Itinerary Amalfi Coast

June is one of the best months to visit the Amalfi Coast: sunny weather, warm seas, lush gardens, and fewer crowds compared to July-August. Ideal for families and road trips.

💰 Budget overview

Category	Amount
✈️ Transport	$2,100
🏨 Accommodations	$2,000
🧳 Gear	$200
🗺️ On-site	$1,050
Total	$5,350

🗺️ Activities & landmarks

🇮🇹 Amalfi & Surroundings - 2 days

☀️ Daytime

• [ ] 🏖️ Marina Grande Beach (Amalfi) ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Supervised sandy beach, family-friendly rentals, clear water — arrive early for the best spots.

• [ ] ⛪ Amalfi Cathedral (Duomo di Amalfi) ⭐⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Iconic medieval church with stunning façade and peaceful cloister; small fee for crypt & museum.

• [ ] 🏞️ Valle delle Ferriere Nature Reserve ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Shady, easy hike among waterfalls and rare plants; good for kids — wear trainers.

• [ ] 🏛️ Paper Museum (Museo della Carta) ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Interactive family-friendly workshops — learn Amalfi's papermaking history.

• [ ] 🌳 Luna Convento Cloister ⭐ (~0.5h)

  • Tranquil medieval cloister and gardens — picturesque, quick family visit.

• [ ] 🏙️ Walk Amalfi Old Town ⭐⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Explore narrow alleys, local gelaterias, and artisan shops.

🌙 Evening & night

• [ ] 🍦 Gelato stroll in Piazza Duomo ⭐⭐ (~1h)
  • Relaxed, lively atmosphere; street performances, safe for kids into the evening.

🍽️ Must-try food spots

• [ ] 🍝 Trattoria da Gemma ⭐⭐⭐

  • Homey local dishes — great seafood pasta; family-friendly, reservations advised (~$30/adult, $15/child).

• [ ] 🍕 La Rua Pizze E Delizia ⭐⭐

  • Excellent Neapolitan pizza, quick service for families.

🔁 Optional if time permits

• [ ] 🏙️ Amalfi Coast Lemon Tour (~1.5h)
  • Guided tour of local lemon groves; children enjoy lemon ice cream and garden explorations.

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🇮🇹 Positano & Praiano - 1.5 days

☀️ Daytime

• [ ] 🏖️ Spiaggia Grande (Positano) ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Famous, vibrant beach, safe swimming, paddle boat rentals; family cabana rental recommended.

• [ ] 🎨 Franco Senesi Fine Art ⭐ (~0.5h)

  • Bright art gallery — kids can join art workshops (ask in advance).

• [ ] 🏙️ Via dei Mulini shopping street ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Souvenir shops, ceramics, local fashion; fun for families.

• [ ] 🛥️ Mini cruise: Positano → Fiordo di Furore ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Short family boat excursion to dramatic fjord — life jackets provided.

• [ ] 🌳 Path of the Gods (Il Sentiero degli Dei) ⭐⭐ (~2-3h — partial, easy section)

  • Breathtaking views, accessible sections suitable for children with supervision.

• [ ] ⛪ Church of Santa Maria Assunta (Positano) ⭐⭐ (~0.5h)

  • Iconic tiled dome; quick visit, cool for photos.

• [ ] 🏞️ La Praia Beach (Praiano) ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Pebble beach, clear water, less crowded, great for children; family-friendly restaurants nearby.

🌙 Evening & night

• [ ] 🍦 Gelateria Buca di Bacco (Positano) ⭐⭐ (~1h)
  • Beachfront gelato, family-friendly vibe, lovely sunset spot.

🍽️ Must-try food spots

• [ ] 🐟 Che Bontà Gastronomia ⭐⭐⭐

  • Excellent ready-made dishes — try local fish specialties; picnic-friendly.

• [ ] 🍕 Il Fornillo Pizzeria ⭐⭐

  • Wood-fired pizza, terrace overlooking the sea.

🔁 Optional if time permits

• [ ] 🏙️ Ceramics painting workshop (~1h)
  • Creative stop — kids make their own souvenir.

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🇮🇹 Ravello, Minori & Maiori - 1.5 days

☀️ Daytime

• [ ] 🌳 Villa Cimbrone Gardens (Ravello) ⭐⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Fairy-tale gardens and breathtaking Infinity Terrace — wide open space for kids to roam.

• [ ] 🌸 Villa Rufolo ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Moorish architecture, music garden, sea views — stroller-friendly.

• [ ] 🏞️ Minori Beach ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Sandy, shallow, family-friendly; perfect for young children.

