Visiting the Amalfi Coast in August

How to handle the August crowds and heat

Visiting the Amalfi Coast in August

August is the traditional summer holiday month in Italy, and the Amalfi Coast hits its peak crowding and heat during this time. Everyone seems to be on the beaches, the traffic slows to a crawl, and hotels and restaurants are booked up weeks in advance.

The Weather in August

August (and July) are the hottest months of the year in southern Italy, though thunderstorms at the end of the month sometimes bring some relief. Pack summer clothing, sandals, hats, and sunscreen.

  • Temperatura massima media: 30°
  • Temperatura minima media: 23°
  • Probabilità di pioggia: 11%
  • Probabilità di cielo nuvoloso: 10%
  • Temperatura del mare: 25°
  • Ore di luce giornaliere: 14.30

What to Do in August

The most important strategy for arranging an August visit to the Amalfi Coast is booking everything well in advance, including hotel stays, boat tours, restaurant tables, and any other tour or experience you are interested in. Everything from accommodations to guided tours book up weeks in advance, particularly on Capri.

Avoid touring in the hottest hours of the day, instead scheduling visits and walks early in the morning or late in the afternoon.

The Beach

The most crowded beaches are those that are easy to reach on foot or by car, so opt to spend your day at the quieter spots that are only accessible by sea. There are water taxi and shuttle services from Amalfi and Positano that can take you to a number of nearby coves where there are beach clubs and restaurants in the morning and pick you back up in the evening for just a few euros.

Beaches in Positano
Beaches in Amalfi

Boat Tours

You can catch a boat tour to Capri from a number of towns along the Amalfi Coast. These are small boats that seat up to 30 passengers, a great option for visiting the island in the high season summer months when the ferries are crowded. You can take a similar tour of the Amalfi Coast, with boats that stop at Positano and Amalfi for a quick walk through the center of town.

Book a boat tour

If you would like more privacy and independence, book a boat with skipper all to yourself! Most private boat tours on the Amalfi Coast are by traditional wooden gozzo boat, a type of craft that comes in a number of sizes from the smallest, fitting up to 6 passengers, to the largest that fits up to 12. These boats are perfect for exploring the coast or for heading from Amalfi or Positano to Capri.

Book a private gozzo boat with skipper

Events in August

On 15 August, Positano celebrates the feast day of “Santa Maria Assunta”, the town's patron saint. Fireworks light up the sky above the beaches, and the coastline is crowded with tourists and locals watching the show.

The best experiences and tours in Visiting the Amalfi Coast in August

From Sorrento: Hydrofoil to Amalfi & Positano Shared

Departure from Sorrento

Avoid traffic and delays
Admire the coastline by sea
Stop in both Positano and Amalfi

Hydrofoil from Sorrento 9:30AM

€ 40 per guest

Duration 9 ore

MOTORBOAT - UP TO 30 SEATS Shared

Departure from Capri

Skip the line
Save money
See the island highlights

Speedboats

€ 21 per guest

Duration 2 ore

Free cancellation

(297 Reviews)
Transfer to Blue Grotto and Back- Blue Line Shared

Departure from Capri

Children ride free
Save with online booking
Skip the line boarding

Speedboats

€ 21 per guest

Duration 1 hour

Free cancellation

(297 Reviews)
From Sorrento: Hydrofoil to Capri & Positano Shared

Departure from Sorrento

Hassle-free transport to Capri and Positano
Avoid the traffic on the coast
Dazzling views from the sea

Hydrofoil from Sorrento - 09.00 AM

€ 55 per guest

Duration 9 ore

Guided Tour of Pompeii - Skip the line admission Shared

Departure from Pompeii

Guide included
Skip the line!
The best of Pompeii

Tour

€ 55 per guest

Duration 2 ore

Free cancellation

(7214 Reviews)

Departure from Sorrento

Taste dishes you've prepared yourself
Ingredients fresh from the garden
Discover the traditional flavors of Sorrento

Cooking Class

€ 130 per guest

Duration 6 ore

Free cancellation

(275 Reviews)
Small-Group Capri Boat Tour w/Swim Shared

Departure from Capri

A personalized experience with a small group
A traditional wooden gozzo boat
Time to swim off the island's coastline

