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Marina Piccola

Italy

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Before returning to the port you'll have a stop off Sorrento to enjoy our famous organic Limoncello with the lights of sunset.

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    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…

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  2. 2Scoglio 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…

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  3. 3The 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. …

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  4. 4Via 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…

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  5. 5The 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…

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  6. 6Church 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…

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  7. 7The 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…

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  8. 8Closing

    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.

Key facts
LocationItaly
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates40.6289, 14.3754
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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