Can you wear shorts in Positano?

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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Anything goes in Positano, but if you want to be one with the Italians, casual is the way to go. We went to a few nicer restaurants where people were dressed up more, but for the most part, light linens, maxi dresses with flats and casual outfits are most fitting for this gorgeous beach town.

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The Best Shoes for Amalfi Coast Beaches are different in Positano and Capri, and you will need flip flops for the rocks. The beaches are not sand but rocky, and your feet can easily get too hot if you don't have some shoes to make it down to the water.

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This is a big reason why we recommend long pants, capris, or shorts and skirts below the knee, as well as blouses and shirts rather than tank tops. There's also an expectation that people visiting churches in Italy should be quiet.

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For the majority of places, such as museums, beaches, and stores, there are no restrictions on what you can wear. Many tourists and locals will wear shorts to these places when the weather is hot. At churches and the Vatican, you can only enter if your knees and shoulders are covered and you aren't wearing a hat.

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Clean, smart, basic clothing will do. But shorts and tanktops (especially for men) are meant for gym or hiking. Not to be worn on the street and never in a restaurant. In some of the beach bars shorts could be okay, but definitely not in a dinner restaurant in Rome.

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Whether you're spending a week in Positano or simply visiting for a day trip, read on for my essential Amalfi Coast packing list.
  1. Rompers (AKA playsuits) ...
  2. Battery pack. ...
  3. Leave-in conditioner. ...
  4. Longchamp tote or backpack. ...
  5. (One too many) bikinis. ...
  6. A thin scarf. ...
  7. Hand sanitizer & wet wipes. ...
  8. Havaianas for beach days.


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You might find a lot of people say Positano is better than Amalfi as Positano appears to have nicer beaches, more restaurants, and shops. Positano also has some of the best scenic views. You'll want to show off to everyone with your view of colourful cliffside homes, blue sea, and beaches.

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Waiters. A tip (as a percentage of your total meal bill OR a per meal amount) is appreciated, but not expected. If we are staying somewhere and have the same waiter throughout our stay, we leave a tip at the end of our last meal (recommended).

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When you travel in Italy, wear long, loose, comfortable skirts with flowing long-sleeved blouses. Short, tight skirts, shorts, and bare arms are not permitted in the many churches one might visit there.

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First thing's first: Italians love a versatile sneaker that's comfy enough to wear trekking through cliffside Italian towns but also stylish enough to wear with a sundress while strolling through a city center.

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Putting on a pair of shorts to wear on a flight to a hot country might seem like a good idea to most people. But according to an experienced flight attendant, wearing shorts on a plane is dirty and must be avoided at all costs.

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Avoid wearing spaghetti straps, sleeveless tops, crop tops, shorts, or above-the-knee dresses.

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DO dress a little nicer than you would in America. There is no dress code when going to most restaurants but you might receive some funny looks if you show up in sweats. Dressing well is respectful and you'll want to try to blend in with the locals.

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At Italian resorts and islands, don't... 26. Walk around shirtless or in your swimwear in any metropolitan area. This state of dress is strictly restricted to the beach or lido. This is especially true in Sorrento, where you could be fined up to €500 for breaching the dress code.

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