Silvana’s walking tour was the highlight of my time in Sorrento. As a solo traveller, I loved that it was a 1:1 tour. It felt personal and relaxed, as if I was being shown around by a knowledgeable friend rather than following a script. Her knowledge of the town’s history is remarkable, and she shares it with such warmth that every street and piazza came alive. She was incredibly generous with her time, never rushing me and happily answering every question. Her passion for her vocation is obvious and shines through in everything she does. It’s rare to meet a guide who clearly loves her work this much. She also took me to watch the sunset at Sant’Agnello, at a spot far from the tourist crowds. It was absolutely breathtaking, and I would never have found it on my own. She also gave me a fantastic restaurant recommendation: Storico 8. I loved it so much that I ate there three times! It was the best food I had in Sorrento. Deliziosa! If you want great knowledge, thoughtfulness and real local history, I recommend this tour to anyone visiting Sorrento, whether you’re travelling solo or with others. 5 stars!! 🌟 Grazie mille, Silvana!
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- At Giardini di Cataldo or at Liminoro will be offered a limoncello and of your choice or a lemon gelalto or a granita
Excludes
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- The starting point is located in Piazza della Vittoria N° 5 in front of the Hotel Bellevue Syrene where there is a marble plaque dedicated to the poet Virgil.
Itinerary
In Piazza della Vittoria you will sublimate yourself in the magic of the myth of the Land of the Sirens, in the enchantment of one of the most beautiful breathtaking panoramas in the world and we will meet Homer, Virgil, the French writer Yourcenar and the American writer Harriet Beecher Stowe and the illustrious great poet Torquato Tasso, a native of Sorrento. We will go to the Belle vue Sirene hotel where we will admire from above the ruins of the Roman Villa of Agrippa Postumo, nephew of Augustus and the two nymphaeums. I will show you a breathtaking panorama and let you imagine the Roman fish pond in a sea with crystal clear waters.
At the Borgo di Marina Grande where we will arrive after a 10-minute walk on foot, we will admire the characteristics of this place, the fishermen's nets and the typical Sorrentine goiter. We will stop to admire the balcony where the actress Sofia Loren leaned out in the famous film "Pane, amore e...." with Vittorio De Sica. We will take a ride on the pier and we will sublime in front of Vesuvius and the beauty of the Gulf of Naples.
From the Borgo di Marina Grande we will walk along Via Padre Reginaldo Giuliani and stop at the "Donna Sofia" restaurant, a characteristic place, a cult of chef Mario's Sorrento cuisine, where you can admire dozens of photographs of Sofia Loren. We will reach our destination, the house of Cornelia Tasso, the sixteenth-century palace where the sister of the great Sorrento writer Torquato Tasso lived which we will admire from the outside as the internal fresco that decorates the vault was destroyed by fire.
From Cornelia Tasso's house in two minutes we will go to the historic center among its craft shops, we will visit the Sedil Dominova and if you want we will go to the Museo della Tarsia Lignea, one of the two Sorrento museum jewels, reported by English tour operators among the top ten museums of Campania. Here we will admire the collection of Sorrentine inlays from the 19th century as well as a section dedicated to the works, vases and paintings that commemorate our great poet Torquato Tasso. ENTRANCE IS OPTIONAL AND MUST BE INDICATED AT THE TIME OF BOOKING. THE COST OF THE TICKET FOR ADULTS IS EURO 8.00.
From the MUTA we will return to Via Vittorio Veneto where we will make a stop both outside and inside the majestic Hotel Tramontano where the best known names of the royal houses have stayed, as well as painters and writers of the Grand Tour: from Henrik Ibsen to the French writer Marguerite Yourcenar . This majestic hotel was the place of inspiration for the de Curtis brothers of the well-known song "Torna a Surriento", of which we will tell the genesis and the anecdote. Inside we will admire the place where the great poet Torquato Tasso was born and his garden with secular trees.
In this enchanting fourteenth-century cloister, a place where civil weddings are celebrated and which hosts classical music concerts in the summer, we will admire the beauty of its colonnade and its intimacy under a weeping willow. Silence reigns in this place where the Franciscan monks live isolated from the Sorrentine worldly life intent on prayer and in the creation of the Neapolitan nativity scene.
From the Cloister we will pass through the Villa Comunale dedicated to our Sorrentine composer Salve d'Esposito, known for the famous song "Anema e core". Here you will have time to admire and photograph a breathtaking panorama that ranges from the island of Ischia to the Punta del Capo di Sorrento, Vesuvius and the entire Gulf of Naples.
