Where can I swim in Positano for free?

In the middle of the beach, in the “spiaggia libera” – the free beach of Positano, where you can just throw down your beach towel without paying rental fees – there is a small jetty from which boat excursions and rented boats depart to and from Capri and small coves nearby; while at the far west end is the actual dock ...



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Positano Beach and Arienzo Beach! Popular with jetsetters behind sunglasses and fascinating for its dark sand and pebbles. With colorful houses of Positano in the backdrop, it's a nice place for a picturesque swim or for sunbathing but it can get quite busy during the summer months.

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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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Well-equipped beaches or hidden coves, all of them characterized by crystal-clear water, pebbles, and volcanic dark gray sand. Let's discover the beaches of Positano!

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Le Sirenuse - Hotel in Positano - Amalfi Coast, Italy.

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Marina Grande Amalfi's largest beach, situated directly opposite the town's picturesque historic center, is also its most popular. Marina Grande has a number of glamorous bathing establishments as well as a small section of 'free' beach.

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Carry cash on you at all times as some businesses don't accept credit cards, especially in the small towns along the Amalfi Coast. You can get by with just a credit card but be sure to carry euros for small purchases like water.

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The views are breathtaking Whether you're gazing across the pastel-fronted town from a hilltop terrace or lazing on the lounger-dotted beach, Positano has some of the most recognisable and stunning views on the Amalfi Coast.

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One of the lesser-known beaches of Positano is Laurito. Many take the shuttle boat to have lunch in the famous restaurant of Da Adolfo, but fewer people know that you can easily reach the beach from the mainland, as long as you're not afraid of some steps.

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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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Positano is generally considered to be a safe place to visit at night. The streets are well-lit and the locals are friendly and welcoming. However, as with any destination, it is important to take the usual safety precautions such as avoiding dark alleys and being aware of your surroundings.

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While it's safe to drink the tap water, in restaurants you will always be offered bottled water, flat or bubbly. If you ask for tap water, chances are you will be given it, but it's generally considered a request only made by uninformed and/or cheapskate tourists.

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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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