Sorrento City Centre Travel Guide
Sorrento
Visit Sorrento City Centre
Popular places to visit
Piazza Tasso
This main square in Sorrento is a great place for people-watching, admiring Baroque architecture and learning about the local history.
Sorrento Lift
Built into the cliffs of Sorrento, this elevator provides quick access from the city’s beaches and marina to the Old Town.
Piazza Lauro
Start your exploration of Sorrento, or end your day of adventures, in this leafy square near the train station.
Deep Valley of the Mills
In the heart of Sorrento, behind central Tasso Square, lies an almost hidden treasure: an ancient and overgrown ruin in a lush ravine.
Museo Correale di Terranova
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museo Correale di Terranova in Sorrento. Stroll along the seaside or experience the great live music in this romantic area.
Basilica di Sant'Antonio
You can learn about the history of Sorrento with a trip to Basilica di Sant'Antonio. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Day Trip of Pompeii, Sorrento and Positano from Naples/Salerno
From Rome: Positano, Amalfi Coast & Sorrento Day Trip
Capri Small-Group Boat Tour with Blue Grotto & Island Discovery
Amalfi Coast Day Trip from Sorrento: Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello
Capri One Day: Visit the Island by Sea and Land with Blue Grotto
Exclusive Amalfi Coast Tour from Naples
Top hotels in Sorrento City Centre
Imperial Hotel Tramontano
We had a lovely stay at this hotel. Beautiful view, comfortable bed, clean room, and great breakfast. No parking onsite, but they will valet car for you, which is nice. My only complaint is the air conditioner was turned off for the season. Room was hot at night. Good thing I travel with a mini fan ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Hotel Antiche Mura
Good quality breakfast. Clean
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Hotel Capri
Great location near the center of town and easy walking distance to the Sorrento station and ferry terminal. The room was efficient and spotless, the breakfast service was excellent and the staff were helpful and kind at all times.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Continental
Room was spotless, friendly helpful staff
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Hotel Palazzo Guardati
Room was clean and spacious. Single bed had far too many blankets and pillows on it, almost like it wasn’t made up properly Location was perfect for sorrento town centre as well as the train station Beds were comfortable Room was a little noisy (114) given that it was above a restaurant and there ...
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Grand Hotel Europa Palace
Above and beyond our expectations. Everything about this place is perfect! Impeccably clean and well appointed. They upgraded our room and we have a beautiful sea view. The staff is so friendly. The included breakfast even has an omelette station. We only planned on staying one night but are enjoying ...
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sorrento City Centre
Sorrento Historic Centre
Sorrento Historic Centre is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Sorrento Lift and Chiesa di San Francesco, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Sorrento.
Marina Grande
When in Marina Grande, you can plan a visit to Sorrento Beach and Villa Fiorentino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Priora
Some popular features of Priora include its seaside views and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Villa Fiorentino or Sorrento Beach are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Capo di Sorrento
If you're spending some time in Capo di Sorrento, La Pignatella Beach and Baths of Queen Giovanna are top sights worth seeing.
