Amalfi Travel Guides

One carryable bag can cover an Amalfi shoulder-season day that moves from sand to stairways to a Duomo stop. Choose a removable coverage layer, footwear that stays on your feet, quick-drying swimwear, and a thin towel, then adjust for the day's conditions before you leave.

A boat day on the Amalfi Coast changes the moment you leave the pier: you board from uneven ground, sit exposed to sun and spray, and feel a chill once the boat picks up speed. This guide covers windproof layers, footwear that works on wet decks and cobblestones, a day bag that stays put, and what to leave at the hotel.

Amalfi's villages climb a cliff, so your feet and your day pack do most of the work. This guide weighs grip against cushioning, explains when a sturdy sneaker is enough, and shows how to carry water and rain gear between the harbor, the Duomo and the upper terraces.

Amalfi rewards a small, layerable capsule: broken-in walking shoes for steep stone stairs, breathable fabrics for coastal humidity, one light cover-up for churches, a swimsuit for boat days, and a rain layer for the shoulder season. This guide explains the trade-offs so each item works on stairways, in the Duomo, and along the waterfront.

November in Amalfi is a different packing problem from summer: mild but damp days, rain that can settle in for hours, choppy seas and shorter daylight. A waterproof shell, grippy shoes for wet stone and warm mid-layers for evenings do more for your comfort than any summer outfit.