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Sorrento

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Sorrento

Overlooking the Gulf of Naples with views of Vesuvius, Sorrento revolves around Piazza Tasso and the fishing village of Marina Grande. Birthplace of Torquato Tasso, it preserves the traditions of wood inlay and limoncello.

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View of the terrace of Sorrento's Villa Comunale over the Gulf of Naples, with Vesuvius in the background

What to See in Sorrento: Squares, Cloisters and Museums

From Piazza Tasso to the Vallone dei Mulini, from the Chiostro di San Francesco to the Museo Correale: the must-see stops in Sorrento.

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View of Sorrento from above, with houses on the cliff, the Gulf of Naples, and the profile of Vesuvius in the background

Sorrento in a Day: a Walking Itinerary from Center to Sea

A one-day itinerary in Sorrento: from the historic center to Vallone dei Mulini, from Marina Grande to Capo di Sorrento, ending with sunset over the gulf.

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Fishing boats pulled ashore in front of the colorful houses of Marina Grande in Sorrento, with the Gulf of Naples in the background

Marina Grande and Sorrento’s Sea: the fishing village

From Marina Grande, a fishing village, to Marina Piccola and Capo di Sorrento: how to enjoy Sorrento’s sea among boats, rocks and Vesuvio views.

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Natural turquoise-water pool among the cliffs of Capo di Sorrento, surrounded by pale rocks and Mediterranean vegetation

Bagni della Regina Giovanna: Sorrento’s Natural Pool

Among the rocks of Capo di Sorrento, the Bagni della Regina Giovanna form a natural sea pool. How it formed, what to see, and how to visit.

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View of the Bay of Naples from a terrace in Sorrento, with the sea in the foreground and the silhouette of Vesuvius on the horizon in late-afternoon light

Sorrento Views: Where to Photograph the Gulf and Vesuvius

From the Villa Comunale terrace to the Vallone dei Mulini, the best spots in Sorrento for photographing the gulf, Vesuvius, and the sea.

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Ripe lemons among the leaves in a terraced garden in Sorrento, with the Gulf of Naples in the background

Sorrento Flavors: lemons, limoncello and gulf cuisine

From Sorrento lemons to limoncello, from gnocchi alla sorrentina to Marina Grande fish: a guide to the city’s flavors on the gulf.

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Detail of a Sorrento wooden inlay with floral motifs in differently colored woods, with the blurred backdrop of the Bay of Naples

Sorrento intarsio and traditions: wood, music, rites

Wood inlay, lemons, Tasso’s verses and Holy Week rites: a guide to Sorrento’s living traditions and how to approach them respectfully.

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Ferry sailing in the Gulf of Naples off the Sorrento coast, with the silhouette of the island of Capri on the horizon

Day Trips from Sorrento: Capri, Positano and Amalfi

Capri, Positano and Amalfi from Sorrento: how to choose between sea and road, what to see at each stop, and how to plan the day.

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Family walking on the terrace of Sorrento's Villa Comunale, with the Bay of Naples and Vesuvius in the background

Sorrento with Kids: Family Holiday Guide

How to enjoy Sorrento with little ones: gulf walks, Vallone dei Mulini, the ports and the sea, with practical tips for slopes and pace.

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View of Sorrento from the sea, with the cliff, houses overlooking the Gulf of Naples and Vesuvius in the background

How to Get to Sorrento and Get Around: Train, Sea, Car

Train, ferry, car and bus: how to reach Sorrento from Naples and move around the center, ports and Capo di Sorrento, with practical tips.

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