The Amalfi Coast is one of the most beautiful areas in all of Italy. A jewel in this crown is Positano, a stunningly gorgeous little town nestled into the side of a cliff facing the sea.
We caught the local Sita bus from Sorrento, an experience in itself. The bus hurtles around the hair pin turns, narrowly avoiding traffic coming in the opposite direction. Buses sometimes have to stop to pull in their wing mirrors before moving on. The noise of the horns will stay with you forever.
The bus stops at the top of the town. Come for a walk down the hill with me.
We were lucky to have a glorious blue sky autumn day for our visit. Positano sparkles in the sun.
This must be one of the most photographed trees in the world.
The beach soon appeared, blue umbrellas waiting for their guests. You can see that more people have gathered on the free part of the beach.
The dome of the little church appears as we round a corner.
A tree with pink blossoms provides a lovely frame for the view.
There are some wonderful places to stay, eat and shop in Positano.
There are colourful pots filled with flowers even though the season is almost over.
The streets leading down to the beach are narrow, winding and steep.
By the time we got to the beach crowds had gathered and the restaurants were filling up.
We had delicious lunch at Chez Black. It has been around since 1949 and I remember an excellent lunch there in 1972.
Then it was back up the hill to take the bus on to Amalfi.
The blue umbrellas had attracted a few more people.
The church dome still looked lovely.
And the tree still cut a fine figure.
This ruin sits on the edge.
….a last look at the view.
Tips for the bus.
The Sita bus leaves from in front of the railway station in Sorrento. There is usually a line waiting to catch each bus, so be early if you want a seat.
Sit on the right side of the bus (looking forward) to get the best views of the coast.
The bus fare to Positano is €3 or you can get an all day ticket for €8 which will take you along the coast and back.
Breathtaking 💖🌸🌺
By: Dr Dolly Daou on October 25, 2017
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The whole coastline is stunning.
By: Debra Kolkka on October 26, 2017
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Positano and the whole Costiera Amalfitana are absolute jewels. Thank you for the beautiful photos. They bring back wonderful memories.
By: Mulino Dominillo on October 25, 2017
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I absolutely love the Amalfi Coast. I must spend more time there.
By: Debra Kolkka on October 26, 2017
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Brings back memories of this gorgeous part of Italy. A friend and I took the bus from Sorrento to Amalfi and Positano – the tree with the pink flowers is I think a Judas tree – great photos Deb
By: Elizabeth Litzow on October 25, 2017
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Judas trees usually bloom in early spring. This one must be having a crisis. It is certainly beautiful.
By: Debra Kolkka on October 26, 2017
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You again capture the beauty of Italy……the tree pictures are fabulous as well seeing the currants in the water……
By: sealights99 on October 25, 2017
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The day was a little hazy, but very beautiful.
By: Debra Kolkka on October 26, 2017
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Absolutely breathtakibg Debra!
By: thirdeyemom on October 25, 2017
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Positano is spectacular.
By: Debra Kolkka on October 26, 2017
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Such fond memories of this gorgeous town….and the steps!! Lovely little reminder, Thanks Debra. 🙂
By: amindfultravellerblog on October 26, 2017
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There are many steps!
By: Debra Kolkka on October 26, 2017
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Lithe of limb and golden tanned i am strolling those streets, languidly enjoying the sky of blue and the shops for my inspection – you can see me … can’t you 🙂
By: Jan on October 26, 2017
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I can see that!
By: Debra Kolkka on October 26, 2017
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Beautiful photos! I wish I could be here right now enjoying the sun instead of cold and rainy Helsinki, first snow arrived here last night.
By: Ticket to Adventures on October 26, 2017
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I will be in Helsinki in a couple of weeks. I hope I find snow.
By: Debra Kolkka on October 26, 2017
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Bellissssssima! You get everywhere Debra😁
By: TuscanyVillages on October 26, 2017
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I try.
By: Debra Kolkka on October 26, 2017
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Absolutely gorgeous photos….we must visit there one day!
By: Kerry & Jim on October 26, 2017
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You must. It is a stunning area.
By: Debra Kolkka on October 28, 2017
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These are dream vistas. Hopefully I’ll get to visit there one day! 😀
By: Lorraine @ Not Quite Nigella on October 28, 2017
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I’m sure you will.
By: Debra Kolkka on October 31, 2017
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Positano is on my bucket list. Ever since I saw “Under the Tuscan Sun” I have wanted to visit. Your photos just make me want to hop in a plane right now!
By: Melissa on October 29, 2017
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I read that book many years ago and enjoyed it. Italy has many beautiful regions to visit.
By: Debra Kolkka on October 31, 2017
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One day I will get there. 🙂
By: Melissa on November 1, 2017
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Wonderful photos!
By: orna2013 on November 12, 2017
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A jewel, indeed!
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