From the Villa Comunale we will head towards the Hotel Excelsior Vittoria passing through Piazza S. Antonino, where we will admire the Statue dedicated to the Patron Saint of Sorrento with hints of its history and the Museum Restaurant dedicated to the tenor Enrico Caruso (if open). We will stop in front of the hotel which houses the two famous suites dedicated to the tenor Enrico Caruso and the singer Lucio Dalla. We will briefly go through the history of these two artists, also recalling the stay of the well-known composer Richard Wagner and his idyll which ended tumultuously with the philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche.
From the Hotel Vittoria we will head for a stop and a limoncello and granita tasting at the "Giardini di Cataldo" where we will visit a typical Sorrento citrus grove owned by the then commander Achille Lauro, subsequently purchased by the current owners who produce limoncello with the ancient tradition Sorrento. Alternatively, depending on the time available to tourists, we will go to Limonoro (Via San Cesareo in the historic center) where we will taste various types of biscuits, chocolates and liqueurs including limoncello, limoncello cream, pistachio cream and the little orange.
From the Cataldo Gardens we will walk along one of the most beautiful streets of Sorrento, where the most luxurious hotels and residences of the city dominate to arrive in front of the Correale Museum whose history we will describe by illustrating the two commemorative plaques placed on its sides until we reach via Aniello Califano where we will admire the last panorama of the tour to the rhythm of the song "O Surdato 'Nnammurato" written by the composer to whom the street is dedicated.
Here we will admire the mural dedicated to Lucio Dalla by the street artist Jorit Agoch. We will illustrate the story of the Bolognese singer and his link with the city that awarded him honorary citizenship.
We will stop and end our tour in this enchanting place, reviewed by the magazine "Nature" so called because once there were mills, today instead it is the realm of rare plants.
You will see how a piece of Sorrento inlay furniture is worked and you will visit near the most enchanting place in Sorrento, the Vallone dei Mulini, a unique shop where you will admire precious inlaid woodworking products, including an incredible gaming table.
In this Church dedicated to Saints Philip and James which dates back to 1400 we will admire a splendid nativity scene, the Via Crucis in Sorrento inlay, a chapel with a Chiajese style floor and the lid of a Roman tomb.
Here you will immerse yourself in the most enchanting and mysterious place of Sorrento, also illustrated in the magazine "nature" where nature grows uncontaminated and where no man can access.
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Excellent experience all the way around Definitely recommend
Our guide met us promptly at the designated time and location and was very informative about the history of Sorrento. She took us to all of the great spots and explained the history behind each of them. We highly enjoyed this excursion and would recommend to others.
Silvana is a fantastic guide full of knowledge, enthusiasm & very friendly. She took me to many places of hustorical interest, beautiful scenery & views also places I didn't know existed. I met up with her again 2 days later & she took me to places that were closed on the day of my original tour. I had a fabulous experience & when I go back to Sorrento I will definitely choose a tour with Silvana as she went above & beyond my expectations. Thank you Silvana.
Silvana was an incredible guide—friendly, welcoming, and deeply knowledgeable. During our private tour of Sorrento, she highlighted the city’s most important landmarks and allowed us the flexibility to stop at several breathtaking spots. This gave us the chance to truly soak in the views and capture beautiful photos without any rush. Silvana also shared wonderful recommendations for restaurants and shopping, along with fascinating insights into the local history and culture. We ended the tour with a magical sunset, making the experience even more memorable. Silvana is not only professional and attentive but also patient and personable. We absolutely loved our tour with her!
This was a fantastic tour. Silvana is very knowledgeable about Sorrento history, mythology, architecture and food. The tour was personalized in a way I had not experienced. She was able to get entry into an incredible hotel and a venue where she was married. We walked through the historical part of town as she pointed out both the history and culture of the city.
It was a very good start to get acquainted with the culture, an overview of history while walking through the amazing narrow streets of Sorrento (passing through a gate dated to 9 BC on our way to Grand Marina). Getting to know the iconic artists who were an important part of Sorrento, Lucio Dalla, Sophia Loren, Enrico Caruso, Torquato Tasso, including our norwegian playwright, Henrik Ibsen. I also enjoyed listening to the mythology of the sirens. Overall, it was a really good start to get to know Sorrento on a friendly walk with Silvana.
Silvana was a terrific guide. She was knowledgeable about the history and culture of Sorrento. I learned a lot from her. She included marina grande in the tour which was great because I had not been there. I did have to cut my tour short because of illness but I really enjoyed it. Tour aside, Silvana is an incredibly kind and caring person. I will always remember what she did for me.
My guide, Silvana, provided exceptional historical and cultural details as she tailored the two hours of the tour to my specific interests. The twilight timing of the tour required an intimate knowledge of some difficult -to-access locations and alternative access options. She never faltered as she made adjustments on the fly. Well done!
Silvana was an outstanding tour guide. The meeting point was ideal, and her extensive knowledge and passion for Sorrento shone through. We gained fascinating insights into the history and mythology of the area. Her enthusiasm for the art and history of Sorrento was contagious, and we learned a great deal from her. I highly recommend her.
