After a couple of whirlwind days visiting Herculaneum, Vesuvius and Pompeii, we enjoyed 2 relaxing nights in Sorrento before taking a ferry to Capri and spending 3 genuinely unforgettable days exploring the entire island. Afterwards we went on to Positano, Praiano, Amalfi and Ravello – but Capri was easily our favorite stop from our 10 days on the Amalfi Coast.

Don’t get us wrong, those other places were amazing and well worth visiting. But there was something extra special about Capri. It wasn’t just the glitz and glamour or the swanky hotels – it was the sheer volume of fun things to see and do that blew us away. We love to hike, visit unique attractions and soak up an area’s history, and our 3 day Capri itinerary was jam-packed with it all.

Photo of Mark and Kristen Morgan from Where Are Those Morgans taking a selfie at the top of Monte Solaro in Capri with blue sky and sea behind on a sunny day Here we are at the top of Monte Solaro

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In hindsight, we’d say our itinerary worked well enough, but we would definitely do some things differently if it was our first time again. So in this guide we walk you step-by-step through the best way to spend 3 days in Capri by taking our experiences and adapting them to create a more efficient itinerary for you to follow.

Our itinerary takes in the island’s major highlights and attractions, and it does involve some hiking. It’s not going to work if you want a relaxing few days sitting by the hotel pool, but it’s perfect if you want see all of what makes Capri so special. Okay, let’s begin!

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Day 1: East Capri

The first thing we’d do on the morning of day 1 is get to Capri as early as possible. We took a 9:00am ferry from Sorrento to Capri and it was a mistake, we should have gone earlier.

The small port area was swarming with tourists going in both directions by the time we arrived on Capri, and we honestly couldn’t wait to escape.

Make sure you hop on the earliest ferry you can from Sorrento, Naples or Positano to avoid the crowds and get off to the best possible start.

Here are the ferry lines to book your tickets:

Photo of a hand holding two tickets for a funicular ride in front of the carriage This is Kristen holding our tickets for the funicular

The funicular line to Capri town was enormous, but we were staying not too far from the port in Marina Grande (another mistake – Capri town is a better place to stay) so we jumped into one of Capri’s famous vintage, open-top convertible taxis from the port to our hotel.

The taxi was a fun and unique experience, but boy did we pay for it. Our advice is to try one if you have a healthy budget, otherwise take the €2.40 funicular from the port to Piazza Umberto instead.

After soaking up those first views from the top of the funicular, we would hustle to our hotel in Capri town to drop our luggage off (it would be too early to check in) and begin our first day exploring the east side of the island.

Tip: Read our guide on where to stay in Capri if you’re not sure where to book a hotel.

Villa Lysis (10:30am-11:30am)

By taking the early ferry we’d avoid the heavy port crowds and funicular line, drop our baggage off and still have time to grab a relaxing coffee somewhere in town.

Refueled and raring to go, we’d start with a 2km (1.25 miles) walk to the far northeast of Capri to visit the stunning Villa Lysis.

Photo of a view over Capri through trees and behind a statue high up on the east side of the island This was our view over Marina Grande from Villa Lysis

The path to Villa Lysis was a constant steady incline with maybe 100m (300ft) elevation gain, and it took us around 40 minutes. It was a quiet and peaceful route away from the crowds and through rural residential parts of the island.

Villa Lysis was built in 1904 by Count Fersen during a self imposed exile from Paris. It’s an impressive building showcasing various architectural styles and lovely gardens, but for us it was all about the spectacular views over Capri and the Gulf of Naples.

Photo of a tourist walking on a narrow balcony on the side of a villa with trees and ocean view Here’s Kristen walking along a balcony on the side of Villa Lysis

We especially loved the courtyard area and terraces with dreamy sea views, all of which made for excellent photo spots. One hour was plenty of time for this stop.

  • Cost: €2.50/adult (free under 12)
  • Open: 10:00am to 5:00pm-7:00pm
  • Closed: November-March

Villa Jovis (12:00pm-1:00pm)

Villa Jovis is the clifftop remains of a grand Roman palace built by Emperor Tiberius in 27 AD. It’s a big complex and the ruins are well-preserved, but there’s not a lot of information boards explaining things on site.

