Amalfi City Guide
Amalfi in 2 Days: The Definitive 48-Hour Itinerary with Ravello
A weekend or 48 hours exploring amalfi in 2 days hits the sweet spot of the Amalfi Coast experience. With two full days, you do not need to rush: Day 1 is dedicated to maritime Amalfi, historical paper watermills, cliffside lemon groves, and an evening sunset boat cruise. Day 2 climbs into the cool romantic gardens and cliffside vistas of Ravello before descending for an authentic seaside dinner. Read alongside our Amalfi weekend guide and Amalfi region guide.
Quick answer The 48-hour schedule at a glance
Day 1 covers maritime Amalfi, Duomo, the Paper Mill, and a lemon tasting or sunset boat tour. Day 2 ascends to aristocratic Ravello to visit Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone, returning via the scenic stone staircases through Atrani.
Key takeaways
- Base yourself in central Amalfi for optimal bus and ferry hub connectivity without packing and moving luggage.
- Pre-booking a small-group sunset cruise on evening 1 reveals the vertical coastline from its most dramatic angle.
- Ravello is 25 minutes inland by direct SITA bus (€1.50) or a scenic 75-minute downhill hike via the Atrani stairway.
Day 1: Historic Amalfi, Lemon Terraces & Sunset on the Sea
Spend your first 24 hours discovering Amalfi's maritime legacy, vertical agriculture, and coastal grottos.
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Duomo di Amalfi, Crypt & Chiostro del Paradiso
$3.50 (€3.00)Enter the Cathedral complex right at opening. Wander the serene cloister, marvel at relics in the Apostle St. Andrew crypt, and view the cathedral's gilded ceiling.
walk 15 minutes min to next
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Historic Lemon Grove Walk & Limoncello Tasting
$42.00 (€36.00) with tastingHead into the Valle dei Mulini to explore private cliffside lemon terraces. Taste chilled artisanal limoncello, freshly baked lemon cake, and learn the cultivation secrets of the Sfusato Amalfitano.
walk 10 minutes min to next
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Museo della Carta (Amalfi Paper Mill)
$5.30 (€4.50)Discover how Amalfi became Europe's premier paper manufacturing hub in the 1200s. See operational water wheels, Dutch mash beaters, and craft a custom sheet of paper.
walk 15 minutes min to next
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Amalfi Coast Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
$68.00 (€58.00)Board a traditional wooden gozzo boat at Molo Pennello for a 2-hour golden hour cruise past Furore Fjord and Praiano with chilled prosecco and swim stops.
Day 2: Aristocratic Ravello, Cliffside Villas & Atrani Walk
Day two climbs into the clouds above Amalfi to explore Ravello's world-famous cliffside villas.
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SITA Bus or Minibus Transfer to Ravello
$1.75 (€1.50) public bus / $48 tourCatch the SITA bus from Piazza Flavio Gioia up the switchbacks of the Dragone valley to Ravello's Piazza Vescovado.
walk 25 minutes transit min to next
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Villa Rufolo Gardens & Panoramic Tower
$9.35 (€8.00) ticketWander the multi-level botanical terraces, 13th-century Moorish cloister, and the iconic Wagner viewpoint looking out across the Gulf of Salerno.
walk 12 minutes min to next
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Villa Cimbrone & the Terrace of Infinity
$11.70 (€10.00)Walk through Ravello's stone lanes to Villa Cimbrone. Walk out onto the Terrazza dell'Infinito, a clifftop belvedere lined with classical marble busts suspended 400 meters above the sea.
walk 15 minutes min to next
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Downhill Scenic Staircase Hike via Atrani to Amalfi
Free walkDescend the ancient paved medieval staircases passing lemon terraces and olive groves down to the picturesque piazza of Atrani, returning to Amalfi via the pedestrian rock tunnel.
Comprehensive 2-Day Amalfi Budget Matrix
Estimated itemized costs per person for 2 full days based on verified 2026 pricing in Amalfi and Ravello.
| Category | Budget Option | Comfort / Mid-Range | Luxury Tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Nights Hotel (per person, dbl) | $120.00 (€100.00) guesthouse | $280.00 (€240.00) 3-star hotel | $700.00+ (€600.00+) cliffside resort |
| Sightseeing & Entry Tickets | $18.50 (€15.50) DIY tickets | $90.50 (€77.00) guided tours | $240.00+ (€205.00+) private guides |
| Dining & Drinks (2 Days) | $70.00 (€60.00) pizza/trattorias | $150.00 (€130.00) seafood dining | $350.00+ (€300.00+) Michelin & fine wine |
| Local Transport (Ferries & Bus) | $15.00 (€13.00) public ferries/buses | $70.00 (€60.00) boat tour + bus | $200.00+ (€170.00+) private drivers |
| Estimated Total (2 Days) | ~$225.00 (€190.00) | ~$590.00 (€505.00) | ~$1,500.00+ (€1,280.00+) |
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Amalfi: Guided Walking Tour with Cathedral & Cloister Visit
2-hour historical walking tour through Amalfi's medieval lanes with ticket and licensed guide into Duomo di Sant'Andrea and the Chiostro del Paradiso.
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from $42.00
Amalfi: Lemon Tour & Limoncello Tasting at Historic Terraced Grove
2-hour walk through vertical family-owned lemon groves above Amalfi, concluding with artisan limoncello and organic lemon cake tasting on a shaded terrace.
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from $48.00
Ravello, Villa Rufolo & Historic Cliff Gardens Guided Tour from Amalfi
3-hour guided discovery of hilltop Ravello with entrance ticket to Villa Rufolo, licensed art historian guide, and round-trip transport from Amalfi.
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from $68.00
Amalfi Coast Sunset Boat Tour with Prosecco & Local Aperitivo
2-hour golden hour cruise along the Amalfi Coast with chilled prosecco, mozzarella & tomato bruschetta, and sunset swimming stop.
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from $145.00
Private Amalfi & Atrani Medieval Alleys Guided Historical Walk
2.5-hour exclusive private historical walk linking Amalfi and medieval Atrani through covert alleyways, doge election churches, and panoramic clifftop lanes.
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2-Day Itinerary Geographic Map
Day 1 focuses on coastal and central Amalfi; Day 2 encompasses the elevated mountain redoubt of Ravello and historic Atrani.
Day 1 focuses on coastal and central Amalfi; Day 2 encompasses the elevated mountain redoubt of Ravello and historic Atrani.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Days in Amalfi
Should you stay in Amalfi or Positano for a 2-day visit?
Amalfi is vastly superior logistically: it has direct ferry connections to Salerno, Positano, and Capri, plus direct SITA buses to Ravello. Positano has no bus to Ravello and is heavily congested with vertical staircases.
How do you get from Amalfi to Ravello without a car?
SITA Sud bus 5110 departs from Piazza Flavio Gioia roughly every 30 to 45 minutes, costing €1.50 one-way and taking 25 minutes. Alternatively, licensed taxis charge a regulated flat rate of €40.00.
Is the walk down from Ravello to Amalfi difficult?
The walk is entirely downhill along ancient paved stone paths and steps (approx 1,200 steps). It takes about 60 to 75 minutes. Anyone with healthy knees will find it scenic and deeply rewarding.
Do you need to pre-book Villa Rufolo tickets in Ravello?
Generally no: Villa Rufolo has multiple ticket counters and tickets (€8.00) can be purchased on arrival. However, during the summer Ravello Festival concert evenings, garden access closes early.
What is the best evening activity in Amalfi?
A small-group sunset boat cruise along the coast or enjoying an aperitivo with local olive oil taralli in Piazza Duomo while listening to the cathedral bells.
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