Le Ville di Ravello

Welcome to Ravello, a town that occupies a unique position both geographically and historically on the Amalfi Coast. While most of the thirteen villages of this famous coastline cling to the water's edge, Ravello is perched high…

Our tour begins in Piazza Vescovado, the vibrant heart of Ravello. This square has been the center of civic and religious life since the Middle Ages. …

Just steps from the piazza is the entrance to Villa Rufolo, a site that Boccaccio once described in the 'Decameron' as being owned by the wealthiest man in Ravello. Built in the 13th century by the Rufolo family, powerful…

We now emerge into the world-famous gardens of Villa Rufolo, a place that feels as if it were suspended between the heavens and the earth. These gardens were famously visited by Richard Wagner in 1880. …

To reach our next destination, we must take a leisurely ten-minute walk through the winding, cobbled alleys of Ravello toward the tip of the peninsula. This walk is an attraction in itself, offering a glimpse into the quieter,…

We have arrived at the gates of Villa Cimbrone, an estate that represents the pinnacle of early 20th-century romanticism in Italy. While the site has roots dating back to the 11th century, it was transformed starting in 1904 by…

Finally, we reach the climax of our tour: the Terrace of Infinity at Villa Cimbrone. This is arguably the single most iconic spot on the entire Amalfi Coast. …

As we walk back toward the center of town, take a deep breath of the mountain air and reflect on the beauty you have witnessed today. Ravello is a town that demands a slower pace. …