Top 36 things to do and attractions in Santa Maria di Castellabate

Breathtaking and unforgettable! The Amalfi Coast is truly one of the most stunning places you’ll ever see—the views are absolutely postcard-perfect at every turn. Towering cliffs, sparkling turquoise waters, and picturesque villages make this destination something straight out of a dream. I highly recommend visiting by coach if possible. The roads are incredibly narrow, winding, and steep, and while experienced drivers might manage, it’s not for the faint-hearted! If you do decide to drive, go for a small car—a big vehicle would be a real challenge on those roads. Beaches are beautiful but often require a walk down the cliffs, and some do charge for entry. It’s worth it for the experience, though! The restaurants along the coast are wonderful—laid-back, welcoming, and happy to let you enjoy your meal without rushing you, which is refreshing in such a popular tourist spot. Parking is expensive—around €10 per hour—so if you’re driving, plan to make the most of your time there. Honestly, words don’t do it justice—I’ll let the pictures speak for themselves. A place you’ll never forget!

Exquisite church; very historic and full of beautiful marble flooring, statues and ancient bells. It is perched high above the sea amongst olive groves...lovely.

Beautiful children’s playground. My kids loved it here!! Went several times. Will Come back on our next trip.

Sea view

(Translated by Google) A divine inlet of paradise recreated on Earth, a concentration of historical, artistic and naturalistic wonders. The cultural identity of Italy passes through this gulf and its enchanting places, destinations of world tourism. "Those of Salerno had their moonlit gulf, the Norman arches, all bronze and silver, the gate of Guïsa and Landolfo in their hearts, and the art and courage with which Alberada Sigilgaita took the scepter from the square chin" (G D'Annnunzio). (Original) Una divina insenatura del paradiso ricreata sulla Terra, concentrazione di meraviglie storiche, artistiche e naturalistiche. L' identità culturale dell'Italia passa per questo golfo e per i suoi incantevoli luoghi, mete del turismo mondiale. "Quei di Salerno il lor lunato golfo, gli archi normanni, tutta bronzo e argento, la porta di Guïsa e di Landolfo aveansi in cuore, e l'arte e l'ardimento onde tolse lo scettro ad Alberada Sigilgaita dal quadrato mento" (G. D'Annnunzio).

Magnificent well preserved Greek temples. There's an app called Paestum & Velia that explains the ancient site. Definitely download it before you visit as it helps you understand the ruins. The ticket was €15 for adults but under 18 was free. We loved being able to explore the area and absorb the history. We went on a weekday late in the afternoon so it was not too busy. Definitely worth a visit!

very beautiful place, even in gloomy weather fascinates😍 The film "Welcome to the South" was filmed here, funny and good

(Translated by Google) Small free museum with a single room, with artefacts found in a nearby necropolis which in some cases are real jewels. Vase with eyes to guide the deceased really beautiful; an artifact that was used, according to the explanations, to predict the future, which is not often seen in archaeological collections. The person who guided us and explained the various pieces was really kind and helpful. It is definitely worth a visit, plus it is located near a beautiful small beach, Ficocella. (Original) Piccolo museo gratuito con un'unica sala, con reperti trovati in una vicina necropoli che in alcuni casi sono dei veri gioielli. Vaso con occhi per guidare i defunti davvero bello; reperto che serviva, secondo le spiegazioni, a prevedere il futuro, che non si vede spesso nelle collezioni archeologiche. La persona che ci guidò e spiegò i vari pezzi fu veramente gentile e disponibile. Merita sicuramente una visita, in più si trova nelle vicinanze di una bella e piccola spiaggia, Ficocella.

(Translated by Google) The visit to the Soil Museum is included in the ticket to the Pertosa Auletta Caves. It's a guided tour, and you must reserve a time slot (displayed at the entrance or on the website). We were fortunate to have a guide who provided us with lots of interesting information, we learned new things, and it was a wonderful experience. Kudos to Pierino, he made our visit more interesting and captivating than the caves, and it even lasted longer! (Original) La visita al museo del suolo è compresa nel biglietto delle grotte di Pertosa Auletta. È guidata e bisogna prenotare l'orario (affisso alla porta d'ingresso o indicato sul sito). Abbiamo avuto la fortuna di avere una guida che ci ha fornito molte informazioni interessanti, abbiamo imparato cose nuove ed è stata una bella esperienza. Complimenti a Pierino, ha reso la nostra visita più interessante ed accattivante di quella delle grotte ed è durata anche di più!

