Best Beaches in Amalfi Coast
The 10 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
The places, most named first
From the 5 guides that rank for "best beaches in amalfi coast"
Named by 3 of 51. Spiaggia Grande (Positano)Positano's main beach, lively and easy to reach, with small pebbles instead of sand.One of the two best beaches in Positano, along with Fornillo.
Named by 2 of 52. Fornillo BeachA pebbly beach between cliffs with wide views of the coastline.Popular with locals and visitors, so arrive early.
Named by 2 of 53. Arienzo BeachReached only by boat or a long staircase.Also called the beach of 300 steps, with a small public section.
Named by 2 of 54. Marina Grande (Amalfi)The widest beach in Amalfi, close to the center.Easy to reach, with a family-friendly feel.
Named by 2 of 55. Duoglio BeachReached by about 400 steps on a path through nature.Only reachable by sea or over 400 steps, which keeps it quieter.
Named by 2 of 56. Santa Croce BeachCannot be reached by land; it is accessed from the sea.A peaceful beach below cliffs, away from the busy town center.
7. Fiordo di FuroreA small bay tucked into a fjord.Access is hard, with steep stairs down from the bridge.
8. Vite BeachReachable only by sea, between Amalfi and Conca dei Marini.A pebbly shore with rocks and clear water that protect marine life.
9. AtraniIts main beach is named as hard to beat for looks, alongside neighbouring Castiglione.
10. Marina del Cantone (Nerano)A forum poster's favorite near Sorrento; it is a pebble beach.
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When to go
Travel guides most often name April to June and September to October as the best time to visit Amalfi Coast.
Questions people ask
- What is the nicest beach on the Amalfi Coast?
- One guide says it is hard to pick, but for looks it is hard to beat the main beach in Atrani or neighbouring Castiglione.
- Can you swim in Amalfi Coast, Italy?
- Yes. Arienzo Beach is described as suited to swimming and snorkeling.
