Positano Travel Guide

Positano is best in May–June and September–October, with good swimming water and lighter, friendlier-priced crowds; July–August can overwhelm with heat and visitors, while winters are calm if cool. A classic day swims at the main beach, takes a boat along the cliffs past turquoise coves and pastel houses, then climbs to a ridge or cliff-top restaurant for one of Italy's most celebrated sunsets. With stairs for streets, travel light and wear comfortable shoes. As one of the Amalfi Coast's most photogenic towns, it runs upscale — busier and pricier in high season — but the cliff-and-sea romance is worth it. Pastel walls, blue bays and lemon scent form Positano's timeless picture.