Punta del Capo Tours
Jutting out from the Sorrentine Peninsula into the Gulf of Naples is a rocky promontory known as the Punta del Capo, or the Capo di Sorrento. It’s located a little more than one mile west of central Sorrento.
One of the main attractions on the Punta del Capo is the ruin of a Roman villa, which is believed to have once belonged to Pollio Felice. There are ruins of three villas nearby, all dating to the 1st-3rd centuries AD. Felice was a supporter of both Virgil and Horace.
Nearby, you’ll find the Bagni della Regina Giovanna, a swimming area next to a flat, rocky area used for sunbathing, all of which are next to the remains of another Roman villa. This spot gets its name from Queen Giovanna of Anjou, who used to visit regularly in the 14th century to bathe.
Capo di Sorrento has a few shops and places to eat, but this area is much quieter than central Sorrento. It’s possible to walk from Sorrento, though the path along the Via Capo is uphill when heading out along the Punta del Capo. Boat tours from Sorrento to explore the Roman ruins and the Bagni della Regina Giovanna are quite popular.
Practical Info
The Bagni della Regina Giovanna is a relatively popular swimming and snorkeling spot in the summer, though it’s not a sandy beach and doesn’t have any facilities. It can also only be reached via a long staircase, after a 15-minute walk from the parking area or where the bus stops in Capo di Sorrento.
Address: (Roman ruins) Traversa Punta Capo, Sorrento, Campania, Italy
1 Tours and Activities to Experience Punta del Capo
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Sorrento Coast Boat Tour at Sunset with Swimming and Happy Hour on Board
Take in a rare perspective on some of Italy’s most beautiful coastline during this small-group, sunset boat tour from Sorrento. Following pickup at your hotel, climb aboard your vessel—a traditional gozzo—and set sail. As you go, admire fishing villages, the ruins of a Roman villa, and the beauty of the region's cliffs. Choose to swim or snorkel at your leisure during at stop at the Villa di Pollio Felice, and enjoy nibbles, drinks, and music on board.
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