POSITANO TRAVEL GUIDE
We recently took our Honeymoon to Italy and Greece, and I planned an epic two-week itinerary. Over the next couple of weeks, I’ll be sharing travel guides to some of the cities we went to, so stay tuned.
When to Visit
Out of all of the places we visited, Positano took my breath away. Photos do not do it justice; seeing it in person was surreal. We decided to go in May because the flowers are in bloom, the weather is warm, and it’s not quite peak season, so you don’t have to worry about crowds. In June and July, the temperatures spike, and the crowds are in full force.
How to Get There
Positano is a bit of a pain to get to; you cannot fly in or take a train but trust me; it’s totally worth it. We flew into Naples, Italy and then took a taxi to Positano. We paid around 95 euros, and it took 80 minutes to get there. Be prepared for twisty-turny roads that are narrow and are along the edge of a cliff. There were moments when I held on to my husband’s hand because I felt like we were going to go straight over the cliff.
Where to Stay
Positano is built on the side of a mountain, the streets are narrow, and to access a lot of the hotels requires you to climb stairs or steep inclines. We stayed at Hotel Vittoria Positano, and it was not accessible by car, so our driver dropped us off at the corner, and we rolled our luggage down the cobblestone street to our hotel. Our room was charming, and we had a large private balcony that had views of the coast and the mountain. They offered free breakfast with some killer cappuccinos. It also had a private pathway to the beach; that was about a 5-minute walk. Our hotel was very affordable and accessible to the main town, which was only a 15-minute walk. When booking a hotel, I recommend staying mid-mountain, so you are close to the beach, restaurants, and stores.
Where to Eat
SARACENO D’ORO: After a long day of travel, we were starving and stumbled upon this little restaurant. It was the best pizza we’ve ever had. I highly recommend it.
COLLINA BAKERY: Positano is famous for lemons; they are one of the treasures of their coast. They are everywhere from lemon sorbet to their famous limoncello, which is a must-try. This bakery specializes in lemon granitas served in a lemon skin – absolutely delicious!
COLLINA RISTORANTE: They also have a restaurant across the street that had great pizza and wine.
CAFFE POSITANO: If you are looking for an incredible view while you eat, look no further. We dined on a private balcony that had a magnificent view of Positano. It was very romantic, and we ended our meal with shots of limoncello.
What to Do
- Relax on one of their iconic beaches. Positano has a very laid back atmosphere. Soak in some sun and enjoy a glass of wine. You can even rent a lounge chair if you’d like.
- Take a ferry over to Capri. We did not have enough time to do this; it’s on my bucket list. But I heard the tiny island is beautiful.
- Hike the Sentiero Degli Dei (the Path of the Gods), which has incredible views.
- Shop the local boutiques, art galleries, and pottery stores. We bought some beautiful pottery and lemon-flavored souvenirs. The pottery stores can ship back to the United States, so don’t worry about finding room in your suitcase.
What to Wear
Check the weather forecast before your trip; the weather can vary from year to year.
- Comfortable Shoes: You will be walking a lot and taking tons of stairs. I wore sandals during the day and slipped into wedges at night.
- Lightweight Sweater or a Jacket: Since you are on the coast, it can get pretty chilly at night.
- Sundresses: I lived in these while I was on my trip; they are easy to throw on and don’t take up a lot of room in a suitcase.
- Bathing Suits: If you go when the weather is warm, Positano has perfect sunbathing beaches.
If you’ve been to Positano and have any recommendations, let me know in the comments!
