Ravello, Italy

Ravello

Cliffside gardens high above the Amalfi Coast.

  • Apr–Oct
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Ravello

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit Villa Rufolo and its terrace gardens above the sea.
  2. AfternoonWalk to Villa Cimbrone for the Terrace of Infinity viewpoint.
  3. EveningGo to an open-air concert of the Ravello Festival in summer.

Day 2

Walk down the ancient steps to Amalfi or Atrani.

What to eat

Delizia al limone, a lemon cream sponge cake.

Local tips

Make the most of Ravello

Beat the crowds

Ravello sits above the coast and is calmer than Amalfi or Positano, especially in the morning and evening.

Best photo spot

The Terrace of Infinity, a garden terrace at the far end of the village high above the sea, is one of the most beautiful views in Italy.

Getting there

Buses climb up from Amalfi in about 25 minutes. Driving the narrow road is possible but parking is limited.

Don't miss nearby

Walk down the old stairs to Amalfi or Atrani, about an hour, through lemon gardens.

Good to know

In summer Ravello hosts a music festival with concerts on a stage above the sea.

Secret spots

1 secret spot near Ravello

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Plan your visit

Getting to Ravello

Getting there

  • Salerno Airport (QSR)25 km away
  • Naples Airport (NAP)40 km away
  • Naples35 km away
  • Bari195 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeApr–Oct
TypePopular town
Good forOld towns & architecture, Coast
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountryItaly

Questions

Ravello: good to know

Is Ravello worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like historic old towns and the coast. Cliffside gardens high above the Amalfi Coast.

How many days do you need in Ravello?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Ravello?

The best time to visit is Apr to Oct. Ravello sits above the coast and is calmer than Amalfi or Positano, especially in the morning and evening.

How do you get to Ravello?

The nearest airport is Salerno Airport (QSR), about 25 km away. Buses climb up from Amalfi in about 25 minutes. Driving the narrow road is possible but parking is limited.

What is there to see near Ravello?

Nearby hidden places include Positano (11 km), Capri (35 km) and Naples (37 km).

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