• [ ] 🏛️ Roman Villa Maritime Archaeological Site (Minori) ⭐ (~1h)

  • Ancient Roman mosaics and ruins; short educational stop.

• [ ] 🏊‍♂️ Maiori Beach ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Longest sand beach on the Coast; plenty of amenities, lifeguard presence.

• [ ] 🏙️ Explore Ravello Old Town ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Charming alleys and shops — quieter and less crowded than Amalfi/Positano.

• [ ] 🍋 Lemon Dessert Tour (Minori) ⭐ (~1h)

  • Taste Delizia al Limone and lemon sorbets at local bakeries.

🌙 Evening & night

• [ ] 🎶 Square Concert (Ravello Piazza Duomo) ⭐ (~1.5h)
  • Open-air, family-friendly seasonal performances (Jun–Aug schedules).

🍽️ Must-try food spots

• [ ] 🍰 Pasticceria Sal De Riso (Minori) ⭐⭐⭐

  • Legendary pastry shop — world-famous cakes and lemon desserts.

• [ ] 🍝 Ristorante Giardiniello (Minori) ⭐⭐

  • Lovely garden terrace; fresh pasta, kids’ menu.

🔁 Optional if time permits

• [ ] 🏙️ Torre Normanna (Maiori) (~1h)
  • Medieval watchtower, great for sunset photos.

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🎬 Films & series to watch

🇮🇹 Amalfi & Surroundings

• [ ] 🎬 The Talented Mr. Ripley (1999) — ⭐ 7.4 — Glamorous thriller set along the Amalfi Coast — Prime Video
• [ ] 📺 L’Amica Geniale (My Brilliant Friend) (2018–) — ⭐ 8.6 — Childhood and coming-of-age drama, Naples/Amalfi scenes — HBO

🇮🇹 Positano & Praiano

• [ ] 🎬 Under the Tuscan Sun (2003) — ⭐ 6.8 — Romantic drama with many scenes in Positano — Disney+

🇮🇹 Ravello, Minori & Maiori

• [ ] 🎬 Beat the Devil (1953) — ⭐ 6.2 — Classic film shot in Ravello and the Amalfi region — Classix

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🍜 Local specialties

🇮🇹 Amalfi & Surroundings

• [ ] Spaghetti alle vongole (clam pasta)
• [ ] Delizia al Limone (lemon dessert)
• [ ] Alici di Cetara (anchovies)

🇮🇹 Positano & Praiano

• [ ] Scialatielli ai frutti di mare (seafood pasta)
• [ ] Limoncello liqueur
• [ ] Torta Caprese (almond-chocolate cake)

🇮🇹 Ravello, Minori & Maiori

• [ ] Ndunderi di Minori (ancient ricotta gnocchi)
• [ ] Granita al limone (lemon ice)
• [ ] Babà al limoncello

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📍 Maps - places to pin

🇮🇹 Amalfi & Surroundings

1. Marina Grande Beach
2. Piazza Duomo
3. Luna Convento Cloister
4. Hotel Marina Riviera
5. Trattoria da Gemma

🇮🇹 Positano & Praiano

1. Spiaggia Grande
2. Gelateria Buca di Bacco
3. Franco Senesi Fine Art
4. Hotel Poseidon
5. Che Bontà Gastronomia

🇮🇹 Ravello, Minori & Maiori

1. Villa Cimbrone Gardens
2. Ravello Piazza Duomo (concerts)
3. Pasticceria Sal De Riso
4. Hotel Parsifal
5. Ristorante Giardiniello

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✈️ Transport to book

• [ ] ✈️ London → Naples International Airport (NAP)
• [ ] 🚗 Naples → Amalfi (private van or rental car)
• [ ] 🚗 Amalfi → Positano (scenic coastal drive)
• [ ] 🚗 Positano → Ravello/Minori/Maiori (via SS163)
• [ ] 🚗 Maiori → Naples
• [ ] ✈️ Naples → London

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🏨 Accommodations

City	Nights	Accommodation	Price
Amalfi	2	Hotel Marina Riviera (family suite)	$800
Positano	1.5	Hotel Poseidon (family room)	$650
Ravello/Minori	1.5	Hotel Parsifal (quad room)	$550
Total	5		$2,000

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Notes:

• For maximum comfort with children and group luggage, a private minivan rental or private driver for the week is highly recommended — easier than local buses, flexible for exploring villages.
• Lunches can be picnics from gastronomie/delis or seaside trattorias; dinners at booked restaurants.
• Beaches all have supervised swimming areas suitable for children.
• Kid-friendly cooking classes and short hikes are available at most locations if interested — book ahead.
• June evenings are warm and lively, perfect for families to stroll the piazzas and enjoy gelato!