Discover Amalfi
Destination Guide
The Best of the Amalfi Coast
Pastel-hued houses cling on cliffs and hairpin roads wind through lush coastal mountains. A world of heritage, culture and beauty awaits. Steeped in history, Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, is the perfect base from which to explore Ravello, the Amalfi Coast, Positano and beyond.
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Villa Rufolo
Discover a palatial Moorish-style estate overlooking the Bay of Salerno. It’s here that Ravello Music Festival, the second oldest of its kind in Italy, boasts an array of arts each summer. It’s no wonder why Boccaccio featured this stunning villa in his famous collection of novellas, The Decameron.
Sant’Eustachio
Scale the heights of Scala, on the Amalfi Coast, to enjoy an exclusive picnic in the enchanting ruin of Sant’Eustachio. Enjoy the scent of lemon and olive trees, and be awed by the ruins of this historic church. It was built in the 12th century by the wealthy local d’Afflitto family in honour of the Roman martyr Eustace.
Valley of the Mills
A short ride from central Amalfi, this gloriously zesty lemon grove still follows ancient agricultural methods. Viewed from above, the derelict ruin is covered in thick vegetation. A hauntingly beautiful vision, a trip to this Sorrento sight is one of the best things to do on the Amalfi Coast.
