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Fornillo, Positano

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Sheltered by rocky, brush-covered mountains curving into the sea, Fornillo offers the chance to escape nearby Positano's crowds. You can drive from the scenic Amalfi Coast road. Or, from Positano, you can walk ten minutes from the ferry dock to this quiet beach, where you can rent lounge chairs and umbrellas inexpensively. A few restaurants offer pizza and other snacks. Add Fornillo and other attractions to your Positano trip itinerary using our Positano itinerary maker.
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  • Quiet spot to swim have a coffee/drink and relax. For 10 euros each u get boat transfer from Positano n return chair umbrella change rooms toilet facilities n free WiFi. It also has 4 cafes for light ...  more »
  • Compared to the constant bustle and crush of people at Positano, this beach is a much calmer choice. It will get busy and full of people, but we simply chilled out at the beach bar that had reasonably...  more »
  • A lovely private beach with stunning views. Less chaotic than the main beach. You can hire chairs or sit on the rocks like we did. Not the Australian sandy beaches that we are used to, but a perfect w...  more »
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With some of Amalfi Coast's finest hotels and restaurants, Positano attracts an affluent crowd of tourists. Hotel rooms aren't cheap, but they do offer unbeatable views of the coastline. For the ultimate luxury experience, stay at one of the city's private villa-hotels, offering comfortable rooms and access to rooftop terraces, private swimming pools, and lush backyards. Stay in Positano if you prefer urban attractions, but if you want to escape the crowds, consider one of the fishing villages in the vicinity of the city.
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