Things to see in Capri
Latest update: 1 February 2024
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The breadth of sights and Things to see in Capri is just one reason behind the island's huge popularity.
Capri is situated directly south of Naples, the capital city of the Campania region, but geographically closer to the town of Sorrento on the eponymous peninsula. Naples and Sorrento are the main departure points for Capri but you can also reach the island from a number of other locations including the island of Ischia, the city of Salerno and the main Amalfi Coast towns such as Positano and Amalfi . |
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The island is synonymous with glamour and this can be felt most keenly on the shopping street of Via Camerelle with its designer boutiques and notable absence of price tags! The island does attract the rich and famous, whether mooring in a private yacht just off Capri's coast or staying in one of its luxury hotels.
However, exclusive as it is, the vast majority of visitors to the island are regular people with a desire to see some of Capri's natural wonders with the famous Blue Grotto and iconic Faraglioni sea stacks at the top of most lists.
With accommodation prices typically higher in Capri than for other areas of Italy, most visitors to the island come just for the day and return to places such as Sorrento, Ischia, the Amalfi Coast or Naples in the evenings. With that in mind, I've put together a series of Capri Itineraries that help you plan however much time you have on the island, whether it's for one day, two days or three days.
On the itineraries you'll find mention of Capri's highlights including the Piazzetta, the main square in Capri Town, the nearby Augustus Gardens and the beautiful Villa Lysis.
There are in fact two main towns on the island; aside from Capri Town which can be reached via a funicular railway from the main entry port of Marina Grande, there's Anacapri which roughly covers the western half of the island. Anacapri is home to one of the principal visitor attractions in Capri: Villa San Michele which houses the Axel Munthe Museum. Whether you want to go to a museum or not, it's almost an obligatory part of visiting Capri that you make your way to Villa San Michele which affords one of the most spectacular views on the island, down to Marina Grande and across to the Sorrento Peninsula in the distance.
Further spectacular views are available from Anacapri's Mount Solaro which those that suffer from vertigo (like me!) will walk up, while those less faint of heart will take the Mount Solaro Chairlift. You don't have to climb a mountain or even take a chairlift to enjoy the views in Capri however. I've put together a list of Panoramic Viewpoints that offer a range of options contingent on the time you have available and your general energy levels.
The aforementioned Blue Grotto is without doubt the most famous visitor attraction of Capri but there are other grottoes around the island that are captivating in their own ways. Despite the glamour tag put upon Capri, it's really nature that comes to the fore and nowhere is this more in evidence than the island's beautiful coastline where the azure waters lap against its shores. There aren't that many beaches on the island in the truest sense of the word, but there are several beach clubs; typically with on-site restaurants and access to the water via a platform in some cases.
Capri isn't huge and many of its sights are easily accessible by public transport. I've provided a guide to buses and taxis on the island, as well as a large section on getting here with the Capri Ferry Tickets and Timetables section. Day-trippers will also take note of the Capri Luggage Storage page which can be an essential part of your day.
Some sights such as Villa Lysis and the nearby Villa Jovis (once home to Roman Emperor Tiberius and his, erm strange habits towards lovers and children), can only be reached on foot; there are also some great Walking Routes for hikers to enjoy, including the beautiful Pizzolungo area where you can get up close with the Faraglioni sea stacks.
However, exclusive as it is, the vast majority of visitors to the island are regular people with a desire to see some of Capri's natural wonders with the famous Blue Grotto and iconic Faraglioni sea stacks at the top of most lists.
With accommodation prices typically higher in Capri than for other areas of Italy, most visitors to the island come just for the day and return to places such as Sorrento, Ischia, the Amalfi Coast or Naples in the evenings. With that in mind, I've put together a series of Capri Itineraries that help you plan however much time you have on the island, whether it's for one day, two days or three days.
On the itineraries you'll find mention of Capri's highlights including the Piazzetta, the main square in Capri Town, the nearby Augustus Gardens and the beautiful Villa Lysis.
There are in fact two main towns on the island; aside from Capri Town which can be reached via a funicular railway from the main entry port of Marina Grande, there's Anacapri which roughly covers the western half of the island. Anacapri is home to one of the principal visitor attractions in Capri: Villa San Michele which houses the Axel Munthe Museum. Whether you want to go to a museum or not, it's almost an obligatory part of visiting Capri that you make your way to Villa San Michele which affords one of the most spectacular views on the island, down to Marina Grande and across to the Sorrento Peninsula in the distance.
Further spectacular views are available from Anacapri's Mount Solaro which those that suffer from vertigo (like me!) will walk up, while those less faint of heart will take the Mount Solaro Chairlift. You don't have to climb a mountain or even take a chairlift to enjoy the views in Capri however. I've put together a list of Panoramic Viewpoints that offer a range of options contingent on the time you have available and your general energy levels.
The aforementioned Blue Grotto is without doubt the most famous visitor attraction of Capri but there are other grottoes around the island that are captivating in their own ways. Despite the glamour tag put upon Capri, it's really nature that comes to the fore and nowhere is this more in evidence than the island's beautiful coastline where the azure waters lap against its shores. There aren't that many beaches on the island in the truest sense of the word, but there are several beach clubs; typically with on-site restaurants and access to the water via a platform in some cases.
Capri isn't huge and many of its sights are easily accessible by public transport. I've provided a guide to buses and taxis on the island, as well as a large section on getting here with the Capri Ferry Tickets and Timetables section. Day-trippers will also take note of the Capri Luggage Storage page which can be an essential part of your day.
Some sights such as Villa Lysis and the nearby Villa Jovis (once home to Roman Emperor Tiberius and his, erm strange habits towards lovers and children), can only be reached on foot; there are also some great Walking Routes for hikers to enjoy, including the beautiful Pizzolungo area where you can get up close with the Faraglioni sea stacks.
Towns of Capri
Via Camerelle, Capri
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Capri Beaches
Bagni Da Maria, Capri
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Grottoes of Capri
Blue Grotto, Capri
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Panoramic Viewpoints of Capri
Belvedere Cannone, Capri
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Capri Walking Routes
Pizzolungo Walking Route, Capri
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Capri Itineraries
Villa Lysis, Capri
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The English Forts of Capri
Orrico Fort, Capri
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Faraglioni of Capri
Faraglioni of Capri
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Marina Grande of Capri
Marina Grande, Capri
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Marina Piccola of Capri
Marina Piccola, Capri
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Capri Museums and Villas
Villa San Michele, Capri
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Mount Solaro Chairlift
Mount Solaro Chairlift, Capri
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