This was one of the best experiences I have had. There is so much to see here. The guide we had was very nice and funny, I learned so much from her. We spent 2 hours here and it was nowhere near enough time to see everything. There are also a ton of stray cats that roam the ruins and a sweet dachshund that walks around and greets everyone near the entrance.

Great beach with plenty of parking. I recommend you bring coins if you want to park in the street and use the meter. The credit card options does not work. Otherwise, you can pay €5 for all day parking. Very clean beach!!

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(Translated by Google) Enchanting, pleasant place and lots of nature, ideal for relaxing and spending days in a beautiful sea. Wonderful village. (Original) Incantevole, posto piacevole e tanta natura, ideale per rilassarsi e passare giornate in un mare stupendo. Borgo meraviglioso.

The convent is located in the place called "Porto Salvo", where the church of Santa Maria di Porto Salvo, known as Sant'Anna al Porto, is also located. The church, dating back to the 13th century, is flanked by the monastic complex dependent on the Badia di Cava. The complex was located outside the city walls, to the west, towards the marina. The place has undergone extensive transformations over the centuries. In 1544 following the assault by the Turks, the church suffered such devastation that no trace remains of the original complex. It was rebuilt at the end of the 16th century with an octagonal plan. and with this configuration it appears in the engraving of the frontispiece by Fabrizio Pinfo in 1653 next to the writing "Porto Salvo". The foundation of the adjoining convent of the Discalced Carmelites took place in 1682, therefore it was much later than that of the church in question. The convent expanded over time to include, within its own walls, the church of Santa Maria di Porto Salvo. In a map from the early 18th century, the ark of the convent of Santa Teresa appears, as Via S.Teresa, the connection point on the mainland of the port of Salerno. The convent was occupied by French troops and finally definitively closed in 1808. Then between 1817 and 1837 it was used for military use and transformed into barracks. Today it is home to the Carabinieri barracks. The church of Santa Teresa has become the pivot of the entire convent structure. Four long corridors develop around its octagon. Only one, the southern one (which at the time was in direct contact with the sea), longer than the others, creates a projecting body. And it is precisely in the direction of this body that the access to the former convent opens. The entrance forms, with the larger projecting body, a space which is then the cloister of the convent. Along the internal front, overlooking the courtyard, there is a loggia which still exists today, as a connecting element between the open space of the cloister and the closed one facing the sea (today the southern front borders other buildings). The church, rebuilt in the 16th century, and perhaps enlarged in the 17th, has a central plan with semicircular chapels that develop along the sides, and is surmounted by a dome. The entrance is via a rectangular vestibule. In 1849, the image and cult of Sant'Anna, much venerated by sailors from Salerno, which was located in the complex of San Pietro a Corte, was moved there. This is the reason why the ancient church of Santa Maria di Porto Salvo became Sant'Anna al Porto, a title still preserved today.

(Translated by Google) Ogliastro marina and bay of good sleep, 2 amazing places visited in mid-July 2022, uncontaminated nature, crystal clear water and honest prices. We will definitely return. Not in August. Highly recommended to go there in May, June and the first 2 of July. Then directly after August 25th. (Original) Ogliastro marina e baia del buondormire, 2 posti strepitosi visitati a metà luglio 2022, natura incontaminata, acqua cristallina e prezzi onesti. Ci ritorneremo sicuramente. Non ad agosto. Molto consigliato andarci a maggio, giugno e le prime 2 di luglio. Poi direttamente dopo il 25 agosto.

(Translated by Google) The church with the annexed Congrega (Original) La chiesa con l'annessa Congrega

(Translated by Google) More than a castle, it is an elegant palace which hosts international food conferences... very, very beautiful (Original) Più che un castello è un signorile palazzo sede dei congressi internazionale sull'alimentazione... molto molto bello

A small, charming Catholic church built right on Santa Maria Di Castellabate's beach. Being or not religious, anyone is welcome to attend a mass or simply to have a quiet, introspective break in its modest but beautiful interior. The bell ringing at each mass hour helps to preserve the small town tradition even during the busy summer days.