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Sightseeing in Amalfi - what to see. Complete travel guide

Mediterranean Italy offers all tourists in search of beautiful places to visit Amalfi that is an incredibly charming and gorgeous vacation destination. In recent years, Amalfi has become a true tourist mecca. This paradise on earth attracts cinema stars, famous politicians, and other celebrities. The striking beauty of local nature and a well-developed tourist infrastructure make Amalfi a paradise for vacationers.
Shopping in Amalfi - main shopping streets, outlets and boutiques
The popular seaside town has many interesting shops that can please tourists. You can visit boutiques and designer salons, buy interesting souvenirs, and choose popular local delicacies as … Open
According to the history of Italy in the 9th to 13th centuries, there were four republics in the country at that time, namely, Pisa, Genoa, Venice, and Amalfi. The governments of these republics were taking efforts in establishing strong trading relations with Europe and the East. Amalfi was one of the major cities on these trade routes. It became an independent region by the end of the 9th century. Local people had a unique talent – they could avoid wars and large conflicts and preferred to negotiate all problems with other regions and countries, strengthening their commercial ties.
However, the history of Amalfi had dark periods as well. In 1135, troops from Pisa completely destroyed the fleet of the Italian commercial city. Amalfi couldn’t protect itself from invaders who plundered the city. The once well-developed republic of Amalfi ceased to exist. However, the wheel of fortune brings not only disasters but also prosperity. Thanks to incredible beauty of this region, Amalfi survived and became a popular city again. Nowadays, this is a renowned and well-established tourist center in Italy. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Excursion over cultural sights of Amalfi - 'must visit' points of interest
Spectacular historic attractions have always been an advantage of Amalfi. The town still has many gorgeous medieval buildings. Majestic Cattedrale di Sant’Andrea or simply Amalfi … Open
It is hard to put the beauty of Amalfi into words as it is much better to see this region with own eyes. Bays of miraculous beauty, majestic grottoes, and capes with spectacular views – you will see all these and more once you step onto the enchanting land of Amalfi. Local people are very hospitable and friendly with tourists. The city’s government invests money in the infrastructure of the city so that tourists who visit it are satisfied and wishing to visit the resort once again.
What should tourists see in Amalfi? Since ancient times, residents of Amalfi have been famous because of Bambagina, a special type of paper. This paper is well-known worldwide, but the process of making Bambagina is still a secret. A visit to the museums of paper will let you learn more about it and see old paper manufacture. At a glance, the whole process is quite primitive but, despite this, local paper was famous for its quality. In the museum, visitors can participate in interesting master classes and make paper themselves. There are still masters who professionally handle this job, and they gladly demonstrate their skills to guests of the city.
Your active city break in Amalfi. Attractions, recreation and entertainment - best places to spend your day and night here
Tourists in Amalfi do not need to limit their recreation to sunbathing at the beach or sightseeing. The town and its neighborhoods are famous for gorgeous parks, fruit gardens, and unique … Open
Are you interested in marine achievements of the region? Arsenale della Repubblica is the right place to visit then. This museum exhibits warships of local people that look like they have risen from ashes and ready to sail. The beautiful galleon is one of the most notable exhibits in the museum. This is a two-deck ship with a total of 100 oars. According to historical data, this warship could prevent the invasion of Saracens and defeat them while they were trying to destroy the vessel.
When making yourself familiar with landmarks of Amalfi, it would be a mistake to forget about the Civic Museum of Amalfi. Among numerous precious artifacts, this museum exhibits Tabula Amalphitana, the first codex of maritime laws in the city. This codex has 66 paragraphs that stipulate navigation rules and define rights and obligations of sailors. Archeologists found many interesting artifacts in local bays such as old navigation devices that Amalfian sailors used centuries ago. Nowadays, everyone is welcome to take a look at them.
Shopping in Amalfi - main shopping streets, outlets and boutiques
The popular seaside town has many interesting shops that can please tourists. You can visit boutiques and designer salons, buy interesting souvenirs, and choose popular local delicacies as … Open
The Cathedral (Duomo) is the main religious landmark in Amalfi. The shrine is situated in the central part of the city, on the square with the same name. You will see a spectacular building, the façade of which has stunning mosaic décor in the Byzantine style. Inside, the cathedral looks even more marvelous. Baroque elements add a touch of mystery and hidden elegance.
How can tourists reach this Italian paradise? For this purpose, use local buses that will take you from Sorrento or Rome to Amalfi. Simply buy tickets to the train to Sorrento or Salerno and then a comfortable bus will take you to the paradise city. Depending on the month of your vacation, it may be possible to reach Amalfi by ferry. Ferries from Sorrento, Positano, and Salerno work only in summer, and ferries from Naples work from April until October. In Amalfi, tourists can move around using buses and taxi.
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Amalfi
♥   Castle 'Castello del Parco' Nocera Inferiore, 13.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Castello di Arechi' Salerno, 14 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Castel Terracena' Salerno, 14.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Forte La Carnale' Salerno, 15.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Rocca di San Quirico' Roccapiemonte, 15.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Amalfi
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale del Vesuvio' , 26.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale del Cilento e Vallo di Diano' , 74.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale Abruzzo, Lazio e Molise' , 147.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale del Gargano' , 164.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Sights around Amalfi from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'

