"One of the 50 places you must visit in your lifetime! Amalfi Coast: 3-5 days' nanny-level itinerary

🌍 Amalfi Coast Overview 📍 Location: Campania region, Southern Italy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site 🌟 Highlights: Cliffside towns, lemon groves, blue sea and sky, medieval architecture ⏳ Suggested duration: 3-5 days (can be combined with nearby Pompeii and Capri) 🚗 Transportation Guide How to get there ✈️ Nearest airport: Naples International Airport (NAP) Airport → Amalfi: 🚌 Bus: Airport → Naples Central Station → transfer to SITA bus (approx. 2 hours, €10) 🚕 Private car/taxi: approx. 1.5 hours, €120-150 ⛴️ Summer ferry (April-October): From Naples port to Amalfi (approx. 1.5 hours, €20-30) 🚆 Train: Naples → Sorrento (Circumvesuviana line), then transfer to SITA bus or ferry. Local transportation 🚌 SITA bus: Runs along the coastline, connecting towns such as Amalfi, Positano, and Ravello (single trip €2-5). ⛴️ Ferry: The best choice in summer, with stunning scenery (companies: Alilauro, Travelmar). 🚗 Self-drive: Suitable for experienced drivers, narrow mountain roads and difficult parking (daily rental €50-100). 🌟 Must-see attractions and activities 🏰 Amalfi Town (Amalfi) Amalfi Cathedral (Duomo di Amalfi) ⏰ 9:00-19:00 | 💶 €3 (church is free, museum and cloister are charged) 📌 Recommended: Arab-Norman style architecture, climb to the top for a panoramic view of the town. Paper Museum (Museo della Carta) ⏰ 10:00-18:30 | 💶 €4 📌 Learn about medieval papermaking and make paper by hand. Emerald Grotto (Grotta dello Smeraldo) ⏰ 9:00-19:00 | 💶 €6 (including a small boat tour) 📌 Sunlight refracts through the seawater to create an emerald green glow. Take a boat trip inside to explore. 🌺 Surrounding towns Positano 📸 Check-in spots: Church of Santa Maria Assunta, Spiaggia Grande beach 🛍️ Shopping: Handmade sandals, ceramic crafts. Ravello 🌿 Villa Rufolo: Concert venue, overlooking the coastline. 🌿 Villa Cimbrone: The famous "Infinity Terrace" viewing platform. Praiano 🌅 Best sunset viewing spot, less crowded and peaceful. 🚶♂️ Hiking routes Path of the Gods (Sentiero degli Dei): Positano → Agerola (approx. 5 km, 2 hours), breathtaking views from the cliff path. 🍋 Food recommendations Must-try specialties 🍋 Lemon dishes: Limoncello, Delizia al Limone (lemon cake) 🍝 Seafood pasta: Fresh local seafood with handmade pasta 🧀 Mozzarella di Bufala (buffalo mozzarella): Served with tomatoes and basil Recommended restaurants Ristorante Marina Grande (Amalfi): Cliffside restaurant with sea views, signature lobster pasta. La Sponda (Positano): Michelin-starred, romantic candlelit dinner. Da Adolfo (Positano beach): A hidden seafood restaurant accessible by boat. 🏨 Accommodation suggestions Luxury choice: Hotel Santa Caterina (Amalfi) — Cliffside infinity pool, sea view suites (€500+/night). Mid-range recommendation: Hotel Villa Rosa (Positano) — Garden terrace + Mediterranean style (€200-300/night). Budget-friendly choice:民宿 (recommended in Atrani town) — €50-100/night per person, experience local life. ⚠️ Practical tips 🌞 Best season: May-June or September-October (avoid the peak season crowds in July-August). 👗 Clothing: Comfortable hiking shoes + sun protection, bring a jacket for large temperature differences in the mountains. 💰 Cash: Small towns mostly accept cash, prepare enough euros. 📶 Internet: Weak signal in some mountain areas, download offline maps in advance. 🚤 Day trips: Take a boat to Capri or Ischia. 🗺️ Itinerary reference Day 1: Amalfi town (Cathedral + Paper Museum) → Emerald Grotto → Overnight stay in Amalfi Day 2: Positano (beach + shopping) → Path of the Gods hike → Ravello sunset Day 3: Explore Praiano/Atrani → Return trip "