10 can’t-miss excursions for holiday-goers in Sorrento.
From the heart of a region rich in attractions, the most interesting itineraries for your holiday.
A choice destination and cornerstone of tourism in Campania, Sorrento is a coastal city with an ancient history and a rich heritage of traditions, knowledge, and culture. We’ve already spoken of the 10 things to do in Sorrento in order to fully learn about and appreciate it. Now we propose a series of excursions to places easily reached from Sorrento, which will allow you to discover the region’s most fascinating destinations.
1. Pompeii archaeological park and a tasting. Pompeii is one of the world’s most renowned archaeological sites, made eternal by the ash and lapilli from Vesuvius that have preserved it for centuries, giving us a privileged glimpse of the past. The experience is complete with a visit and tasting in one of the wine cellars present in the territory of Vesuvius, a land always famed for its fertility and its wealth of flavours.
2. Herculaneum and Vesuvius National Park. The ancient city of Herculaneum shared the same fate as the more well-known Pompeii, and has nothing to envy in its famous neighbour. From Herculaneum, you can go on an excursion up to the crater of Vesuvius, to taken in an unforgettable landscape. The 20-minute climb on foot is suitable for all travellers.
3. Capri and Anacapri. The jet set’s favourite island, Capri is a treasure chest of small gems: the Gardens of Augustus in flower; the Blue Grotto; the famed rock formations known as Faraglioni, where couples, passing beneath in rowboats, ensure their eternal love with a kiss; and the collection at Villa San Michele in Anacapri, a small museum perched over the sea, just a stone’s throw from the Monte Solaro chairlift rising to a unique, 360° scenic vista. After a refreshing granita al limone in the Piazzetta, it’s time for shopping at the artisans’ workshops and luxury boutiques.
4. Punta Campanella. An unspoiled marine reserve of beauty without compare; a protected area where you can organize dives and guided tours, all the way to the Crapolla fjord and the Bay of Ieranto.
5. Amalfi and its Paper Museum. The ancient Maritime Republic that gave the Coast its name is a marvellous little city, dominated by its Cathedral, a unique blend of artistic styles from Moorish to neo-Gothic and Baroque. The Paper Museum is an interesting attraction where visitors can witness the production of prized sheets of paper featured for centuries at important European courts.
6. Positano. Colourful, lively, and glamorous, it is the quintessence of tourism on the Amalfi Coast. Restaurants on the beach, shops with unmistakeable Positano fashion, art galleries, staircases: every corner provides an unforgettable view. Just across is Li Galli, the exclusive, dolphin-shaped island that belonged to Rudolf Nureyev.
7. Food & Wine at the foot of Vesuvius. Olive oil, limoncello, jams, the art of cheesemaking, wines, artisanal charcuterie, walnuts, the small yellow tomatoes of Vesuvius and red ones of Piénnolo, and all the excellent products from the territory that the ancients rightly called Campania Felix. In their establishments, Michelin-starred chefs, farmers, and master pizza-makers delight gourmets, fulfilling their every wish.
8. Naples. A multifaceted city, with many different souls, an ancient history, and myriad legends. A city that stimulates all five senses: chaotic and intimate, scenic and disorderly all at the same time – as well as being musical, cultured, and elegant. Naples is the queen of Southern Italy, and its features are sure to remain etched in the hearts of the tourists it welcomes from all over the world.
9. Ischia and Procida. The largest and the smallest of the islands in the Campanian Archipelago, each with a completely different charm, and both worth a visit. Beloved by artists and literati alike, Ischia has always been famed for its thermal waters. Procida has the timeless atmosphere of a small seaside village, and has provided the backdrop for Oscar-winning movies, such as Il Postino – The Postman, a fictional tale about Pablo Neruda.
10. Royal Palace of Caserta. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and Italy’s “little Versailles,” built around 1750 by the Bourbon King Charles of Naples. Particularly captivating are the apartments boasting 1,200 rooms and 1,700 windows, the English Garden, and the majestic park with its fountains. And after visiting the palace, how about some luxury shopping at the famous outlet mall?
Contact Russo Agency to organize your holiday in Sorrento and choose the excursions and tours that will complete your experience.