Sorrento Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sorrento
Sorrento
Baths of Queen Giovanna showing rugged coastline and tropical scenes
Piazza Tasso which includes a city and street scenes as well as a large group of people
Baths of Queen Giovanna showing rocky coastline

The gateway to the impressively beautiful Amalfi Coast, Sorrento is a clifftop highlight on this stretch of coast. Expect delicious food, inspiring views and warm hospitality in this delightful corner of Italy.

The busy road from Naples to Sorrento leads you from the city, through several tunnels until you emerge onto the winding coastal road. Far beneath that cliff face is the Bay of Naples, twinkling away in the sunlight and a view that gives you that holiday feeling.Sorrento is one of the first towns you will happen upon after the chain of tunnels from Naples and is an ideal base to get a flavour of everything this region has to offer. Famous for its lemons and, of course, limoncello, Sorrento is larger than its Amalfi Coast town counterparts, but, for all its popularity with tourists, you’ll get the sense that it hasn’t lost its genuine local heart. The elegant town of Positano and boat trips to Capri are enviable possibly day trip options out of Sorrento.If you've come to Sorrento in search of tasty seafood, the town happily obliges. You'll find seafood restaurants aplenty, particularly around the marina area. Pass a long, leisurely evening there dining on fresh fish over the water with the majestic cliffs of Sorrento as your backdrop and the imposing sight of Mount Vesuvius as your view over the Bay of Naples. Fine foods are not the only thing to spend your money on, however, since Sorrento sells excellent lace and ceramics in the shops that dot the lovely streets.The town's proximity to the enchanting, mysterious Pompeii is an opportunity that you cannot let pass you by on your trip to Sorrento, especially as Pompeii is just an hour away in the car. Frozen in time, this UNESCO World Heritage site is a genuine archaeological wonder, having survived the eruption of Mount Vesuvius, and allows you to wander round streets, houses, shops, temples and amphitheatres that have been around for centuries.Once you’ve experienced Sorrento and the surrounding Amalfi Coast area, you’ll understand why this region is on the bucket list of so many.

Where to stay in Sorrento

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Sorrento City Centre

4.5/5(123 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and breathtaking beach views are just a few highlights of Sorrento City Centre. Make a stop by Piazza Sant'Antonino or Sorrento Marina while you're exploring the area.

Sorrento City Centre
Sorrento Coast featuring a city and street scenes

Sorrento Historic Centre

4.5/5(340 area reviews)

Sorrento Historic Centre is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Sorrento Lift and Sorrento Cathedral, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Sorrento.

Sorrento Historic Centre
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Priora

Some popular features of Priora include its seaside views and restaurants. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Sorrento Cathedral or Sorrento Beach are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Priora
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Marina Grande

When in Marina Grande, you can plan a visit to Sorrento Beach and Sorrento Lift, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Marina Grande
Baths of Queen Giovanna featuring general coastal views and forest scenes

Capo di Sorrento

If you're spending some time in Capo di Sorrento, La Pignatella Beach and Baths of Queen Giovanna are top sights worth seeing.

Capo di Sorrento
Grand Hotel Cesare Augusto

Grand Hotel Cesare Augusto

4 out of 5
Via degli Aranci, 108, Sorrento, NA
The price is ₹17,274 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
₹17,274
₹19,813 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sorrento. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (547 reviews)
Loved our stay and wanted to extend.
"We really enjoyed our stay. The location is excellent. Roof bar view is great. The pool is very clean. Night entertainment was fun. Our room was large enough for 3 and cleaned and restocked with towels every day."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Grand Hotel Cesare Augusto
So' Lifestyle Hotel Sorrento

So' Lifestyle Hotel Sorrento

4 out of 5
Via Rota, 44, Sorrento, NA
The price is ₹15,022 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
₹15,022
₹17,339 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Sorrento. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (135 reviews)
"Great clean modern hotel Free breakfast every morning Large luxury rooms A must stay"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

So' Lifestyle Hotel Sorrento
Grand Hotel Aminta

Grand Hotel Aminta

4 out of 5
Via Nastro Verde, 23, Sorrento, NA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sorrento. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Piazza Tasso and Sorrento Beach ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (988 reviews)
"Our stay was wonderful from start to finish! The rooms, staff, drinks and food were excellent but what took our breath away was the views! To wake up and see that view every morning as we walked down to breakfast was amazing! Desk staff are very helpful with suggestions and the free breakfast has ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Grand Hotel Aminta
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Villaggio Campeggio Santa Fortunata Campogaio

Villaggio Campeggio Santa Fortunata Campogaio

4 out of 5
Via Capo 39, Sorrento, NA
Stay at this 4-star beach campsite in Sorrento. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions Piazza Tasso and Sorrento Beach are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (348 reviews)
"Better than expected ! Meticulous grounds and reliable shuttle. BEAUTIFUL views and fabulous beach area with snack station, bathroom and showers"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Villaggio Campeggio Santa Fortunata Campogaio
Mermaids' Dream Sorrento

Mermaids' Dream Sorrento

Via degli Aranci 80, Sorrento, NA
Stay at this apartment in Sorrento. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and airport pick-up service (surcharge). Popular attractions Piazza Tasso and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
"Rooms are nice, Ernesto is ver helpful. I love my stay!"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

Mermaids' Dream Sorrento
YourHome - Blue Marina Rooms

YourHome - Blue Marina Rooms

Via degli Aranci 21, Sorrento, NA
Stay at this apartment in Sorrento. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, concierge services and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Piazza Tasso and Sorrento Marina ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"Found out There was miscommunication at the beginning. I booked through Expedia and when communicating through the hotel we had established they would arrange pick up at train. Then my phone number went in WhatsApp and continued communication found out was with local caretaker who knew nothing of ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

YourHome - Blue Marina Rooms
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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