Things To Do
Day Trip: Capri
There are many small day trips you can take from Sorrento or Positano (Amalfi, Atrani, Praiano, Ravello, etc.) via ferry boat. We recommend visiting the island of Capri! Take a cable car to the top of the island (or brave the long, uphill walk) and enjoy beautiful restaurants, shops, and scenery! They also have pristine beaches and boat tours to the famous Blue Grotto.
Day Trip: Pompeii
You can easily visit this world-famous UNESCO World Heritage Site at the base of Mt. Vesuvius! Pompeii is only a short 40 minute train ride from Sorrento and you can visit without a guide. Not recommended for those who are sensitive or have very small children.
Boat Tours
Booking a private boat for the day is a fun way to see the coast from a different perspective! We recommend using GetYourGuide or Viator for tours as you may get a better deal than booking in person on the beaches.
Path of the Gods Hike
Feeling adventurous? This moderately-challenging hike offers views of the coast from up above. Hire a guide or try it yourself! The entire hike is around 3.5 miles and takes the average hiker 3-4 hours. Note: it does involve stairs.
Cooking Classes
Immerse yourself in Italian culture and cuisine with a cooking class! Again, we recommend booking these through GetYourGuide or a similar service. And yes, they even have a gluten-free option!
Cafes and Ristorantes
We are not going to recommend specific restaurants, because you CANNOT go wrong. Out of all of the times we have been to Italy, we have yet to have a meal that did not exceed our expectations. You are going to one of the food capitals of the world, so foodies - enjoy!
Beaches in Sorrento
There are a few spots that are considered free public beaches, but the majority of the shoreline is owned by various beach clubs. This is great because you have access to restrooms, food, drinks, deck chairs and umbrellas. But be prepared to pay! NOTE: don't plan to be barefoot unless you have tough feet. The beaches are made of pebbles!