Geographically, Villa Jovis is super close to Villa Lysis, but frustratingly it’s a 25 minute walk because you have to go back on yourself before taking another path to the ruins.

Photo of a tiled street sign showing directions in Italy We took a photo of the turn for Villa Jovis but it was closed when we visited

The ruins are only closed on one day of the week – Monday – and guess what day it was when we did the east side of Capri? Don’t make the same mistake we did.

And it wasn’t just Villa Jovis we missed, there’s also an incredible true hidden gem viewpoint in Parco Astarita on the path leading to the villa. We didn’t know about it until after leaving Capri, but the view looks fantastic so don’t miss it.

  • Cost: €6/adult
  • Open: 10:00am to 4:00pm-6:00pm
  • Closed: Monday

Lunch (1:30pm-2:30pm)

After the villas, we’d walk back towards town and pick a restaurant on Via Tiberio or Via Matermania to grab lunch. We ate a delicious ravioli caprese with a glass of wine at Lo Sfizio just in time before it closed for the late afternoon.

It took us 20 minutes to reach the restaurant from Villa Lysis (it’s similar from Villa Jovis), and it was in a perfect location before the turn onto Via Matermania for Arco Naturale.

If you’d prefer lunch with a view over the sea, skip Lo Sfizio and instead go to La Palette or Le Grottelle, both of which are on Via Matermania closer to the natural arch.

Arco Naturale (2:45pm-3:00pm)

From Lo Sfizio it was just a 15 minute walk for us to reach the gigantic Arco Naturale formation, on a mostly flat path.

We had low expectations for the formation because we’ve seen hundreds of amazing arches across the American southwest, but it was surprisingly dramatic and we were glad to have our cameras with us.

Photo of a gigantic natural arch rock formation with views of more rocks and trees on a coastline We were impressed by the size of Arco Naturale

There was a bench with front-on views of the arch, but we didn’t have time to sit so we quickly walked to the upper and lower viewing platforms, took a bunch of photos and walked a few minutes back to Le Grottelle restaurant to pick up Via del Pizzolungo.

Via del Pizzolungo (3:00pm-4:00pm)

Via del Pizzolungo is a narrow 1.3km (0.8 miles) hiking path connecting Arco Naturale with Belvedere Tragara and eventually Capri town. It’s one half stunning coastal views and one half a forest path with steep staircases.

Photo of a narrow staircase twisting through a forest We navigated this twisting staircase on the hike near Arco Naturale

We actually hiked Via del Pizzolungo in the opposite direction to what we recommend you do now. Coming the other way was mostly uphill and up the staircases, whereas going from Arco Naturale to Belvedere Tragara is mostly downhill and down the staircases so it’s much easier.

The first half of the hike coming down to the coastline is mostly shaded and under the canopy of trees. Parts of the trail pass underneath eroded rock formations and there are even some caves to see.

Photo of Kristen Morgan from Where Are Those Morgans standing against a black metal fence looking out at the sea and sea stacks in Capri Italy Here’s Kristen enjoying views over the Faraglioni from the trail

But it’s all about the second half of the hike once the path leaves the trees and follows the southern coastline from high up. The views are majestic and you’ll get your first glimpse of Capri’s famous Faraglioni – limestone sea stacks bursting out of the water.

It took us about 45 minutes to go up with photo stops, so you can do the easier downhill route with plenty of photo stops in under an hour.

Tip: If you don’t want to do the hike, simply walk back to Capri town from Arco Naturale and then walk down to Belvedere Tragara. It’s longer but it’s much easier.

Belvedere Tragara (4:00pm-4:15pm)

At the end of the hike you’ll arrive at Belvedere Tragara, which is one of the most popular viewpoints on the island. It has immense views over the Faraglioni and it’s just 10 minutes walk on a flat path back to Capri town.

By now the sun should be well around to the west, so your southeast facing view from Belvedere Tragara will be much better for photos without directly looking into the sun. It’s almost like we timed it that way!

