Marina Grande - Antico Borgo Marinaro

Descending from the high cliffs of central Sorrento, you enter a different world: Marina Grande, the 'Antico Borgo Marinaro' or Ancient Fishing Village. While Marina Piccola serves as the modern gateway for ferries and tourism,…

The approach to Marina Grande is as much a part of the experience as the village itself. You can reach it via a series of stone steps and sloping paths that wind down from the cliffside near the Villa Communale. …

Once you reach the level of the sea, the true character of Marina Grande reveals itself. This is a working harbor first and foremost. …

Tucked among the houses is the Parrocchia di Sant'Anna, a small but significant church dedicated to the patron saint of Marina Grande. Saint Anna is traditionally considered the protector of mothers and women in labor, but in…

While Sorrento is not known for having 'dreamy,' expansive sandy beaches, the small beach at Marina Grande is a beloved local spot. It offers a mix of volcanic sand and pebbles, typical of the Campanian coast. …

Marina Grande is the ancestral home of the 'Gozzo Sorrentino,' one of the most iconic boat designs in the Mediterranean. For centuries, master shipwrights in this village have hand-crafted these wooden vessels. …

Marina Grande is arguably the best place in Sorrento to enjoy 'Local Foods,' specifically seafood. The waterfront is lined with restaurants, many of which have been run by the same families for generations. …

As we prepare to leave the Antico Borgo Marinaro and perhaps begin our climb back up to the modern town, I hope you carry with you the unique spirit of Marina Grande. We have seen a place where history is not found in books, but…