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Sorrento has it all, the hospitality of Italy combined with a relaxed atmosphere. It is located on the Amalfi coast which is home to some of the most scenic views in all of Italy. Sorrento is very clean and has a small city that offers great seafood and all Italy's specialty cuisines. I would...more Sorrento has it all, the hospitality of Italy combined with a relaxed atmosphere. It is located on the Amalfi coast which is home to some of the most scenic views in all of Italy. Sorrento is very clean and has a small city that offers great seafood and all Italy's specialty cuisines. I would definatly reccomend it to everyone who wants to make the trip to Southern Italy, its worth it. Sorrento is an excellent alternative to staying in Napoli - it isn't plagued by the same poverty and graffiti. The town is beautiful and offers convenient ferries to Capri, one of the most beautiful places on earth. Sorrento is linked to Naples by an inter-city train system that is farily convienient. Early spring is especially perfect here because of all the orange and lemon groves in various backyards and gardens. Sorrento is full of shopping streets that wind themselves around the city. Never once did I feel out of place or afraid of anything. The locals were all very accomodating and so friendly! Stayed at the "Sorrento Holiday House" ( www.sorrentoholiday.info), a gracious apartment on the Sorrento Hills that offers tranquillity and a wonderful sea view over the Gulf of Naples.close

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by olga – posted on Apr 16, 2008

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I loved Italy and had the pleasure of staying in Sorrento for 6 days. We arrived in Sorrento by train from Naples (which took about 50mins so make sure you get a seat!!). Upon arrival we found that our hotel had a complimentary shuttle bus service, the pickup was about a 3 mins walk from the...more I loved Italy and had the pleasure of staying in Sorrento for 6 days. We arrived in Sorrento by train from Naples (which took about 50mins so make sure you get a seat!!). Upon arrival we found that our hotel had a complimentary shuttle bus service, the pickup was about a 3 mins walk from the train station. We arrived in our hotel and then went to explore Sorrento. It is a busy little tourist town with lots of restaurants to choose from and the best ice cream shop I’ve ever been in, just off the Piazza Tasso. Wonderful restaurants, fantastic wine, great little streets to wander around, beautiful views of the sea and sunsets. Sorrento is a wonderful place to relax in and perfect location for day trips to Pompeii, Capri, Positano and Amalfi. The local train and bus service were very good and cheap. We took a boat trip to Amalfi and then the bus back to Sorrento, best of both worlds!! We got to see the wonderful coast line and towns from the sea and then the breathtaking views and cliff drops from the bus on the way back. Not a journey for the faint hearted!! I would definitely recommend Sorrento for a visit, it is not cheap but worth every penny!!close

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by ashstynes – posted on Oct 10, 2007

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Sorrento is a busy tourist resort on a peninsula about an hour south of Naples. The windy coast Road the leads out to Sorrento has some amazing scenery, and if you continue on past Sorrento you join up with the Amalfi drive which goes through Positano, Praiano and Amalfi before joining up with...more Sorrento is a busy tourist resort on a peninsula about an hour south of Naples. The windy coast Road the leads out to Sorrento has some amazing scenery, and if you continue on past Sorrento you join up with the Amalfi drive which goes through Positano, Praiano and Amalfi before joining up with the main road again. When we were there (March) Sorrento was very busy. Most of the tourists seemed to be Italian though, so it wasn’t like a typical tourist destination. The town itself has lost of restaurants to choose from and is centred around the old port. There aren’t really any beaches though, so you’d have to happy with your hotel pool. In terms of things to do in Sorrento, there isn’t a huge amount. You can drive the Amalfi coast, and take trips to the island of Capri, which is well worth a visit. It’s also only about an hour from Pompeii and Herculaneum. Apart from that, the weather’s great so it’s a nice place to unwind.close

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by brian – posted on Aug 16, 2007

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Sorrento was one of my favourite spots that I stopped off on when backpacking around Italy. We stayed in a campsite about 2 km outside of the town and had a chalet on a cliff side that over looked the bay, you couldn't ask for better! There was a restaurant on the campsite that did take away, we...more Sorrento was one of my favourite spots that I stopped off on when backpacking around Italy. We stayed in a campsite about 2 km outside of the town and had a chalet on a cliff side that over looked the bay, you couldn't ask for better! There was a restaurant on the campsite that did take away, we used to get pizza, cheap wine and sit on our little balcony looking at the view, priceless. The town itself is really nice and worth a visit. The main reason we had stopped here though was to do a tour of Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius. I'll add more about them in reviews as they are excellent. We also visited the Island of Capri, I thought it was only so so if you have a spare few hours then go but I would recommend Pompeii of Vesuvius over it.close

