Discover the Amalfi Coast through the story and videos and choose the place you like most for your unforgettable wedding
Amalfi coast is located in the Campania region of Italy, this UNESCO World Heritage site covers 55 kilometers of majestic terrain.
There are 13 towns and villages on the Amalfi Coast: Amalfi, Atrani, Cetara, Conca de' Marini, Furore, Maiori, Minori, Positano, Praiano, Ravello, Scala, Tramonti, and Vietri sul Mare that are all connected via the SS163 highway, considered one of the most scenic drives in the world. Each town offers its own special story...
The town of Amalfi is Italy's oldest maritime republic, once serving as a big commercial and technical hub in the Mediterranean.
Atrani is squeezed between the sea and high cliffs, at the entrance of Dragon Valley on the Amalfi coast. It has been classified as one of the 'most beautiful villages in Italy'. With its medieval centre, its landscape and its beach. At the time of the Republic in Italy it was the favourite residence of the most noble families of Amalfi.
Cetara, an ancient Saracen stronghold, is between Vietri sul Mare and Maiori, extending from the coast to Mount Falerio. Passing through Cetara, you can stop at an ancient Norman tower, which according to legend, was founded by Hercules himself.
Conca de' Marini is a pearl on the Amalfi Coast amongst scented lemon orchards and flamboyant flowers has impeccably preserved the old charm of a fishing village, with white houses tucked into the rock, like precious stones in a sculpted setting.
Furore is between Amalfi and Positano. The village spread out over a vertical stretch of hillside high above the sparkling Mediterranean with its dramatic fiord, where a cluster of old fishermen's houses cling to the side of the rocky gorge.
Maiori, one of the main towns of the Amalfi Coast, has the longest beach on this stretch of coastline. Erchie is a town which is part of Maiori and is a little gem among the coastal towns.
Minori is dubbed "the town of good taste" for its gastronomic delights. Terraced gardens stagger up the rugged hillsides, filled with citrus trees. The lemons are used in the production of limoncello, the area's legendary liqueur. Sunsets are spectacular here! Minori, home to one of the oldest pastas in the world, is a mecca for foodies. Minori is the birthplace of one of the oldest pastas in the world, Ndunderi.
The pastel-colored Positano draws in the rich and famous for its luxurious cliffside resorts and fine Italian dining; Positano served as the choice destination for the rich and famous, including Picasso, Steinbeck and Elizabeth Taylor.
Praiano, located 120 meters above sea level which means the town boasts incredible views of the coastline, is a picturesque and ancient seaside village located halfway between Positano and Amalfit; it's a small corner of paradise suspended between sky and sea.
For hiking enthusiasts, Praiano is one of the starting points for the Sentiero degli Dei, or Path of the Gods, an unmissable experience for anyone who loves beautiful landscapes.
The alpine town of Ravello may not be for the faint of heart, but its ancient villas and stunning ocean views will be etched in your memory for years to come.
Scala is the oldest town of the Amalfi coast, set about 400 meters above sea level and is a town with a thousand-year history (during the height of its economic splendor it had about 130 churches), rich in monument of great artistic and historical value and an interesting natural heritage characterized by large chestnut forests, the State Natural Reserve of Valle delle Ferriere with its lush vegetation, and the terraces cultivated with lemons and "piennolo" tomatoes.
Vietri sul Mare is considered to be the gateway to the Amalfi Coast. It is known for its polychrome ceramics, a tradition since at least the 15th century.
HOW TO GET THERE
The closest airport to the Amalfi Coast is Naples International Airport (NAP). To get from Naples to the Amalfi Coast, we highly recommend arranging a private car transfer. Travelers can also reach the Amalfi Coast by train. From Naples, you can take the Circumvesuviana train to Sorrento, Salerno or Vietri sul Mare, and then take a Sita bus to the nearest Amalfi town.
Atrani is the smallest town in the whole of Southern Italy. It is a fishing village which has conserved its ancient medieval structure, comprised of a cascade of houses interspersed with steep flights of steps, covered passageways, and tiny gardens, all incredibly intact.
See in the video the Church of Santa Maria Maddalena Penitent in its incredibly panoramic position, which dominates the entire eastern side of the town with its Baroque facade.
A perfect location for your magic wedding day in Amalfi Coast.
Amalfi is a beautiful small town on the scenic Amalfi Coast and is the town that gives the name to the area. Amalfi town is a historical, beautiful town well worth a visit in itself.
Medieval in origin, Amalfi saw a time of splendor in the X-XI century, a time when it dominated the trade routes of the Mediterranean.
This success gave it beautiful and important architecture and wonderful landmarks we can still admire.
Amalfi is also a great place for history lovers.
Amalfi was one of the 4 Maritime Republic of Italy, cities with powerful fleets dominating the trade routes of the Mediterranean (others were Venice, Pisa and Genova).
The architecture of the town is very much affected by the presence of the sea and the commercial opportunities and risks that came from maritime domination and this makes the town of Amalfi a wonderful place to deep dive into the history of those times.
Compared to the Amalfi Coast stars like Positano and Amalfi, Cetara is far lesser known by foreign tourists.
Yet this tiny, laid-back fishing village of 2080 people has much to offer the visiting traveler. Cetara has a history going back over 1000 years and some beautifully preserved historic buildings. The village’s tonno rosso (red tuna) industry is world-renowned and Cetara is though to have the best seafood on the Amalfi coast, especially anchovies.
Positano Positano is a stunningly situated town at the western end of the scenic Amalfi Coast. Dating from the middle ages, the original role of Positano as a quiet fishing village struggling to make a living from the sea has been completely transformed by the impact of tourism.
The first thing you will notice as you explore Positano - apart from the great natural beauty - is the steepness. The town has been crowded onto a very steep slope that leads to the sea.
Positano's main street begins at the high road at the top of the town and you can wander down to the beach. At the top of the street is the little yellow church of the Rosary and as you walk downhill from here you will pass and abundance of craft shops and artists galleries.
John Steinbeck wrote of the charms of Positano in 1953 and it became a popular haunt of artists and writers and has been firmly established on the tourist map since the 1970s.
Vietri sul Mare, historically identified with the ancient Marcina, from 1997, has been declared World Heritage Site by Unesco for the richness of its landscapes and its artistic and cultural heritage.
The Pottery of Vietri sul Mare has made the town famous all around the world. They are real masterpieces, result of a centuries-old tradition, continued only in some villages of the Amalfi Coast, and each pottery is a unique piece, there are not doubles.
Still today, the production of the best ceramics of Vietri continues in the several artisan laboratories, preserving a sometimes ultra-centenarian family tradition.