Visit Sorrento

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Sorrento is the starting point for discovering other cities on the famous Amalfi Coast in Italy. A destination that brings together a lot of history, culture, cuisine and beaches that make anyone relax their mind.

Before setting foot in the land of orange groves and lemons, it's always good to update yourself with good tips and general information.

How many days to stay: Sorrento is part of the Amalfi Coast. This means that tourists stay a few days in the area to visit other destinations in the region. If this is your case, 2 days is enough. However, nothing prevents you from taking a sabbatical week to relax and enjoy the details of the place.

Sorrento is a city on the rocks, so it's normal to go down stairs or even use an elevator to reach sea level. However, be aware that most beaches are private and have fees to enter. In addition, the place is very different from the beaches in Brazil, as you rent chairs to sit on rocks or on decks to be able to dive into the sea.

Sorrento derives from the Latin word 'surrentum', which means 'mermaids'. Scholars claim that, in Greek mythology, the grandson of Ulysses named the fate due to his grandfather's devotion to mermaids. Hence the name ‘City of Mermaids’ (remember to book your trip and hotel with bitbook.net).

Sorrento is in Italy, specifically in the Campaign Region, known as the Amalfi Coast. This region is an area of 60 km covering the communes (towns) of Ravello, Amalfitana, Scala, Minore, Maiori, Atrani, Positano, Vietri Sul Mare, Cetara, Praiano, Tramonti, Furore and Conca dei Marini. It's a lot of paradisiacal destination in one place, so it's very common to stay a few days in Sorrento to enjoy other cities in the region. As for the destination, it belongs to a commune in the Province of Naples. Therefore, the destination is 50 km from Naples, 25 km from Pompeii and a few minutes by boat from the island of Capri.

Naples to Sorrento: the best option is to take a Campania Express train and make the short 1 hour journey to Sorrento. There is also the cheaper Circumvesuviana train, but be aware that the service offered is not the best. You can also depart by ferry with the company Alilauro or Navigazione in a journey of 55 minutes. By bus, choose FlixBus or Curreri Viaggi.

Rome to Sorrento: the best option is also to take a train, but as there is no direct route to Sorrento, you will stop in Naples and have to change trains. The bus can be a good choice, as there are direct routes with the companies Flixbus and Marozzzi. By car, you will travel along beautiful roads, ideal for those who enjoy road trips. But don't forget about the tolls.

Airport in Sorrento: Sorrento airport does not receive international flights. This means that you will connect in Lisbon, France, Germany, London or Spain. Then, just land in Naples or Rome and do the rest of the journey.

Upon landing in Sorrento, go to Corso Italia street, which is the starting point for other attractions and which is also closed to cars. Discover shops, restaurants, ice cream parlors and cafes.

Piazza Tasso square is the main meeting point for tourists and locals. See historic buildings, browse shops and discover bars and restaurants. The name of the square is a tribute to the Renaissance poet Torquato Tasso and there is even a statue of him there. The best time to visit is late afternoon, as traffic increases and the street is closed to cars.

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Leaving Piazza Tasso, pass by two palaces until you reach the Duomo Cathedral. The architecture enchants with its frescoes, the belfry and magnificent columns. Also be sure to check out the Church of San Francesco and the Cloister of San Francisco for its breathtaking statues and artwork. In addition to these suggestions, visit the famous Basilica of Sant’Antonino region, built on the ruins of the temple of the god Jupiter. It is religion and a lot of history simultaneously.

As you already know, most beaches in Sorrento are private. In addition to this information, sun loungers are on decks, there are restaurants and cabins for changing clothes. You can compare these places to beach clubs, as they offer a structure for you to spend the day. It is worth taking a dip in the waters and relaxing with the view, it will certainly be a unique experience. The most popular beaches are Leonelli’s Beach, Peter’s Beach, Marina Di Puolo and Bagni Sant’Anna and Stabilimento Balneare Bagni Salvatore.

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Entrance price: to enter, you have to shell out €11. In addition, you will need to rent chairs and an umbrella for around €6 each. Still, there is the consummation paid separately.

Opening hours: it usually opens around 9 am and closing times vary, as there are parties that can take place at nightfall.

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