Natural Wonder · Amalfi, Italy
Amalfi Coast
The Amalfi Coast is a stretch of coastline overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Gulf of Salerno.
Photo: Bruno Rijsman via Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped and resized for display.
Landmark facts
| Location | Amalfi, Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Natural Wonder |
| Coordinates | 40.6500° N, 14.6000° E |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
What Amalfi Coast is known for
The Amalfi Coast is a stretch of coastline overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Gulf of Salerno.
About Amalfi Coast
The Amalfi Coast is a stretch of coastline overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Gulf of Salerno. It is located in the Province of Salerno, in the Campania region of southern Italy, south of the Sorrentine Peninsula and north of the Cilentan Coast. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997, it is one of Italy's most popular seaside destinations.
History
During the 10th–11th centuries, the Duchy of Amalfi existed on the territory of the Amalfi Coast, centred in the town of Amalfi. The Amalfi coast was later controlled by the Principality of Salerno until Amalfi was sacked by the Republic of Pisa in 1137. Like the rest of the region, the Amalfi Coast has a Mediterranean climate, featuring warm summers and mild winters.
Planning a visit? Visit the official Amalfi Coast website — the official site has the current visiting information.
How to get there
| Nearest town | Amalfi |
|---|---|
| Nearest airport | Salerno / Pontecagnano Airport (QSR) |
| Distance from the airport | 16.9 miles (straight line) |
Nearest major airport by straight-line distance from the landmark’s coordinates; road distance will be longer.
Airports near this landmark
The airports a visitor would actually fly into, nearest first — each link opens its profile on our sister site AirportProfiles.
- Naples International Airport (NAP) · Napoli, Italy · 23.0 miles away
- Bari Karol Wojtyła International Airport (BRI) · Bari, Italy · 117.8 miles away
- Abruzzo Airport (PSR) · Pescara, Italy · 124.9 miles away
Landmarks nearby
The closest landmarks in this library, by straight-line distance.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Amalfi Coast?
The Amalfi Coast is a stretch of coastline overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Gulf of Salerno.
Where is Amalfi Coast located?
Amalfi Coast is in Amalfi, Italy. Its coordinates are 40.6500° N, 14.6000° E.
How do I get to Amalfi Coast?
The nearest town is Amalfi, and the nearest airport is Salerno / Pontecagnano Airport (QSR), about 16.9 miles away (straight line).
What is the history of Amalfi Coast?
During the 10th–11th centuries, the Duchy of Amalfi existed on the territory of the Amalfi Coast, centred in the town of Amalfi. The Amalfi coast was later controlled by the Principality of Salerno until Amalfi was sacked by the Republic of Pisa in 1137.
Sources
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amalfi_Coast — Wikipedia article — overview, history and core facts (CC BY-SA).
- https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q212214 — Wikidata — built year, architect, height/size, visitors, official website (CC0).
- http://www.amalficoastweb.com/index_italiano.html — Official website of the landmark / managing body.
- https://github.com/jbrooksuk/JSON-Airports — Nearest major airport computed from landmark and airport coordinates (haversine); airport list: jbrooksuk/JSON-Airports.
Page last updated 13 November 2026.