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Steve_of_N21
London, UK1,954 contributions
Couples
Piazza Tasso is a sunny, open piazza on the edge of the Old Town at the end or the beginning of the pedestrianised section of Corso Italia, depending on which direction you are coming from. Piazza Tasso is never quiet and is one of the main hubs of activity in Sorrento. This is primarily because it is at the pinch points of all the parallel roads in Sorrento Old Town as they come together above the lower Via Luigi de Mail winding valley floor road. For example if you are following the high coast road with its sea views, at some point you will be forced here.
It has a string of cafes and restaurants housed in grand sunshine yellow building around its edges and these are fine for a stop for an espresso in the sun. But to be honest we found it all a bit to hectic, especially with the traffic and preferred the smaller pedestrian squares of the Old Town back lanes.
It has a string of cafes and restaurants housed in grand sunshine yellow building around its edges and these are fine for a stop for an espresso in the sun. But to be honest we found it all a bit to hectic, especially with the traffic and preferred the smaller pedestrian squares of the Old Town back lanes.
Written June 6, 2022
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LakridsKaffe
United Kingdom126 contributions
Couples
Lovely square with loads of drinks and food places around it. In any direction you go from here, you’ll find small, winding streets full of souvenirs, snacks, clothes, wine and art, as well as routes to the harbour side. Easily accessible from both the main bus and train station.
Written June 19, 2022
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George818
Los Angeles, CA428 contributions
Couples
This is the hot spot in town. Meet up at this square to have a drink or eat and people watch. It divides into 2 alleys that run parallel where you can shop and eat or sit at the head of the square and hang out. Busiest place in town
Written October 16, 2021
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duck8to
Montville, NJ6,787 contributions
Off the coast of Naples, Sorrento is a classic Amalfi coast city. Limestone tuff cliffs, pastel homes nestled in the cliff side, brilliant sunshine, fantastic food and ancient history complete the picture of this city.
The Bay of Marina Grande with it's deep blue waters splashes against the shoreline at he Marina Piccola (Little Port) and is the entry point to the Island.The harbor is the port for fishing boats including some boats called Gozzos', wooden boats with triangular sails and classic Sorrento fishing boat design.. It is a steep climb from the harbor to the Piazza Tasso but a lift is available for a 1 Euro fee one way to the top of the cliff and the Piazza Tasso. If you decide to walk the step cliff be aware of the 3rd century limestone gate called the "Greek Gate". The city was colonized in the 8th century BC by the Corinthians. Once on top of the cliff , the Piazza Tasso named after the late Renaissance poet Torquato Tasso lies before you. There is a statue of the poet erected in the square. The streets of Sorrento are made of pavers and cobble stone and quite frankly rough on the feet. The street design is ancient Roman with the major through fare Via San Cesareo running through the city. Today it is lined with shops, bars and restaurants.
Other points of interest include the Church of Maria del Carmine with it's medieval facade, Church of St. Francisco which was originally the ancient oratory founded by the patron Saint of Sorrento,Saint Antonino, and the Church of the Madenna Addolorata which was standing in the 11th century. For great vistas of Vesuvius and the Gulf of Naples visit the city park , the Belvedere. It is peaceful, decorated with flowers and shade trees. Orange, lemon and olive groves abound in Sorrento and their scents are apparent throughout the city.
The Bay of Marina Grande with it's deep blue waters splashes against the shoreline at he Marina Piccola (Little Port) and is the entry point to the Island.The harbor is the port for fishing boats including some boats called Gozzos', wooden boats with triangular sails and classic Sorrento fishing boat design.. It is a steep climb from the harbor to the Piazza Tasso but a lift is available for a 1 Euro fee one way to the top of the cliff and the Piazza Tasso. If you decide to walk the step cliff be aware of the 3rd century limestone gate called the "Greek Gate". The city was colonized in the 8th century BC by the Corinthians. Once on top of the cliff , the Piazza Tasso named after the late Renaissance poet Torquato Tasso lies before you. There is a statue of the poet erected in the square. The streets of Sorrento are made of pavers and cobble stone and quite frankly rough on the feet. The street design is ancient Roman with the major through fare Via San Cesareo running through the city. Today it is lined with shops, bars and restaurants.
