Beautiful building with and even better view from the top. One of our favourite places we stopped of at along the Amalfi Coast. Ravello as a whole was exactly how you’d imagine a small town along the Amalfi Coast to be.

The Villa Rufolo was built by a wealthy merchant family in the 13th century. During its history it was one of the largest and most expensive villas on the Amalfi Coast, with apparently t hidden treasure on its premises. Worth visiting for the stunning views of the Amalfi Coast.

We visited VR in May 2024, as part of an Insight Vacations 'Country Roads of Italy' tour. Amazing history - such an ancient building (13th century) - favoured by Richard Wagner in the late 19th century! Well worth a visit.

We spent some time here during a day tour of the Amalfi coast. We all enjoyed the beautiful gardens and views. It was not crowded (like Positano and Amalfi!), but peaceful and quiet. We got a nice little guidebook with out tickets, so it was easy to find our way around and see the sights.

Must stop in Ravello! Went to Ravello for the day and were informed of the 2 villas there in the town. This Villa Rufolo is very easy to get to, you will see it right away when you enter Ravello on foot. Entrance fees were maybe about $10 per person and you get to explore for however long you wish. The flowers and hydrangea were beautiful, lush, and in bloom. They have lots os historical pieces and landmarks to view while inside the gardens. The view is also amazing from there! There is also a bell tower which you can climb to the top if you are willing. It only took about an hour or less to see everything we wanted here at this villa! Highly recommend!!

Villa Rufolo built in the 13th century is one of Ravello’s two signature attractions - both comprising an ancient villa complex and exquisite manicured formal gardens. This one is easiest to find as the entrance is just off the main square, the Pizza Centrale, that also comprises the Duomo. The entrance fee is about 10 euros and there is no time limit to your stay. Exploring the entire site may take an hour or so as there are multiple buildings to explore including cloisters, covered walkways, overlooks, terraces, and the bell tower which can be climbed and from which amazing views can be seen. And then there’s the gardens which justify a tour in their own right. The trees, bushes, shrubs and flowers were beautiful and all in full bloom when we attended. Given how easy it is to find and how interesting it is, it should not be missed if you’re in Ravello.