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Monte Solaro Chairlift and around
A day in Capri · 9:30–16:45 · 5 stops
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mapvivid.com/capri/itineraries/monte-solaro-chairlift-and-aroundA walking day around Monte Solaro Chairlift, Villa San Michele and Church of San Michele, Anacapri, with a lunch break nearby and Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra) to end the day.
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Morning
9:301Chairlift to the highest point on the island
- Ride from Anacapri
- Open on clear days
↓ 5 min walk
10:302Villa San Michele ↗1 h 30 min
Axel Munthe house, garden and sphinx view
- Gardens are a highlight
- Closed on some holidays
↓ 5 min walk
12:153Church of San Michele, Anacapri ↗30 min
Church with a majolica floor of the Garden of Eden
- Small fee for the floor
- Quiet visit
↓ 2 min walk
12:454Casa Rossa ↗1 h 30 min
Red palazzo in Anacapri used as a cultural venue
- Exhibitions rotate
- Photogenic facade
Lunch
14:15Lunch break nearby · Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps ↗
↓ 24 min walk
Afternoon
15:455Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra) ↗1 h
Sea cave lit with electric blue light
- Boat trips depart from Marina Grande
- Closed in rough seas
Good to know. Times are a guide for an unhurried pace. Check opening days before you go.
Capri tips
Transportation
- Take the funicolare up: The funicular links Marina Grande with the Piazzetta in Capri town in a few minutes; buy tickets at the harbour office.
- Use buses to Anacapri: Small local buses run between Marina Grande, Capri town and Anacapri; queues build in summer, so go early or late.
- Book ferries from Naples or Sorrento: Fast ferries and hydrofoils from Molo Beverello and Sorrento run often; buy return tickets ahead in high season.
Local Hacks
- Ride the Monte Solaro chairlift: The single chairlift from Anacapri climbs to the island's highest point for sweeping views of the Faraglioni.
- Visit early or late: Day-trippers crowd the island from late morning; arrive on an early ferry or stay into the evening for calmer lanes.
- Explore Anacapri: Quieter than Capri town, Anacapri has Villa San Michele, local shops and handmade Capri sandals made to measure.
Saving
- Stay on the mainland: Hotels in Sorrento or Naples cost far less than on Capri, and frequent ferries make a day trip easy.
- Picnic with deli goods: Buy panini, mozzarella and fruit from small alimentari shops and eat in the Giardini di Augusto with sea views.
- Walk between sights: Paths connect the Piazzetta with the Arco Naturale and Villa Jovis, saving bus and taxi fares on short distances.
Security
- Mind bags on ferries: Capri is very safe, but crowded ferries, buses and the funicular are where wallets and phones can go missing.
- Check Blue Grotto conditions: Entry to the Grotta Azzurra depends on calm seas and tides, so it can close at short notice; check before travelling.
- Take care on cliff paths: Trails like the Sentiero dei Fortini and routes near the Faraglioni are steep and exposed, so wear grippy shoes.
Cultural
- Try insalata caprese and torta caprese: The tomato and mozzarella salad and the flourless chocolate almond cake were both born on the island.
- Sip limoncello: The sweet lemon liqueur made from local lemons is a classic digestif after dinner in Capri town and Anacapri.
- Dress smart casual in town: The Piazzetta is stylish in the evening, so swap beachwear for neat clothes when you head to dinner.
Weather/Clothing
- Pack for hot summers: June to September is hot and sunny, so bring light linen clothes, swimwear and a hat for long days by the sea.
- Bring layers in shoulder season: Spring and autumn are pleasant but breezy by the water, so a light jacket helps on ferries and evening walks.
- Wear comfortable shoes: Capri is all steps and steep lanes, so stylish but supportive sandals or trainers beat heels on the cobbles.
Planned with MapVivid. Opening hours change, so check each place before you go. This day, with the map: mapvivid.com/capri/itineraries/monte-solaro-chairlift-and-around
Day 2 of 29:30–16:455 stops
Monte Solaro Chairlift and around
A walking day around Monte Solaro Chairlift, Villa San Michele and Church of San Michele, Anacapri, with a lunch break nearby and Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra) to end the day.
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Morning
109:30 · 1 hChairlift to the highest point on the island
3 tips
- Ride from Anacapri
- Open on clear days
- Take a jacket
📷 Photos
5 min walk
210:30 · 1 h 30 minAxel Munthe house, garden and sphinx view
3 tips
- Gardens are a highlight
- Closed on some holidays
- Combine with Anacapri stroll
📷 Photos
5 min walk
312:15 · 30 minChurch with a majolica floor of the Garden of Eden
3 tips
- Small fee for the floor
- Quiet visit
- Anacapri is calmer than Capri
📷 Photos
2 min walk
412:45 · 1 h 30 minRed palazzo in Anacapri used as a cultural venue
3 tips
- Exhibitions rotate
- Photogenic facade
- Limited hours
📷 Photos
Lunch
Lunch break nearby · 14:15
Find restaurants nearby on Google Maps24 min walk
Afternoon
515:45 · 1 hSea cave lit with electric blue light
3 tips
- Boat trips depart from Marina Grande
- Closed in rough seas
- Expect a queue and small boat fee
📷 Photos
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Times are a guide for an unhurried pace. Check opening days before you go.