Things to Do in Amalfi
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Things to Do in Amalfi

50 curated spots from Amalfi itineraries

Activities & Attractions

30 curated experiences

Path of the Gods Hike
Do
morning

Path of the Gods Hike

Guided 3-4 hour moderate trek (7km, 250m descent) with sea cliffs, wildflowers, and lunch[2][5].

4h · $60/person
Museo della Carta (Paper Museum)
Do
afternoon

Museo della Carta (Paper Museum)

Head up the valley road on foot or by local bus/taxi to the old paper mill museum to see traditional paper-making machines and demonstrations.

1h 30m · $8-12
Paper Museum (Museo della Carta)
Do
morning

Paper Museum (Museo della Carta)

Visit the historic paper mill museum to learn about Amalfi’s traditional hand-made paper and see old machinery in action.

1h 15m · $7-12 per person
Villa Rufolo
Do
afternoon

Villa Rufolo

Historic villa and gardens in Ravello with terraces overlooking the coast and paths through flower-filled grounds.

1h 30m · $10-15
Amalfi Cathedral (Duomo di Amalfi)
Do
morning

Amalfi Cathedral (Duomo di Amalfi)

Climb the grand staircase to explore the ornate cathedral, cloister, and crypt; step back outside for iconic façade photos from the piazza and the steps.

1h · $5-10
Amalfi Paper Museum
Do
afternoon

Amalfi Paper Museum

See traditional papermaking demonstrated in a historic mill and learn how paper shaped Amalfi’s economy.

1h 15m · €4-6
Duomo di Sant'Andrea
Do
morning

Duomo di Sant'Andrea

Visit the cathedral’s grand staircase, striped façade, and interior tied to Amalfi’s maritime and religious history.

1h 30m · Free or small entry fee
Duomo di Sant’Andrea & Cloister of Paradise
Do
morning

Duomo di Sant’Andrea & Cloister of Paradise

Climb the grand staircase, explore the striped facade, and visit the peaceful cloister and crypt behind the main church.

1h · $5-10
Museo della Carta
Do
afternoon

Museo della Carta

Small paper museum in an old mill where you can learn about Amalfi’s papermaking and try making a sheet by hand.

1h · $8-12
Praiano Coastal Path
Do
morning

Praiano Coastal Path

Easy 1-hour walk to fjord beach; photography and nature (20-min bus from Amalfi).

1h 30m · Free
Villa Cimbrone Terrace
Do
morning

Villa Cimbrone Terrace

Infinity Terrace views, sculpture garden; early for solitude.

1h 15m · $10
Villa Rufolo Gardens
Do
afternoon

Villa Rufolo Gardens

Explore medieval gardens, Arab-Norman cloisters, panoramic belvederes.

1h 30m · $10
Amalfi Cathedral & Old Town
Do
afternoon

Amalfi Cathedral & Old Town

Climb St. Andrew Cathedral stairs, explore paper museum nearby.

1h 45m · $5
Amalfi Cathedral & Square
Do
morning

Amalfi Cathedral & Square

Explore Arab-Norman cathedral; indoor photo ops if overcast, vibrant square people-watching.

1h 15m · $3
Amalfi Cathedral & Steps
Do
morning

Amalfi Cathedral & Steps

Climb Duomo steps for town panoramas; great photo spot.

1h 30m · $4
Amalfi Coast Boat Excursion from Amalfi Harbor
Do
afternoon

Amalfi Coast Boat Excursion from Amalfi Harbor

Join a small-group coastal boat ride from the main harbor to see sea caves, sheer cliffs, and nearby villages from the water.

2h 30m · $45-70
Amalfi Cooking Class
Do
morning

Amalfi Cooking Class

Private halal session: pasta, limoncello; hands-on local food.

3h · $60 pp
Amalfi Evening Aperitivo & Nightlife at Piazza Duomo
Do
evening

Amalfi Evening Aperitivo & Nightlife at Piazza Duomo

After dinner, enjoy aperitivo or cocktails at a café-bar on or just off the main square; watch the cathedral light up and people drift through the piazza.

1h 30m · $12-25 per person
Amalfi Historic Lanes & Shopping
Do
afternoon

Amalfi Historic Lanes & Shopping

Wander the narrow streets for ceramics, linen clothing, handmade sandals, and artisanal limoncello; look for quieter side alleys for photos.

2h · Free to browse (shopping extra)
Amalfi Lemon Experience (Farm Tour & Tasting)
Do
late_morning

Amalfi Lemon Experience (Farm Tour & Tasting)

Guided walk through terraced lemon groves with explanations, tastings, and limoncello; expect some stairs and sloped paths.

2h 30m · $35-50
Amalfi Lemon Experience & Tasting
Do
morning

Amalfi Lemon Experience & Tasting

Join a guided visit through terraced lemon groves above Amalfi, learning how the famous sfusato amalfitano lemons are cultivated, followed by tastings of lemon products (often including limoncello).

2h · $35-55 per person
Amalfi Lemon Groves Viewpoints (Via delle Cartiere)
Do
afternoon

Amalfi Lemon Groves Viewpoints (Via delle Cartiere)

Stroll a short stretch of Via delle Cartiere above town to photograph terraced lemon groves and valley views.

1h · Free
Amalfi Marina & Waterfront
Do
morning

Amalfi Marina & Waterfront

Walk the harbor edge for boat views, morning light, and easy photography without leaving town.

1h · Free
Amalfi Market Browse
Do
morning

Amalfi Market Browse

Browse seasonal produce, lemons, olive oil, and small souvenirs; look for everyday local life rather than just tourist gifts.

