Discover the best Capri tours and things to do on Italy’s glamorous island: sail around the coast to the shimmering Blue Grotto and the towering Faraglioni rocks, ride the chairlift up Monte Solaro in Anacapri, stroll the chic Piazzetta and the Gardens of Augustus, and arrive easily by boat from Sorrento or Naples. Compare top-rated experiences and plan the perfect trip.



Departures that are under way when the sun sets in the coming weeks — start times checked against the local sunset.
Whatever brings you to Capri — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.

Iconic rocks.

Glowing cave.

Chairlift peak.

Cliff views.

Cliff path.

The Piazzetta.

Upper town.

Grottoes.
Coast awayGlowing cave.
Coast awayIconic rocks.
Anacapri awayChairlift peak.
30 min awayFerry day trip.
50 min awayFerry day trip.
Capri town awayCliff views.
Short, straight answers to the questions every Capri visitor asks before booking.
Warm, flowering and less crowded — lovely.
Hot, glamorous and busiest, with the best swimming.
Warm sea and fewer crowds — ideal.
Quiet and mild; some tours and the Blue Grotto may pause.
Calm summer seas give the best chance of entry.
May, June and September are ideal.
The boat tour and Blue Grotto.
Add Anacapri and the town.
Add beaches and leisure.
Boat tours and the grotto.
Monte Solaro and the gardens.
The chairlift and swimming.
Ferries link Capri with Naples, Sorrento and the coast.
A funicular climbs from Marina Grande to Capri town.
Small buses and open taxis link Capri and Anacapri.
The Monte Solaro chairlift runs from Anacapri.
The towns and gardens are best explored walking.
Capri uses the euro; it can be pricey, so budget accordingly.
Island boat tours sell out in summer — reserve ahead.
Go on calm mornings; the grotto can close in rough seas.
Arrive early or stay overnight to enjoy Capri after day trippers leave.
Capri is glamorous and pricey — plan for higher costs.
Don’t miss the Monte Solaro chairlift for the best views.
Visit May, June or September for the best balance.
Island and Blue Grotto boat tours sell out — book ahead.
Sorrento and Naples day trips fill up — reserve early.
Monte Solaro tours book out — reserve ahead.
Guided kayak trips have limited spots — book early.
Private boat tours book out in summer — reserve ahead.
July and August are busiest — book everything ahead.
Around €40–80 for a shared island boat tour.
About €20–35 extra for the Blue Grotto boat entry.
Roughly €90–150 for a Sorrento day trip with boat tour.
Around €95–160 for a Naples day trip with boat tour.
About €60–100 for a guided kayak tour.
Join shared boat tours and visit in shoulder season.
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.