Gondolier steers boat down a venetian canal.
photography of white and yellow concrete buildings during daytime
a narrow alley way with potted plants on either side
a couple of boats floating down a river next to tall buildings
a view of a town on the edge of a body of water

Holiday in Sorrento

City in Italy — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇮🇹

Country

Italy

Type

City

Best time to travel

April to June, September to October

Budget/day

100-170 EUR

Getting there from Germany

Flight to Naples (about 2 hours), then 1 hour by Circumvesuviana train directly to Sorrento

About Sorrento

Sorrento towers on dramatic cliffs above the Bay of Naples and offers one of Italy's most iconic views - across the deep blue sea to the mighty Vesuvius. The town has been a favorite destination for German tourists since the 19th century and has lost none of its charm. The lively Piazza Tasso, the winding alleys of the old town with their inlay workshops, and the enchanting scent of lemon blossoms and fresh pizza make Sorrento the perfect base for exploring Campania. From here, you can easily reach Pompeii and Herculaneum, the Amalfi Coast, Capri, and Ischia. The local Limoncello tradition is particularly vibrant here, and in the numerous trattorias, Gnocchi alla Sorrentina is served, which is among the best in all of Italy.

Food
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Romance
90
Culture
80
Safety
80
Relaxation
75

Top 4 highlights in Sorrento

The places you absolutely must not miss.

1

Piazza Tasso

The vibrant heart of Sorrento with cafes, street musicians, and the best starting point for walks through the old town

2

Marina Grande

The old fishing district below the cliffs with colorful boats, authentic fish restaurants, and the charm of bygone times

3

Bagni della Regina Giovanna

Hidden natural bay with Roman ruins, framed by rocks - one of the most beautiful bathing spots in the region

4

Trip to Capri

By ferry in just 20 minutes to the glamorous island of Capri with the famous Blue Grotto and luxury boutiques

Hotels in Sorrento

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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen

Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie

Best time to travel for Sorrento

Recommended travel time

April to June, September to October

Summer

28-33°C, sunny and warm, perfect for swimming, but high season with many tourists

Winter

8-14°C, mild for Southern Italy, ideal for cultural excursions to Pompeii without the summer heat

How much does a holiday in Sorrento cost?

Average costs per person per day

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Budget

55-80 EUR

Hostel, Street food, Public transport

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Mid-range

100-170 EUR

Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions

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Luxury

250-500 EUR

Boutique hotel, Fine dining

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4 travel tips for Sorrento

Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.

Take the Circumvesuviana train from Naples - cheap and direct, but watch out for pickpockets

Ferries to Capri, Amalfi, and Positano depart directly from the harbor - buy tickets in the morning

Visit the inlay workshops on Via San Cesareo - Sorrento is famous for its wooden inlays

In the off-season (April/October), hotels are often half the price with the best weather

Food & drink in Sorrento

These specialties you must try!

Gnocchi alla Sorrentina - potato gnocchi baked with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and fresh basil
Limoncello - the world-famous lemon liqueur, particularly aromatic in Sorrento made from the local Sfusato lemons
Caprese salad - buffalo mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, here at the place of origin with the best ingredients
Delizia al Limone - airy lemon cream dessert, the signature pastry of the entire Sorrentine Peninsula
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