Positano Travel Guide
Plan your Positano visit: where to stay, how to get around, best times, and can’t‑miss highlights.
This overview links to deeper guides on transport, beaches, hikes, day trips, and budgeting.
When to visit
Shoulder months (April–May, late September–October) balance weather and prices.
Summer brings ferries and long days but also heat and queues — start early.
Getting around
Walk, SITA buses, and seasonal ferries cover most routes; stairs are common.
Use our public transport guide for tickets, timing, and crowd‑dodging tips.
Things to do
Spiaggia Grande and Fornillo beaches; sunset viewpoints above Via Pasitea.
Path of the Gods (Nocelle or Bomerano segments); Amalfi + Ravello day trips.
Capri day trip (first ferry out), or stay local for cliffside cafés and viewpoints.
Where to stay
Stay near ‘Chiesa Nuova’ or ‘Sponda’ bus stops to minimise stairs with luggage.
On a budget? Consider Sorrento/Meta bases and ferry/bus in for day visits.
FAQs
Do I need a car?
No — buses and ferries cover the coast; parking is limited and costly.
How many days?
2–3 days for a taste; 4–5 to add a hike and a day trip.
