About this tour
A five-hour guided tour through Ravello, the Amalfi Coast's most refined hilltop village. You'll explore two architectural landmarks—Villa Rufolo, a medieval cathedral piazza anchored by one of Italy's oldest churches, and Villa Cimbrone, now an exclusive hotel with gardens that culminate in a jaw-dropping cliff-edge terrace. Between monuments you'll wander narrow streets lined with ceramic shops and local craftspeople. Private transport and an English or Italian-speaking guide included.
Highlights
- Duomo square, one of Italy's earliest cathedral sites
- Villa Rufolo's Renaissance architecture and summer music festival venue
- Villa Cimbrone's infinity terrace, 365 metres above sea level
- Botanical gardens suspended between mountain and Mediterranean
- Artisan alleys: ceramics, sandals, local trades
- Private air-conditioned transport throughout
What to expect
Your guide will meet you and drive to Ravello's upper village. You'll start at the Duomo, absorbing the quiet grandeur of its piazza before entering Villa Rufolo to study its rooms and courtyards. Next comes a stroll through pedestrian lanes—expect narrow staircases, small workshops, and few crowds compared to coastal resorts below. The final stop is Villa Cimbrone, where you'll walk the gardens at your own pace and reach the terrace: a narrow stone platform jutting into empty air with views stretching across the gulf. The walk is leisurely but involves uphill sections and uneven surfaces.
Good to know
Villa entrance fees (€18 total per person) are included. Wear comfortable shoes for cobblestones and stairs. The infinity terrace can be crowded mid-morning; arrival early or late in the tour window helps. Bring water. No lunch provided—eat before departing or grab something in the village.
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