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Amalfi Coast Maps

Updated: January 14, 2026 • By Santorini Dave

My Favorite Hotels on Amalfi Coast

• Positano: Il San Pietro
• Amalfi: Santa Caterina
• Ravello: Palazzo Avino
• Praiano: Casa Angelina
• Sorrento: Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria
• Maiori: Botanico San Lazzaro
• Naples: Grand Hotel Vesuvio

Amalfi Coast Towns.

Best Places to Stay on the Amalfi Coast

Amalfi Coast Region.

My Tips for the Amalfi Coast

  • 1. Download Offline Google Maps
    Cell service is unreliable on the winding coastal roads. Before you leave home, search “Amalfi” in the Google Maps app, tap the three-dot menu, and select “Download offline map.” Adjust the frame to cover the entire area from Sorrento to Salerno (including Capri). Tip: Star your hotel, ferry docks, and trailheads while you have Wi-Fi. Many hotels are hidden down pedestrian alleys that are difficult to find without precise GPS.
  • 2. Sorrento is the Strategic Gateway
    Sorrento sits northwest of the Amalfi Coast proper. It is the only town with a direct train line (Circumvesuviana) to Pompeii and Naples, plus fast ferries to Capri and Positano. It is flatter and more walkable than the coastal towns but lacks the dramatic cliffside scenery.
  • 3. Positano is Vertical
    Maps look flat; Positano is not. The town is built almost entirely vertically. Your hotel might be 400 steps up from the beach, which is physically demanding. It offers the best nightlife, luxury hotels, and photogenic views, but requires serious legwork.
  • 4. Amalfi Town is the Transport Hub
    Located in the geographic center of the coast, this is the main terminal for buses and ferries. It is the best base for exploring without a car. Bonus: The quiet, picturesque village of Atrani is just a 10-minute walk around the headland.
  • 5. Ravello is High Above the Sea
    Ravello is located inland on a mountain, not on the water. It has no direct beach access; you must take a bus or taxi down to the coast. It is sophisticated, quiet, and famous for its gardens and summer music festivals.
  • 6. Praiano for Sunsets
    Located just east of Positano, Praiano faces west. It is the only town on the coast that gets full afternoon sun and sunset views (Positano falls into shadow early). It is laid-back but spread out along the main road.
  • 7. Maiori & Minori for Families
    These constitute the only flat waterfronts on the coast. Maiori has the largest sandy beach; Minori is a pasta-paradise nearby. Both are stroller-accessible, family-friendly, and significantly cheaper than Positano.
  • 8. Salerno is the Southern Hub
    The southern bookend of the coast. Like Sorrento, it has a major train station with high-speed links to Rome. It feels like a working Italian city rather than a tourist resort, offering authentic food and lower prices.
  • 9. Map Reality: Ferries vs. Buses
    On a map, the coastal road (SS163) looks like a short drive. In reality, it is narrow, winding, and often gridlocked. Always choose the ferry over the bus for travel between Positano, Amalfi, and Salerno to save time and avoid motion sickness.
  • 10. The Parking Problem
    Maps do not show that parking is essentially non-existent. Most town centers are pedestrian-only (ZTL zones). Do not rent a car in summer. If you must drive, confirm your hotel provides a guaranteed parking spot before booking.

Amalfi Coast Road Map.

Amalfi Coast Ferry Map.

Amalfi Coast Train Map.

Amalfi Coast Hiking Map.

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