What to see on the Amalfi Coast? Useful information for sea lovers
Among the many choices to make once you arrive at your destination, that of the beaches is included. In Amalfi, located in the center of the coast, there is the Marina Grande Beach, one of the largest and most beautiful beaches in this corner of paradise, frequented especially by those who like to show off. From here it is possible to reach Sorrento, Capri, Salerno, and Positano, thanks to boats that depart every 30 minutes or so.
The Duoglio beach is more suitable for sports enthusiasts, because to reach it there is a descent and an ascent of about 400 steps. The Atrani beach, instead, is suitable for families and their children, easy to reach and without challenging roads. The Castiglione beach, a short distance from Ravello, is accessible by descending about 200 steps.
Positano is one of the most loved locations on the Coast, not only by families but also by young people who like to have fun. In Positano, there is Marina Grande beach, suitable for everyone, offering all kinds of comforts including discos and restaurants. Additionally, it is possible to reach other nearby beaches either by land or sea, using small boats. The two closest beaches are Fornillo, mostly frequented by young people, and Laurito beach, small but welcoming. The Arienzo beach is famous because here the sun sets later, so it is ideal for late evening aperitifs. The beaches of Vietri sul Mare stand out from others because they are sandy, and these are the only ones easily reachable by car or train. Like Arienzo beach, this one is warmed by the sun until late.
Finally, in Furore (a small village known for the famous fjord), there is a small beach ideal for those who get up late in the morning and go down to the beach at lunchtime, as it is illuminated by the sun only in the afternoon.
What to eat? Ideas to bring beautiful souvenirs
Returning from a vacation on the Amalfi Coast, you might think of buying a little gift for your acquaintances, to also bring them a piece of the wonderful places you had the fortune to visit: the choice is vast, you just need to think about what might be most appreciated. Some say you can never go wrong with good food, so maybe giving a delicious treat to enjoy could be a good idea.
Ideas are not lacking, for example you could buy a good Amalfi limoncello, made with local lemons, with an inimitable flavor, or a bottle of good olive oil. Also not to be underestimated are the anchovy sauce from Cetara and various typical and artisanal jams. If, instead, you prefer sweets, babas and sfogliatelle cannot be missing, or you might opt for some more unusual flavors such as pear and ricotta cake or chocolate and mandarins.
In Positano you can find some of the best local products, and you could then move on to a wine tasting to buy some bottles, perhaps pairing them with typical dairy products, such as smoked provola, ricotta, and fiordilatte mozzarella or even some pasta.
If you are lovers of particular objects, typical of the places you visit, you will surely appreciate the local ceramics, especially those from Vietri sul Mare, with bright colors and stylized designs, which you can find in almost all the shops on the coast, but especially in Vietri sul Mare, their native land.
In Amalfi instead, handmade paper production stands out, with colorful and unique prints. Another idea could be to gift local clothing products, for example linen dresses and shirts, or even custom-made sandals. To bring home products like these you don’t necessarily have to spend a fortune; in the villages of the coast, particularly in Amalfi and Positano, you can find many linen dresses or sandals at low prices, if your budget is higher, you could opt for a swimsuit.
Souvenirs can be easily found along the town’s streets, full of small shops: do not forget to bring some photos or postcards to show the beauty of these wonderful places.
Are you ready to leave for your splendid vacation? We hope this information has been helpful.
