Amalfi

1. Ignazio Cerio Museum, Capri

Peruse collection after collection of fossils, prehistoric and classical archaeological finds, as well as items relating to minerals, fauna and flora of Capri at the Ignazio Cerio Museum.

The museum, which boasts a fantastic location overlooking the Square of Capri, beguiles nature lovers and curious minds with over twenty thousand items that were discovered and gathered by Ignazio Cerio throughout the late nineteenth and twentieth-century.

In just four exhibition halls and through seven collections, the museum manages to tell a story that is 190 million years old in a succinct and interesting way. To end your tour at the museum, make sure to head to the terrace of the Palazzo Cerio to enjoy remarkable views of the island, the Gul of Naples and the Capri Piazzetta.

Piazzetta Ignazio Cerio, 5, Capri, Italy 80073, Phone: +39-08-18-37-66-81

2. Museo Casa Rosssa, Anacapri

It goes without saying that the Museo Casa Rosssa is one of the most striking buildings in Anacapri.

The bright red walls of this complex will catch any visitor’s eye from a distance and retain that attention with its eclectic architecture and out of this world design elements. Designed at the tail end of the 19th century by an American colonel named John C MacKowen, the Casa Rossa today is a must-visit museum that features a variety of pieces from sculptures, to paintings and even archaeological artifacts.

Among the most popular items to see in the museum are the unusual design elements of the building itself. Some of the spectacular things to see are the majolica cupola inspired staircases, the Classical columns, and Moorish windows of the building.

Via Giuseppe Orlandi, 78, Anacapri NA, Italy 80071, Phone: +39-08-18-38-21-93

3. Museo d’Arte Sacra Don Clemente, Maiori

Visitors on the hunt for a divine experience through artistic beauty are bound to enjoy a visit to the Museo d’Arte Sacra Don Clemente, Maiori.

Located in the crypt of a collegiate church, the museum is filled with collection after collection of religious artefacts and art works worthy of a country like Italy, which is known for its religious history. Individuals who take some time to enjoy the museum can gain an appreciation and better understanding of the ‘sensus fideo’ of the Maiorese people, while also being able to get an up-close look at valuable pieces of Catholic arts.

Via Capitolo, Maiori, Italy 84010

4. Paper Mill Museum, Amalfi

There’s nothing quite like walking into an ancient paper mill and at Amalfi, everyone is welcome to do so at the Paper Mill Museum, Amalfi.

Housed in an authentic paper mill dating back to the 13th century, the Paper Mill Museum is a unique attraction that allows visitors to take a trip back in time and experience ancient paper production techniques. Guests can admire centuries-old machinery that was used in the production of paper like wooden hammers, water wheels, hemp rags and more.

If you’re looking for an in depth experience of the Paper Mill Museum, guided tours are also available in various languages, hosted by tour guides with incredible knowledge about ancient paper making practices.

Via Delle Cartiere, 23, Amalfi SA, Italy 84011, Phone: +39-08-98-30-45-61

5. Villa Rufolo, Ravello

Built in the 13th Century, the Villa Rufolo, Ravello is a monumental complex that was named after the family that built it.

Home to more rooms than there are days in the year, the village boasts of an extraordinary heritage was nearly lost due to time and, in many ways, negligence of care. Much of the beauty of the villa was, thankfully, restored through careful and loving restoration with gorgeous sites for visitors from near and far to see.

Some highlights include the tower gateway with its terracotta columns, entwined arches and ribbed down, as well as the cloister, which has ancient walls and is lined with lush cypresses and lime trees. Not to mention 36 intact columns, the great tower, and the hall of the knights.

Piazza Duomo, Ravello, Salerno, Italy 84010, Phone: +39-089-85-76-21

6. Museo della Ceramica, Vietri sul Mare

Inaugurated in 1981, the Museo della Ceramica, Vietri sul Mare is found inside the Belvedere Tower.

The tower is found inside the Villa Guariglia, an eclectic complex that is best known for being the summer home of Rafaele Guariglia, the Ambassador of Italy. The museum showcases traditional ceramics, which are undeniably the pride of the locals, and give insight to the unique craftsmanship involved in creating these gorgeous ceramic pieces.

Practically a cultural institution, some of the must-see items in the museum include the Vietri ceramics, some of which are the oldest preserved specimens of ceramics in the country, as well as wall and floor tiles from Calle Driggiole.

Villa Guariglia, Via Nuovo Raito, Raito di Vietri sul Mare SA, Italy, Phone: +39-089-21-18-35

7. Liquid Art System, Capri and Positano

Learn about art research, gain appreciation for various forms of art, and feast your eyes on amazing examples of contemporary and fine arts at the Liquid Art System, Capri and Positano.

The museum takes a “glocal”, or global and local, approach to contemporary art and features the works of 62 artists. With close to 800 pieces of art stored in the Liquid Art System, and counting, guests can look forward to appreciating rotating exhibits with the works of artists like Coderch & Malavia, Antonio Sannino, Marco Cornini, Matteo Procacciolo, Umberto Ciceri. The Liquid Art System is also home to pieces by international artists like Seo Young-Deok, Zhuang Hong Yi, Peter Demetz.

Via Vittorio Emanuele, 56, Capri, Italy, Phone: +39-089-87-52-57

8. Italian Fine Art Gallery, Positano

With a folklore claiming that the town was born by Poseidon, there is an undulating bond between the people of Positano and the sea. This love and ancient bond with the sea has resulted in a deep artistic awareness, a lot of which can be viewed and enjoyed at the Italian Fine Art Gallery, Positano.

The gallery is home to a collection of works including paintings by Roberta Diazzi, Ciro Palumbo, Claudia Giraudo, and sculptures by Isabel Miramontes, Mariela Garibay, Coderch and Malavia, Gio Frigo, Ermanno Leso, and more. The Italian Fine Art Gallery also has various photographs to peruse and study.

Piazza dei Mullini 8, Positano SA, Italy 84017, Phone: +39-089-87-51-13

9. Torre a Mare, Praiano

A comforting and commanding presence in Praiano, which overlooks the emerald-green sea by the Amalfi Coast is the Torre a Mare, Praiano.

This ancient medieval tower sits peacefully on a photogenic promontory and was built to protect the coast from possible Saracen invasions. Today, the Torre a Mare is a treat for travelers who are eager to get a taste of the Amalfi Coast’s history. It’s also a great place to visit for people who are looking forward to seeing and appreciating medieval architecture.

Despite its place in history, the Torre a Mare is actually quite a romantic place to spend the afternoon with a loved one. After seeing all that Torre a Mare has to offer, guests should also explore the side streets to see a great collection of ceramics and artists by Paolo Sandulli.

Via Terramare, SNC Praiano, Italy 84010