amalfi Coast, which is the cliffs overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea.
• Disadvantages of these excursions: although you will see several sites, none of them include stops, except for a swim in summer.

Amalfi is a small town and many parts of the historic centre are off-limits to cars, so one of the best ways to see the main attractions is to take a guided walking tour of the centre, which includes visits to the Cathedral, Piazza del Duomo and the Cloister of Paradise, one of the most famous sites in the area because it holds the relics of St. Andrew the Apostle, the patron saint of the town.

On these tours, which last approximately 2 to 3 hours, you will not only learn about the history of the city and its curiosities at an affordable price, but you will also have the permanent assistance of an expert local guide, which will enhance your experience, unlike if you do the tour on your own. In addition, some tours also include the best beaches in Amalfi.

Please note that these tours of Amalfi do not include the entrance fee to visit the sites and, in addition, the itinerary does not usually include stops at the exhibitions, but only an overview of each attraction and then you will have to visit on your own the places that interest you.

These tours usually start in Piazza del Duomo and often end in Via dei Mercanti, Amalfi's most famous shopping street, or at the Paper Museum, which traces the history of one of Italy's most popular industries in Campania.

Interesting details

• Price: these excursions have an initial cost of approximately 25 euros per person, but do not include entrance fees to the sites included in the tour.
• Duration: These tours last approximately 2 to 3 hours.
• Advantages of these excursions: it is the best alternative to visit the main historical attractions of Amalfi in a short time.
• Disadvantages of these excursions: although they take in the main sites, they do not include a stop to visit the exhibitions at the sites such as the Cathedral or the Paper Museum, so you will have to return on your own.

If you want to live one of the most eclectic experiences in Amalfi, but also one of the most famous, you can opt for this Vespa tour of the Amalfi Coast to travel freely and at your own pace along the Gulf of Sorrento, the roads of Salerno and also the main sites of the region.

During these excursions you can rent a Vespa scooter, which is also part of the culture of Amalfi and of the Italian Campania, and then choose your route according to the indications or suggestions of the tourist service provider, following a self-guided circuit or simply choosing the itinerary yourself.

These excursions usually last between 7 and 8 hours, which is the time the motorbike will be rented for, so with the right plan you will have the chance to see the main sites of the Amalfi Coast. It is also a good option if you are planning a short stay in the city. If that's the case, here's a list of things to do in Amalfi in 2 days.

Interesting details

• Price: these tours have an initial cost of approximately 170 euros per motorbike, which can carry up to 2 people. The price includes the compulsory insurance.
• Duration: these excursions last approximately 7 to 8 hours.
• Advantages of these excursions: you will be able to live a culturally typical experience of the region.
• Disadvantages of these tours: to rent a motorbike you must be over 18 years old and have a valid driving license, so it can be a restrictive experience for some tourists.

Lemons are another typical production of the Amalfi Coast, so if you want to get a different profile of the region, you can take an excursion to see the lemon groves outside Amalfi and the historical tradition of this product in Campania which is used for limoncello, a drink that is as popular as or even more popular than Italian wine.

During these excursions you will get to know the paths that are surrounded by lemon groves, which will also give you the chance to take some of the best pictures of your trip, and you will learn about the cultivation process and the importance that the lemon has had on the Amalfi coast, in Sorrento and throughout the Gulf of Salerno.

On these tours, which usually last about 3 hours, you will also get to taste various types of limoncello, so many of these experiences are also among the best food tours in Amalfi.

Interesting details

• Price: these excursions have an initial cost of approximately 45 euros per person, including transfers and the assistance of an expert local guide.
• Duration: these excursions last approximately 3 hours.
• Advantages of these excursions: you will get to see some of the most striking scenery of the Italian Campania region as you walk through the lemon groves on the roads outside Amalfi.
• Disadvantages of these tours: While you'll see many sites along the Amalfi Coast, there are no stops other than for tastings and photo opportunities.