Silvana was a great guide. It was a personalized experience based on where we wanted to go. She had a deep level of knowledge and genuine kindness. Highly recommend Silvana for this tour. It was a great way to get acclimated to Sorrento.
Really enjoyed this tour of Sorrento. To enjoy this best, you should be interested in the layout, historic, litrary, and artistic story. As a personal tour, it is likely to be different each time. Silvana is friendly and happy to discuss. We had several entrances that came about because Silvana knew people around town, and this made for unique experiences.
We had a wonderful time! Silvana was an incredible guide that gave us an amazing experience. She was so kind and knowledgeable about Sorrento.
We had a wonderful tour with Silvia after booking last minute and so glad we did! Her tour was informative, casual, easy to ask questions and personable. Silvia loves Sorrento and it shows in her tour.
Amazing experience with a local guide. I learned so much of the rich history of Sorrento and was fortunate enough to have both a completely private and extended experience. Grazie mille!
Silvana gave an absolutely amazing tour of Sorrento. As someone born and raised there she has a deep connection to the city and a passion for sharing its rich history. You get to learn about a side of Sorrento you otherwise would never know and gain a deeper appreciation for this beautiful city and it’s people. Can’t recommend this tour enough
Fantastic tour !!!Just what you need for a different,special,fresh perspective on Sorrento and the surrounding parts. Small party,practically a private tour,during the hours when the sun doesn’t burn,beautiful panoramas accompanied by a very knowledgeable guide,Silvana,a truly cultured lady in all kind of fields.(arts,history,politics,geography ) Everything wonderfully concluded with a limoncello tasting.
Visiting Sorrento with Silvana was an amazing experience because you can go deeply in the history, culture and life of Sorrento.
Silvana is a really engaging and insightful guide who knows everything there is to know about Sorrento. I would highly recommend this interesting tour.
An amazing tour. Silvana was VERY knowledgeable and passionate and gave us a perfect overview of Sorrento. She has so many insightful stories and anecdotes which bought tho whole experience to life. Highly recommended! .
A really fascinating tour. We discovered so much about Sorrento in the past and present, and heard stories about many important creative people who have been inspired by Sorrento. We explored all the interesting and beautiful places - including some special places that are not usually possible to see. Silvana is very knowledgeable, friendly, and fun! The tour lasted about 3 hours - and every minute was entertaining, including stops for gellati and limoncello. Best way to spend a morning in Sorrento!
Sylvana is an amazing host! She knows so much about Sorrento and its history. We were treated like very special guests. She took us to out of the way places and took her time to answer all our questions. Highly recommend!!!
Truly pleasant experience....professionalism, passion for his land and friendliness a perfect mix to look at unforgettable places with different eyes.... Absolutely worth repeating
Silvana is a professional, qualified and very nice guide...She managed to show us the most original and characteristic aspect of Sorrento...a tour that fully shows you the beauty, culture and history of Sorrento and that strikes you first of all for the preparation and resourcefulness of the person who leads it and the method of organization... all this in a suggestive and fascinating atmosphere... NOT TO BE MISSED!!!!
Truly "divine" tour where you can listen to the Homeric myths about the sirens and the Virgilian ones about the beauty of our land at dusk, tasting a delicious limoncello. Highly recommended!
"STUNNING EXPERIENCE...a beautiful Sorrento with a "superlative" guide...Silvana! Very kind and competent person. He accompanied us by showing us the natural and historical beauties, he made us discover wonderful places and gave us lots of useful advice. An experience to repeat! We had so much fun!
Fantastic: here is the right word to describe this wonderful tour around Sorrento. Silvana - a deep connoisseur of local culture - made us immerse ourselves step by step in the wonderful scenery that inspired painters and writers
The terrace is very nice and the Service is fast with a lot of courtesy ... too bad the cappuccino is far from what you are used to drinking in Italy.
A tour that leaves nothing to chance. Silvana with her passion and liveliness created this route allowing the visitor to admire a different Sorrento, empathizing with its soul rich in history and art and thus allowing you to fully understand the motivations of its international fame. Absolutely recommended!
If you love culture, art, poetry and are passionate about local traditions and curiosities, you should definitely book this tour. Silvana is an amazing guide, very funny and nice. She welcomes you with her smile and her joy and transmits the passion for her land with great joy and enthusiasm. If you love culture, art, poetry and are passionate about local traditions and curiosities, you should definitely book this tour. Silvana is an exceptional guide, very funny and nice. He welcomes you with his smile and his joy and transmits the passion for his land with lively joy and enthusiasm.
Beautiful experience between views and glimpses of Sorrento. We discovered aspects of history and culture related to the characters who have visited the city over time.
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