Capri Holidays

Holidays in Capri combine the luxuries of high end shopping and the authenticity of the great outdoors. Situated on the south side of the Gulf of Naples, the island has been a popular holiday destination since the Roman Republic era, with the area’s main town adopting the same name. Just off the Sorrentine Peninsula, Capri boasts two harbours, Marina Grande and Marina Piccola. Couples can roam the winding streets stress free, while explorers can travel to the famous Blue Grotto sea cave, Traditional chairlift offering stunning views of the island from the top of Mount Solero.

Inhabited since the Palaeolithic era, Capri has been home to Caesar Augustus and his successor Tiberius, both of whom built the villas which are still open to visitors to this day. Such royalty has continued to the present day, with a seemingly endless list of designer fashion brands scattered across the lavish streets. Along with its majestic landscape, the region is also famed for both handmade leather sandals and limoncello, and offers plenty of opportunity to explore the culture of this unparalleled area of Italy.

Explore Capri like no other

At Citalia we have 95 years of expertise, allowing us to help you get off the beaten track and explore everything the wonderful town of Capri has to offer.

From the sea stacks that climb above the deep blue sea to the panoramic promenade of the Belvedere of Tragara, prepare yourself for an idiosyncratic venue. After losing yourself in the bustling and lively high street shopping, you can then stroll or hike through the mountainous areas which stretch endlessly across the light blue skyline.

Wander through the glorious Roman ruins, gaze down at the glittering ocean below, and even recreate the times of former poets in the historic Villa Lysis. Not only does Capri provide incomparable views and experiences, the surrounding areas of Sorrento, Anacapri, Ravello and Amalfi offer a peaceful respite amid the luxuries of the main hub of the town of Capri, ideal for those wanting to enjoy a day trip.

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Handpicked Hotels in Capri

Discover the real Capri while staying in one of our carefully selected hotels

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Neapolitan Riviera, Capri

Hotel Caesar Augustus

Located 1,000 feet above the Bay of Naples with spectacular sea views
Luxury hotel with infinity pool and superb restaurant

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Neapolitan Riviera, Capri

Villa Sanfelice

Four star property with tastefully decorated guest rooms
Within easy reach of the centre of Capri Town and pretty beaches

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Tour Inspiration

Sorrento & the Bay of Naples Small Group Escorted Tour

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Enjoy a walking tour of charming Sorrento and its Italian delicacies
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Explore the picturesque Amalfi Coast and its famous towns
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Stay in a grand hotel overlooking the Bay of Naples
Visit the ancient city of Pompeii and see the magnificent peak of Mount Vesuvius
Visit the island of Capri

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Destinations in Capri

Capri island in a beautiful summer day in Italy

Anacapri

Anacapri literally translates to ‘above Capri’ and the location of Capri’s second town affords some of the most spectacular views on the island.

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Boats at Marina Grande embankment in Capri Island in Tyrrhenian sea, Italy

Capri Town

Capri Town is the first thing visitors see when they arrive on the island. From a deceptively small port, the town of Capri climbs upwards into the island’s scenic foothills.

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Things to do in Capri

Capri is deceptively small, but what it lacks in size, it makes up for in stunning attractions. The major activity is quite simply relaxing and soaking up the Italian sun, whether it be from one of several rocky beaches or from one of the numerous cafés on La Piazzetta. Shopping is also a major hobby for visiting celebrities and tourists alike, where the sinuous streets bend around the perfect, natural landscape.

Holidays in Capri offer very few nightclubs, with a selection of chic bars and late night cafés where you can unwind with local wines and limoncello. Venues like the Taverna Anema e Core are ideal for a relaxing evening immersing yourself in the soothing tones of the authentic Neapolitan guitar.

Combine your holiday with other historic towns with our Rome, Sorrento and Capri Multicentre holiday. This allows you to see the fascinating cultural sights of the Eternal City, combined with a train journey to Sorrento to explore the wonderful Amalfi Coast. Finish by arriving in Capri by boat and spending a couple of days relaxing in this chic town.

Things to doBlue Grotto CapriCapri’s Blue Grotto is arguably the best of its kind, offering a once-in-a-lifetime experience for those adventurous enough to venture within.

