Art and history

Roman villas, medieval maritime republics, Arab-Norman cathedrals, Renaissance art, and modern architecture by Oscar Niemeyer. The Amalfi Coast is an open-air museum spanning two millennia.

1. 1Amalfi Cathedral & Cloister of Paradise9th-century cathedral with Arab-Norman facade. The Cloister of Paradise (1200 AD) is one of the finest medieval cloisters in Italy.Town
2. 2Villa Cimbrone, RavelloCreated by English Lord Beckett in 1904. A fantasy of mixed styles leading to the Terrace of Infinity — 'the most beautiful view in the world.'Town
3. 3Roman Villa, Minori1st-century AD villa with intact stuccos, frescoes, and mosaics. Free entry, nearly always quiet. A hidden treasure.Town
4. 4Vietri ceramics — 500 years of craftThe Solimene factory by Paolo Soleri is an architectural icon. Raito above town has workshops where you can paint your own piece.Town
5. 5Auditorium Niemeyer, RavelloA bold modern statement in a medieval town. 400-seat concert hall by the Brazilian architect Oscar Niemeyer.Town
6. 6Amalfi Paper MuseumSee 500-year-old bambagina paper being made by hand. The same techniques Amalfi’s merchants used to trade across the Mediterranean.Town

The other collections.

• As a coupleFor couples who want more than just a beach6 places
• Walk and swimTrails, cliffs, water, and the thrill of discovery6 places
• At the tableEat your way along 40km of coastline6 places
• With childrenWhere to go with kids (and where to skip)6 places
• Away from the crowdsThe coast beyond the postcard6 places