Picture Perfect Rome to Amalfi Coast Day Trip in Italy

Get ready to be enchanted by the beauty of the Amalfi Coast! Explore colorful villages perched on dramatic cliffs with amazing views of the Mediterranean Sea. Meander the charming picturesque streets filled with local shops, or simply relax and take in the incredible views with a glass of limoncello in hand. These charming seaside village on the Amalfi Coast are truly a must-visit for anyone headed to Italy on vacation.

Rome to Amalfi Coast Day Trip

The Amalfi Coast is a breathtaking stretch of coastline in southern Italy, known for its dramatic cliffs, colorful villages, and stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea. This picturesque region is famous for its charming towns like Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello, where visitors can wander through narrow streets lined with cafes, shops, and historical sites. The Amalfi Coast is also a popular destination for beach lovers, with many beautiful spots to soak up the sun and take a dip in the crystal-clear waters.

Sunset in Manarola, Cinque Terre, Italy. Amazing town in the italian mediterranean sea coast.

tours to amalfi coast from rome

There are several options to visit the Amalfi Coast from Rome. You can get to cities along the Amalfic coast by car, budget-friendly buses, and ferry. If you’re coming from a major city like Rome, you can take a train to Naples, Sorrento or Salerno and then transfer to a bus or ferry to reach the Amalfi Coast.

I like the convenience of doing a Tours to Amalfi Coast from Rome which takes care of the transportation, and trust me the windy, narrow drive is insane so you want someone driving you there! It is 3 1/2 hours drive each way to get to the coast, so it is not a cheap trip.
Take a high speed train from Rome to Naples, which takes 1 hr 10 minutes and costs $15-77. Then take a less expensive tour to Amalfi Coast from Naples. This would work if you found a good flight to fly into Naples from overseas, take the tour and then take the train to arrive in Rome. This option is still cheaper than the tour directly from Rome, but it invovles more steps on your part.
To maximize our time in Italy and see even more we decided to see Pompeii and the Amalfi coast in one day with this tour. I’m so glad we took advantage of seeing them both in one day. It’s a long day, but doable. It also was basically the same cost to do both as to do one so this was a better value.

To be honest I could have spent days in the Amalfi Coast alone – it’s so beautiful! But we only had so much PTO and money for out trip so this allowed us to do it all.

Some of the cities that are considered part of the Amalfi Coast include Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, Salerno, and Sorrento. Each of these cities offers its own unique charm and attractions, from the pastel-hued buildings of Positano to the historic cathedral in Amalfi and the lush gardens of Ravello.

Amalfi day trip from rome

Our tour picked us up from a central plaza in Rome and took us in a bus on a 3 1/2 hour drive with scenic vistas on the windy roads. Our drive stoppped for pictures along the way at several scenic overlooks

Such beautiful, dramatic views as we went.

If you are afraid of heights, don’t look down! If you get motion sickness, I suggets taking Dramamine or Bonine before you begin the drive.

When you get there they will orient you and then let you explore on your own with a scheduled meet time for the return. Our main stop was the town of Potsiano. As the village is perched on the side of a cliff, there is a lot of inclined walking up and down. The view though is truly spectactular everywhere you turn.

The frozen limoncello is a must! Not only is it absolutely delicious and a regional specialty, but it will re-energize you for all the walking!

So what’s there to do in Potsiano? You wander through the charming streets lined with tourists, shops, cafes and beauty. We visited in late May and it was perfect.

amalfi coast day tour from rome

The charming homes were all adorned with beautiful flowers.

We enjoyed some local pastries both sweet and savory from a local cafe and wandered up and down streets. The hikes were rewarded with beautiful vistas no matter which way you turned. We left tired, but so happy we went and got to enjoy this little slice of heaven, even if it was just for several hours. For those wondering, there are no public toilets, but local cafes will allow you to use your restroom.

pompeii and amalfi coast tour from rome

So is it worth the time and money to spend time in the Amalfi Coast? I think the pictures speak for themselves – a resounding YES! The Amalfi Coast has been recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, cementing its status as one of the most beautiful destinations in the world. Trust me, it’s worth all the hype.

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