Capri

Capri Town, locat­ed on the east­ern side of the island, is the beat­ing heart of Capri’s cul­ture and ele­gance. The town’s cen­ter­piece is the icon­ic Piazzetta, often called the ​“Liv­ing Room of the World,” where locals and vis­i­tors gath­er to sip cof­fee or aper­i­tifs while enjoy­ing the live­ly atmos­phere. Capri Town is famous for its lux­u­ry shop­ping, offer­ing bou­tiques like Louis Vuit­ton, Guc­ci, and Carti­er, along­side arti­san shops sell­ing hand­craft­ed san­dals, ceram­ics, and per­fumes. Strolling through its his­toric alleys, such as Via Camerelle, reveals a mix of old-world charm and con­tem­po­rary glam­our. The town also serves as a hub for explor­ing near­by attrac­tions, mak­ing it an essen­tial stop on any vis­it to the island.

Reach­ing Capri Town from Mari­na Grande is sim­ple and enjoy­able: Funic­u­lar: The quick­est and most scenic option, the funic­u­lar takes about 5 min­utes and offers stun­ning views as it ascends. Bus: Local bus­es con­nect Mari­na Grande to Capri Town in about 10 min­utes. Taxi: Open-air taxis pro­vide a com­fort­able and styl­ish ride, often with panoram­ic views along the way. For those who enjoy walk­ing, a steep but reward­ing path leads from Mari­na Grande to Capri Town, offer­ing breath­tak­ing vis­tas along the way.

Capri Town is full of attrac­tions that high­light its unique blend of nat­ur­al beau­ty, his­to­ry, and sophis­ti­ca­tion: La Piazzetta: The vibrant main square is per­fect for peo­ple-watch­ing, enjoy­ing a cap­puc­ci­no, or admir­ing the pic­turesque sur­round­ings. Via Camerelle: A world-famous shop­ping street lined with lux­u­ry bou­tiques and arti­san stores. Cer­tosa di San Gia­co­mo: A his­toric monastery dat­ing back to the 14^th cen­tu­ry, fea­tur­ing stun­ning archi­tec­ture and serene gar­dens. Augus­tus Gar­dens: Just a short walk away, these botan­i­cal gar­dens pro­vide breath­tak­ing views of the Faraglioni Rocks and the ser­pen­tine Via Krupp.

Capri Town is a gourmet des­ti­na­tion, offer­ing a range of din­ing expe­ri­ences from casu­al cafes to Miche­lin-starred restau­rants. Here are some top picks: Mam­mà: This Miche­lin-starred restau­rant blends tra­di­tion­al Cap­rese fla­vors with mod­ern culi­nary tech­niques. Its panoram­ic ter­race and ele­gant atmos­phere make it per­fect for a refined din­ing expe­ri­ence. Il Ric­cio: Locat­ed near the Blue Grot­to but eas­i­ly acces­si­ble from Capri Town, this Miche­lin-starred beach club restau­rant is renowned for its seafood dish­es and exclu­sive ​“Temp­ta­tion Room” filled with desserts. Ris­torante Auro­ra: Famous for its inno­v­a­tive take on tra­di­tion­al Cap­rese cui­sine, this restau­rant attracts a star-stud­ded clien­tele. Don’t miss their ​“piz­za all’acqua” or fresh seafood spe­cial­ties. Vil­la Verde: Close to the Piazzetta, this charm­ing restau­rant offers a roman­tic ambiance with lush green­ery and a menu rich in seafood, pas­ta, and local wines. Da Paoli­no: Known for its unique set­ting under a canopy of lemon trees, this restau­rant serves clas­sic dish­es with a focus on fresh, local ingre­di­ents. For those seek­ing exclu­sive access to Capri’s most sought-after din­ing spots, Sor­ren­to Voyage’s concierge ser­vice can arrange reser­va­tions at even the most in-demand restau­rants, ensur­ing a seam­less expe­ri­ence. From secur­ing tables at Miche­lin-starred venues to orga­niz­ing pri­vate cel­e­bra­tions, the concierge team is ded­i­cat­ed to mak­ing your din­ing expe­ri­ence unfor­get­table. For a more casu­al option, the cafes in the Piazzetta are ide­al for enjoy­ing a cap­puc­ci­no or aper­i­ti­vo while soak­ing in the live­ly atmos­phere of Capri’s vibrant social hub.