Photo of the Faraglioni rock formations at sea on the coastline of Capri on a sunny day This was our close up view of the Faraglioni from Belvedere Tragara

We only spent a few minutes at the terrace before hiking Via del Pizzolungo. There’s not much else to do other than look at the view, but it is amazing and it’s super easy to visit even if you skip the hike.

Tip: If we were to visit Capri between November and February, we would be tempted to try sunrise and sunset photography at Belvedere Tragara because the view is southeast to southwest (which is where the sun rises and sets in winter in the northern hemisphere).

Capri Town Dinner (6:00pm)

After a long and sweaty day exploring the east side of Capri, we’d walk back to our hotel, get checked in, unpack, freshen up and have a quick rest before heading out for dinner and drinks.

Staying at a hotel in Capri town doesn’t just make it easier to follow our itinerary, it also means you’re surrounded by restaurants and don’t have to make any effort with walking or buses to get to the amenities.

Our hotel near Marina Grande meant we had to walk 20 minutes both ways to get into town for dinner.

Photo of a blue plate with a small portion of well presented food This was one of the dishes we ate in Pulalli

Take your pick between a dozen or so top rated restaurants – but the food, wine and ambience we had at Pulalli in Piazzetta di Capri were all fabulous, so there’s at least one recommendation for you.

After dinner there’s only one place you’d find us and that’s eating ice cream from Buonocore Gelateria in the main square.

Tip: Book dinner reservations for each evening well ahead of time to avoid disappointment. We tried a few places and got turned away because we didn’t book in advance, and this was in May so it would be even worse in July or August.

Day 2: Capri

Our second day covers the remaining major attractions in the center and south of Capri. It’s an easy, relaxing and fun day with no major hikes – and of course there’s no ferry to deal with so it’s less stressful.

We did this day in the reverse order when we visited Capri, but we think the version below is more enjoyable and relaxing.

Breakfast (8:00am-9:30am)

Here’s one thing that surprised us in Capri – there was nowhere to get breakfast that had solid customer ratings or reviews. Maybe it’s because most hotels provide in-house breakfasts, but even so we still think there should be better places to get coffee and breakfast.

Our advice is to avoid all the cafes and restaurants in Piazza Umberto because they’re all overpriced, the food isn’t great and neither is the service. That’s not just us saying it, go on Google Maps and click on any of the restaurants to read the reviews.

The hotel we stayed in (B&B La Terrazza sul Mare) wasn’t in the best location for an efficient itinerary but it had amazing views, a great price and a fantastic breakfast. We’re sure most hotels in Capri town will also have excellent breakfasts and coffee, so you should be fine.

But if not, we did find one place that you can go as a backup – the same ice cream place we were in the night before (and each night after!) Buonocore doubles up as a pasticceria, and honestly it was fantastic.

We stopped in for a coffee and ended up eating way more food than we intended. The Pistacchini was sublime and the treats were delicious. If our hotel didn’t include breakfast, this is where we’d go every morning.

Capri Archaeological Museum (10:00am-11:00am)

Most people go straight to the Gardens of Augustus and don’t even know about Capri’s archaeological museum or the Charterhouse of San Giacomo, which are located nearby inside a 14th century Carthusian monastery with sea views. We did not make that mistake.

Photo of Capri archaeological museum grounds in an old monastery We took this photo of the grounds to show the scale of the complex

It’s just 5 minutes walk from Capri town to reach the old monastery, so it’s a nice and gentle start to working off a hearty breakfast.

Now, the museum and charterhouse aren’t going to blow you away (especially compared to museums in Rome, Florence or the National Archaeological Museum in Naples) but there’s a ton of interesting history at these sites and we thought they were well worth visiting.

Photo of the entrance to the certosa di capri We found this near the entrance to the charterhouse

Inside we saw works of art showcasing Capri at the height of its splendor when emperors Augustus and Tiberius reigned, including frescoes and sculptures.

The sea views were great (although other views were much better) and the vast courtyard was extremely photogenic. It could be a great place to try if you’re looking for off the beaten path Instagram photo spots.

