A Day In Conca dei Marini
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Conca dei Marini is a small village along the Amalfi Coast in Italy and it’s the perfect place to escape the crowds and experience the beauty this region has to offer.

A Day In Conca dei Marini
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I’m pretty sure almost everyone has heard of Italy’s Amalfi Coast that sits just on the other side of the Lattari Mountains from Naples. When most people visit this colorful coastline, they usually stay in the larger, popular villages of Positano, Amalfi, or Ravello. But did you know that there are actually thirteen villages along the Amalfi Coast? And Conca dei Marini might just be its hidden gem.- Wake Up Slow – If you’re lucky enough to stay in a place with a view of the water, sleep with the windows open and let that salty Mediterranean air roll in. Better yet, if you have a balcony, spend the morning out there with a good book and an espresso.
- Lunch at Le bonta del Capo – We all agreed that this was by far our favorite meal during our trip to Italy. Everything was so fresh and delicious and CHEAP! Not kidding, my main course (Speghetti 7 Odors) was €8.00 and my appetizer which was a giant slice of Eggplant Parmigiana was just €4.00. And you absolutely must get the roasted peppers too – AMAZING!
- Grotta dello Smeraldo – This cave has been partly inundated with sea water and is the top attraction in Conca dei Marini. This cave cannot be accessed from the sea (unless you’re diving), but there is a parking lot and a set of stairs and an elevator that will take you down to see it’s emerald green waters. Once you arrive in the cave, you’ll board a boat which will take you around the grotta. It’s a bit of a tourist trap, but it only cost €5.00 per person and takes less than 30 minutes or so to do.
- Piccadilly – If you’re looking for some handmade treasures to take home with you, this is the place to go! A ceramics factory with a storefront and you can even have custom pieces made and shipped back home for you!
- Marina di Conca – Conca’s beach nestled between the cliffs and turquoise waters is an absolute must, just be aware that there’s a lot of stairs to descend before you get there. And because of its location, the beach is generally shaded from early afternoon on, so plan accordingly if you prefer sunbathing over swimming.
- La Tonnarella – We didn’t eat here, but our host said that it’s the best of the restaurants on the beach, of which there are three. So if you’re ready for some dinner, grab a bite!
- Market L’angolo della spesa – If you want to stay in and cook or grab some snacks.
- Walk Around – Because what I enjoyed most about this place was just strolling the streets and absorbing the views and culture. Here are some more photos of this pretty destination!
Great post! My husband and I drove through and went to the grotto. However didn’t get to explore. What time of day did the beach get shaded, and what was best time of day for your photos?
Hi Kim, I believe we were down by the beach around 2 – 3pm, so I would say this part of the beach is probably only sunny in the mornings. I took these photos around the same time. There was still plenty of sunshine on the southerly facing shore.