Italy · Europe
Amalfi Coast
Lemon groves, cliffside villages and long lunches by the sea.
- Best time
- May–Jun, Sep–Oct
- Flight time
- 2.5h from London · 9h from New York (to Naples)
- Language
- Italian
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Time zone
- Europe/Rome
About Amalfi Coast
Why we love Amalfi Coast
Pastel villages tumble down cliffs into a glittering sea along Italy's Amalfi Coast, one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in the world. Positano, Amalfi and Ravello each have their own character, linked by a dramatic cliff road and a fleet of wooden boats.
We pair the coast with a private boat day to Capri, a cooking class in a lemon grove, a sunset concert in Ravello and hotels where every room looks out over the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Highlights not to miss
- 01
A private boat to Capri
Swim in hidden grottos and lunch at a beach club only reachable by sea.
- 02
The Path of the Gods
A spectacular clifftop hike with views over Positano and the Li Galli islands.
- 03
Cooking in a lemon grove
Make fresh pasta and limoncello with a family who have farmed here for generations.
- 04
Sunset in Ravello
Aperitivo in the gardens of Villa Cimbrone, high above the sea.
When to go
The best time to visit Amalfi Coast
Our travel designers recommend May–Jun, Sep–Oct for Amalfi Coast. Temperatures are average daytime highs; rainfall is the monthly average.
| Month | Average high (°C) | Rainfall (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 13 | 95 |
| Feb | 13 | 90 |
| Mar | 15 | 75 |
| Apr | 18 | 70 |
| May | 22 | 50 |
| Jun | 26 | 30 |
| Jul | 29 | 20 |
| Aug | 29 | 30 |
| Sep | 26 | 80 |
| Oct | 22 | 120 |
| Nov | 17 | 150 |
| Dec | 14 | 120 |
Journeys
Journeys to Amalfi Coast
FAQ
Amalfi Coast, answered
May, June, September and early October offer warm sea temperatures with fewer crowds than July and August. Many hotels close from November to March.