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Sightseeing in Capri - what to see. Complete travel guide

Isle of Capri has always been associated with a refined atmosphere of luxury. Everything here is perfect, including its climate, scenery and hospitality of locals. The island is only 10 square meters round, but it would take a long time to see all the sights and visit all places of entertainment.
Cuisine of Capri for gourmet with top restaurants and cafe
Isle of Capri gained a reputation as an upscale resort, and it is safe to say that its exquisite culinary traditions fully comply with this status. The island is famous due to local cheeses; … Open
Three architectural attractions can be found already on Piazza Umberto. Those are the monastery of San Giacomo, the Clock tower and the Church of Santo Stefano. All religious buildings feature excellent exterior and original design of halls; they are true works of architectural art. The symbol of the island and its capital of the same name is the Phoenician Steps. Its length is slightly less than two kilometers. All those wishing to step the stairs from the beginning to the end will have to overcome 921 steps. This ancient staircase connects the capital of the island with Ankapri. It would take about half an hour to overcome the difficult path between towns. Archaeologists believe that the construction of stairs was built in the 7th century BC. The architectural complex has been completely renovated and restored in 1998.
In the middle of the last century, archaeologists have discovered the ruins of Villa Damekuta. The age of this architectural complex is about two thousand years. Nearby there are ruins of a medieval tower built in the 12-14th centuries. Among natural attractions Blue Grotto is noteworthy; this is a unique cave that is lit inside with a unique blue light. Boat tours are arranged there, during which you can see the grotto in all its glory. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Excursion over cultural sights of Capri - 'must visit' points of interest
Despite its modest size, the island of Capri is characterized by an abundance of unique attractions. There are amazing historical buildings and archaeological areas, as well as curious … Open
The most popular beach of the island is Marina Piccola. It’s notable because of white sand, playgrounds and diving schools, summer cafes and restaurants; the choice of entertainment options is truly great. There are many hiking and biking areas on the island. Tourists often participate in biking tours and excursions to remarkable historical and cultural places. Gourmets are recommended to visit Buca di Bacco restaurant located in the center of Capri. Wine lovers will enjoy the Aurora restaurant, which has its own wine cellar. In the Materita restaurant you could taste best dishes of Italian cuisine, as it is simply impossible to imagine vacations on Capri without tasting local delicacies.
capri The main advantages of Capri Island are enchanting beaches. The coast of the island has quite a complex structure. There are a lot of calm secluded coves that you can reach only by boat. Tourists can also visit beautiful pebble and artificial beaches of stone platforms here.
Your active city break in Capri. Attractions, recreation and entertainment - best places to spend your day and night here
Capri is a luxurious resort that enjoys continued popularity among international celebrities. Only two towns are situated on the island. The focus of elite entertainment, shopping, … Open
Connoisseurs of modern comfort should choose the Marina Piccola Bay. There are several well-equipped beaches. At the coast, there are cozy restaurants, sports and beach equipment rental centers. It will be comfortable to vacation here even with small children.
Capri, Italy Those travelers who prefer vacationing in uncrowded places will be impressed by the da Gioia Beach. Even in the middle of the tourist season, it has a calm and peaceful atmosphere. One of the main advantages of this beach is upscale fish restaurants. The Bagni Tiberio Resort with a big well-equipped beach is very popular with travelers with children. The sea is very calm in this coastal zone. It is very convenient to go into the water down the wooden stairs. At the coast, there are also very attractive hotels, restaurants, and shops.
Advices to travellers: what you should know while being in Capri
1. There is practically no traffic on the island, so vacationers usually move between objects of interest by taxi or mini- buses. Fans of excursions will be interested in exploring the … Open
Despite the fact that the La Fontelina Beach is rocky and not included in the list of the most comfortable beaches, it is very popular with tourists. The beach is famous for its picturesque landscapes. It is located in the submontane district of Faraglioni. This charming rocky beach is in private ownership now. There is one of the best restaurants on the island. The number of travelers wanting to have dinner in this amazing place is really huge, so it is better to reserve a table here beforehand.
View from the Capri Botanical Gardens The artificial Lido del Faro beach has its interesting peculiarity too. Its visitors can spend their time on spacious stone terraces carved right in the seaside rocks. When the beach was being developed, a small outdoor pool was created on one of the natural stone terraces. If you think that there are not enough charming beaches and natural beauties, you should visit Sorrento. Ferries go from the Capri port every day.
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Reference information
Map of all shopping areas
Shopping streets in Capri
♥   Shopping area ' Via Roma' Capri, 0.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all castles
Survived castles around Capri
♥   Castle 'Castel dell’Ovo' Naples, 30.8 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Castello Aragonese' Ischia, 30.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Castel Nuovo' Naples, 32 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Aselmeyer Castle' Naples, 32 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Vigliena Fort' Naples, 32.2 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Capri
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale del Vesuvio' , 34.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale del Cilento e Vallo di Diano' , 99 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale del Circeo' , 132.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Park 'Parco nazionale Abruzzo, Lazio e Molise' , 144.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Capri and around
♥   Art museum 'Archaeological Museum of the Campi Flegrei' Bacoli, 32 km from the center. On the map   Photo

