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Travel to Sorrento

Sorrento is one of Italy’s most popular tourist destinations, drawing in tourists with its lively atmosphere and gorgeous scenery. Set atop rugged cliffs at the end of the peninsula east of Naples, this resort town has something for everyone.

Getting there

Naples International Airport services major European carriers; alternatively, you can travel to Rome International Airport. The airport nearest to Sorrento, Capodichino, is 50kms away. From the airport, there is a bus service by Curreri. Alternatively, you can take a train to Beverello, where you catch the hydrofoils and ferries to Sorrento.

By car to Sorrento, take the highway to Naples and then take the A3 to the Sorrentine Peninsula and the Castellamare di Stabia exit. From Castellamare, drive along the main road for about 23kms. You’ll pass the villages of Vico Equense and Santagnello before coming to Sorrento.

Alternatively, you can take a train from Naples to Sorrento, a journey of one hour. From Naples, you can also reach Sorrento by sea. Many hydrofoils and ferries link Naples to Sorrento, taking around 40 minutes.

Information on Sorrentos key attractions

Although Sorrento does not have many good examples of historic architecture, the charming San Francesco church is worth seeing. Also of interest are the Piazza Tasso and lovely Villa Communale gardens, offering delightful atmospheres for strolling. Of the museums in Sorrento, the most interesting is the Museo Correale di Terranova, displaying fine examples of local inlaid woodwork and paintings.

Most visitors to Sorrento are here for the beaches and the best are the tiny but pretty beaches of Marina Piccola and Marina Grande. There are plenty of fun water sports on hand, including good swimming, pedal-boating and windsurfing. Other beaches can be found to the west, including Ruderi Villa Romana Pollio and Marina Puolo.

Out and about in Sorrento

The world famous ancient sites of Herculaneum and Pompeii are easily accessible as daytrips from Sorrento. Alternatively, the town is a good base from which to explore the stunning Amalfi coast. Avid hikers should not miss the opportunity to climb Vesuvius, a journey that rewards with panoramas of the surrounding coast.

Alternatively, there are many breathtaking islands in the area, including Capri, Ischia and Procida. Capri features a rugged coastline with offshore reefs and fine mansions, as well as designer boutiques and elite restaurants.

Leisure Options

Accommodation in Sorrento is varied and of good quality. Visitors can relax and enjoy sumptuous meals in a choice of fine and well priced restaurants. Night-time is just as exciting as the day in this city, with numerous trattorias, cafés and bars, as well as throbbing clubs and vibrant discos.

Safety

Visitors should remain alert for potential hazards, especially pickpockets. Additionally, boating, outdoor activities and driving place you at greater risk of having an accident. Language barriers and strange routines can also result in missed travel arrangements. We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance for you or your family when visiting Sorrento.

Weather in Sorrento

Sorrento, with its mild and pleasant climate, has been a popular tourist destination for many years. In June the weather is lovely and warm with temperatures in the high 20sC. It does get extremely hot in July and it can be very humid then.

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