Amalfi Coast: The Don'ts of Visiting the Amalfi Coast

Are you heading to the Amalfi Coast of Italy and not sure what to expect? Well here we go through the do's and don'ts of visiting the Amalfi Coast, so that travelers can get the most out of their adventures to one of the most beautiful tourist spots in all of Italy, and one of the most overcrowded as well. So get ready for help finding the right food, the right sights, and the right fun on the Amalfi Coast.
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[richardg]

My day driving the Amalfi coast was the best experience I've ever had in Europe. Our lunch looking over the sea was spectacular and worth the price. Two tips. Don't rent a manual if you are not comfortable driving such a car. Secondly drive East to West. We drove from Naples and began in Salerno going to Sorrento before returning to our cruise ship. You hug the wall not the sea. Unforgetable.

[renzstudios]

My don’t for the Amalfi coast is have to go to the hospital. I had a very severe allergic reaction while there and it was difficult getting to the nearest hospital due to the small winding coastal road and heavy traffic. But then again, it’s a beautiful place to have to visit the hospital and the doctors are great!

[missj]

Love the energy of the video, straight forward and full of great information! This makes where I want to go in Italy harder

[caseh]

I was in Amalfi a couple of months back, and my goodness, rarely do I want to return to a destination, because I always want to experience something new, but the Amalfi Coast is somewhere I would 100% return to.

My girlfriend and I spent 3 days in Naples, and 2 down by the coast, and we were disappointed by how filthy and dangerous Naples felt, amd how rude the locals were. But when we got down to the Amalfi Coast, we were starstruck. We stayed in Maiori, just 2 towns away, and it was much cheaper, much quieter, and just as beautiful as the actual Amalfi Coast. We spent a day down in Amalfi-Amalfi, and it is exactly what we expected our Naples trip to be.

I cannot wait to return, but in the future, I think we will skip the city of Naples, and just get the train straight down to the coast.

[ronweasley]

Don’t stay in any of the small touristy towns like Positano or Amalfi, unless you’re on a honeymoon and willing to feel ripped off. Otherwise stay in Naples, Sorrento, or Salerno, and just bus or boat in for the day. They’re much more affordable, there are actual Italians that live there, unlike the small touristy towns on the Amalfi Coast. You’ll pay easily 15€ for a pizza in Positano when it’ll be 3€ in Naples and much better.

[terrifromm]

We visited Amalfi and Sorrento in 1993. We visited the Blue Grotto and loved Amalfi. Would return in a heartbeat.

[DaleBenford]

Ignore the "dont drive" i hired a Fiat 500 last week for 4 days. The driving was UNBELIEVABLE the sights were breathtaking. We found parking simple as well so overall i highly recommend you drive. We stayed in Sorrento, the drive to Amalfi was around 1 hour 45 mins. Public transport is to be avoided!! personally because the buses were over crowded & people push to get on the buses.

[ronweasley]

I actually found most people in Positano to really appreciate me speaking Italian to them. We usually did end up speaking English but most would be shocked I’d be even trying, since there are just so many tourists that don’t try any Italian ever. Then we went to Naples and was much harder, but much better practice.

[kevvv]

I was just there! Feels like a dream. I stayed near Amalfi and yes I drove. It’s not that bad, if you’re well experienced & doesn’t panic. Enjoying the sun/beach during the day & then going into town late in the afternoon to walk around & for dinner when all the tourists got shipped back was the best part!

[swissfoodie]

Thanks for the great video Walter. My tipps for the Amalfi Coast:
If you book way ahead, I would definitely stay in Amalfi, and not only visit on a day trip. Before and after the many day visitors arrive and leave, its much more peaceful and relaxed. Yes, some restaurants are very touristy, but not all of them, and I had one of the best meals of many trips to Italy, in a simple Trattoria in Amalfi. Fresh saisonal products cooked by "mama", at very reasonable prices.

Dont self-drive. Use the boat as much as possible. From the boat, you get great views of the coast, and its such a nice way to travel (and you can avoid the "puke buses" ;-)).

Compare prices before shopping or going into a restaurant. Some prices are ridiculous, some are very reasonable and good value for money.

Definitely visit Pompeij. I would do a day trip from Napoli or Sorrento. Also, in addition to stay on the Amalfi coast for 2-3 nights, I would also stay in Sorrento for 2 nights, and in Napoli for 3-4 nights. Napoli is chaotic, but its great fun, has plenty of attractions and fantastic food.

Try to go in May or September, when its a little less busy, and not as hot.If you just want a beach holiday, there are better destinations than the Amalfi coast.

[aurelian]

Great video and tips. First time visiting the Amalfi Coast we stayed in Salerno. We were there for my cousin's wedding. Another cousin drove us down to the Amafi Coast, what a thrilling and scary drive, but what beautiful views. I have every respect for the bus drivers that have to drive that tight and winding road. One of the most beautiful places on Earth. Keep up the good work.

[bevj]

I’ve been to Maiori on the Amalfi coast a few times. We used the travelmar boat service to get between the towns, much nicer than being sat on a stuffy bus! The views of the coastline from the boat are amazing too.

[cal]

Having driven the Amalfi Coast twice twenty years apart your comments are 100% spot on.

[MaureenBell-px]

My 71 year-old husband had no problem driving the Amalfi coast. We enjoyed it so much we did it 3 times. Easy peasy!

[duenasj]

Man... The next best thing to traveling abroad is watching your videos and day-dreaming about that next trip! Thank you!

[annedon]

Yea it’s expensive but for me it’s heaven on earth. Great restaurants and amazing people watching. Beach clubs are the way to go and even try the town next door called Praiano. Less crowded and just as beautiful!

[danny]

Awesome place, was just there. Ravello is one of the most beautiful places in the world. Highly recommend checking out Villa Cimbrone’s Gardens. Absolutely breath taking!

[robclasen]

I just spent four days in Amalfi and it was stunningly beautiful. We had an Air B&B located on a cliff with mountains behind us and the ocean in front of us. I rode a Vespa from Amalfi to Salerno and back and to Positano. The driving is crazy, so be patient.

[davidtrebich]

Don’t forget Capri. It is magical!!
And Pompeii is a must!!

[lizzol]

The bus, driving, and good tips are spot on!