Is it expensive to stay at the Amalfi Coast?

The rumors are true: the Amalfi Coast is costly, but there are ways you can save money if you have a little flexibility. There's both good news and bad news about visiting the Amalfi Coast: It is absolutely just as beautiful as the photos you've seen, and it's also just as expensive.



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Sorrento is the most affordable town of the three, as it's not directly situated on the pricier Amalfi Coast. There are more low-cost accommodation options to choose from, making it a great spot to base yourself, and eating out is also more economical than in Positano or Amalfi town.

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Around five days should be more than enough time to soak in the wonders of the Amalfi Coast, one of Italy's most beautiful destinations, but even if you have a day or three to spare, you'll be able to see just why this region has been captivating visitors since Ancient Roman times.

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The Italy travel season officially begins at Easter and runs through the month of September, but during May and June prices are generally lower than during July and August. There are a couple of important events in spring, including Amalfi's Regatta of the Ancient Maritime Republics (held every four years in the city).

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The Salerno - Costa d'Amalfi Airport, located in the municipality of Pontecagnano Faiano and close to Bellizzi, is an airport in southern Italy, in Salerno city and the west coastal areas of Amalfi to the north and Cilento to the south. It is also commonly known as Salerno-Pontecagnano Airport.



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The best time to visit the Amalfi Coast is in May or September. It's at its most enjoyable during these months — expect beautiful weather and lots of activities, without the summer crowds. Temperatures normally sit around 68°F to 77°F.

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A week in Positano and the Amalfi Coast is the ideal amount of time to take in the highlights along the coastline and also visit a few nearby A-list sights.

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There are important differences between one town and another, however. Positano is the most expensive town, followed by Amalfi. The less famous but equally welcoming towns of Praiano, Maiori, Minori, and Cetara, etc.

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You may hear people refer to Amalfi as Amalfi town to distinguish it from the entire Amalfi Coast. The town of Amalfi is located 16km further east on SS163, though that short distance will take you between 30 minutes to more than an hour depending on the time of day and season.

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If you are traveling on a budget, travel by ferry or by bus. From June through September, avoid driving the Amalfi Coast if possible, since traffic jams are frequent, parking is a nightmare, and rental car traffic is limited by the new alternating license plate system.

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You can take a train from London to Amalfi Coast via Euston station, London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Chambery Challes Les Eaux, Milano Centrale, Napoli Centrale, Napoli P. Garibaldi, and Via Nocera in around 18h 56m.

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Lunch should be an inexpensive pleasure in Italy. If you are paying more than 13-15 euros, you are having a luxury meal, in my opinion. If, however, you are going to authentic trattorias, delis (alimentari), street carts or sandwich shops, you should expect to pay 3-10 euros, depending on what you get.

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Breakfast is not particularly expensive but it depends if you order an Italian breakfast or a continental/American one. Italian breakfast average cost is 5€. Continental/American breakfast average cost is 20€. Luch typically costs 10–15€.

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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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Fast Climate Facts
  • Hottest Month: August, 85 F.
  • Coldest Months: January and February, 38 F.
  • Wettest Month: November, 6.5 inches.
  • Best Months for Swimming: July and August.


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