I love Sorrento. I admit to bias here. My son was born in Sorrento 44 years ago, so it will always be special to me.
As I have said before, the best way to arrive in Sorrento is by boat. Ferries leave Naples regularly and travel along the coast to Sorrento past the impressive Vesuvius.
Coming into port in Sorrento is great. The town sits high above the water on vertiginous cliffs. I am very pleased there is a little bus to carry me from to port to the town. I am prepared to walk down, but the walk up does not excite me.
This narrow shopping street hasn’t changed all that much in 44 years except that it is now more crowded. Even in mid October the people keep coming.
Don’t miss Sedile Dominova, an open loggia created in the 16th century. What was once a place for noblemen is now a beautiful meeting place for workmen.
We ventured to the cliff at sunset. People were still swimming and relaxing beside the sea.
It is always great to drop into the gorgeous 14th century cloister of San Francesco.
We spotted a couple of great places to eat. This one looked especially lovely.
It belongs to this beautiful hotel. Il Marzialino.
We decided on this one, La Lanterna, on the recommendation of my niece, whose shop is nearby.
For some reason there are Samuri warriors dotted around Sorrento at the moment.
The harbour was busy the next morning as we set off for Capri.
Sorrento makes a great base to explore the Amalfi Coast. There is lots to see and do in town and lots of transport to the towns and islands nearby.
As well as the boats from Naples there is also a train. It leaves from one level below the Trenitalia trains at Naples station. The Circumvesuviana has been updated a bit since 1973, but is is still awful and travels through some unattractive areas. First timers must wonder what they are coming to. It is usually very crowded and you may have to stand for the entire journey…take the boat.
There are buses from Naples railway station and the airport to Molo Beverello where you catch the ferries.
Sorrento is stunning .. I was also wondering about the samuri warriors!!! Art
By: Anonymous on November 1, 2017
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There must be a reason for the warriors.
By: Debra Kolkka on November 1, 2017
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Deb you have just reminded me how stunning Sorrento is. Beautiful pictures. Yes lucky Brandon to have been born there.
By: Dianne Cant on November 1, 2017
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Sorrento is fabulous. I’ m going back in spring.
By: Debra Kolkka on November 2, 2017
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I have never been to Sorrento, but thanks to your wonderful photos, I love it too!!
By: 2gatherstones on November 1, 2017
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The Amalfi Coast is one of the most beautiful places in Italy, you must go!
By: Debra Kolkka on November 2, 2017
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Happy memories for me too. Our son was 7 and crazy about Michael Schumaker and Ferrari when we were there. How sadly some things turn out.
By: restlessjo on November 1, 2017
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I am always happy to return to Sorrento.
By: Debra Kolkka on November 2, 2017
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I fell in love with Sorrento in 1981 and hope to return one day. I found this info on the Samurai installation, I assume this is the same one. looks amazing.
http://www.relaisfrancesca.com/en/mostra-di-matteo-pugliese-vortici-in-villa-fiorentino.php
By: kathy on November 1, 2017
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Thank you for the link. I saw the other sculptures too and didn’t realise they were part of the same collection.
By: Debra Kolkka on November 2, 2017
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We took a local bus and visited all of the little hill villages with lovely if scary views – the bus trip is not for the faint hearted !!! Must go again
By: Elizabeth Litzow on November 1, 2017
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That was my local bus when I lived there all those years ago. I love it.
By: Debra Kolkka on November 2, 2017
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Great post and photos…but I had to wonder you made no comment about your meal at La Lanterna …I’m curious to know if you enjoyed it?
By: Susie on November 1, 2017
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It was great! I have spaghetti vongole, a favourite of mine.
By: Debra Kolkka on November 2, 2017
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I love the Sedie Dominova and those narrow streets! I have very fond memories from our last trip.
By: Mulino Dominillo on November 2, 2017
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That street is my favourite in Sorrento.
By: Debra Kolkka on November 2, 2017
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Another beautiful part of Italy Deb. The weather looked good for your visit.
By: Kerry & Jim on November 2, 2017
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I’ve been through Sorrento, but not long enough to roam around. I recall stopping at a facility that made laminated wood products … beautiful!
By: aFrankAngle on November 3, 2017
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