Capri at a glance
Capri lies in the Gulf of Naples and is reached by boat only. Ferries land at Marina Grande, the main harbor. From there a funicular climbs to Capri Town and the Piazzetta, and a bus runs on to Anacapri, the island's second town. Both town centers are explored on foot.
This guide covers the island and the ports you leave from: the Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra), boat tours, Anacapri and Monte Solaro, the Faraglioni rocks, Villa Jovis, Villa San Michele, the Gardens of Augustus, beaches, weather, hotels and the ferries from Naples, Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast. It is an independent site. It is not run by the municipalities of Capri or Anacapri, a ferry company, a hotel or a tour operator. Prices are in euros, as listed in 2026, and they change.
Capri in three places
Where you arrive, where you stroll and where the west begins.
Marina Grande
The arrival harbor, with ferry quays, boat tours and pebble areas near the port. The funicular to Capri Town starts here. The ride takes about 4 minutes.
Boat tours →Capri Town
The Piazzetta (Piazza Umberto I) is the center. The Certosa, the Gardens of Augustus and the walk to Villa Jovis start from here, as do the paths to the Arco Naturale and the Faraglioni viewpoints.
Things to do →Anacapri
Reached from Capri Town by bus. Villa San Michele and the Monte Solaro chairlift are here, and the Blue Grotto and Punta Carena belong to the municipality of Anacapri too.
Anacapri guide →Our picks: Capri tours
A day from Naples with the grotto, a short boat tour and a kayak trip.
Hand-picked tours, booked through GetYourGuide. Prices are indicative starting prices in euros (as of October 2026). Tap a tour for live availability and the current price in your currency.
Capri, Anacapri and Blue Grotto from Naples
Ferry from Naples, a guide and the island shuttle bus. Blue Grotto entry and the rowing boat are included; if the grotto is closed, you get an island boat trip instead.
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Small-group grottoes cruise with a swim
Two hours on a small boat with water, limoncello and towels. Anything not listed as included is extra.
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Sea kayaking to caves and beaches
A guided kayak tour of about an hour and a half, with kayak, paddle, life jacket, a dry bag and GoPro photos.
Check availability →Capri tours and day trips
Boat trips around the island, Blue Grotto combinations and day trips from Naples, Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast, with live prices and availability.
Sights and experiences
Start with the list of things to do, then pick the places you want.
Things to do in Capri
Fifteen ideas, from the Blue Grotto to the Gardens of Augustus.
The Blue Grotto
Tickets, rowboats, opening hours and what happens when the sea is rough.
Capri boat tours compared
Island cruises, private boats and what a Grotto stop really includes.
Anacapri
Villa San Michele, the chairlift and the west of the island.
The Faraglioni
Viewpoints, boats and where swimming is possible.
Villa Jovis
Tiberius's villa, the walk up and the ticket.
Villa San Michele
Axel Munthe's house in Anacapri, with hours by month.
Monte Solaro
The chairlift from Anacapri, its fares and the walk down.
Gardens of Augustus
Tickets, views and the open question of Via Krupp.
Capri beaches
Pebble coves, rock platforms and beach clubs with 2026 prices.
Getting there and planning
Ferries, seasons and where to sleep.
Naples to Capri
Two ports, several operators and the airport change in November 2026.
Sorrento to Capri
The shortest crossing, with 2026 fares.
Positano and Amalfi to Capri
Seasonal boats from 1 April to 3 November 2026.
Weather and best time
Monthly climate figures for Naples and how to read them for Capri.
Hotels on Capri
Capri Town, Anacapri or Marina Grande: which area fits.
Ferries to Capri at a glance
Adult one-way fares in 2026, without the landing fee. Each row is one operator's listing.
| From | Port | Crossing | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naples | Molo Beverello (fast boats) | About 50 to 80 minutes | €14.80 ferry, €21.50 fast boat (Caremar); €25 (NLG) |
| Sorrento | Marina Piccola | About 30 to 40 minutes | €17.40 (Caremar); €22 (NLG) |
| Positano | Positano | – | €24, 1 April to 3 November 2026 (NLG) |
| Amalfi | Amalfi | – | €24, 1 April to 3 November 2026 (NLG) |
Not every Naples sailing leaves from Molo Beverello. Car ferries use Calata Porta di Massa. The Marina Piccola in Sorrento is a different place from the beach area of the same name on Capri. Details are on the pages for Naples, Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast.
Good to know in 2026
Points where older guides and booking sites are wrong or out of date.
The Blue Grotto has three costs
The museum ticket is €6 (€2 reduced). The rowboat inside is separate, listed at €12 in the museum rules and €13 on a travel portal. The boat from Marina Grande adds about €25. The museum price alone is not the total.
Blue Grotto guide →Monte Solaro costs more than old guides say
The chairlift operator lists €15 return and €12 one way.
Monte Solaro →Certosa di San Giacomo
The Ministry of Culture lists €10 for the Certosa. It is closed on Mondays, and two new exhibition rooms opened on 27 May 2026.
Things to do →Via Krupp is not a safe plan
One travel portal reports a closure after rockfall, another reports a reopening. Do not build a walk around it before you have seen the current status on site.
Gardens of Augustus →Visitors' cars are banned in season
A regional decree of 25 March 2026 bars cars, motorcycles and mopeds of non-residents, rentals and foreign plates included, from 30 March to 2 November 2026 and from 28 December 2026 to 3 January 2027. A hotel booking alone is not listed as an exception.
Naples airport in November
The airport operator announced on 21 September 2026 that the airport closes in November 2026 for runway work. An earlier municipal notice named 10 to 30 November. Ask your airline before you book a flight and a ferry on the same day.
Naples to Capri →More independent southern Italy guides
Separate guides from the same team, each focused on one region.
Calabria
Tropea, the Costa degli Dei, Pizzo, Scilla, the Sila and Aspromonte.
Basilicata
Matera and the Sassi, Maratea, Craco and the mountain villages.
Torre Guaceto
The nature reserve near Ostuni and Brindisi in Puglia: beaches, snorkeling and the marine reserve.
Capri: frequently asked questions
How do I get to Capri?
By boat. Fast passenger boats leave Naples from Molo Beverello in about 50 to 60 minutes, conventional ferries take about 80 minutes. From Sorrento the crossing takes about 30 to 40 minutes. From Positano and Amalfi, NLG lists seasonal sailings from 1 April to 3 November 2026. See Naples, Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast.
Is the Blue Grotto always open?
No. It closes when the sea or weather is unfavorable, and a reservation gives no entry guarantee. Plan a second option for the day. The Blue Grotto page has prices and opening hours.
Can I visit Capri in one day?
Yes, the crossing from Naples is 50 to 80 minutes and from Sorrento 30 to 40 minutes. Check the last return sailing for your date before you plan the day, and keep the Blue Grotto and the weather in mind. See things to do for a realistic selection.
Can I bring a car to Capri?
Not as a visitor in season. The 2026 decree covers 30 March to 2 November 2026 and 28 December 2026 to 3 January 2027, rentals and foreign plates included. Plan on boats, buses, the funicular and taxis.
When is the best time to visit?
The tourist season runs from about April to October, when boat tours and most hotels operate. Some beach restaurants close from mid October. The weather page shows monthly figures for Naples, which is the nearest reference.
Is capri-italy.com the official site?
No. This is an independent travel guide with no link to the municipalities of Capri or Anacapri, the Campania region, ferry companies, hotels or tour operators.