  • Cost: €10/adult
  • Open: 10:00am to 5:30pm
  • Closed: Monday

Gardens Of Augustus (11:15am-12:15pm)

The Giardini di Augusto is one of Capri’s most visited attractions, and it was easy to see why when we got there.

It was smaller than we imagined, but the gardens were very beautiful with lush green grass and colorful flowers lining its curving stone paths.

Photo of colorful flowers in a garden in Italy on a sunny day These were some of the colorful flowers we saw in the gardens

And vibrant flowers are only one half of what makes this an unmissable part of any Capri itinerary. On the far side of the gardens after entering, we reached a terrace with yet more magnificent views but this time directly to the south over the Tyrrhenian Sea.

We took tons more photos of the Faraglioni but our favorite photo here was looking down over the twisting switchbacks of Via Krupp (which is where you’ll walk next).

Photo of a small statue in a garden with colorful flowers and trees This was our favorite part of the Gardens of Augustus

Conveniently, it’s only 5 minutes walk from the museum to the gardens and you can either pay on site or book in advance for entry. We paid in person upon arrival and didn’t have any issues with lines.

  • Cost: €2.50/adult (free under 12)
  • Open: 9:00am to 7:30pm (9:30am-4:30pm in winter)

Tip: In the mood for a lunch time splurge? Head up to Capri Rooftop right there in the gardens for a very expensive cocktail with a view!

Via Krupp (12:15pm-1:00pm)

Via Krupp is a narrow cobbled footpath hugging a giant cliffside with 8 very tight switchbacks connecting the Gardens of Augustus to Marina Piccola.

It’s free to walk anytime, but there are gates at the top and bottom which can be closed at short notice if there’s been a rockfall. And it closes each night between sunset and sunrise.

Photo of a cliffside walking path switchbacking sharply with the sea to one side This was the awesome Via Krupp path we walked up

The snaking path was built around 1900 by a mega-rich German industrialist called Friedrich Krupp who wanted an easier walking route between his villa near the charterhouse and the port at Marina Piccola.

Today, we have him to thank for leaving us such a scenic walking route to the beach!

Photo of a tourist walking up a narrow cliffside path in Italy Here’s Kristen walking up Via Krupp

We actually walked up Via Krupp from the beach to the gardens because we did this day in reverse, but we think this route is better for your trip.

Not just because we had the uphill on Via Krupp, but because you can cool down in the sea at the beach when the day is at its hottest.

Marina Piccola (1:00pm-3:00pm)

After enjoying a leisurely 20 minutes walk down the hairpin bends, you’ll arrive at Marina Piccola and it’s just a few more minutes walk to reach the beach.

Photo of two small wooden boats on a pebble beach with sunbathers behind We spent time relaxing on this part of the beach

The Spiaggia di Marina Piccola isn’t very big, it’s pebbly rather than sandy, and it’s a bit unorthodox with several buildings breaking up the beach access areas. But, after going to three beaches on the island, we thought it had the most “beach holiday” vibe.

We were surprised at how busy the beach was when we arrived at around 10:00am in mid-May, so if you don’t arrive until 1:00pm in the middle of the day in summer it’s probably going to be packed.

Photo of a small beach area with sun loungers and people bathing in a small cove in Capri We took this photo of the only part of the beach we didn’t visit

The good news is there are two free beach access areas, so you don’t have to pay to use the beach. But you can hire sun loungers in the central part of the beach area if you want to escape the crowds.

Tip: The sun disappears around a huge headland in the afternoon so plan where you put your towel down based on whether you want to be in or out of the sun.

Via Camerelle (3:00pm-4:00pm)

After a few hours chilling on the beach, we would head back to Capri town for a bit of retail therapy along the ritzy Via Camarelle.

We walked to the beach from town and it was all downhill, so we wouldn’t have fancied the long walk up with around 150m elevation gain (450ft). Instead, we’d hop on a shuttle bus for €2.40 each which leaves a few steps away from the beach – how convenient.

Photo of a white washed building entrance to a clothes store in Capri Italy We thought this was an attractive shop entrance on Via Camarelle

On Via Camarelle we walked past high-end designer stores like Chanel, Dior, Gucci and Hermes along with local independent stores selling clothes, leather goods and jewelry. You can even get custom sandals made in a place like Canfora which would be pretty cool.

