How can I explore the Amalfi Coast without a car?

Traveling by bus is the most economical way to get around the Amalfi Coast. For just €10 per day, you can travel up and down Amalfi Drive. To travel by bus, you will need some patience. In the summer, lines at the bus stops can be long.



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The area is well connected by public transport. But it's always important to do your research before making the trip so you know what to expect. Luckily, there are plenty of public transportation options for getting around the Amalfi Coast, even if you don't have a car.

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The Amalfi Coast is notoriously hard to navigate due to its cliff-top roads, hairpin curves and perilous drop-offs toward the surging sea. Driving through this hugely popular region can mean dealing with insane traffic, and parking is shockingly expensive – if you can even find it.

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It's not just idyllic views over cliff-hugging towns and the Tyrrhenian Sea that make the Amalfi Coast our most popular destination for walking. It's the fact we're a pioneer of group walking holidays here, with more than 20 years' experience operating this trip.

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The short answer is that you need 2 days on the Amalfi Coast to see its highlights and 3 days or more if you want to add a trip to Capri or Sorrento. The long answer is that you can make the most of a stay in the Amalfi Coast no matter how much time you have, may it be one day or one week!

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If not for getting up to Ravello from one of the seaside towns, walking down to them is quite pleasant and offers spectacular views as you descend towards the sea. You could walk down to Amalfi, let's say, and come back up with the bus.

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Networks of footpaths criss-cross the slopes between villages and offer a whole different holiday experience to the busy resorts below. This is a popular destination for hiking holidays, and even 'regular' holidaymakers can easily incorporate some marvellous short walks into their holiday itinerary.

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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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The most beautiful stretch of the trip is the part that goes from Positano, the pearl of the Coast, to Amalfi, with an inevitable stop in Ravello, at the top of the rocky point jutting out of the sea.

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If you're seeking a glamorous, high-end experience, Capri may be the destination for you. If you're looking for a more relaxed, romantic atmosphere, Positano might be the better option.

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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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When is Low Season? Low season on the Amalfi Coast runs from November to February, when the days are often gray and the temperatures are the chilliest.

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Atrani is a relatively undiscovered spot when it comes to tourist destinations on the Amalfi Coast. You won't find many tourists on vacation in this village, so you'll be able to immerse yourself in positively Italian culture.

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Positano is more peaceful and relaxed, with a more laid-back atmosphere. Sorrento is also generally considered to be a bit more family-friendly, while Positano is more romantic and is a popular spot for honeymooners and couples. In terms of activities, both Sorrento and Positano offer a variety of options for visitors.

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It is quite a challenging walk that takes you from Amalfi to Ravello or allows you to come back to Amalfi after a visit to Ravello. In the first case the walk is entirely uphill and takes you at least 3 hours; in the second case it is all downhill and it takes around 2 hours.

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