The port of Sorrento is located in the Bay of Naples in Italy. Sorrento is perched on a cliff and is an ideal starting point for exploring the Amalfi Coast.
Sorrento Italy
Useful Information
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Weather
| Month | Temperature (Celsius)Temperature (Fahrenheit) | Precipitations |
|---|---|---|
Minimum Average Maximum | (mminch) | |
| January | 439 847 1355 | 1004.00 |
| February | 440 948 1356 | 994.00 |
| March | 643 1151 1559 | 863.50 |
| April | 847 1356 1865 | 763.00 |
| May | 1254 1763 2373 | 512.00 |
| June | 1660 2170 2679 | 331.25 |
| July | 1864 2475 2985 | 251.00 |
| August | 1864 2475 3085 | 411.50 |
| September | 1560 2169 2679 | 813.25 |
| October | 1253 1762 2271 | 1305.00 |
| November | 846 1254 1763 | 1606.25 |
| December | 541 949 1456 | 1204.75 |
Where is located the Port of Sorrento Cruise Terminal
Your ship will have to anchor in Sorrento and you will be transported by tender boats to the dock of the Marina Piccola.
It will take you 20 minutes to reach the city on foot, but you will need to climb about 200 steps. An elevator will allow you to reach the city more easily.
Travelling around the Sorrento Cruise Port
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A bus (blue) makes the trip to Piazza Tasso.
The orange bus will take you to the train station, from where you can take a train to Pompeii, Herculaneum or Naples.
Ferries will allow you to easily reach Capri, Naples or Positano.
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Activities in Sorrento
Landmarks
Chiesa di San Francesco
Church built on the site of a Franciscan convent. In the garden of the convent you can visit the cave of S. Bernardino.
Cattedrale di Sorrento
Sorrento Cathedral
Historical sites
Pompeii
This ancient city was buried, following an eruption of Mount Vesuvius, in the year 79. This has preserved the remains of the city that you can now visit to learn more about the life of that time.
Herculaneum
Herculaneum is another city, smaller than Pompeii, which was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
Museums
Museo Correale di Terranova
This museum, opened in 1924 in an 18th century residence, features paintings, furniture, a ceramic collection and a section on archaeology.
Nature
Mt. Vesuvius
The volcano that destroyed Pompeii and Herculaneum. Trails allow you to climb the volcano to get to the Grand Cone at its summit.
Nearby
Naples
The city of Naples can be reached by ferry. Consult the sheet of this port for more details.
Amalfi Coast
A steep road runs along the Amalfi Coast, between Sorrento and Salerno, where there are several charming mountainside villages with cobalt blue sea views. Amalfi is the most famous village.
Positano
This seaside village since the time of the Romans is very pretty with its pastel buildings and beach.
Ravello
Perched on top of the mountain, Ravello is a real gem with its villas, gardens and panoramic views.
Capri
Capri can be reached by ferry. Many shops, elegant restaurants and sumptuous villas can be found on this island. Consult the sheet of this port for more details.
