Capri's Absolute Essentials
Capri's landscape is defined by dramatic limestone cliffs and significant Roman history. This collection features the Blue Grotto, a sea cave illuminated by refracted sunlight, and Mount Solaro, the island's highest point at 589 meters. Historical landmarks include the ruins of Emperor Tiberius's Villa Jovis and the 19th-century Villa San Michele. The island’s unique infrastructure is represented by the 921 Phoenician Steps and the engineered hairpins of Via Krupp, while the central Piazza Umberto I serves as the primary social hub overlooking the iconic Faraglioni rock formations.
A Blue Grotto
The Blue Grotto is a sea cave on the coast of the island of Capri, southern Italy.
B Umberto I Square
Piazza Umberto I is the most famous square of the island of Capri, Italy.
C Mount Solaro
Monte Solaro is a mountain on the island of Capri in Campania, Italy. With an elevation of 589 m, its peak is the highest point of Capri.
D Faraglioni
In Italian, faraglioni are stacks, coastal and oceanic rock formations eroded by waves.
E Via Krupp
Via Krupp is a historic hairpin turn paved footpath on the island of Capri, connecting the Charterhouse of San Giacomo and the Gardens of…
F Gardens of Augustus
The Gardens of Augustus, originally known by the name of Krupp Gardens, are botanical gardens on the island of Capri, Campania, Italy.
G Villa San Michele
The Villa San Michele was built about the end of the 19th century on the isle of Capri, Italy, by the Swedish physician and author Axel…
H Phoenician Steps
The Phoenician Steps of Capri are a long and steep stone stairway that unites the population center of Capri with that of Anacapri.
I Villa of Jupiter
Villa Jovis is a Roman palace on Capri, southern Italy, built by emperor Tiberius and completed in 27 CE.
Tragara Viewpoint
This observation deck provides an enthralling view of Faraglioni Rocks. Perfect for an evening stroll.
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