Sights around Capri from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'

Vesuvio

From the series “The Most Active Volcanoes in the World”
Check on the map:   Distance from Capri center - 34 km.
In 1944, 57 people became disaster victims; during the eruption in 1980 it was managed to avoid human victims. In 1995, the neighborhood of the volcano was declared a nature reserve; now it’s attracting attention of tourists. Guests have an opportunity to walk around the reserve along fabulously beautiful gardens on the slopes of the volcano. There are also unique historical sites in the reserve, the ruins of the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, which was destroyed by one of the large-scale eruptions. … Read further

Vesuvius Volcano

From the series “Volcanoes and Traps That Changed the Face of the Planet”
Check on the map:   Distance from Capri center - 33.8 km.
One of the most recent devastating eruptions occurred in 1805, when lava flows have destroyed a significant part of Naples. The disaster claimed the lives of 26 000 people. Over the long history, Vesuvius activity have formed the most beautiful mountain landscapes in the immediate vicinity. This outstanding natural attraction was a magnet for visitors back in the 17th century. In the late 19th century, a funicular was built on the slopes of the volcano. The vehicle brought people to the volcano’s vent. However, it was destroyed during the next eruption in 1944. Currently, it’s possible to get to the crater of one of the most dangerous volcanoes in the world only using pedestrian path. … Read further

Baiae

From the series “Famous Sunken Towns”
Check on the map:   Distance from Capri center - 32.5 km.
The heart of the old city is the Bay of Pozzuoli, which is incredibly popular among divers. It’s located just a hundred meters from the shore. While diving, you can see the ruins of old buildings decorated with artful mosaics, as well as remaining pieces of luxury villas that are now home to exotic marine life. Several fine antique statues have survived in the flooded city; they have being standing proudly on unbroken stone pedestals for over a thousand years. The seaside town of Baiae is a popular resort, despite the fact that some of its priceless historical artifacts are hidden beneath the water. … Read further

Sightseeing in regions nearby Capri

Sorrento
Sorrento is a real cultural treasure of Italy. Here you will find a great number of museums and theaters, historic buildings and monuments simply can’t fail to leave indifferent absolutely any traveler. Capo di Sorrento is a small settlement, but it is considered ... Open »
Procida Island
Procida is the tiny island of volcanic origin, the smallest in the Bay of Naples. The island is home to about 10,000 people. Procida features amazing atmosphere of national color, as locals cherish their traditions and customs passing them on from generation to ... Open »
Amalfi
When making yourself familiar with landmarks of Amalfi, it would be a mistake to forget about the Civic Museum of Amalfi. Among numerous precious artifacts, this museum exhibits Tabula Amalphitana, the first codex of maritime laws in the city. This codex has 66 ... Open »
Atrani
Do you prefer to spend time in peace and silence? In this case, don’t forget to relax at the local beach. As the town is quite small and there are not many tourists, you can relax peacefully in this paradise on earth. The Mediterranean coast is especially beautiful ... Open »
Isola di Ischia
The most important historical landmark of the island is certainly Castello Aragonese located on top of a rocky cliff. The very first fortification in its place has been built back in Antique age. The fortress was fully rebuilt in the Middle Ages; the structure retains ... Open »
Agropoli
The history of this attractive Italian town started in the 6th century, when Agropoli was run by the powerful local family. During its history, the town was several times ambushed by pirates who wished to turn Agropoli into their base. Today one of the most notable ... Open »
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