Campania

The Campania region, stretching down the coast of southern Italy, is famed for the towns that are seemingly carved into cliff edges. The Amalfi coast is the most popular place to visit, which is best experienced on a road trip from Naples. Mount Vesuvius is an icon of the region, along with the stunning beaches found on the island of Capri.

To delve into the history of the region, a visit to Pompeii is a must. You can tour the excavated remains of this ancient Roman city, which was obliterated by one of Europe’s largest volcanic eruptions.

Top destinations in Campania

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Capri Island
Capri is the Mediterranean island of choice for the rich and famous. It's high-class restaurants and villas make it quite an exclusive destination, though it's still possible to enjoy the manicured landscape and glittering blue seas without spending a lot...
Amalfi Coast
The Amalfi Coast is only about 50 km in length but is one of the most popular travel destinations in Italy. It’s not hard to see why – the charming historical towns atop sheer cliffs, overlooking beautiful beaches and glittering...
Maiori
The town of Maiori on the Amalfi coast is a resort town dating to Roman times with expansive stretches of...
Positano
Positano is a village that seems to defy gravity as it clings to the side of a cliff on the...
Naples
Naples benefits from a prime position on the Gulf of Mexico and its crystalline, azure waters. The beaches are almost...
Ischia
Ischia is a volcanic island in the Bay of Naples, effortlessly inspiring wanderlust. Scattered with picturesque spa towns and adorned...
Sorrento
The terracotta-tiled rooftops of Sorrento epitomize traditional Italian architecture, and there is much of that to be seen in the...
Praiano
Praiano offers stunning, hidden beaches and grottoes, breathtaking hiking trails, and medieval guard towers dotting the headland. The town may...

What to see & do in Campania

Where & what to eat in Campania

10 Best Local Dishes from Naples
The best local dishes from Naples have made it onto menus the world over, from pasta drenched in creamy tomato sauce to the most famed and emblematic Italian dish of them all: pizza. Besides well-known favourites made from locally grown...
10 Best Local Dishes From the Amalfi Coast
The best local dishes from the Amalfi Coast often consist of fresh seafood delicacies caught on the region's shores. As...
13 Best Things to Do After Dinner on the Amalfi Coast
The beauty that floods every inch of the Amalfi Coast also characterises the local spots for night-time entertainment. The terraces...

Where to shop & what to buy in Campania

10 Best Markets in Naples
Markets in Naples allow you to quell your shopping bug at a low cost while finding everything from upscale clothing at a discount to handmade arts and crafts. You’ll find a traditional and joyful atmosphere of controlled chaos with friendly...
10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Naples
The best places to go shopping in Naples include the city’s artisan tailors, boutique jewellers, artist's workshops, and open-air markets....
10 Best Places to Go Shopping on the Amalfi Coast
Great places to go shopping on the Amalfi Coast range from lively produce markets to chic boutiques and charming family-run...

Where to go & what to do at night in Campania

9 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Naples
The best things to do after dinner in Naples range from thought-provoking arts and culture to all-night parties at clubs and bars. Explore some of the city's hidden courtyards and piazzas to find locals enjoying a relaxing nightcap at late-night...
9 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Sorrento
Sorrento is filled with excellent restaurants for waterfront dining and delicious Italian food, but the night doesn’t end there. You...
13 Best Things to Do After Dinner on the Amalfi Coast
The beauty that floods every inch of the Amalfi Coast also characterises the local spots for night-time entertainment. The terraces...

Useful information

Naples Travel Essentials
Our Naples Travel Essentials lays out the essential information you need to help planning your trip to one of the most popular destinations in Italy. No matter how frequently you travel, some questions will always need answers: What’s the weather like? How can I get from the airport to my hotel? What currency and type of plug do I need?...
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