Capri
Marina Piccola & Faraglioni Coast
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The south-coast swimming hub — Marina Piccola beach, Faraglioni sea stacks for boat-around, the islands postcard.
The southern bays — Marina Piccola is the only proper swim-beach on the island, sandwiched between cliffs and looking onto the Faraglioni sea stacks. Tiny but iconic; lined with a few beach-clubs and seafood restaurants. The boat-around-the-Faraglioni (kissing-rock arch) launches from here. Not a place to stay — a place to swim and lunch.
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What you gain
- ↑Only proper swim beach with sand on the island
- ↑Faraglioni boat-around launch — the unmissable trip
- ↑Da Luigi ai Faraglioni lunch at the sea stacks
What you sacrifice
- ↓Beach clubs charge 50-150 EUR per day for two loungers
- ↓Steep walk or bus up to Capri Town
Best for
Avoid if
Other Capri neighbourhoods
The ferry port at sea level — every visitor lands here, fishing-boat seafood by the harbour, the budget gateway.
The hilltop quieter twin — Villa San Michele Axel Munthe house, Monte Solaro chair-lift, half the price of Capri Town.
The glamour heart — Piazzetta cafe scene, Via Camerelle designer-row shopping, the islands biggest hotels.
Know where to stay — now find when to go.
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