Visiting the Amalfi Coast in December

An unusually magical Christmas

Visiting the Amalfi Coast in December

There's no snow, temperatures are mild, and you won't find the traditional Christmas markets. Let's face it: the Amalfi Coast isn't your typical holiday destination in December. That said, Christmas on the coast offers a uniquely magical experience that you will find unforgettable....

The coastal towns are lit with fairy lights, reflected on the waves after sunset. The lanes are scented with the delightful smell of traditional holiday treats like zeppole and struffoli. There are pretty Nativity scenes set up in each square and shop window, and concerts and events for the holiday season scheduled for kids and adults.

New Year's Eve is generally celebrated on the Spiaggia Grande beach in Positano, which becomes an open air disco until dawn.

Christmas and New Year's on the Amalfi Coast

Sorrento is famous for its Christmas decorations, most notably the towering tree in Piazza Tasso that puts on a music and light show each hour. From the end of November, each weekend has special events and concerts scheduled to celebrate the holidays.

Christmas and New Year's in Sorrento

The Weather in December

By December, temperatures on the Amalfi Coast are quite cold, though rarely freezing. It frequently rains, however, and seas are choppy.

  • Average high temperature (in Celsius): 15° C
  • Average low temperature (in Celsius): 10° C
  • Chance of rain: 30%
  • Chance of clouds: 47%
  • Average sea temperature (in Celsius): 17° C
  • Average daylight hours: 9

What to Do on the Amalfi Coast in December

Aside from Christmas concerts and events, December is perfect for visiting Naples, Sorrento, Amalfi, Ravello, and Pompeii and Herculaneum.

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

Tour of the Amalfi Cost, Positano, Amalfi & Ravello Shared

Departure from Naples, Sorrento

Visit Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello in a day
Transfer by boat from Positano to Amalfi
Avoid the hassle and crowds of public transportation
Local official guide in English

Amalfi Coast from Sorrento and other options...

€ 105 per guest

Duration 8 ore 9 ore

Free cancellation

(1306 Reviews)

Departure from Naples, Sorrento, Port of Naples

No public transportation
See the highlights in one day
Air conditioning and wifi

Luxury Mercedes Vehicle

From € 470 € 499 Per vehicle | Max 8 passengers

Duration 8 ore

Free cancellation

(368 Reviews)

Activities

Guided tour of the winery and vineyards
Lunch with a view featuring local specialties
Tasting of the 'CLASSIC' Vesuvio Lacryma Christi DOC wines

Wine Tasting with Lunch

€ 45 per guest

Duration 2 ore

Free cancellation

(1094 Reviews)

Departure from Piano di Sorrento

Traditional lunch included
Tour of the family garden
Historic traditional limoncello recipe

Limoncello Class

From € 480 Per group | Max 12 people

Duration 3 ore

(87 Reviews)

Activities

Guided tour of the winery and vineyards
Lunch with a view featuring local specialties
Tasting of the 'SUPERIOR' Vesuvio Lacryma Christi DOC wines

Wine Tasting with Lunch

€ 55 per guest

Duration 2 ore

Free cancellation

(1094 Reviews)

Departure from Amalfi, Capri, Naples, Positano, Sorrento, Massa Lubrense, Praiano

Sea, grottoes, and the Piazzetta
A fully comfortable ride
Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel

ApreaMare Diamond 38' and other options...

From € 900 Per boat | Max 12 passengers

Duration 8 ore

(430 Reviews)

Departure from Capri

Flexible itinerary
Experienced skipper
Powerful luxury speedboat

Pershing 43

From € 900 € 1,200 Per boat | Max 11 passengers

Duration 4 ore 8 ore

(222 Reviews)

Departure from Naples, Sorrento

Customizable itinerary
Comfortable luxury vehicles
English-speaking driver

Luxury car

From € 480 € 460 Per vehicle | Max 8 passengers

Duration 8 ore

Free cancellation

(105 Reviews)

Departure from Sorrento

Prosecco for a welcome toast
Comfortable and agile gozzo boat
Expert skipper

Jeranto 7.50

From € 900 Per boat | Max 7 passengers

Duration 8 ore

Free cancellation

(26 Reviews)
Pompeii: Guided Tour Departing from Naples Shared

Departure from Naples

Transfer service included between Naples and Pompeii
1.5-hour tour with guide
Free time to souvenir shop near the archaeological park

Bus

€ 87 per guest

Duration 3 ore

Free cancellation

(8930 Reviews)
Mozzarella Experience + Butter Class on the Sorrento Peninsula New

Departure from Vico Equense

Tour a historic dairy
Learn to make butter
Taste delicious traditional local foods

Dairy Private

€ 130 per guest

Duration 2 ore

Free cancellation

(27 Reviews)
Mozzarella Experience +Cagliata Class: cheesemaking workshop New

Departure from Vico Equense

Experience for the whole family
Private experience in an ancient dairy farm
Farm-to-table fresh ingredients

Dairy Private

€ 120 per guest

Duration 2 ore

Free cancellation

(27 Reviews)

Where to stay in Visiting the Amalfi Coast in December

4 stars - Positano

Your dream holiday on the Amalfi Coast

  1. A peaceful vacation on the Amalfi Coast in a villa in Positano
  2. The effortless Mediterranean elegance in the sea view suites
  3. The delicious cuisine of the Amalfi Coast
From € 375

Tel. +39 089 811498

Book on Booking.com

Or go to www.villagabrisa.it

Luxury Villas - Positano

Live a dream, stay at Palazzo Santa Croce

  1. The opulence of a 18th century residence
  2. A spot on Positano of incomparable beauty
  3. A SPA as in the ancient Rome

Tel. +39 081 510 9088

www.palazzosantacroce.com

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

3 stars - Positano

The beauty of Positano

  1. 5 minute walk divides the hotel from the sea
  2. welcoming family-run hotel
  3. the hotel is situated right in the heart of Positano

Tel. +39 089 875047

www.bougainville.it

Restaurants open in Visiting the Amalfi Coast in December

Restaurants - Nerano - Massa Lubrense

One of Nerano's most storied restaurants

Seasonal dishes made with quality local ingredients at this family-run beach restaurant.

Tel. +39 081 808 1026

www.hotelloscoglio.com