The Town of Positano

Welcome to Positano, the 'Vertical City', a town so dramatically built into the steep hillsides of the Amalfi Coast that it appears more as a cascading work of art than a functional human settlement. As a scholar of Mediterranean…

We begin our walk on Via Cristoforo Colombo, the main road that winds through the upper part of the town. This is where you will find that 'iconic Positano shot'—the one seen in countless postcards and Instagram feeds, where the…

Leaving the main road, we enter the true heart of Positano's pedestrian network: the 'scalinatelle.' These are the narrow stone stairways that zigzag between the houses, connecting the upper levels of the town to the sea. For…

As we move lower into the town, the narrow streets become lined with the chic boutiques that have made 'Moda Positano' famous worldwide. This unique fashion tradition began in the 1960s with local tailor Pasquale Russo, who…

Positano is equally famous for its vibrant ceramic industry, a tradition that dates back to the 17th century when artisans first settled in the region. As you wander, you will be drawn to shops like Ceramiche Casola, packed with…

No exploration of Positano is complete without acknowledging the 'Sfusato Amalfitano,' the famous local lemon that grows in abundance on the terraced hillsides. These lemons are significantly larger and sweeter than those found…

As the day begins to wind down, Positano transforms into a place of pure magic. The town's southwest-facing orientation ensures that you can enjoy spectacular sunsets over the sea almost every evening. …

As we conclude our walk through the cascading streets of Positano, I hope you have felt the unique pull of this extraordinary place. We have stood at the panoramic overlooks of Via Cristoforo Colombo, conquered the ancient stone…