Holidays in the Neapolitan Riviera

Things to see and do

The region's steeped in history with lots to see and do. Explore cobbled streets, beautiful churches and shady lemon groves above the Bay of Naples.

• Naples: The region's capital is normally skipped by most visitors but we’d recommend spending at least a day here. It rivals Rome with its wealth of historic monuments and archaeological sites and has lively piazzas filled with restaurants serving some of the region’s best food.
• Pompeii & Herculaneum: These Roman towns were destroyed by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, burying them in the heavy volcanic ash that helped preserve them for centuries. Take a guided tour and learn all about these once-thriving towns.
• Paestum: Once one of Italy’s biggest ancient Greek cities, Paestum is now an archaeological site with well-preserved Greek temples.
• Explore the Coast: The towns along the Amalfi Coast are best explored by boat. Visit beautiful towns like Positano, or sail across to the stunning isle of Capri.
• Amalfi Drive: The hairpin roads of the Neapolitan Riviera have some of the most spectacular views. It’s considered one of the most beautiful drives in the world and leads from Sorrento down to Salerno. We recommend taking an excursion so all you have to do is enjoy the scenery from a comfortable seat.
• The Ravello Concerts: Held each year (April – November) in the exquisite grounds of the Villa Rufolo, this celebration of music is not one to miss. Headed by the Ravello Concert Society and inspired by Wagner, it involves hundreds of world-class musicians performing over eighty concerts.

Food & drink

This is the home of pizza so make sure you try one in Naples. Head down the coast and you’ll notice all the lemon groves. They’re used to produce delicious limoncello – a favourite after dinner digestivo in these parts. We love the fresh seafood and locally grown vegetables on the Amalfi Coast. Make sure you try some buffalo mozzarella from neighbouring Cilento too.

Activities

The Neapolitan Riviera is a walker’s paradise. There are routes to suit all abilities, but bear in mind lots of them involve steep hills and lots of steps. It’s worth it for the incredible views! Zig zag through the hills and lemon groves of the Amalfi Coast following the Path of the Gods to Positano. Walking in this region gets you away from the crowds and gives you the opportunity to discover some lesser known villages and hidden gems off the main tourist trail.