Positano Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Description
Our tour wants to relive Positano between past and present, immersing yourself in the local culture, superstitions, legends and everything that made this place what it is today. You will walk in the heart of the village alongside an inhabitant and local guide who is in love with the place where he lives and with his own traditions. We will move through the typical narrow streets, among the colors and scents, we could stop on request to taste some local products, take some time to get lost in the alleys.
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Itinerary
We will start from the beating heart of the town, lived by the locals, a meeting point for groceries, shopping or to have a coffee at the International Bar. From there it will be possible to look at the bay from above and begin to appreciate the verticality of the country as well as the local culture.
Getting lost through the typical shortcuts of the "vertical city", we will grasp Positano from different points of view. We will admire the less famous "second", but no less beautiful, pyramid of houses in the Fornillo district, visiting the natural cave where a fantastic nativity scene is set in the rock. We will stop in a typical Positano house (my mother's) to enjoy a Neapolitan coffee made with a mocha, a homemade limoncello and for the little ones, a lemonade of local lemons.
A final stairway will lead us down to the Marina Grande, the main beach. Once here we will get lost in the scent of the fish, the colors of fashion and ceramics and the sparkling gems of the sandals of local artisans. We will pass through the Church of Santa Maria Assunta, admiring the bas-relief, one of the symbols of the city that has its roots in Greek mythology.
Finally we will go up towards the center, Piazza dei Mulini, walking along the so-called artists' street, skirting the palace which was the summer residence of the Viceroy of Naples, as well as Napoleon's brother-in-law, Gioacchino Murat. For fashion enthusiasts it will be possible to visit a local artisan workshop of "Moda Mare Positano" clothes. We will end our visit enjoying a fresh lemon granita that recalls three past generations.
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What's included
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(5)
Ladybird is an excellent guide. Very friendly and knowledgeable about Positano. We loved stopping at her mom’s for mocha coffee and biscotti. She was so warm and inviting.
What a great way to start our trip to Positano! Our tour guide Saveria was a local who was so warm and friendly. She walked us in the back alleys and the main town to highlight the history and commented on places that she likes. We went to her Mother’s house for some coffee so we got to see a typical house in Positano. Both were so hospitable and made the tour memorable. My husband and I loved this tour!
The tour guide was great and very flexible due to the weather conditions. She helped us get to where we needed to be and was very insightful regarding everything!
This was the best tour to learn about the history and culture of Positano and the Amalfi Coast! Our guide was both passionate and knowledgeable. The tour started at the top of Positano near the bus stops meaning most of the walk was downhill. Good restaurants and shops were pointed out to us as well as local landmarks. The highlight of the tour was a visit to her Mum’s house for a traditional coffee. They were both so welcoming, such a unique experience.
Saveri was absolutely AMAZING. She was so sweet and passionate about the culture, legends and history of where she was raised. Her stories about the area and the people were wonderful. She even took us to her mother's house to make us some traditional mocha coffee which was delicious, along with a local pastry. Her mother is so sweet and gracious for allowing us into her home. Highly recommend taking this tour, you won't be disappointed!
