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Amalfi Coast Maps: Towns, Beaches, Ferries & Hotels

Updated: December 15, 2025 • 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

My Tips for the Amalfi Coast

  • 1. Download Offline Google Maps Before You Leave Home
    This is the single most important thing you can do before your trip. The Amalfi Coast is famous for its dramatic cliffs and winding roads, but this topography often kills cell service. An offline map works with your phone’s GPS even when you have zero signal, which is crucial for navigating winding roads, hiking trails, or finding your hotel in the maze-like pedestrian alleys of Positano.

    Here’s the simple process:
    • Search for “Amalfi” or “Positano” in the Google Maps app.
    • Tap the info panel at the bottom, tap the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top right, and select “Download offline map.”
    • Adjust the map frame to include the entire peninsula. I recommend zooming out to include Sorrento on the left, Salerno on the right, and the island of Capri.
    • Tap “Download.”

    Make the map your personal guide by “starring” (saving) key spots while you still have Wi-Fi:
    • Your hotel (many are hidden down pedestrian staircases that taxi drivers can’t reach).
    • The ferry docks in Positano and Amalfi (your main transport hubs).
    • SITA bus terminals.
    • Trailheads for hikes like the Path of the Gods (where signage can be scarce).

  • 2. Sorrento as the Strategic Gateway
    • Why: Look at the map – Sorrento sits northwest and a bit removed from the Amalfi Coast. It’s the only town with a direct train line (Circumvesuviana) to Pompeii and Naples, plus fast ferries to Capri and Positano.
    • Vibe: A bustling, resort-town feel. Flatter and more walkable than Positano, but lacks the dramatic “cliffside” scenery.
  • 3. Positano (The Vertical City)
    • Why: The most famous and photogenic town on the map. It’s built almost entirely vertically; looking at a 2D map doesn’t show the reality that your hotel might be 400 steps up from the beach.
    • Vibe: Glamorous, romantic, and crowded. The best nightlife and high-end fashion, but requires serious legwork.
  • 4. Amalfi Town (The Transport Hub)
    • Why: Located in the geographic center of the coast. It’s the main terminal for buses and ferries, making it the easiest base for exploring other towns without a car.
    • Vibe: Historic and lively, anchored by the massive Duomo. It feels more like a “real” town than Positano, though the main square gets packed with day-trippers.
  • 5. Ravello (The “Balcony” Above the Sea)
    • Why: Note its location on the map – it’s inland and high up on a mountain. It does not have direct beach access; you must take a bus or taxi down to the water.
    • Vibe: Sophisticated, quiet, and artistic. Famous for the Villa Rufolo gardens and summer music festivals.
  • 6. Praiano (The Sunset Village)
    • Why: Located just east of Positano. It faces west, meaning it’s the only town on the coast that gets full afternoon sun and sunset views (Positano falls into shadow early).
    • Vibe: Laid-back and spread out. Feels like a quiet fishing village, but be warned: it stretches along the main road, so walking between restaurants can be sketchy.
  • 7. Maiori & Minori (The Family Spots)
    • Why: These two towns have the only flat waterfronts on the coast. Maiori has the largest sandy beach; Minori is a pasta-paradise nearby.
    • Vibe: Less “posh” and more family-friendly. Stroller-accessible and significantly cheaper than Positano.
  • 8. Salerno (The Southern Hub)
    • Why: The southern bookend of the coast. Like Sorrento, it has a major train station (with high-speed links to Rome), making it an easy arrival point.
    • Vibe: A working Italian city rather than a tourist resort. Great authentic food and lower prices, but less “magical” scenery.
  • 9. Map Reality: Ferries vs. Buses
    • Why: On a map, the coastal road (SS163) looks like a simple drive. In reality, it’s narrow, winding, and often gridlocked.
    • Tip: Always choose the ferry over the bus for travel between Positano, Amalfi, and Salerno.
  • 10. The Parking Problem
    • Why: Maps don’t show that parking is non-existent. Most town centers are pedestrian-only (ZTL zones).
    • Tip: Do not rent a car in summer. If you must drive, ensure your hotel confirms “on-site parking”.

Amalfi Coast Region.

Amalfi Coast Road Map.

Amalfi Coast Ferry Map.

Amalfi Coast Train Map.

Amalfi Coast Hiking Map.

See Also

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