Holidays in Amalfi, Italy

Stretching 50 kilometres from Sorrento all the way to Salerno, the Amalfi Coast is one of Italy’s most popular holiday destinations, thanks to its idyllic landscape, warm climate and beautiful beaches. The coastline’s winding cliff-top roads wiggle their way through picture perfect villages, all while providing constant views of the glistening Mediterranean below. The Amalfi Coast’s glorious terrain combined with the area’s rich cultural heritage make it one of the most romantic and luxurious parts of Italy.

Towns on the Amalfi Coast include the cliffside gardens of Ravello, which are steeped in history have inspired many pieces of art and classic works of literature. The town of Amalfi itself is draped down the side of a picturesque cliffside and is home to a spectacular medieval cathedral in the Piazza del Duomo.

Its coastal location means that the Amalfi Coast also boasts some of the finest seafood in the Mediterranean, with common ingredients in the area ranging from shrimps and anchovies to octopus and sea urchin. You can also be sure that most meals will end with a glass of the area’s most famous tipple – limoncello.