Amalfi Coast · Music & Gardens
Ravello
350 metres above the sea, Ravello offers villas with gardens and views that inspire for centuries.
Ravello is the only town on the Amalfi Coast that has no direct access to the sea - and that is exactly its appeal. The views from the Belvedere dell'Infinito of Villa Cimbrone rank among the most celebrated in the world, described by Gore Vidal as "the most beautiful on earth."
Did You Know?
350 m
altitude above sea level
1953
year the Ravello Festival was founded
1880
year Wagner visited Villa Rufolo
Richard Wagner was so moved by the gardens of Villa Rufolo that he declared he had found the inspiration for the garden of Klingsor in Parsifal. A concert is held here every year in his memory.
What to See in Ravello
Villa Rufolo
The 13th-century villa with its terraced gardens and the famous belvedere from which the sea can be seen far below. The stage of Villa Rufolo is the venue for the Ravello Festival concerts. Open daily; entrance ~€7.
Villa Cimbrone
The most romantic villa on the coast, with the Terrace of Infinity (Belvedere dell'Infinito) lined with marble busts looking out over an infinite expanse of blue sea. Open year-round from 9 am to sunset; entrance ~€7.
Ravello Cathedral
The 11th-century cathedral in Piazza Vescovado with a remarkable 12th-century bronze door. Inside, two mosaic ambo pulpits (12th–13th century) are among the finest examples of medieval stone inlay work in southern Italy.
SITA Bus from Amalfi
The easiest and most scenic way to reach Ravello. Buses leave from the harbour square in Amalfi approximately every 40 minutes. Journey time: ~25 minutes. Ticket: ~€1.30.