1h 15m · Free to browse
Amalfi Old Town Stroll & Duomo di Amalfi
Do
morning

Amalfi Old Town Stroll & Duomo di Amalfi

Explore the main piazza, climb the staircase to the Duomo façade, visit the cloister, and wander the narrow alleys lined with shops.

2h · $5-10 (Duomo entry) or Free for outside
Amalfi Shopping Streets
Do
morning

Amalfi Shopping Streets

Browse ceramics, linen, limoncello, paper products, and leather goods in the central lanes.

1h 30m · Free to browse; purchases extra
Amalfi Souvenir Shopping
Do
afternoon

Amalfi Souvenir Shopping

Paper, ceramics markets near piazza; final buys.

1h · $30-50
Amalfi to Grotta dello Smeraldo Boat Tour
Do
morning

Amalfi to Grotta dello Smeraldo Boat Tour

Short coastal boat trip from Amalfi to the Emerald Grotto, including time inside the cave to see the green-lit water.

2h · $25-40
Amalfi Waterfront Nightlife
Do
evening

Amalfi Waterfront Nightlife

Harbor stroll, live music cafes; low-key bars, 20-min from Ravello.

1h 30m · $20
Amalfi Waterfront Promenade & Marina
Do
afternoon

Amalfi Waterfront Promenade & Marina

Walk the flat promenade past the marina, look back at Amalfi’s pastel houses, and watch ferries and small boats come and go.

1h 30m · Free

Restaurants & Food

20 local favorites

Pasticceria Andrea Pansa
Eat
morning

Pasticceria Andrea Pansa

Historic pastry shop on Piazza Duomo; try the sfogliatella, delizia al limone, and cappuccino for a sweet breakfast.

30m · $8-15 per person
Pasticceria Pansa
Eat
morning

Pasticceria Pansa

Gluten-free amaretti cookies, fruit platters; historic spot accommodates well.

50m · $12-20 per person
Ristorante Marina Grande
Eat
evening

Ristorante Marina Grande

Elegant beachfront restaurant with white tablecloths and creative takes on local seafood and pasta; reserve a seaside table for sunset.

2h · $60-110 per person
Pizzeria Donna Stella
Eat
afternoon

Pizzeria Donna Stella

Charming pizzeria under lemon trellises—share a classic margherita and a seasonal salad with buffalo mozzarella.

1h 15m · $18-30 per person
Taverna Buonvicino
Eat
evening

Taverna Buonvicino

Hidden just above the main piazza in a quiet stone courtyard, this refined taverna serves elegant takes on local dishes—try the fresh seafood pasta and a lemon-tinged dessert.

1h 30m · $45-70 per person
Lido Azzurro
Eat
afternoon

Lido Azzurro

Seaside trattoria right by the harbor offering ultra-fresh seafood, grilled catch of the day, and crisp local white wines.

1h 30m · $40-75 per person
Taverna degli Apostoli
Eat
afternoon

Taverna degli Apostoli

Refined trattoria tucked just off the cathedral steps—try the scialatielli ai frutti di mare and a glass of local Fiano.

1h 15m · $30-50 per person
Bar Francese
Eat
morning

Bar Francese

Sit on the waterfront terrace with espresso, juice, and a light pastry as boats come and go from the harbor.

45m · $10-20 per person
Bar La Risacca
Eat
morning

Bar La Risacca

Simple coffee and pastry stop before heading to the market.

30m · $8-15 per person
Bar Nettuno
Eat
early_afternoon

Bar Nettuno

Simple bar-café on Atrani’s tiny piazza; order a panino, salad, or a quick espresso while watching local life in the quiet square.

45m · $12-20 per person
Da Adolfo
Eat
afternoon

Da Adolfo

Beach shack with halal fish soups and salads; nut-free, boat-access only for privacy.

1h · $25-35 per person
Da Gemma
Eat
afternoon

Da Gemma

Order seafood pasta or scialatielli, Amalfi’s signature wide noodle, with a glass of local white wine.

1h 30m · $40-70 per person
Il Pirata
Eat
evening

Il Pirata

Hidden cove: halal squid ink pasta; nut-free, sunset views.

1h 30m · $35-50 per person
La Tagliata
Eat
afternoon

La Tagliata

Gluten-free family-style veggies, mozzarella, and grilled meats; farm-fresh confirmed GF.

1h 15m · $25-40 per person
Pasticceria Savoia
Eat
morning

Pasticceria Savoia

Grab coffee, pastries, or a simple sandwich to eat inside or take away before your coastal walk.

45m · $6-10 per person
Ristorante Eolo
Eat
evening

Ristorante Eolo

Book a final celebratory dinner with refined seafood and a polished atmosphere.

2h · $80-140 per person
Ristorante L’Abside
Eat
evening

Ristorante L’Abside

Intimate restaurant on a small square just off the main drag, serving refined seafood, pasta, and a good selection of local wines al fresco.

2h · $45-80 per person
Ristorante Masaniello
Eat
evening

Ristorante Masaniello

Enjoy a sea-focused dinner and use the evening for a gentle waterfront walk afterward.

1h 40m · $45-85 per person
Ristorante Pizzeria Vittoria
Eat
afternoon

Ristorante Pizzeria Vittoria

Choose a terrace lunch with pasta, caprese salad, or a light fish dish.

1h 15m · $25-40 per person
Ristorante Vittoria
Eat
afternoon

Ristorante Vittoria

Traditional restaurant near Villa Rufolo with a shaded terrace serving classic local dishes and regional wines.

1h 30m · $35-60 per person

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