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by amy – posted on May 2, 2007

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Sorrento itself is not worth more than one day but it is fantastic as a homebase when traveling through the Bay of Naples area. My friend and stayed in Sorrento and during the day took trips to Capri and Amalfi and spent one afternoon walking through Sorrento. There is great food here and if you...more Sorrento itself is not worth more than one day but it is fantastic as a homebase when traveling through the Bay of Naples area. My friend and stayed in Sorrento and during the day took trips to Capri and Amalfi and spent one afternoon walking through Sorrento. There is great food here and if you have a guide book good inexpensive food is easy to find. We came in March but the weather was still nice. It is a beautiful place.close

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by msamandalewis – posted on Mar 10, 2007

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Highky reccomend this vacation spot! I went at x-mas time and the weather was mild and Sorrento was beautifully decorated for the holidays! Streets and Streets of fabulous little markets. I also visited Pompei...my favorite historical vacation excursion of all time. Amalfi coast is breath taking....more Highky reccomend this vacation spot! I went at x-mas time and the weather was mild and Sorrento was beautifully decorated for the holidays! Streets and Streets of fabulous little markets. I also visited Pompei...my favorite historical vacation excursion of all time. Amalfi coast is breath taking. great time to go because not crowded at all! Go!!!close

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by maryk8710 – posted on Dec 21, 2006

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Sorrento was a higlight of our time in Italy. Many of the cities in the north have clear 'tourist fatigue' where they are tired of the swarms of tourists. Sorrento seemed happy to be a tourist town and welcoming and friendly. We didn't encounter any of the hidden charges that might...more Sorrento was a higlight of our time in Italy. Many of the cities in the north have clear 'tourist fatigue' where they are tired of the swarms of tourists. Sorrento seemed happy to be a tourist town and welcoming and friendly. We didn't encounter any of the hidden charges that might appear on your bills in say Florence or Venice, and drinks were all very reasonable. Weather is a bit volatile in September but still got nice days with the occassional shower. Would certainly visit again.close

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by scanlon647 – posted on Sep 17, 2006

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The town is charming. It has amazing views of capri and naples. There is ample to do and see in Sorrento and the surrounding towns. Travelling is best done by boat, as to appricaite the beautiful rugged coatline that is the Amali coast. In the other direction towards Naples Pompeii is definately...more The town is charming. It has amazing views of capri and naples. There is ample to do and see in Sorrento and the surrounding towns. Travelling is best done by boat, as to appricaite the beautiful rugged coatline that is the Amali coast. In the other direction towards Naples Pompeii is definately worth a visit, given the time you begin to sence that it was once a thriving city with over 20,000 citizens.close

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by nadineandr – posted on Aug 22, 2006

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Sorrento is touristy, there is no hiding it. But the good news is, alot of the tourists are Italian tourists. There isn't anybody trying to sell you crappy souveneirs, or trying to rip you off. It's a nice lazy coastal town. Spectacular views, brilliant night life, and half an hour from Pompeii,...more Sorrento is touristy, there is no hiding it. But the good news is, alot of the tourists are Italian tourists. There isn't anybody trying to sell you crappy souveneirs, or trying to rip you off. It's a nice lazy coastal town. Spectacular views, brilliant night life, and half an hour from Pompeii, Vesuvius, Herculanium. Hey, just being at the beach is enough. I was only staying for 2 nights. I ended up staying 5.close

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by seventh3997 – posted on Jul 29, 2006

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Sorrento is a nice city. It has the usual historical buildings, markets and street cafes/bars. It has a reputation for being one of the most romantic city's in the world. I didn't quite get that vibe myself (neither did my girlfriend!). One thing that really stood out was the sheer volume of...more Sorrento is a nice city. It has the usual historical buildings, markets and street cafes/bars. It has a reputation for being one of the most romantic city's in the world. I didn't quite get that vibe myself (neither did my girlfriend!). One thing that really stood out was the sheer volume of traffic. It never stops and travelling around the area is a nerve-racking experience given that every other driver/rider is on a suicide mission to crash into you! The view from the marina and the mountain roads going into town are pretty spectacular. All in all it's worth a visit for a day or two, but not among the best city break destinations available.close

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by thasti – posted on Jul 23, 2006

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