Other points of interest include the Church of Maria del Carmine with it's medieval facade, Church of St. Francisco which was originally the ancient oratory founded by the patron Saint of Sorrento,Saint Antonino, and the Church of the Madenna Addolorata which was standing in the 11th century. For great vistas of Vesuvius and the Gulf of Naples visit the city park , the Belvedere. It is peaceful, decorated with flowers and shade trees. Orange, lemon and olive groves abound in Sorrento and their scents are apparent throughout the city.
Written April 21, 2020
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Jonathan B
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Couples
Beautiful Sorrento square, you have a good variety of pizzerias, restaurants, bars, coffee shops, ice cream shops, souvenir shops.... Everything you need when visiting Sorrento you'll find in this square or close to, from food shops to clothes shops.
2 minutes away there is the old Vallone dei mulini and just a look down you have via luigi de maio, a very nice view of this unique road which takes you down to Marina piccola - where you can geta boat to Capri and Ana Capri or Ischia or Procida..
Even if we visited in August, I saw pictures of Piazza Tasso in Christmas and they really turn it 8nto a beatiful Christmas attraction.
2 minutes away there is the old Vallone dei mulini and just a look down you have via luigi de maio, a very nice view of this unique road which takes you down to Marina piccola - where you can geta boat to Capri and Ana Capri or Ischia or Procida..
Even if we visited in August, I saw pictures of Piazza Tasso in Christmas and they really turn it 8nto a beatiful Christmas attraction.
Written January 25, 2020
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SunnyItaly
Budapest, Hungary71 contributions
We've been in Sorrento in the second part of July and had a very enjoyable stay. Not too many people on the streets, the piazzas were not too crowded, we loved the small narrow streets and the shops where finally we could have a taste of nice limoncello, a smell of a lemon soap and enjoy a delicious ice cream. I was in Sorrento many times, and 2 years ago it was very crowded, especially in the evenings. Now it was room for all and nobody had to walk on someone else's foot. Piazza Tasso hopefully we will see you soon. Stay as beautiful as you are!
Written August 3, 2020
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ERIC W
Knoxville, TN4,208 contributions
Couples
Centrally located beautiful town square. Not much going on in February but I’m sure it’s packed during the summer months. Easy to find and located near many shops and restaurants
Written February 10, 2020
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Anita D
Decatur, AL191 contributions
Friends
This is a beautiful piazza and area of Sorrento. It was drizzling rain the whole time we were there for a few hours after our Pompeii tour. Lots of restaurants in this area. Tourist-geared shops nearby. We did not have time to explore some better shops (locally made items).
Written February 7, 2020
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LENPHOTOGRAPHIC
Tring, UK6,639 contributions
We parked the car and walked a bit till we got to the central square. In one direction was the main road with all the posh shops. To the road parallel there are all the small shops with ceramics , souvenirs and limoncello. No end of ideas of stuff to buy.
Written March 5, 2020
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Pascale Gouws
Rome, Italy5 contributions
Couples
Many bars and eating places. We boarded our tour bus to Amalfi a short walk from her. Lovely for taking pictures. Shops and small narrow streets are here. Good to see at night
Written May 26, 2022
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spp2408
England2 contributions
Is there public transport cool piazza Tasso to the port area of Sorrento as traveling with elderly parents - just seen the steps and I don't think they will be able to cope with them.
EnglandCath
Wirral, UK226 contributions
We did not go as elderly and also disabled. Shame though and we did not budget for taxis. Sorry
Are there any clubs or nightlife around sorento? Also is it gay friendly? 😊
Alan M
Torquay, UK278 contributions
Yes, plenty of places there and within a short walking distance. It is the central square, spoilt for choice for eating and drinking. Central Sorrento is fairly compact. Easy to get about. We did not go to any clubs, so cannot give a specific recommendation.