Even if you don’t want to buy anything from Louis Vuitton (you won’t find us in there either!), Via Camarelle and its surrounding streets are bougie and fun to explore.

Capri Town Dinner (6:00pm)

And that’s a wrap for a relaxed second day. After the beach and a bit of shopping, it’s time to head back out into town for dinner.

We love (seriously love!) Neapolitan pizza so when we visit the Amalfi Coast we rarely go a day without getting a pizza for either lunch or dinner. In Capri town we ate our pizzas at Pizzeria Longano near the top of the funicular, and they were excellent.

Photo looking down onto the main square in Capri town with all the tourists sat eating and drinking under canopy and lights The main square in Capri town was busy in the evenings

If you want to stay out for a bit of lively atmosphere after dinner, head to Piazza Umberto. The drinks are overpriced but it was busy every night we were in Capri.

Day 3: Anacapri

After 2 days on the Capri side of the island, day 3 is all about Anacapri – the west side of the island which sits at a higher elevation.

The third day in our itinerary is busy, and it has a moderately strenuous hike called the Sentiero dei Fortini that might not suit everyone. It was easily our favorite hike on the island, but we’ll explain what you can do instead if you’re not up for the trail.

We did this day exactly like we’re going to show you now, and it worked perfectly so there’s no itinerary adaptations.

Bus To Anacapri (9:00am-9:15am)

After breakfast, we walked up to Capolinea bus terminal on Via Roma and hopped on a bus to Anacapri. It cost us €2.90 each as we boarded, but you can buy slightly cheaper tickets at a ticket office.

You can also buy a day ticket for €7.20 to get unlimited travel by bus on the island. If you follow our itinerary you’ll only need 3 buses, so the savings are minimal. But if you don’t do the hike you’ll need to get 5 buses so it would be worth buying.

Photo of a small orange bus at a bus stop in Italy This is the bus we took to Anacapri

The bus only took 10 minutes to reach the stop in Anacapri at Piazza Vittoria, so it was super easy and quick.

Tip: Feeling up for a bit of a morning challenge to blow the cobwebs off? Instead of taking the bus to Anacapri you can walk down towards Marina Grande and join a path leading to the Scala Fenicia – a steep staircase with over 900 steps connecting Capri to Anacapri. We walked down it after our day in Anacapri, but we’re not sure how much fun it would be going up!

Villa San Michele (9:30am-10:30am)

We started our day in Anacapri by walking 5 minutes to visit Villa San Michele. It’s one of the most popular attractions on the island and we thought it was definitely worth paying for.

The villa was once the home of Swedish doctor Axel Munthe and it houses an interesting collection of antiquities from the Roman, Etruscan and Egyptian eras.

Photo of Kristen Morgan from Where Are Those Morgans walking through a villa courtyard with plants Here’s Kristen walking around a part of the museum

We enjoyed walking around the villa, but for us it was all about the beautiful gardens and exceptional views over the Gulf of Naples. It was impossible not to get amazing photos!

  • Cost: €12/adult, €8/youth (free under 10)
  • Open: 9:00am to 3:00pm-6:00pm

Monte Solaro (11:00am-12:30pm)

After the villa we walked back to Piazza Vittoria and took the chair lift to Monte Solaro summit – the highest point in Capri at 589 meters (1,932 feet).

Photo of a tourist on a single person chair lift going up a mountain in Italy This is Kristen enjoying the views on the way up to Monte Solaro

Riding 2 of the 158 single-person chair lifts to Monte Solaro was among our favorite experiences from the 3 days we spent in Capri. Just the ride alone was great because we had awesome views over Vesuvius and Ischia. But it was about to get even better.

Once we arrived at the summit, we had unobstructed 360-degree views as far as the eye could see and it was a perfectly clear day so we could see a long way.

Photo of Kristen from Where Are Those Morgans at the top of Monte Solaro sat on a rock next to a plant with immense views over the sea and sky behind Here’s Kristen with immense views over sea and sky from the top of Monte Solaro

We walked around the old fortress, took dozens of photos of immense deep blue views of sky and sea meeting, popped in for a quick overpriced beer at the restaurant and then went back down to Piazza Vittoria. Easy, affordable and awesome.

