What to see, what to do
à Amalfi

Travel guide Amalfi

Amalfi, a jewel on the Amalfi Coast, is famous for its maritime history, breathtaking scenery and typical Mediterranean architecture.

A former maritime republic, Amalfi played a major role in Mediterranean trade in the Middle Ages and boasts many historic monuments from that period.

Accessible via the winding Amalfi Coast road or by ferry from Naples, Salerno or Positano. The town is also well served by local buses.

Accommodation

Amalfi offers a variety of accommodation, from luxury hotels with sea views to family-run guesthouses and rented flats.

Gastronomy

Pasta with seafood, limoncello, sfogliatella, fresh fish

What is there to see? What to do?

La cathédrale d’Amalfi, le Duomo di Sant’Andrea, les anciens chantiers navals, le musée de la Carta

The historic centre, the port, the beaches and the hiking trails in the hills

Boat trips along the coast, hikes in the surrounding hills, exploration of sea caves

Beaches for swimming, ceramics workshops, boat trips

The Regata Storica, the Sfogliatella festival, Holy Week celebrations

Activities

Shopping

Local crafts, ceramics, fashion boutiques, lemon-based products

Nightlife

Relaxed evenings in the bars and restaurants with terraces offering sea views.

Did you know?

Amalfi était une des quatre Républiques maritimes d’Italie, avec Venise, Gênes et Pise.
La technique de fabrication du papier d’Amalfi, encore utilisée aujourd’hui, remonte au 12ème siècle.
La cathédrale d’Amalfi abrite les reliques de Saint André, l’apôtre.
Limoncello, a liqueur made from lemons, is one of the region's star products.
Les anciens chantiers navals d’Amalfi témoignent de l’importance historique de la ville dans la construction navale.

Tips and tricks
Bring comfortable shoes to explore the cobbled streets and staircases.
Essayez le célèbre limoncello d’Amalfi dans un des bars locaux.
Visit the cathedral and its gardens for a cultural and historical experience.

Visit the surrounding villages of the Amalfi Coast, such as Ravello and Positano. Discover lesser-known hiking trails for spectacular views.

Bienvenue, je suis Luigi, un DiamsTrotter de 23 ans avec une passion pour l’aventure et l’audace. Je suis ravi de partager mes expériences et découvertes avec vous sur la magnifique destination d’Amalfi en Italie.

Luigi B.

DiamsTrotter Amalfi