The Amalfi Coast beaches are among the most beautiful in the world. Nestled at the bases of steep cliffs and covered in pebbles, these beaches are almost too beautiful to be real. If you’re looking for a dream getaway, be sure to explore our favorite beaches on the Amalfi Coast that you won’t want to miss (especially Duoglio Beach).
Marina Grande in Positano
Marina Grande is Positano‘s main beach and among the most lively and cosmopolitan of the Amalfi coast beaches. The beach itself is 300 meters long and lined with restaurants, bars, and the famous disco, Music on the Rocks. It lies across from the Li Galli archipelago in the sea. Behind the beach, you’ll find the typical colorful homes lining the cliffs that Positano is known for. Marina Grande is the perfect spot to enjoy the beach while watching for celebrity sightings!
Fornillo Beach in Positano
For a more serene environment in contrast to Marina Grande, take a 10-minute walk to Positano‘s harbor and Fornillo Beach. While hordes of tourists crowd Marina Grande, at Fornillo you’ll find mostly locals and some nearby Amalfi coast beach hotel guests. This pebble beach is home to three cafe businesses with affordable pricing and color-coded chairs and umbrellas. Film lovers may recognize this beach from the popular movie Under the Tuscan Sun!
Duoglio Beach in Amalfi
Duoglio Beach is often considered a “hidden” beach, accessible only by boat or by trekking down over 400 steps from the side of the state road above. This pebble beach is known to have some of the cleanest waters of all of the beaches on the Amalfi Coast. The beach has a free access area and two establishments that offer beach services. One, Lido degli Artisti, also offers water sports equipment for rent. You can windsurf, scuba dive, or canoe. Be sure to visit this beach in the morning as the cliff blocks the sunshine in the afternoon.
Atrani Beach in Amalfi
With less than 900 residents, Atrani is Italy’s smallest town and one of its best-kept secrets. This picturesque town is divided across two cliffs separated by a small but stunning beach. Here you can rent chairs and umbrellas and enjoy a meal at one of the nearby restaurants for an authentic Italian experience. When you’re tired of the beach, explore this tiny city that remains untouched by time. Atrani is inaccessible by car, so be sure to bring your walking shoes and a camera to capture the charm of this jewel of a destination.
Recommone Beach in Nerano
Nestled in a cove between Marina del Cantone and the Crapolla Cove lies Recommone. This tiny beach is accessible only by foot or boat. It offers visitors the popular Conca del Sogno restaurant and bathing establishment. You’ll also find two caves to explore: the Grotta di Recommone and the Grotta dei Pescatori. Both offer a cool area to relax on the hottest summer days. For the best experience, take a scenic hike to the beach from nearby Marina del Cantone. Don’t miss this gem on our list of Amalfi Coast beaches.
Ieranto Beach in Nerano
Another one of the beaches on the Amalfi Coast is located in Nerano. Ieranto Beach has been a popular destination since ancient times. The ancient Greeks found it so important they erected a temple here. Later, the Romans used the temple as a house of worship to the goddess Minerva. Reaching this beach requires a 2-kilometer hike from Nerano, the return of which can be challenging due to the uphill trek. The work is worth it as this beach remains one of the best in all of the Amalfi Coast and offers a stunning view of the Faraglioni off Capri.
Regardless of which of these spectacular Amalfi Coast beaches you choose to visit, you are sure to make memories that will last a lifetime. So, which of these beaches on the Amalfi Coast will you visit first? For more Amalfi Coast destinations you won’t want to miss, explore Luxury Travel to Italy’s Amalfi Coast.
