Marina Piccola
Italy
Before returning to the port you'll have a stop off Sorrento to enjoy our famous organic Limoncello with the lights of sunset.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to Marina Piccola, the 'small harbor' of Capri, a place of extraordinary natural beauty and deep historical resonance. Nestled on the southern side of the island, this bay offers a peaceful contrast to the bustling main…
Listen in the app2Scoglio delle Sirene — The Siren's Rock
Our exploration begins at the Scoglio delle Sirene, a rocky outcrop that juts into the bay and serves as the symbolic heart of Marina Piccola. For millennia, this spot has been linked to the legends of the Sirens, the mythical…
Listen in the app3The Roman Legacy — Tiberius's Refuge
Marina Piccola was not only a place of myth but also a favorite retreat for the Roman elite. Emperor Tiberius, who ruled the Empire from Capri for the final decade of his life, was particularly fond of this southern bay. …
Listen in the app4Via Krupp — A Work of Engineering Art
If you look up from the beaches of Marina Piccola toward the cliffs of the Gardens of Augustus, you will see one of the most remarkable pathways in the world: Via Krupp. Commissioned by the German industrialist Friedrich Alfred…
Listen in the app5The Beach Clubs and Modern Glamour
Marina Piccola is synonymous with a specific kind of Mediterranean glamour, best exemplified by its world-famous beach clubs. Establishments like 'La Canzone del Mare' became iconic in the 1950s and 60s, serving as the backdrop…
Listen in the app6Church of Sant'Andrea — Spiritual Guardian
Nestled slightly back from the water's edge is the small, charming Church of Sant'Andrea. Built in the early 20th century on the site of an older chapel, it serves as the spiritual guardian for the sailors and residents of Marina…
Listen in the app7The Faraglioni — Sentinels of the Sea
No visit to Marina Piccola is complete without contemplating the Faraglioni, the three massive rock stacks that rise from the sea just off the coast. While they are visible from many parts of the island, the view from sea level…
Listen in the app8Closing
As you prepare to leave Marina Piccola, take a moment to look back at the turquoise bay and the towering Faraglioni. You have walked through a landscape where history, myth, and nature are inextricably linked. …
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What is Marina Piccola?
Marina Piccola is a place in Italy with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 40.6289, 14.3754 |
| Last updated |
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