Capri is home to some of the most exclu­sive beach clubs in the Mediter­ranean, offer­ing lux­u­ri­ous set­tings, impec­ca­ble ser­vice, and stun­ning views of the island’s coast­line. Here are some top picks: La Fontelina: Nes­tled near the Faraglioni Rocks, La Fontelina is a Capri icon known for its chic yet laid-back atmos­phere. With sun loungers set on rocky ter­races and access to crys­tal-clear waters, it’s per­fect for a day of relax­ation. Don’t miss their sig­na­ture seafood dish­es and refresh­ing cock­tails served at the on-site restau­rant. Il Ric­cio Beach Club: This Miche­lin-starred beach club, locat­ed near the Blue Grot­to, offers a blend of gourmet din­ing and sea­side lux­u­ry. Guests can enjoy sun­bathing on its pri­vate ter­races and savor exquis­ite seafood cre­ations in the restau­rant. Bag­ni di Tiberio: Locat­ed on the north­ern side of the island, this fam­i­ly-friend­ly beach club com­bines his­tor­i­cal charm with mod­ern com­forts. It offers calm, shal­low waters ide­al for swim­ming and a restau­rant serv­ing tra­di­tion­al Cap­rese cui­sine. Lui­gi ai Faraglioni: Set near the Faraglioni Rocks, this beach club offers a more inti­mate atmos­phere with spec­tac­u­lar views and high-end ameni­ties. For an unfor­get­table day at one of these exclu­sive spots, Sor­ren­to Voyage’s concierge ser­vice can arrange reser­va­tions for prime sunbeds, pri­vate cabanas, and VIP access. Whether you’re seek­ing a roman­tic retreat or a fam­i­ly-friend­ly expe­ri­ence, the concierge team ensures a seam­less book­ing and per­son­al­ized ser­vice tai­lored to your pref­er­ences. These beach clubs often fill up quick­ly, espe­cial­ly dur­ing the sum­mer months, so advanced reser­va­tions are high­ly rec­om­mend­ed to secure your per­fect spot by the sea

Capri Town’s nightlife is as glam­orous and exclu­sive as the island itself, offer­ing a mix of chic bars, ele­gant lounges, and world-renowned night­clubs. The crown jew­el of Capri’s after-dark scene is the leg­endary Tav­er­na Ane­ma e Core, a hotspot for celebri­ties, roy­al­ty, and inter­na­tion­al jet-set­ters. Tav­er­na Ane­ma e Core: This icon­ic venue is famous for its vibrant live music, danc­ing, and live­ly atmos­phere that con­tin­ues until the ear­ly hours of the morn­ing. Over the years, it has wel­comed high-pro­file guests such as Bey­on­cé, Jen­nifer Lopez, Leonar­do DiCaprio, and even roy­al­ty like Prince Albert of Mona­co. The inti­mate set­ting and authen­tic Ital­ian spir­it make it a must-vis­it for any­one look­ing to expe­ri­ence Capri’s glam­orous nightlife. With its mix of tra­di­tion­al Neapoli­tan songs and inter­na­tion­al hits, every night feels like a pri­vate concert.For the ulti­mate VIP expe­ri­ence at Tav­er­na Ane­ma e Core, Sor­ren­to Voyage’s concierge ser­vice can arrange pri­or­i­ty entry, reserved tables, and exclu­sive perks. Whether it’s a cel­e­bra­to­ry evening or a roman­tic night out, the concierge team ensures every detail is tai­lored to your pref­er­ences, so you can enjoy Capri’s nightlife to its fullest.

The best time to vis­it Capri Town is dur­ing the shoul­der sea­sons of spring (April-May) and ear­ly autumn (Sep­tem­ber-Octo­ber). Dur­ing these peri­ods, the weath­er is pleas­ant, and the crowds are small­er com­pared to the peak sum­mer months. For a qui­eter expe­ri­ence, explore the town ear­ly in the morn­ing or late in the evening. If you’re vis­it­ing dur­ing the sum­mer, the evening hours bring a mag­i­cal atmos­phere as the Piazzetta comes alive with lights and music.

Capri Town offers a range of accom­mo­da­tions, from lux­u­ry hotels to charm­ing bou­tique stays: Grand Hotel Qui­sisana: A his­toric 5‑star hotel renowned for its ele­gance, spa, and prime loca­tion near the Piazzetta. Vil­la Brunel­la: A bou­tique hotel perched on a hill­side, offer­ing stun­ning views and an inti­mate atmos­phere. Hotel La Min­er­va: A fam­i­ly-run gem known for its warm hos­pi­tal­i­ty and beau­ti­ful­ly dec­o­rat­ed rooms. Stay­ing in Capri Town ensures easy access to its attrac­tions, shops, and restau­rants while offer­ing a taste of the island’s unique charm.