Sorrento visitor guides
Some of the main tourist attractions in Sorrento's Historical Centre are listed below and the Tourist Office site has detailed information on these and others. Open top sightseeing bus tour, train and horse carriage. Maze of narrow streets.
A Modern Classic
A look at the history behind one of Sorrento's landmark
buildings, the Grand Hotel Excelsior Vittoria, and includes a short video clip.
Sorrento Art, History and Culture
Sorrento provides an ideal base to explore the art, history and culture of
Campania. In addition to the local museums and historic sites there are other major sites
of interest within easy reach including Pompeii, Herculaneum, and the National
Archaeological Museum of Naples.
Music in Sorrento
There is music for everyone in Sorrento, whether it is from strolling
musicians, traditional Neapolitan concerts or classical and jazz concerts, visitors will
be spoilt for choice. The internationally renowned classical concerts at Ravello and the
operas in Naples are other options.
Walks for everyone
Sorrento and the Amalfi coast offer a wide choice of walks to suit all ages and mobility. Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi and the other main towns provide a warren of streets to explore by foot with unlimited opportunities to stop and relax with incredible views. Pompeii and Herculaneum also present more than an just a quick stroll.
A Poet, A Composer and a Chef
A look at the history behind the Hotel Tramontano.
Getting Around
Options for travelling around Sorrento and the Amalfi coast by land, sea and air.
Wines of the Campania Region
This
is an introduction for visitors who may not be wine connoisseurs but still enjoy tasting
local produce. It provides information on the local wines available with names of the more
popular labels and where to sample them.