1. Duomo di Sant’Andrea (Amalfi Cathedral)

The striking Byzantine-style cathedral dominates Piazza del Duomo with its distinctive striped façade and impressive 57-step staircase. Inside, discover the Cloister of Paradise and the ornate Baroque interior filled with precious artworks.

Insider Tip: Visit during the late morning when sunlight illuminates the cathedral’s golden mosaics in the apse, and don’t miss the small museum in the basement containing medieval liturgical treasures most tourists overlook.

2. Museo della Carta (Paper Museum)

Housed in a 13th-century paper mill, this museum showcases Amalfi’s historic paper-making tradition, with demonstrations of handmade paper production using ancient techniques.

Insider Tip: Ask the staff to show you how to make your own sheet of paper—it’s not advertised, but they often accommodate visitors who show genuine interest, offering a hands-on experience for a small additional fee.

3. Chiostro del Paradiso (Cloister of Paradise)

This elegant 13th-century cloister features interlacing Moorish arches and ancient Roman sarcophagi set in a serene garden space.

Insider Tip: Look for the small door in the corner that sometimes opens to the cathedral’s rarely visited treasure room containing exquisite medieval artifacts and textiles not included in the regular tour.

4. Valle dei Mulini (Valley of the Mills)

A short walk from the town center reveals ancient paper mills nestled in a lush river valley, offering a glimpse into Amalfi’s industrial past.

Insider Tip: Continue past the first visible ruins to the less-visited upper valley where the best-preserved mill structures remain, often missed by tourists who turn back too soon.

5. Arsenale della Repubblica (Ancient Shipyard)

This medieval maritime structure once housed the fleet that made Amalfi a powerful naval republic, now containing interesting exhibits on naval technology.

Insider Tip: Check the adjacent small bookshop for locally published maritime history books with old maps of Amalfi that aren’t available elsewhere—perfect unique souvenirs.

6. Torre dello Ziro

This dramatic watchtower perched between Amalfi and Atrani offers spectacular panoramic views of both towns and the coastline.

Insider Tip: Pack a small picnic and time your visit for sunset—locals know this is the most romantic spot on the coast, and unlike crowded sunset viewpoints, you’ll often have it entirely to yourself.

7. Rione Vagliendola

This authentic residential quarter in Amalfi’s upper section features narrow medieval streets and glimpses of everyday local life away from tourist areas.

Insider Tip: Visit on Monday mornings when locals hang their laundry and gather at the small neighborhood bar for coffee—the perfect opportunity to experience authentic Amalfitan community life.

8. Ancient Stairways (Scalinate)

The network of historic staircases connecting different levels of Amalfi offers both practical shortcuts and stunning viewpoints.

Insider Tip: Follow the Via Annunziatella stairway to find a hidden restaurant frequented by locals, with no signage and the best homemade lemon pasta in town—ask anyone for “il ristorante della nonna” and they’ll point the way.

9. Beach of Amalfi (Spiaggia Grande)

The main beach features striking views of the town rising up the hillside, with the cathedral dome visible above the colorful buildings.

Insider Tip: Skip the crowded central section and head to the eastern end of the beach near the port where locals swim. The water is cleaner and you can swim around the small headland to discover a tiny hidden cove inaccessible by land.

10. Pontile (The Pier)

This long jetty extends into the bay offering unparalleled views of Amalfi’s dramatic setting between mountains and sea.

Insider Tip: Visit early morning around 6 AM when fishermen return with their catch—they often sell some of the freshest seafood directly from their boats before supplying restaurants, and you’ll witness a tradition unchanged for centuries.