Is the town of Amalfi walkable?

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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Sita buses go to all the towns of Amalfi via two routes: Sorrento – Positano – Amalfi and Amalfi – Salerno. There is no route that goes along the entire coast, so if you want to travel further you will have to change buses. Amalfi coast bus timetables vary greatly by day of week, time of day and destination.

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It is brutal walking. Train Pompei to Salerno (a very nice real Italian town- not a resort town at all). From Salerno take the bus or ferry -if running- to Amalfi (town). Positano will take a lot longer to get to especially if by bus.

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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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Luckily, there are plenty of public transportation options for getting around the Amalfi Coast, even if you don't have a car. Yes, you can explore the Amalfi Coast without a car. This guide will take you through your public transport options for getting to the coast and traveling around once you're there.

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Positano is a very walkable city; however, you need to navigate stairs and steep hills to get around. The city is small enough that you can explore it on foot, but you'll need to walk through narrow streets and winding staircases to reach the center of town and the beach.

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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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If you need to go to towns further along the coast, then a taxi will be your best bet. A taxi will cost around €40 to get you from Sorrento to Positano. If you're going further down the coast, then add around €10 to €15 per city. The total trip to Sorrento by train will take around 2.5 hours.

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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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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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Take a stroll down Amalfi's main shopping street Ruga Nova Mercatorum (Via dei Mercanti) is one of Amalfi's busiest shopping streets, which stretches from the waterfront to the iconic Cathedral of Saint Andrew. The walkway has plenty of historical buildings, as well as quaint cafés and shops selling souvenirs.

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The Amalfi Coast is 100% worth visiting! This is true whether you slowly explore the length of the coast over the span of a week or longer, or make a quick long-weekend trip after or before exploring Naples.

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Starting from Ravello, or Scala, the town just below, and you can hike to Amalfi, hike to Minori or hike to Maiori, all reachable in under an hour, although you will probably want to allow 90 minutes to get as far as Maiori.

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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 Positano is one of the most beautiful towns on the Amalfi Coast. Overlooking the sea and the wide black sand beach are colorful buildings that cling to the steep cliffs.

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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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With a bit of planning and some insider tips, however, you can fit in a visit to Positano and Amalfi in a single day if you have limited time on the coast, taking in the top sights in just hours between sightseeing and downtime.

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You can book private transfers directly on the Positano Toursim Board website. You can also reach the Amalfi coast without a car. Sita buses go to all the towns of Amalfi via two routes: Sorrento – Positano – Amalfi and Amalfi – Salerno.

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It turns out that Positano is just as pretty up close as it is from the water. Be prepared for steep walkways and stairs, but your walk in Positano will be well rewarded with quieter corners of the beautiful town.

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Sorrento is the most popular choice for travellers who are visiting this stretch of coast. The advantage of using Sorrento as your base during your holiday is its excellent connections with Capri, Positano, Amalfi, and Pompeii, in addition to its beautiful views and festive atmosphere.

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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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