Key Facts About Capri, Italy Every Traveler Should Know

📍 Location & Country

• Country: Italy

• Region: Campania

• Province: Naples

• Island: Capri

• Just off the Sorrentine Peninsula, accessible by ferry from Naples, Sorrento, and the Amalfi Coast

🌞 Best Time to Visit

• Spring (April–June): Ideal weather, fewer crowds, blooming flowers

• Summer (July–August): Peak season, lively atmosphere, high prices

• Early Autumn (September–October): Warm weather, calmer pace

• Winter: Quiet and many tourist spots close—but great for peaceful views

💶 Currency

• Euro (€)
  Credit/debit cards are accepted in most places, though small eateries may prefer cash.

🗣️ Language

• Official Language: Italian

• English is commonly spoken in hotels, restaurants, and tourist areas.

🛡️ Safety Level

• Very safe, including at night
  Tourism is central to Capri’s economy—locals are welcoming and helpful.

💸 Average Daily Budget

• Budget Traveler: €70–100 (hard but possible with ferry + picnic + walk)

• Mid-range Comfort: €120–200

• Luxury Experience: €250+
  Capri leans upscale—meals, hotels, and boat tours can be pricey, but the views are free!

🏛️ Must-See Attractions & Activities

• Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra): Famous sea cave with glowing blue waters

• Villa Jovis: Ruins of Emperor Tiberius’s clifftop palace

• Piazzetta di Capri: Elegant main square, perfect for people-watching

• Monte Solaro: Highest point on the island—access via chairlift from Anacapri

• Giardini di Augusto: Terraced gardens with sweeping views of the Faraglioni rocks

• Via Krupp: A winding path carved into the cliffs (often closed for safety—check ahead)

• Boat Tour Around the Island: See hidden grottos and sea arches from the water

🍝 Local Specialties to Try

• Caprese Salad – Fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil (from Capri!)

• Ravioli Capresi – Pasta stuffed with cheese and marjoram, served with tomato sauce

• Torta Caprese – A flourless chocolate and almond cake

• Limoncello – Citrus liqueur made from local lemons

• Fresh seafood – Often served grilled with olive oil and lemon

🛥️ Getting Around

• By Foot: Most of Capri is pedestrian-friendly (bring comfy shoes—it's hilly!)

• By Funicular: Connects Marina Grande (port) to Capri town

• By Minibus: Tiny, colorful buses shuttle between Capri, Anacapri, and attractions

• By Boat: Ferries and private boats available for coastal tours

💡 Cultural Tips

• Dress Smart: Capri is chic—many visitors wear elegant, resort-style outfits

• Dining Times: Lunch starts around 1 PM, dinner around 8 PM

• Tipping: Not required, but rounding up or leaving 5–10% is appreciated

• Crowds: Avoid mid-day in summer by arriving early or staying overnight

🌟 Fun Fact

Capri has attracted artists, royalty, and celebrities for centuries—from Roman emperors to Jackie Kennedy and Sophia Loren. Today, it remains a favorite getaway for fashion icons and jet-setters.