While Ravello is small enough to walk through in an hour, to truly appreciate its "City of Music" atmosphere in 2026, you should plan for at least 6 to 8 hours (a full day trip) or one overnight stay. Ravello is perched 365 meters above the Amalfi Coast, and its primary attractions—Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone—require about 90 minutes each to explore their sprawling, world-famous gardens and "Infinity Terrace" views. If you are visiting during the Ravello Festival (summer 2026), you will want to stay into the evening for an outdoor orchestral concert. For a more relaxed experience, staying overnight at a hotel like the Belmond Caruso or Palazzo Avino allows you to enjoy the town after the day-trippers from Amalfi and Positano depart, leaving the medieval squares quiet and serene. A two-day stay is perfect if you wish to hike the "Path of the Lemons" down to the neighboring town of Minori or take a local cooking class, but for the average tourist, one dedicated day is sufficient to capture the town's essence.