Arco Naturale

From the series “Incredible Natural Arches Built by Water and Wind”
Check on the map:   Distance from Amalfi center - 30.7 km.
Guests of the picturesque Italian island can easily and quickly reach the natural sights. The stretch of the coast with the arch is located half an hour’s walk from the Via Matermania road. Near the arch there are many interesting places for walks. Here you can see rare plant species, frightening rocky cliffs and coastal landscapes of fabulous beauty. … Read further

Vesuvius Volcano

From the series “Volcanoes and Traps That Changed the Face of the Planet”
Check on the map:   Distance from Amalfi center - 25.6 km.
One of the most recent devastating eruptions occurred in 1805, when lava flows have destroyed a significant part of Naples. The disaster claimed the lives of 26 000 people. Over the long history, Vesuvius activity have formed the most beautiful mountain landscapes in the immediate vicinity. This outstanding natural attraction was a magnet for visitors back in the 17th century. In the late 19th century, a funicular was built on the slopes of the volcano. The vehicle brought people to the volcano’s vent. However, it was destroyed during the next eruption in 1944. Currently, it’s possible to get to the crater of one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world only using pedestrian path. … Read further
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Sightseeing in regions nearby Amalfi

Sorrento
The central part of the city is the location of Tasso Square, which is decorated with beautiful monuments. One of them is dedicated to the patron of the city, Saint Antonin, and another one is dedicated to famous Italian poet Torquato Tasso. Villa Comunale Park is the best place for walks. This park is also considered the most beautiful one in the city. Here you will find ... Open »
Capri
The most popular beach of the island is Marina Piccola. It’s notable because of white sand, playgrounds and diving schools, summer cafes and restaurants; the choice of entertainment options is truly great. There are many hiking and biking areas on the island. Tourists often participate in biking tours and excursions to remarkable historical and cultural places. Gourmets are ... Open »
Naples
When it comes to entertainments, to the service of the guests of the city are opened numerous restaurants and cafes. If you visit Naples in May, then you should certainly take part in a major culinary competition - the Festival of pizza. Nightlife lovers will certainly find much interesting in Piazza Sannazzaro, San Pasquale di Chiaia and Lungomare Mergellina districts as best ... Open »
Agropoli
The city also has several historic sights, which are definitely worth visiting when entertainment turns to be a bit boring. Among the religious buildings are the Church of St. Peter and Paul built in the 6th century and the Church of St. Mary of Constantinople created in the beginning of the 16th century. Many sights in this town were created at the times of the Byzantine ... Open »
Procida Island
Fans of natural attractions won’t be bored too; they should definitely go to the eastern part of the island, which is almost completely occupied by extensive gardens and vineyards. If the beauty of the island won’t seem enough, you can always head to the nearby island of Vivara connected with Procida with a hinged bridge. The whole territory of the island is a unique nature ... Open »
Isola di Ischia
The most popular cultural center on the island is the Museo archeologico di Pithecusea. It retains an impressive collection of clay and bronze items; some of them are thousands of years old. The central point of the exhibition is the collection of huge clay jars. The most important historical landmark of the island is certainly Castello Aragonese located on top of a rocky ... Open »
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