  • Cost: €14 return
  • Open: 9:30am to 3:30pm-5:00pm

Lunch (12:30pm-1:30pm)

Back at the bottom of the chair lift, we walked 3 minutes onto Via Giuseppe Orlandi to eat lunch at Sciue Sciue.

Kristen ate another pizza and Mark tried their delightful ravioli capresi al limon, along with a couple of glasses of lunch time vino. It’s hard not to in Italy.

Photo of Mark and Kristen from Where Are Those Morgans sitting together for lunch at a small table outside in the sun in Italy Here we are eating lunch at Sciue Sciue in Anacapri

We were ahead of schedule, so we took a few minutes to go inside the Chiesa di San Michele and enjoyed seeing a wonderful painted tile floor. We paid €2 each to go in and the 1700’s floor was more than worth the entry fee.

Tip: Skip the Museo Casa Rossa, there’s really not much to see and the view isn’t great compared to what we’d just seen at Villa San Michele and Monte Solaro.

Blue Grotto (2:00pm-3:00pm)

Ahh, the Blue Grotto. This is Capri’s most notorious (not necessarily best) attraction and we think it’s one of those classic tourist conveyor belt things that will divide opinion. Some will love it and others will hate it.

We took a bus from Viale T. De Tommaso to the Blue Grotto (if you’re not sure, tell the bus driver “grotta azzurra”). It took around 15 minutes with several stops and it dropped us right outside a staircase leading down to the cave.

Photo of a line of people queueing on a narrow staircase next to a cliff waiting to get in boats for a cave tour in Capri We took this photo of the on land queue after we finished our boat ride

Now, we only had a few groups ahead of us on the steps plus around 3 or 4 boats, so our wait to get in wasn’t long. We paid €18 each, plus the expected tip (which they are pushy about) for less than 5 minutes inside.

We hated the weird negative energy around money and how obvious the rowboat guys made it that they only cared about getting their tips.

But we also loved the few minutes we had inside – it was like being transported to a blue world with dancing lights echoing and bouncing around the cave.

Photo of Mark and Kristen from Where Are Those Morgans in a tiny boat inside the Blue Grotto in Capri Italy We were happy the boat skipper took a quick photo of us inside the Blue Grotto

It was worth doing based on the circumstances we had, but if we went during a busier period and had a longer wait we don’t think it would be worth the drama.

  • Cost: €18 (under 6 free)
  • Open: 9:00am to 2:00pm-6:00pm

Note: If you’re following our itinerary between November and March, the Blue Grotto closes at 2:00pm so you’ll have to adapt the route to arrive in time.

Tips: The Blue Grotto closes in high winds, unfavorable weather and rough seas. Lines are longest between 11:00am-2:00pm, but it slows down afterwards and it’s quieter on land than in a boat. The best colors inside are between 12:00pm-2:00pm. So we timed it to have a balance between crowds and best colors.

Sentiero dei Fortini (3:30pm-6:00pm)

Hiking the 5km (3.3 miles) Sentiero dei Fortini from the Grotta Azzurra all the way down the entire west coast of Capri to Faro di Punta Carena is one of our favorite memories from the Amalfi Coast.

So even if you have a negative experience at the Blue Grotto, we promise things get much better right after leaving the cave.

Photo of an old fort on a rocky coastline on a clear day in Italy This was the most attractive fort photo we took on the hike

After walking back up the quiet road for around 10 minutes, we took a staircase down to a coastal path which marked the northern end of the Path of the Forts. And from there, it was a little over 3 miles of pure bliss.

If we’re being honest, the trail was harder than we expected because it had a lot of uneven surfaces and rocky sections. Plus, it was a hot afternoon and the trail was totally exposed, so we got pretty cooked even though we were careful with sunscreen, hats and plenty of water.

Photo of Mark from Where Are Those Morgans hiking the Sentiero dei Fortini in Capri on a rocky path Here’s Mark hiking a portion of the fort trail

But all in all, it was a superb hike with striking views throughout and it was a decent workout. We loved exploring the ruins of three old forts on the way and we took far too many photos.

