Can you swim in Amalfi Town?

Swimming in Amalfi is amazing, being in the water and enjoying the view of the town and the with houses on one side. Than Atrani beach, walking distance from Amalfi. From wherever you are on the beach, no matter which way you look, you'll be astounded by the coastal scenery of this part of Italy.



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There's one main beach in Amalfi called Marina Grande, which you can't really miss as it is right in front of the town.

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But can you swim on these shores? The breath-taking beauty of the Amalfi Coast is mostly due to the stunning sapphire waters lapping against its shores. But can you swim on these shores is the question. In short, yes!

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Just a bit away from Amalfi town, you'll find this awesome beach. You'll have to go down the 400 stairs to access it, but the locals say that the water here is some of the cleanest along the coast. That said, I've found that the water is clean everywhere along the coastline.

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The best beaches on the Amalfi Coast occupy a stunning stretch of coastline in the Province of Salerno, Southern Italy. The UNESCO World Heritage site is a perfect example of the luxurious Mediterranean landscape with rocky cliffs surrounded by lush greenery and cascading into turquoise blue waters below.

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Positano also offers shopping galore and very good restaurants. Some say Positano has better beaches than Amalfi, but if you're used to beautiful sandy beaches, you won't be impressed with any beach on the Amalfi Coast. They are black sand and very pebbly (rocky). Beaches in Amalfi are equally so.

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Best Towns on the Amalfi Coast
  • Atrani. ...
  • Amalfi. ...
  • Conca dei Marini. ...
  • Furore. ...
  • Praiano. Praiano is perched on the cliffs that overlook the Tyrrhenian Sea. ...
  • Positano. Positano is one of the most beautiful towns on the Amalfi Coast. ...
  • Nerano. Nerano is a hidden gem. ...
  • Sorrento. Sorrento, like Salerno, is a gateway into the Amalfi Coast.


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Positano Beach and Arienzo Beach! Popular with jetsetters behind sunglasses and fascinating for its dark sand and pebbles. With colorful houses of Positano in the backdrop, it's a nice place for a picturesque swim or for sunbathing but it can get quite busy during the summer months.

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Yes, Sorrento has several beaches and since it sits on a clifftop, its' beaches are not well known but despite it's rocky coasts and plunging cliffs is really is worth taking a dip in its waters.

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I highly discourage visiting Amalfi Coast by car if you are traveling between June and September, but also May and October are extremely busy. As already said before, there is just ONE MAIN ROAD that connects all the main towns on the Amalfi Coast.

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Summer (June through August) Sure, the pebbly beaches are great for sunbathing and the water is ideal for swimming during June, July, and August.

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As you walk around Amalfi you will find yourself over and over again along Amalfi's main street, the one climbing up from the duomo to the mountains.

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Average temperature Amalfi Coast September The sea temperature is still comfortable enough to spend time swimming and dipping your toes in, sitting at an average of around 25 degrees Celsius (77F).

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It was worth it, but the waters were ROUGH (at one point I thought we would tip into to the ocean and that was how it all would end). From this tour, we saw the Green Grotto, but could not see the Blue Grotto due to the waters. Still worth it!

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The hottest month of the year in Amalfi is August, with an average high of 88°F and low of 72°F.

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It is totally doable in summertime because it's very warm so layers are light. Shorts, sun dresses and sandals that can go from day to night with accessories is the way to go! Comfortable shoes are a must-a versatile sneaker, a slide sandal are pretty much all you need.

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This sprawling, sun-drenched, seaside area is one of Italy's most tranquil holiday spots you can pick. Offering guests life's little luxuries throughout their stay. But with luxury comes expense, and Amalfi Coast defiantly runs on the expensive side.

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The cost of accommodations, food, and activities in these towns can be significantly higher than in other areas of Italy. Positano is generally considered the most expensive of the three, followed by Capri, with Amalfi being the most affordable.

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