Magically suspended between the blue sky and the iridescent coloured sea, the Amalfi Coast is characterized by a picturesque labyrinth of stairways and narrow alleys, connecting the two main elements of this landscape: the mountains and the sea. Deemed by UNESCO “an outstanding example of a Mediterranean landscape, with exceptional cultural and natural scenic values,” the Amalfi Coast stretches 60 kilometres and encompasses beautiful towns and villages, all with a unique culture filled with historic churches and quaint old houses. If you’re looking for a driving itinerary with iconic sweeping views and unparalleled beaches, then this Amalfi Coast drive in your Italy driving holiday itinerary is the only itinerary you need to consider. The best way to explore this beautiful country is by getting a car hire in Italy.
1. Salerno
Pick up your hire car from Avis Salerno, near Pontecagnano Airport and drive north along the coastal road to begin an unforgettable journey. A wonderful city in the homonymous gulf of the Tyrrhenian Sea between the Amalfi Coast, the Sele plain and the Cilento area (to the south), in the spot in which the Irno Valley opens towards the sea – Salerno was for a short while Italy’s capital.
Sites of interest:
the Lungomare Trieste (the seafront promenade) is a great place to stretch your legs and enjoy views which rival the French Riviera.
the Castello di Arechi, an imposing castle located at 984 feet elevation overlooking the city.
2. Ravello
Praised by the Italian poet Boccaccio in his Decameron, with its postcard landscape and noble atmosphere, Ravello has attracted guests for decades, including D.H. Lawrence (the author of the scandalous book Lady Chatterley’s Lover) and composer Wagner. Perched on steep, terraced slopes—closer to the sky than the sea, it is considered one of the most romantic and beautiful small towns in southern Italy.
Sites of interest:
# Villa Rufolo, one of the most beautiful and famous architectural complexes in Ravello. It was built by the Rufolo family, one of the most powerful families in the Medieval period.
# Villa Cimbrone, clinging to the rocky ridge with the same name, here you can enjoy one of the stunning views of the Amalfi coast.
3. Amalfi
Amalfi is the town that gives its name to the whole coast as well as one of the most famous tourist destinations in the world for its history, monuments and natural setting that allowed to be declared by UNESCO World Heritage Site.
It was the first of the Four Maritime Republics of Italy and for a long time had the monopoly of trade with the East. It looks like a cluster of white houses clinging to the rock and connected to each other by covered alleys and stairways.
Sites of interest:
# At the centre of the main square, there is the beautiful Cathedral of St. Andrew, with its impressive staircase
# the bell-tower in Arab-Norman style
4. Praiano
With its genuine and authentic atmosphere, far away from the mass tourism, Praiano is characterized by narrow streets making their way through the Mediterranean vegetation, terraced gardens and typical houses, leading directly to the sea.
Sites of interest:
# the Church of San Luca the Evangelist, in Baroque style; the interior is decorated with a beautiful tiled floor with a floral motif and, in the centre, the image of the patron saint, depicted in the act of painting.
# the Church of San Gennaro, in the village of Vettica Maggiore, built in Renaissance style and features three naves and a dome covered with majolica tiles.
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5. Positano
If you’ve seen beautiful photos of coastal Italy, chances are that you’ve already seen Positano.
Positano is one of the best-known places of the Amalfi coast for its picturesque staircases, whitewashed houses following the natural course of the mountain and creating a vertical landscape.
6. Sorrento
If natural beauty is at the top of your bucket list, Sorrento and the surrounding scenic byways will not disappoint. This Italian gem overlooks the Bay of Naples, and the Sorrentine Peninsula offers drivers stunning views of Naples, Mount Vesuvius, and the storied Isle of Capri.
7. Naples
The city of Napoli (as the locals know it), is the capital city of the beautiful Italian region of Campania. History buffs will love the deep roots of Naples – it is known as one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world.
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