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Sorrento (Capri), Italy
Sorrento is a quaint hilltop haven on Italy’s Amalfi Coast. An elevator ride can shepherd you down to the two local marinas that sit on the Bay of Naples. Via San Cesareo is filled with shops and bars where you can stop in for a taste of the local liquor, Limoncello. There are several incredible sites that are easily accessible from the city. Take a scenic ride through the hills on Amalfi Drive or hop a ferry to the ruins of Pompeii.
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What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Port of Sorrento. Ship will ANCHOR OFFSHORE at this port. -
Time Zone
CET (Central European Time); UTC/GMT +2 hours -
Language
The local language in Sorrento is Italian. -
Currency & Shopping
The local currency is the Euro. Via San Cesareo is filled with boutiques where visitors can shop for clothing, ceramics, and local delicacies. -
Famous For
Amalfi Drive is a Roman road that stretches up and through the coastal cliffs connecting Sorrento and Amalfi. -
Fun Fact #1
There are two marinas, Marina Grande and Marina Piccola, for waterfront dining with views of the Bay of Naples. -
Fun Fact: Foodies
Limoncello is a local liquor crafted from lemons grown on the hilltops located above the town. -
Fun Fact: Landmarks
Piazza Tasso is the main square in the center of town and is named after the poet Torquato Tasso.