A small island in the Tyrrhenian Sea will fall in love with itself immediately! Find out all about your vacation in Capri. Reviews of tourists about beaches, hotels and attractions. When is the best time to go to Capri? Should you plan a trip with children?
Reviews of tourists about Capri
An island with an area of 10 sq. km makes a strong impression. Many celebrities have been here, and famous poets have sung the beauty of Capri in Italy.
The modern island is a symbol of luxury, success and a real paradise for the rich. Hollywood stars and wealthy people from all over the world love to rest in luxury hotels and comfortable villas. Hotels and restaurants on the island are expensive, so most tourists come here for one day.
Semyon and Galina: "We visited Capri for the first time. We were impressed by the nature of this amazing island. It looks a little like Crimea, the same mountains, pine trees, rocks by the sea. The island amazed us with an abundance of greenery, which cannot be said about mainland Italy."
Best hotels in Capri
Vacationers stay in 3-5 * hotels, villas, apartments and private mini-hotels. Compared to other resorts in Italy, housing prices in Capri are high. From all the hotels on the island, it is easy to reach the city center in a maximum of half an hour. Look for profitable tours on Travelata and OnlineTours sites.
The best hotels in the island of Capri, according to tourists' reviews:
Casa Gaia 3 * is a cozy guest house 500 meters from Piazzetta di Capri. In high season, a double room costs from 103 €.
Suite Time Capri Villa La Pergola 3 * is a beautiful hotel 300 meters from the Axel Munte house. A double room with breakfast costs from 149 €.
Luxury Villa Excelsior Parco 4 * is an Art Nouveau hotel 500 meters from the port of Marina Grande. The resort center is a 15-minute walk away. Double room costs from 350 €.
Hotel Syrene 4 * - a comfortable hotel a few steps from the main square of Capri. From the balcony you can see the Old Town and the sea. A double room costs from 360 €.
Capri Tiberio Palace 5 * is a luxurious hotel in a 19th century building, which is a 2-minute walk from the central square of the resort. Double room costs from 636 €.
Hotel Punta Tragara 5 * - a wonderful hotel with a panoramic view of the bay of Marina Piccola. It features 2 outdoor pools and a spa center. A double room starts at 659 € per night.
Capri beaches
It is believed that the small island is not very suitable for a beach holiday, however, the pebbly and rocky beaches of Capri attract many tourists. The sea is very clean here. The infrastructure is well developed on the beaches. The best beaches in Capri, according to reviews: Bagni Tiberio, Marina Grande, Lido del Faro, Luigi ai Faraglioni and La Fontelina.
Each beach on the island has a free and paid zone. The entrance to the paid area costs 20-25 €, and the rent of a sun umbrella is 5 €.
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Marina Piccola: "The island is just super. The beauty is extraordinary. Keep in mind that the entrance to the beach is paid, 20-25 EUR per person. Visiting the island, you will not regret this money."
Bagni Tiberio beach panorama
Capri landmarks
During your holiday in Capri, there are many ways to explore the island: on foot, by bike, boat, taxi, small bus and cable car. To see more interesting places, stock up on a good map and comfortable shoes.
Climb to the observation deck at the top of Solaro! One of the main attractions of the island is the legendary cliff of Scorlio delle Sirene, where, according to the text of Homer's Odyssey, treacherous sirens lived. It is interesting to walk around the Old Town - Anacapri. From there, we advise you to go to the magnificent Augustus Gardens.
By boats, tourists are taken to the three picturesque cliffs of the Faralioni and the sea cave - "Blue Grotto". A seat on a passenger boat costs 10 €.
peter2206: "There are many signs on the island indicating the route, mileage and travel time. The streets are very narrow. I recommend visiting Villa Lisis (Fersen). A truly unforgettable place."
Vacation with children
If you want to come to Capri with a child, choose the "little harbor" Marina Piccola. The cozy bay is much quieter than the port and is home to the best beach in Capri. The bay is ideal for relaxing in the cold season. It faces south, so in winter it is the warmest place on the island.
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Angelica: "I took my 6-year-old son and went on vacation to Italy. We got to Capri on a large and comfortable ferry, the trip took about an hour, the sea was cool and the wind was strong. We spent about five hours on the island, but we it was enough to enjoy the beauty of Capri and get an unforgettable experience. "
Julianna Monic: "Should I go to Capri with children? No. Not comfortable. The heat, all the rooms are even smaller than the Italian average, and they are already small here. There are no beaches. There are beautiful villas and gardens, but the relief spoils everything." Constantly going up and down, even for such unreal beauty, is annoying. "
When is the best time to go
The winter that we are accustomed to in Russia does not happen on the island. From December to February in the afternoon it is warm + 12 ... + 13 ° С. For a beach holiday, tourists come to Capri from May to October. In June, the Tyrrhenian Sea warms up to + 21 ... + 23 ° С
In July and August in Capri, as in all of Italy, it is very hot. During these months, the sea water temperature rises to + 24 ... + 26 ° С. Swimming and sunbathing is pleasant, but walking and excursions in the heat are hard!
There is a velvet season on the island in September and October. There are fewer tourists, warm and sunny weather. Vacationers swim until early November.
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Inga: "What can I say about the weather at the end of August ... it is cool! I was not too hot. It was cool from the sea. The sea water is pleasant in every way, in terms of color, transparency, and temperature. I sincerely recommend it. August to Capri ".
Conclusions: is it worth a vacation in Capri
An island in the south of Italy is famous for its legendary history, postcard views, clear sea and sights. According to tourists, a vacation in Capri is suitable for those who do not spare money and want to spend a vacation in luxury and comfort. Everything is expensive in Capri - hotels, food and taxis.
Ordinary tourists prefer day trips to the island. An excursion or an independent trip for one day allows you to get vivid impressions and take beautiful photos. There are several interesting dive sites near Capri, where scuba diving fans love to dive.
