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Travel to Amalfi Coast & Positano

Positano, Amalfi and Ravello. Things to do, costs, the best time to visit and nearby day trips, with approximate prices and open data sources.

€113per day · budget€215per day · standard3 daysrecommendedJunbest months
Positano, Amalfi Coast & Positano
Positano

Things to do in Amalfi Coast & Positano

  • Positano and Spiaggia Grande
  • Path of the Gods (Bomerano → Nocelle)
  • Amalfi and Ravello (Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone)
  • Boat trip along the coast or to Capri
Positano in Amalfi Coast & Positano

Positano

Positano is a town and comune on the Amalfi Coast in the Province of Salerno in the region of Campania in southern Italy, mainly in an enclave in the hills leading down to the coast. It has 3,643 inhabitants.

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Agerola and the Path of the Gods in Amalfi Coast & Positano

Agerola and the Path of the Gods

Agerola is a comune in the Metropolitan City of Naples in the Italian region Campania, located about 35 km southeast of Naples. It is part of the Amalfi Coast.

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Amalfi in Amalfi Coast & Positano

Amalfi

Amalfi is a town and comune in the province of Salerno, in the region of Campania, Italy, on the Gulf of Salerno. It lies at the mouth of a deep ravine, at the foot of Monte Cerreto, surrounded by dramatic cliffs and coastal scenery. The town of Amalfi was the capital of the maritime republic known…

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Ravello in Amalfi Coast & Positano

Ravello

Ravello is a comune situated above the Amalfi Coast, in the province of Salerno, Campania, Italy, with approximately 2,500 inhabitants. Its scenic location makes it a popular tourist destination, and earned it a listing as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997.

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Villa Rufolo in Amalfi Coast & Positano

Villa Rufolo

Villa Rufolo is a villa within the historic center of Ravello, a town in the province of Salerno, southern Italy, which overlooks the front of the cathedral square. The initial layout dates from the 13th century, with extensive remodeling in the 19th century.

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Villa Cimbrone in Amalfi Coast & Positano

Villa Cimbrone

Villa Cimbrone is a historic villa in Ravello, on the Amalfi Coast of southern Italy. Dating from at least the 11th century, it is famous for its scenic belvedere, the Terrazza dell'Infinito. Much altered and extended in the early 20th century by Ernest William Beckett, the villa is today composed…

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Capri in Amalfi Coast & Positano

Capri

Capri is an island located in the Tyrrhenian Sea off the Sorrento Peninsula, on the south side of the Gulf of Naples in the Campania region of Italy. A resort destination since the time of the Roman Republic, it is known for its natural beauty, historic sites, and tourism industry. It has 13,451…

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Grotta dello Smeraldo in Amalfi Coast & Positano

Grotta dello Smeraldo

The Grotta dello Smeraldo is a cave, partly inundated by the sea and located in Conca dei Marini, Italy, on the Amalfi Coast.

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How much does a trip to Amalfi Coast & Positano cost?

Approximate prices per person, in euros. We estimate them from World Bank price levels and our own research; use them for planning and always double-check before booking.

Accommodation per night
Hostel bed€45
Private room, shared bathroom€65
Private room with bathroom€75
Standard hotel€140
Daily expenses
BudgetStandard
Food€28€55
Local transport€10€20
If you cook yourself€14
Total per day€113€215
Entrance fees
Villa Rufolo€8
Villa Cimbrone€10
Boat trip to Capri€95
Emerald Grotto€10

💶 3 days in Amalfi Coast & Positano: ≈ €462 on a budget or ≈ €768 at a standard level, entrance fees included and flights excluded. Work out your whole trip →

🚌 SITA bus (~€2.40 per leg, 24 h ~€10) and Travelmar ferries between villages (€10–25).

Best time to visit Amalfi Coast & Positano

The most pleasant months are June. Monthly averages 2016–2025 (Open-Meteo, ERA5 reanalysis).

Jan12°7°💧14
Feb14°7°💧11
Mar15°8°💧13
Apr18°11°💧12
May21°14°💧12
Jun26°19°💧5
Jul29°22°💧4
Aug29°22°💧7
Sep25°19°💧9
Oct22°15°💧10
Nov17°12°💧17
Dec14°8°💧12

Day trips from Amalfi Coast & Positano

Greek temples of Paestum

Doric temples better preserved than many in Greece

🚆 ≈ 40 min by train from Salerno · ≈ €8–€16 return · entry ≈ €15

Frequently asked questions

How much does a trip to Amalfi Coast & Positano cost?

On a budget, about €113 per person per day (private room with bathroom, food and local transport); at a standard level, about €215. For 3 days, including the main entrance fees, budget ≈ €462 to €768, not counting flights.

When is the best time to visit Amalfi Coast & Positano?

Based on average weather over the last 10 years, the most pleasant months are June.

How many days do you need in Amalfi Coast & Positano?

We recommend 3 days to see the essentials without rushing, plus one more if you want to add Greek temples of Paestum.

What are the best things to do in Amalfi Coast & Positano?

The must-sees: Positano and Spiaggia Grande; Path of the Gods (Bomerano → Nocelle); Amalfi and Ravello (Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone); Boat trip along the coast or to Capri.

Where to stay in Amalfi Coast & Positano?

Salerno or Agerola (not Positano). A private room with bathroom costs around €75 per night and a hostel bed €45.

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