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Best things to do in Sorrento Italy: Tips by Locals

No one better than a local can tell you the best things to do in Sorrento (Italy). This is why we are here to help you to discover the beauties of Sorrento and surroundings. Many experiences to do and live, especially with our wonderful boat tours. Are you ready ? Let’s go.

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Best things to do in Sorrento Italy: Scenic Boat Tours

What’s better than a boat tour? A boat tour with a qualified captain like ours, capable to get you to the best places along the coast. Our tours depart from Marina Piccola in Sorrento daily. What are you waiting for? Have a look and book one of our best boat tours.

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Day trip to Capri from Sorrento

From Sorrento you can reach Capri in a very short time. Check our fantastic Capri boat tour itinerary and discover the beauties of this area.

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Day trip to Amalfi Coast from Sorrento

Amalfi Coast is another breathtaking destination, and it’s amazing to explore by sea. Check our astounding Amalfi Coast boat tour itinerary and discover Positano and Amalfi.

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Best things to do in Sorrento Italy: Enjoy a day at the Beach

We are pretty sure that one of the reasons why you want to come to Sorrento is because of the beaches. We can’t actually blame you, they are gorgeous, especially one which is very special.

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Beach Clubs in Sorrento

From the main villa in Sorrento you can reach the beaches through a beautiful scenic path or by elevator. Once down you can pick one of them, they are all good and full of services to offer, like bars and restaurants.

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Queen Giovanna’s Bath

This is a very hidden gem you can reach by a walking path or by sea with a kayak. We use to say that this hidden corner of Sorrento is a swimming pool. If you love discovering natural beauties, this is the place for you.

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Best things to do in Sorrento Italy: Piazza Tasso

Having a walk in Sorrento city center should be a must. Get lost in the narrow streets with the smell of lemon and live the Italian dolce vita. Piazza Tasso is the center of the vibrancy and from where you can go basically everywhere. Sorrento is full of typical shops selling things made with lemon. Limoncello is one of them, and we give you a tip, many shops make you try them. Don’t lose the opportunity for the must-taste in town.

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San Francesco’s Cloister

A cozy cloister just next to the main villa (the one from where you can reach the beach clubs). We really suggest you to visit this place, also because it is for free. During spring-summer it hosts some exhibitions, most of them are photographic ones.

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Best things to do in Sorrento Italy: Marina Grande

It is the place where fishermen used to live their daily routine, and in the morning you can still see them. Marina Grande still keeps the original authenticity with restaurants and bars ready to host you. Eating or drinking just a few steps from the sea is a unique thing, don’t miss it.

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Where to stay in Sorrento

What to eat in Sorrento

Here some suggestions of the typical dishes in Sorrento your stomach can’t miss:

  • Gnocchi alla sorrentina
  • Ravioli alla sorrentina
  • Provolone del Monaco
  • Delizia al limone
  • Of course limoncello

How to get to Sorrento

Best things to do in Sorrento Italy: Conclusions

This article comes to an end and I hope has been helpful for you to make your journey easier. Don’t forget to book one of our tours and to get assistance from our staff members.

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FAQ

Spring/Summer is the best period of the year to visit Sorrento. It is perfect too for a boat tour swimming and snorkeling into the deep blue water

It's not cheap, but for sure cheaper than Positano and Amalfi, especially if we talk about accomodations. It still depends on your budget, you can easily visit Sorrento on budget or affording the best for a higer price of course

Sorrento is perfect even for just one day, but wouldn't be enough. It is a city where we suggest to spend at least 3/4 nights to enjoy the italian dolce vita, and of course our fantastic boat tour

Circumvesuviana is the train line getting you straight from Naples to Sorrento

By walk is the best option considering that Sorrento is a pedestrian area in the city centre

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