Islan Tour Boat

€ 50 per guest

Duration 2 ore 3 ore

Free cancellation

(562 Reviews)
From Naples: Hydrofoil to Amalfi and Positano Shared

Departure from Port of Naples

Cruise along the Amalfi Coast
Avoid the traffic and delays on land
Explore both Positano and Amalfi in one day

Hydrofoil from Naples 8:35AM

€ 63 per guest

Duration 10 ore

From Castellammare: Hydrofoil to Amalfi and Positano Shared

Departure from Castellammare di Stabia

Family-friendly travel by sea
Free time to explore on land
Indoor and outdoor seating on board

Hydrofoil from Castellammare 8:20AM

€ 45 per guest

Duration 10 ore

Departure from Positano

Choose your departure time
Travel by luxury sedan or minivan
Experienced drivers

Private Luxury Vehicle

From € 450 Per vehicle |Max 19 passengers

Duration 8 ore

The view from Mount Solaro Shared

Departure from Capri

Purchase tickets in advance
Enjoy a three-course lunch
Organize your day in complete freedom

Gold Tour

€ 96 € 110 per guest

Duration 8 ore

Free cancellation

(4 Reviews)

Departure from Naples

The highlights of the Amalfi Coast
A guided tour of Pompeii
Lunch at a traditional restaurant

Tour

€ 155 per guest

Duration 8 ore

Free cancellation

(7214 Reviews)

Where to stay in Visiting the Amalfi Coast in August

4 stars - Positano

4 star perfection, in Positano

  1. The view of Positano from your bedroom balcony
  2. The fabulous Neapolitan cuisine served on the terrace
  3. Sea and beaches just a short walk away
From € 1,285

Tel. +39 089 811111

Book on Booking.com

Or go to www.hotelposeidonpositano.it

4 stars - Positano

Your hotel in the center of Positano

  1. Luxurious suites.
  2. Panoramic restaurant with view of the Bay of Naples.
  3. Just 5 minutes away from the sea of the Amalfi Coast
From € 543

Tel. +39 089 812 2377

Book on Booking.com

Or go to www.hotelposaposa.com

3 stars - Positano

The beach of Fornillo in front of you

  1. The delicious fish and pizzas served in the terrace restaurant.
  2. The beach of Fornillo, practically on your doorstep.
  3. The view of the sea surrounding Positano from your bedroom.
From € 400

Tel. +39 089 875087

Book on Booking.com

Or go to www.hotelpupetto.it

4 stars - Positano

Positano's Dolce Vita

  1. The charm of a historic hotel in Positano
  2. The delicious traditional local cuisine
  3. The vicinity to the Spiaggia Grande beach

Tel. +39 089 875699

www.bucadibacco.it

5 stars - Praiano

White magic, on the Amalfi Coast

  1. An authentic design hotel in the heart of the Amalfi Coast
  2. The gourmet Mediterranean cuisine at "Un Piano nel Cielo" restaurant
  3. The private beach accessed by glass elevator
From € 1,345

Tel. +39 089 813 1333

Book on Booking.com

Or go to www.casangelina.com

4 stars - Praiano

A little piece of paradise - in Praiano

  1. A typical Mediterranean villa with views of the sea surrounding Praiano
  2. The unique flavors of the Amalfi Coast, courtesy of Restaurant M'ama!
  3. The splendid terrace with solarium and hydromassage swimming pool
From € 526

Tel. +39 089 874628

Book on Booking.com

Or go to www.hotelmargherita.info

Restaurants open in Visiting the Amalfi Coast in August

Il flauto di Pan New

Restaurants - Ravello

A gastronomic haven within the garden that enchanted the renowned composer Richard Wagner

The Michelin-starred restaurant nestled within the confines of Hotel Villa Cimbrone

Tel. +39089857459

Zass New

Restaurants - Positano

A Michelin-starred culinary experience with breathtaking views in Positano

This Michelin-starred restaurant at the San Pietro Hotel is an iconic Positano destination.

Tel. +39089875455

Li Galli Restaurant New

Restaurants - Positano

An intimate dining experience with authentic Mediterranean cuisine amidst the breathtaking landscape of Positano

Only seven tables for a truly exclusive dining experience

Tel. +39089875655

Il Refettorio New

Restaurants - Conca de' Marini

Exquisite fine dining in an ancient monastery

Michelin-starred restaurant at the Santa Rosa hotel in Conca dei Marini

Tel. +39 089 832 1199