Things to doFaraglioni RocksFaraglioni are Italian coastal stacks – towering columns of stone standing far out at sea – and Capri’s faraglioni are some of the most impressive in the world.Find out more about Faraglioni Rocks

Things to doMonte SolaroSoaring majestically over Capri, Monte Solaro is the island’s highest peak, and is impossible to ignore. Find out more about Monte Solaro

Things to doPiazza Umberto IPiazza Uberto I, or the ‘Piazetta’ as locals call it, is Capri’s most perfect space: a petite square with one edge looking out to sea, and the other three backed with lively pavement cafes.Find out more about Piazza Umberto I

Things to doShopping in CapriUtter the name ‘Capri’ anywhere, and people will think of glamorous models perusing high-end boutiques. The reality is not far off – Capri is one of Italy’s most fashion-conscious towns, powered by a celebrity clientele that want the best there is.Find out more about Shopping in Capri

Things to doVilla San MicheleVilla San Michele is one of the island’s best-kept secrets; a spectacularly airy villa set at the top of Anacapri’s Phoenician Steps. Yet it is the story behind this glorious abode that makes it so special. Find out more about Villa San Michele

Flight Information

The closest airport to Capri is Naples (NAP), which is approximately 2 hours 15 minutes from Capri via ferry (we recommend that flights into Naples arrive no later than 4pm and depart no earlier than 11.30am in order to catch the first/last ferry).

Direct flights to Naples airport (NAP) are available from Birmingham, Bristol, East Midlands, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, London Gatwick, London Luton, London Stansted, Manchester and Newcastle and take approximately 2 hours 45 minutes.

When to go

Capri's season runs from April to October. Summer (June to August) is the busiest time for the island but even during these months the evenings are relatively quiet as most people are only visiting for the day. April, May, September and October are the best months to travel to avoid the worst of the crowds and still enjoy good weather and warm sea temperatures.

Visa Information

At the current time, British citizens do not require a visa to visit Italy.

Tipping

Whilst tipping isn’t embedded into Italian culture it is always appreciated as an acknowledgement of good service. Nowadays people generally round up a bill in a bar or cafe and leave 5-10% extra on a restaurant bill. Taxi bills are usually also rounded up.

On guided tours/excursions it is customary to leave a token of appreciation for the driver and guide.

On small group escorted tours, it is customary to leave a token of appreciation the driver and guide at the end of the tour.

Introduction to languages

The official language of Italy is Italian. English is widely spoken too, so getting by is easy.

Capri Specialities

The isle of Capri’s cuisine draws on many inspirations, including the Spanish, French, Romans and Greeks, with the most famous local dish known as the insalata caprese, which gets its name from the island itself. This simple salad of tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil – which draws on the colours of the Italian flag – is combined with olive oil and salt to produce a hugely popular starter.

Capri Specialities Unsurprisingly, fresh fish dominates the menu, with the simplicities of squid and anchovies a must, as well as the equally simple yet more sophisticated dish of stuffed calamari. Fresh vegetables are also a given in every restaurant, but you won’t walk past a single outlet without the smell of the ever popular calamari, which can be enjoyed as you twist and turn through the surrounding pathways.

Capri Specialities Simple yet tasty foods require less simple wines, and holidays in Capri include an almost infinite list of tantalising bottles. Capri Rosso (red wine) is always a popular choice, yet the most notable option is undeniably one of the traditional Lacryma Christi wines; an iconic bottle produced on the steep slopes of Italy’s very own Mount Vesuvius.

Capri HistoryThe island of Capri has been inhabited since the Palaeolithic era, however it was when Caesar Augustus visited in 29 BC that the first villa was built there. Augustus's successor, Tiberius, then lived on the island from 27 to 37 A.D and built a further 12 villas - villas that are visible to visitors today. Until 7th century A.D, Romans ruled the area, but after the western Roman Empire collapsed, it was raided by the Saracens and the years following saw the island dominated by the Longobards, Normans, Anjounins, Aragonese and the Spanish.

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Insider tips from our well travelled team

Linda Kulka

Take the chairlift (called the 'Seggiovia' by locals) from Anacapri up to Monte Solaro. On a clear day the views over the Bay of Naples are indescribable.

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Capri Holidays

Explore Capri like no other

Your plans, our expertise

Handpicked Hotels in Capri

Hotel Caesar Augustus

Villa Sanfelice

Sorrento & the Bay of Naples Small Group Escorted Tour

Destinations in Capri

Anacapri

Capri Town

Things to do in Capri

Flight Information

When to go

Visa Information

Tipping

Introduction to languages

Our recommendations

Linda Kulka

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