After you’ve seen Rome, Venice, and Florence, you are going to want to base yourself in the lovely town of Sorrento to see many of the remaining important sights. Only an hour from gritty Naples, and 30 minutes from the ruins of Pompei, Sorrento is also your base to enjoy the Amalfi Coast as well as the famous nearby resort island of Capri.
Sorrento has so many great sights nearby that you might forget to just spend time in this town, and that would be a mistake. Look beyond all the shops peddling Limoncello, and you’ll find great restaurants here and much more. It’s all made easier by the fact that most locals seem to speak fluent English, which isn’t the case in most of Italy.
| Population | 16,500 |
| Area | 16,500 |
| Timezone | UTC+1 |
| Currency | Euro |
| Airports | Napoli-Capodichino (NAP) |
Food and drink here are also relative bargains, especially if you enjoy the local pizza and other favorites, along with the local wines and Limoncello.
| Budget breakfast | If your hotel doesn't include breakfast, you'll find nearby coffee "bars" with pastries and such. | $3.87 - $8.60 |
| Budget lunch | Pizza and sandwiches at modest prices are easy to find, and there is a kebab place near the center as well. | $5.38 - $9.68 |
| Budget dinner | Sit-down dinners in Sorrento are typical of Italy in that at least two courses are necessary, unless you order a pizza. | $10.75 - $19.35 |
| Beer (bottle) | Beer in Italy is rarely a bargain, so prices feel weirdly high compared to wine. | $3.76 - $5.38 |
| Wine (.5L house wine) | Very drinkable house wines are available at bargain prices at every restaurant. | $3.98 - $7.53 |
| Month | High F | Low F | PRECIP (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55 | 39 | 4.1 |
| February | 56 | 40 | 3.9 |
| March | 59 | 43 | 3.4 |
| April | 65 | 47 | 3.0 |
| May | 73 | 54 | 2.0 |
| June | 79 | 60 | 1.3 |
| July | 85 | 65 | 1.0 |
| August | 85 | 64 | 1.6 |
| September | 79 | 60 | 3.2 |
| October | 71 | 53 | 5.1 |
| November | 62 | 46 | 6.4 |
| December | 57 | 42 | 4.8 |
Each part of the year offers something different. Spring provides great weather along with lemon and orange blossoms. Both spring and fall are great times to visit with mild temperatures and fewer crowds then summer. In summer the temperatures rise a bit and invite many travelers to visit and bask in the sun and dance at the Sorrento Summer of Music Festival.
Winter is also a great time to visit with temperatures staying above freezing and allowing many outdoor events to continue through the winter months.
| 21 Mar | 6:03am | 6:15pm |
| 21 Jun | 5:31am | 8:36pm |
| 21 Sep | 6:49am | 7:01pm |
| 21 Dec | 7:22am | 4:38pm |
Hotels in Sorrento are quite good value compared to Rome or Venice, and most are walking distance from everything.
Summer is full of festivals and shows and thus draws in large crowds of both locals and visitors. Because of this, it’s best to reserve your stay early and be prepared for higher prices.
If you’re looking to have more of a budget minded vacation, consider visiting during the spring and fall where prices are a little lower but the weather is still sunny.
| Rating | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
 | 19.35 - 34.41 |
| 37.63 - 91.40 |
| 43.01 - 111.83 |
| 53.76 - 166.67 |
| 158.06 - 300.00 |
| Type | Price(USD) |
|---|---|
| Hostel Bed | 14.48 - 20.12 |