Set in a wide cleft in the cliffs, Amalfi is the largest town and perhaps the highlight of the coast, and much the best place to base yourself. It has been an established seaside resort since Edwardian times, when the upper classes found the town a pleasant place to spend their winters. Actually Amalfi's credentials go back much further.Amalfi was finally vanquished by the Normans in 1131, and the town was devastated by an earthquake in 1343, but there is still the odd remnant of Amalfi's past glories around today, and the town has a crumbly attractiveness to its whitewashed courtyards and alleys that makes it fun to wander through.

A spectacular sand and shingle beach contrasts with the neatly whitewashed houses of the nearby town. Enjoy a relaxing stroll along the promenade or wander the exquisite back streets lined with small shops, restaurants and cafés. These are just some of the features of Amalfi which, combined with its natural beauty and mild climate make this one of Italy’s most popular seaside resorts. Ravello Set back on a clifftop, high above the coast, is the beautiful little town of Ravello, famed for its two villas with their glorious gardens, Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone, and its incomparable panoramic views of the Amalfi coastline below. Ravello is a quiet haven, where you can escape from the busy world, enjoy excellent local food and wine, spectacular walks and the natural beauty of this unforgettable coastline. Its tranquil atmosphere and sublime surroundings have inspired many artists and musicians and the quiet town comes to life during the open-air Summer Music Festival.