Tip: If you’re not up for the hike, take the bus back to Anacapri after the Blue Grotto and then take another bus down to Faro di Punta Carena to see the lighthouse and relax in the chilled beach area.

Faro di Punta Carena (6:00pm-7:00pm)

We could see Punta Carena Lighthouse perched on the edge of the cliffs with nothing but endless sea behind as we neared the end of the hike, and were ready for a beer!

Photo of Kristen from Where Are Those Morgans on a hiking trail with trees and a lighthouse in the distance on a rocky headland Here’s Kristen near the end of the hike with Punta Carena Lighthouse in the background

So right as we finished, we grabbed snacks and beers at Lido del Faro, put our feet up and relaxed in the early evening sun, happy with what we’d accomplished in three days.

There were dozens of other tourists enjoying this much quieter beach area compared to Marina Piccola, and we struck up a few conversations about our favorite places in Capri.

Photo of a headland and cove with sun loungers out on the rocks next to the sea in Italy We took this photo looking back on Lido del Faro from the lighthouse

Looking back we really should have stayed for sunset, it’s pretty much the best place on the island for it. But we were ready for dinner, so we took a bus back to Anacapri and then another bus back to Capri.

We were tired and had an early start the next morning with a ferry to Positano, so we ate cheap (but great) burgers at Hangout Capri instead of a fancy sit down dinner, and enjoyed one last Aperol Spritz as we said farewell to Capri.

Tip: Early the next morning as we waited for our ferry we had excellent coffee and pastries at La Plaza in Marina Grande. It’s the best place to hangout for an hour before your ferry back to the mainland.

Attractions Map

Map key:

  • Red – Day 1 attractions
  • Blue – Day 2 attractions
  • Yellow – Day 3 attractions

How to use this map: Click the map above to activate, then tap any icon to see more information. See a list of all attractions by clicking the arrow icon in the top left, or see a full version of the map by clicking the “view larger map” icon in the top right. When you’re in Capri you can open the map, tap the next place you want to visit and get directions.

How to save this map: Click the small star next to the map title – this will add the map to your Google account. Open your Google Maps app, tap “saved”, then tap “maps” and open this map.

Itinerary Tips & Advice

Staying in Anacapri: If you decide to stay in Anacapri for a quieter experience, you can still follow our itinerary by taking buses across to Capri for days 1 and 2. There are plenty of great places to eat out in Anacapri, and they’re way less touristy than in Capri town.

Slowing down: If you feel like the itinerary is too fast paced, simply adapt or even remove some of the stops to make each day slower. Taking out the hikes on days 1 and 3 will make things less intense, and skipping the Blue Grotto will save you a ton of time on the third day.

Photo of several boats anchored next to a headland in Italy These were some of the boat tours waiting with us for the Blue Grotto

Boat tours: Let’s finish with one really popular thing to do in Capri that we didn’t include in our itinerary – taking a boat tour around the island. The only reason we didn’t include boat tours is because they eat up a fair bit of time and there’s loads to see on land. But if you would rather relax on a boat and tour around the island (we don’t blame you!), here are the top rated tours we can find:

  • Small Group: Capri island boat ride with swimming and limoncello (cheaper for individuals or couples)
  • Private Group: Tour the island for 3 hours (cheaper if group has 6 or 7 people)
  • Private Group: Tour the island for 2 or 3 hours (cheaper if group has 6 people)

All three boat tours above begin and end in Capri (rather than Sorrento or somewhere else on the Amalfi Coast) and they all have excellent guest ratings.

The two private group tours work out cheaper if you have 6-7 people in your group, but even with 4 people they work out around the same price as booking the small group tour which includes other people you won’t know.

Next Steps

We hope our itinerary helps with planning your trip to Capri, but please let us know if you have any other questions in the comments box a little further below.

Still figuring out your plans for Italy?

Finally, if you’ll be visiting more places on the same trip, we recommend reading our Italy travel guide for helpful tips and advice.

Happy Travels,

Mark and Kristen

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