7 things within 20 minutes of the ship in Sorrento

For short stops, hot days and anyone who'd rather not watch the clock. Times are from the tender pier.

Sights

A peaceful medieval cloister with interlaced arches, next to the Villa Comunale gardens. Often used for weddings and concerts, so access can vary.

⏱ 20 min visit🚶 3 min walk from the tender pier

Beaches & parks

A small public garden on the cliff edge with one of the best views of the bay and Vesuvius. The lift down to the harbour is here.

⏱ 20 min visit🚶 4 min walk from the tender pier

Sights

Sorrento's busy central square, perched over a deep gorge, with cafés all around. The natural meeting point for the day.

⏱ 20 min visit🚶 6 min walk from the tender pier

Sights

A deep, green ravine just off Piazza Tasso, with the ruins of an old mill at the bottom. You look down from the railing above.

⏱ 10 min visit🚶 8 min walk from the tender pier

Sights

The cathedral on Corso Italia, known for its inlaid-wood panels, a local craft. Free to enter; dress modestly.

⏱ 20 min visit🚶 8 min walk from the tender pier

SightsClosed Mondays

A villa museum of paintings, furniture and porcelain, with a garden walk to a sea-view terrace. Closed on Mondays and in winter.

⏱ 1 h 15 visit🚶 9 min walk from the tender pier

Food & drink

Sorrento's old fishing harbour, about 15 minutes' walk down from the centre, with seafood restaurants right on the water.

⏱ 1 h 15 visit🚶 13 min walk from the tender pier