A Day in Capri
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Capri, Italy is the dream vacation destination that we’ve all been drooling over for years. The place where an unbelievably blue sea sparkles under an equally azure sky. The place where you endlessly indulge on the finest Italian cuisine. The place where you absorb the pure and natural beauty of a sweet island escape.
Since arriving in Italy I haven’t roamed far from Sorrento. That was until I took a day trip to the magical island of Capri. Here’s what I learned.
Capri by boat
The simple fact is you can’t “do” Capri without taking a boat tour. If its not already obvious that it will be a breathtaking tour, it’s also the perfect spot to take in a view of the Faraglioni – three rock stacks eroded by the relentless blue waves. Considered to be the most iconic rock formation in Capri. AKA a must see.
Capri by land
After the boat tour its time to get a lay of the land and finally set foot on the island. Don’t worry there is plenty to explore so you definitely won’t be short on things to do. As soon as you step off your boat you are introduced to the grand harbor. Capri’s harbor is lined with a great spread of dining options that are convenient but not what you want. What you want is at the top, trust me. Once at the top of the island, whether you go by foot, bus or bike you’ll eventually run into the famous town square of Capri called Piazza Umberto.
The Piazza Umberto is considered the most famous square of the island of Capri, Italy. The square is located in the historic center of Capri. Originally, the Piazza was traditionally used as a marketplace for meats, vegetables and fruits from the island. It wasn’t until 1938 when the young islander, Raffaele Vuotto, placed a few tables outside his bar in the Piazzetta and from that moment on, the square became a fashionable meeting place for both locals and visitors alike.
Nowadays the Piazza is recognized as the social epicenter for the entire island. The iconic square is chalk full of quaint restaurants. Anything from a traditional caprese salad, to mouthwatering lemon gelato is at your disposal in the piazza.
A pro tip I highly recommend is to grab gelato to go after your meal. That way you can enjoy all the deliciousness as you stroll the small cobblestone streets. Aimlessly explore through all the eclectic shops and classy stores that Capri has to offer.
While Capri is a gloriously famous tourist destination, at the end of the day it is a simple little island jammed packed with culture, beauty and so so much more. I feel like I only scrapped the surface of Capri from my one day of visiting. Now I know there is a lot left to learn about this little slice of paradise. I’ll save it for when I come back to Capri…
“One’s destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things.” -Henry Miller
That's so Italy 