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Cetara is a picturesque fishing village located along the Amalfi Coast, just a short drive from Salerno. Renowned for its anchovy-based cuisine and authentic maritime culture, Cetara offers a glimpse of traditional coastal life in southern Italy. With colorful boats docked in its small harbor and narrow lanes filled with the aroma of fresh seafood, Cetara is a peaceful escape from the busier tourist spots nearby.

What to See & Do

  • Walk 🚶‍♀️ along the small harbor ⚓ and enjoy views 👀 of fishing boats 🛶 and the sea 🌊✨
  • Visit the Church of St. Peter the Apostle ⛪ with its colorful tiled dome 🎨🙏
  • Explore the Torre di Cetara 🏰, a medieval watchtower 🛡️ overlooking the bay 🏞️👀
  • Taste local specialties 😋 such as anchovy sauce 🐟 (“colatura di alici”) and seafood pasta 🍝🇮🇹
  • Relax 😌 on Cetara Beach 🏖️ and swim 🏊‍♀️ in the clear waters 💧💚

How to Get There

  • From Salerno 🚗: 20-minute drive ⏱️ west ⬅️ along Amalfi Drive 🛣️ (SS163) 💨✅
  • By Bus 🚌: SITA buses 🚍 operate regularly 🔄 between Salerno 🤝 and Cetara 📍👍
  • By Ferry 🚢: Seasonal ferries ⛴️ connect Salerno ⚓ with Cetara from April 📅 to October ☀️✅
  • Parking 🅿️: Limited ⚠️ near the harbor ⚓; arrive early ⏰ in summer 🥵👍

Travel Tips

  • Try local anchovy-based dishes 🐟🍝 such as spaghetti alla colatura di alici 😋🇮🇹
  • Visit early morning 🌅 to see fishermen 🎣 unloading their daily catch 🐟👀
  • Bring a hat 👒 and sunscreen 🧴 during summer visits ☀️🥵
  • Combine your trip 🤝 with nearby Vietri sul Mare 🏘️ or Amalfi 🗺️✅

Suggested Itinerary

  • 09:30 AM – Arrive 🧭 in Cetara 🏘️ and stroll 🚶‍♂️ through the harbor ⚓💨
  • 10:00 AM – Visit the Church of St. Peter ⛪ and Torre di Cetara 🏰🙏👀
  • 12:00 PM – Lunch 🍽️ at a local seafood restaurant 🦞 by the sea 😋🥂
  • 02:00 PM – Relax 😌 at Cetara Beach 🏖️ or continue 🚗 along the Amalfi Drive 🛣️👋

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

year-round (public village)

Entry Fee:

Free

Best Time to Visit:

May–September for warm weather and vibrant harbor life.

Location

📌 Cetara, Province of Salerno, Campania, Italy

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