Amalfi Coast: Best Towns to Stay and How to Get Around

Positano vs. Amalfi vs. Praiano—where to base yourself and how to navigate ferries and buses.

Wed May 01 2024·5 min read

Choosing a base

Positano is iconic but pricey and steep. Praiano is quieter with great views. Amalfi is central for ferries.

Use ferries over coastal buses in high season to avoid traffic.

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Ava Thompson·Thu Jan 01 2026
Thanks for the map highlights. That viewpoint is unreal!
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Emeka Nwosu·Wed Dec 31 2025
I visited last year and your food picks are spot on.
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  Imani Okafor·Fri Jan 23 2026
  Totally agree — this helped me plan!
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Imani Okafor·Fri Jan 23 2026
Thanks for the map highlights. That viewpoint is unreal!
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Maya Johnson·Fri Feb 13 2026
I visited last year and your food picks are spot on.
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Chloe Anderson·Sun Feb 08 2026
I visited last year and your food picks are spot on.
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  Liam Walker·Wed Feb 11 2026
  Totally agree — this helped me plan!
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Liam Walker·Wed Feb 11 2026
Thanks for the map highlights. That viewpoint is unreal!