What to do in Sorrento Coast

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Sorrento featuring general coastal views and boating
Sorrento Coast
Sorrento Coast
Sorrento Coast
Sorrento Coast
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1. Piazza Tasso

Piazza Tasso is Sorrento’s main square. You will more than likely visit this large open space ringed by restaurants, pavement cafés and pastel buildings more than once during your visit to the resort town.
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Piazza Tasso which includes a city and street scenes as well as a large group of people

2. Sorrento Beach

Marina Grande is a small traditional fishing port that sits underneath the limestone cliffs on which the old town of Sorrento is perched. Away from the traffic of the streets above, this sheltered bay enjoys a much gentler pace of life. Come here for a swim or watch local fishermen at work.
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Marina Grande which includes boating, a marina and a coastal town

3. Sorrento Lift

Sorrento Lift offers a convenient alternative to climbing up and down the steep walkways that link the Sorrento city center and coastline. The Sorrento Lift is perfect when you can’t wait to get to the city’s stylish beach clubs or port. Alternatively, use it for quick access to your hotel after arriving at the harbor by ferry. Take time to enjoy the sublime views from a clifftop balcony.
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Built into the cliffs of Sorrento, this elevator provides quick access from the city’s beaches and marina to the Old Town.

4. Deep Valley of the Mills

Sorrento’s coastline is pockmarked by valleys gouged out of the landscape by water thousands of years ago. One of the most striking ravines is in the center of town: Deep Valley of the Mills (Il Vallone dei Mulini). Located next to Piazza Tasso, it is a picturesque sight that is worth investigating.
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Deep Valley of the Mills showing a ruin, heritage elements and tropical scenes

5. Piazza Lauro

Piazza Lauro is a little oasis in the heart of Sorrento. The oblong plaza is full of trees and is surrounded by shops and apartment buildings. Come to Piazza Lauro to sit, relax and watch locals going about their day.
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Start your exploration of Sorrento, or end your day of adventures, in this leafy square near the train station.

6. Baths of Queen Giovanna

Baths of Queen Giovanna (Bagni della Regina Giovanna) is the curious name for an emerald pool of seawater enclosed by limestone cliffs and a rocky beach. Hike to a nearby archeological site for a great place to watch the sunset over the Bay of Naples.
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Baths of Queen Giovanna showing rugged coastline and tropical scenes

What to do in Sorrento Coast

Popular places to visit

Piazza Tasso which includes a city and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Piazza Tasso

This main square in Sorrento is a great place for people-watching, admiring Baroque architecture and learning about the local history.

Piazza Tasso
Marina Grande which includes boating, a marina and a coastal town

Sorrento Beach

This charming port has served as Sorrento’s connection to the sea for almost 2,000 years and is still in use by local fishermen.

Sorrento Beach
Corso Italia

Corso Italia

During your visit to Sorrento, you can enjoy retail therapy at Corso Italia. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Corso Italia
Sorrento Lift

Sorrento Lift

Built into the cliffs of Sorrento, this elevator provides quick access from the city’s beaches and marina to the Old Town.

Sorrento Lift
Piazza Lauro

Piazza Lauro

Start your exploration of Sorrento, or end your day of adventures, in this leafy square near the train station.

Piazza Lauro
Deep Valley of the Mills showing a ruin, heritage elements and tropical scenes

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.

Deep Valley of the Mills
Baths of Queen Giovanna showing rugged coastline and tropical scenes

Baths of Queen Giovanna

Swim or snorkel in this legendary natural pool or watch the sunset from a picturesque Roman ruin on the rocks of Punta del Capo.

Baths of Queen Giovanna
Museo Correale di Terranova

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.

Museo Correale di Terranova
Basilica di Sant'Antonio

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.

Basilica di Sant'Antonio

Explore areas of Sorrento Coast

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Sorrento City Centre

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The fantastic nightlife and breathtaking beach views are just a few highlights of Sorrento City Centre. Make a stop by Piazza Sant'Antonino or Basilica di Sant'Antonio while you're exploring the area.

Sorrento City Centre
Sorrento Coast featuring a city and street scenes

Sorrento Historic Centre

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Go shopping, sightseeing or eating and drinking in the narrow lanes surrounded by Italian heritage buildings dating back to Roman times.

Sorrento Historic Centre
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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.

Priora
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Marina Grande

When in Marina Grande, you can plan a visit to Sorrento Beach and Villa Fiorentino, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Marina Grande
Baths of Queen Giovanna featuring general coastal views and forest scenes

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.

Capo di Sorrento

Day trip destinations from Sorrento Coast

Positano

Positano

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Vico Equense

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Marina del Cantone

Marina di Puolo showing a coastal town, a bay or harbour and a pebble beach

Marina di Puolo