MICHELLE4259
Ennis, Ireland1 contribution
We are from Ireland and looking at going to sorrento in July
Flying into Naples & will have transportation
There will be 4 adults and 3 teenagers so where is best area to go to with beaches etc
Hope to book a villa with a pool
Any advice would be greatly appreciated
Thanks a million
Owen R
Edinburgh, UK254 contributions
Sorrento has no beaches, only board decking areas which are large and for 2 of us for 1 day with beds etc was 30 euoros. There is a tiny public area free but.....Sorrento is nice lots of eateries and bars etc. We were there for 1 week which is more then enough, then onto Amalfi for 3 days which is also more then enough. Naples for 4 days which we good for the airport. The Amalfi area is beautiful, we stayed in Amalifi. I would watch where you stay if you are out of town you may have a trek into town. Some of the places I looked at in Amalfi looked fab but remote so watch out. Same as Sorrento, we stayed in the center in both. Naples is a large dirty city, interesting enough but if you dont have a need I would look elsewhere, we stayed 4 days, 2 was enough. Capri is worth the visit, do the cable car. Pompei and Vesuvius are good and must be done. Ischi island is also worth a visit, I though better than Capri. Take a size up in clothes as the Pizza is lovley and cheap. I could go on so any specific question let me know and If I can help I will.
Charlee
5 contributions
Can you tell me the name of a restaurant by the clock tower. It was recommended as the best restaurant in Sorrento y a local person. I can remember entering by a corridor and going up a flight of stairs with a glass atrium. We sat outside under lemon trees and the food was wonderful. I would like to take my hus
DOLORESMERCADO
Buenos Aires, Argentina158 contributions
hello, I cannot recommend that one but I DO CERTAINLY recommend the VIECA CANTINA... since 1800' wonderful place in the middle of the town in a pedestrian street..
Terry H
1 contribution
is it easy to get a train to positano sorrentofrom
DOLORESMERCADO
Buenos Aires, Argentina158 contributions
you have buses along the coast..wonderful and there is a hoponhopoff red bus that only stops at these towns and not along the road.. whichever is fantastic.. the view out of this world ..bus is EU 6 for each leg...
What is the name of the tall statue with all the people on it
Elena P
Romania4,820 contributions
Maybe you are saying about the statue of S. Antonino Abbate ?!
Giselle42
1 contribution
Can I get to mount Vesuvius by train
DOLORESMERCADO
Buenos Aires, Argentina158 contributions
YEs take the train at Sorrento station..probably it will take you less than 20 minutes... the name of the station u have to get down.. is Hercolaneum and there a bus will take you to the Vesuvius.. but check the ruins first.. at Herculaneum..same train takes you to Pompeii..just in a few minutes.. for the ruins.. I hired a guide..but I hired one as I wanted to see the frescoes at thebordello and they didnt do it becasue some parts are open in the afternoon..dedicate the whole day to the area..you can do it by train in minutes
Terry H
San Antonio, TX98 contributions
I'm going to be in Rome for a few days and then going to Sorrento for 5 days. We will go to Capri, take the train to Pompeii and the bus along the Amalfi coast. Then will fly out of Naples. Do you think we should rent a car when we leave Rome while we are in the Sorrento area?
REG37
Brighouse12 contributions
just got back from 11 nights stay in Sorrento. I certainly wouldn't drive there. It's crazy! The tour guide we had for Pompei said there's a saying in Italy, "after me, everyone is first". She was referring to the queuing etiquette (or lack of it) but driving appeared to have the same rules. We took the trains to Pompei and Herculaneum. They're cheap and efficient but quite busy and hot. The bus along to Amalfi is quite hair-raising as I understand it. We opted for the ferry which was a very pleasant experience ...and cool/refreshing. Hope you have a lovely holiday/vacation there.
Marcela B
Buenos Aires, Argentina31 contributions
Buenas tardes, por favor , plaza Tasso, por lo q leo se encuentra en la parte de arriba de Sorrento. Estamos por reservar un apartamento cerca de ahí. Hay algún transporte público cerca ? El tren , los buses ? Son muchos escalones hasta la costa ? Hay algún ferry por ahí ? Estoy un poco asustada con la cantidad de escalones q todos me cuentan. Gracias !
Malena Porto
Buenos Aires, Argentina29 contributions
No pasa nada! Para bajar a la costa hay una escalera no tan larga o sino ascensor.
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