Where to stay and what to see
Frequently Asked Questions About Sant'Agata sui due Golfi, the Amalfi Coast, and the Sorrento Peninsula
Where is the best place to stay if you want to visit both the Amalfi Coast and the Sorrento Peninsula?
Sant'Agata sui due Golfi, a hamlet of Massa Lubrense, is one of the most strategic locations in the area: it lies exactly where the two coasts meet, about 6 km from Sorrento and a short distance from the turnoff for Positano. It is the ideal base for those who don’t want to choose between the two coasts but would like to visit both while staying at the same accommodation.
How do you get to Sant'Agata sui due Golfi from the Naples airport?
There are four main options: take the Curreri bus to the Sorrento train station and then the SITA bus to Sant'Agata (about €13 + €1.50, 2 hours); a direct private transfer to the Relais (starting at €150, 1 hour 15 minutes); a rental car (1 hour and 15 minutes, but with scenic, winding roads); or the Alibus + Circumvesuviana to Sorrento and then the SITA bus (about €5 + €6.40, 2 hours and 30 minutes plus waiting times).
How far are Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi, and Capri from Sant'Agata sui due Golfi?
Sorrento is about 6 km away, the turnoff for Positano is about 4 km away, while Amalfi and Ravello can be reached by car along the scenic coastal road. To get to Capri, take a ferry from Sorrento or the port of Massa Lubrense; there are regular ferry services during the summer months.
Where can you go grocery shopping in Sant'Agata sui due Golfi?
There is a supermarket for everyday groceries, but the town also has traditional shops, all within walking distance: the butcher shop for meat, the dairy shop for mozzarella and cheeses made fresh daily, the fish market for fresh fish (mornings only), the produce stand, and the bakery for bread and baked goods.
Is it better to get around by car, or can you also use public transportation?
Both options work well. Sant'Agata is well-connected by SITA bus routes, which serve both Sorrento and the towns along the Amalfi Coast, thus avoiding the traffic and the often difficult parking situation in Positano and Amalfi during peak season. Those traveling by car can still find private parking on site.
Where can you eat in Sant'Agata sui due Golfi?
The town offers a variety of options to suit every taste: restaurants serving traditional cuisine made with local ingredients, a pizzeria-restaurant, a wine bar with refined cuisine and a more youthful atmosphere, and a few cafes offering homemade pastries for breakfast. There’s also a restaurant just outside the town center that provides a shuttle service for those who want to experience the area’s most authentic cuisine.
What are the must-see stops on the Amalfi Coast?
The classic destinations are Positano, Amalfi, and Ravello, each with its own unique character: Positano for its colorful houses perched above the sea, Amalfi for its cathedral and historic center, and Ravello for its panoramic views and historic villas, such as Villa Cimbrone.
How do you get to Positano and Amalfi from Sant'Agata sui due Golfi?
Ci sono tre modi: in auto (comodo per fermarsi lungo il percorso, ma con parcheggi cari e strade stretto in alta stagione), in bus SITA (economico, ma con partenza da Sorrento e possibile affollamento in estate), oppure in traghetto (vista mare, ma con corse più limitate). Esistono anche escursioni private in barca condivisa con pick-up incluso dal Relais e guida in lingua inglese a bordo.
What sights should you see on the Sorrento Peninsula?
In addition to Sorrento, it’s worth visiting the Bay of Ieranto and the Crapolla Fjord—accessible via hiking trails from Sant’Agata sui due Golfi—as well as Marina del Cantone for its beaches and beachfront restaurants.
How do you get to Capri from Sant'Agata sui due Golfi?
Take the SITA bus to Sorrento, and from there, a public ferry from the port (ferries run frequently; no advance reservation is needed). Alternatively, there are private boat tours that include pickup from the Relais, as well as a tour of the island with an English-speaking guide on board.
Is it possible to take a trip to Pompeii or Capri while staying in Sant'Agata sui due Golfi?
Yes. Pompeii is about 33 km away and can be reached by car or train via Sorrento; Capri, on the other hand, can be reached by ferry, with frequent departures during the summer months.
What hiking trails are there near Sant'Agata sui due Golfi?
Among the most picturesque are: Ieranto Bay, a nature reserve with a view of Capri, accessible by SITA bus to Nerano; Mount San Costanzo, the highest point in Massa Lubrense with a 360° view of the peninsula; and the Bagni della Regina Giovanna, the ruins of a Roman villa overlooking Sorrento, where you can swim in a natural pool.
When is the best time to visit this area?
Spring (April–June) and early fall (September) offer mild weather and fewer crowds than July and August, while still maintaining all transportation connections and services.
Is there an organic farm nearby that we can visit?
Yes, just a few minutes from the center of Sant'Agata is one of the largest organic farms on the peninsula, where you can tour the gardens and end the day with dinner under the lemon trees, with a menu that varies depending on what the garden has to offer at that time.
Is Relais Le Due Costiere also suitable for people traveling without a car?
Yes: The property is located in the center of Sant'Agata sui due Golfi, just a short walk from the bus stop and the supermarket, so it's perfectly livable even without a car.