Amalfi is the most famous site on the Amalfi Coast, but much of its renown is also due to the surrounding villages that complement the beauty of the Gulf of Salerno. Most of the city's excursions usually include visits to other nearby sites and on these tours, which are usually full day tours, you can see the main sites of Italy's Campania region.

Among the main towns to discover around Amalfi are Ravello, which is known for its Moorish buildings and Villa Rufolo, the picturesque garden built as a balcony overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea which annually hosts Italy's most important music festival, which you will be able to witness if you plan to visit Amalfi in September.

Another town included in the best full-day tours from Amalfi is Positano, which is considered the Pearl of the Amalfi Coast. Most of these excursions, which are usually by private transport, also include visits to Atrani, Minori, Maiori and Praiano.

Please note that these excursions can take up to 12 hours, so if you are planning a short stay in the city you should consider whether it fits into your itinerary. If that is your case, here is a list of things you can do to discover Amalfi in 3 days.

Interesting details

• Price: the private transport excursions have an initial cost of approximately 180 euros per person, including the assistance of a guide and the transfer to and from the hotel in Amalfi.
• Duration: these excursions last approximately 12 hours.
• Advantages of these excursions: they are the best alternative to get to know Amalfi and the most outstanding nearby villages in a full day excursion.
• Disadvantages of these excursions: they can be an expensive experience.

You can book a tour in Amalfi in advance online or once you are in town, but be aware that if you plan to visit the Amalfi Coast in June or during the summer months, the tours may sell out and you may not have availability on your chosen days.

If you book in advance, you may also be able to freeze the price of tours, avoiding last-minute price increases and in some cases also access discounts for online bookings, which could generate discounts even during the high season months.

The answer will depend on the tour chosen, but on average tours last between 3 and 4 hours, with the exception of half-day or full-day experiences, such as visiting the villages near Amalfi such as Ravello, Maiori, Minori, Positano and Atrani.

You will have to take into account the duration of the excursions in order to organise your itinerary, especially if you plan to visit the city for a few days. If this is your case, you can consult this list of activities to discover Amalfi in 4 days.

Keep in mind that the duration of some excursions could also take away hours of sunshine to explore the attractions of the city, especially if you plan to visit Amalfi in winter, so I advise you not to combine other activities when you have booked a half-day or full-day experience.

In all the tours you will get to know the different profiles of Amalfi and also the beauty of its surroundings, as you will get to know the Amalfi Coast on a boat trip from the Tyrrhenian Sea, the main sites of the city on a guided walk, the most picturesque villages of the Gulf of Salerno and even the best landscapes.

You will also have time to take some of the best pictures of your trip, especially during the tour along the lemon grove paths or from the Piazza del Duomo, which offers one of the best panoramic views of the Italian Campania.

Amalfi and the Gulf of Salerno have so many attractions that you can't afford to waste time, so during your visit I advise you to organise an itinerary and stick to it in order to visit the best sites, especially those located around Amalfi.

Also note that some sites on the Amalfi Coast are not accessible by car, so to get to Amalfi from the airport, you can hire a transfer and then opt for excursions by private transport or motorbike.

If you plan to visit Amalfi during the summer, which is part of the high season and prices tend to be high, you can book tours and accommodation in advance online to save money.

Amalfi is one of Italy's historical sites, which has an important tradition since the Middle Ages and many of its main monuments, such as the Cathedral and the Piazza del Duomo, have a very important influence on Italian culture. All these sites can be visited on a guided tour or during an excursion, which will allow you to take with you not only the best landscapes, but also the knowledge about the local history.

If you also want to see some of the places around Amalfi, such as the villages of the Gulf of Salerno and the lemon groves, the best option is to do it on a tour in order to save time and have a more effective tour.

You can tour Amalfi on your own, but you should be aware that the Gulf of Salerno has some limitations regarding access by car to certain sites, so tours will allow you to move around at your leisure and save time and money.

In addition, the Amalfi Coast has a rich history and past, which you can discover during tours with the assistance of local guides, leaving you with not only great memories of Amalfi's scenery and pristine beaches, but also a deep understanding of its culture and traditions.