CAPRI, AMALFI COAST AND ROME 08/30/15 09/07/15 Schedule Sunday 08/30 Capri Notes: Welcome to Italy! Take the ferry to Capri, check into your hotel then spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool before dinner. LODGING Casa Morgano Hotel Via Tragara, 6, 80073 Capri NA, Italy http://www.casamorgano.com/ Chic boutique hotel a ten-minute walk from town. AFTERNOON Ferry to Capri Piazza Immacolatella, Naples, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy Board a high-speed ferry from the Naples pier to reach
Capri. Aurora Via Fuorlovado, 18-22, 80073 Capri NA, Italy http://www.auroracapri.com/ Be sure to order the 'Acqua Pizza', which is not on the menu and is especially delicious. Monday 08/31 Capri Notes: Today is for exploring the island, hiking Anacapri and checking out the Carthusian perfume factory. LODGING Casa Morgano Hotel Via Tragara, 6, 80073 Capri NA, Italy http://www.casamorgano.com/ Chic boutique hotel a ten-minute walk from town. MORNING Day at Leisure Piazzetta, Capri, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy Explore Capri: Walk the Piazzeta, chair lift to highest point on island, Carthusia perfume factory, hike to Anacapri, Villa San Michele, Villa Jovis AFTERNOON Ristorante Il Riccio Via Gradola, 4, Anacapri NA, Italy http://www.capripalace.com/it/ristoranti-e-bar/ristorante-ilriccio/ Enjoy lunch right on the water at this stunning beach club with incredible sea views. Gelateria Buonocore Via Roma, 36, Capri NA, Italy
A sweet stop in town. Da Gelsomina Via Migliara, 72, 80073 Anacapri NA, Italy http://www.dagelsomina.com/ Great food and sea views for dinner. Tuesday 09/01 Positano Notes: Transfer from Capri to Positano by boat and do a little yachting around in between. LODGING Le Sirenuse Via Cristoforo Colombo, 30, 84017 Positano SA, Italy http://www.sirenuse.it/ A bucket list hotel, Le Sirenuse is the place to stay in Positano but only accepts children ages 6 and older. MORNING Full Day Boat Tour Grotta Azzurra, Via Grotta Azzurra, Anacapri, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy Spend a day exploring Capri and the Amalfi Coast before being delivered to your next hotel in Positano. AFTERNOON La Conca del Sogno a Recommone Via Amerigo Vespucci, 25, 80061 Nerano, Massa Lubrense NA, Italy http://www.concadelsogno.it/ Beach club for lunch. Chez Black Via del Brigantino, 19, 84017 Positano SA, Italy http://www.chezblack.it/prenota.html Classic nautically themed eatery, casual enough for kids.
Wednesday 09/02 Positano Notes: Explore beyond Positano today then have a little beach time in the afternoon. LODGING Le Sirenuse Via Cristoforo Colombo, 30, 84017 Positano SA, Italy http://www.sirenuse.it/ A bucket list hotel, Le Sirenuse is the place to stay in Positano but only accepts children ages 6 and older. MORNING Amalfi Coast Adventure Amalfi, Province of Salerno, Italy Today, hire a car and driver to navigate the twisty roads of the Amalfi Coast, taking you on a tour through the beautiful towns of Amalfi and Ravello. AFTERNOON Bar Pasticceria Collina Via C. Colombo, 11, 84017 Positano SA, Italy A full day of touring deserves a big scoop of gelato, and this one is just up the street from your hotel. Max Piazza dei Mulini, 22, 84017 Positano SA, Italy http://www.ristorantemax.it/ Cute wine bar and trattoria. Thursday 09/03 Rome Notes: Don't miss a chance to tour the famous ruins of Pompeii en route from Positano to Rome.
LODGING Hotel de Russie Via del Babuino, 9, 00187 Roma, Italy https://www.roccofortehotels.com/hotels-and-resorts/hotel-derussie/? utm_source=google&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=hotel_de_russie This gorgeous hotel is famous for its prime location and beautiful garden, perfect for kids to play after a day of sightseeing. MORNING Pompeii Archeological Zone Entry - Excavations, Pompei, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy Stop to visit the ruins of Pompeii en route to Rome. It is a one-hour drive from Positano, then an additional 2.5 hours on to Rome. Hostaria Da Pietro Via di Gesù e Maria, 18, Roma, Italy http://www.hostariadapietro.com/ Traditional Roman trattoria steps from the Piazza del Popolo. Friday 09/04 Rome Notes: Time travel takes over today, as you start your morning in gladiator training. LODGING Hotel de Russie Via del Babuino, 9, 00187 Roma, Italy https://www.roccofortehotels.com/hotels-and-resorts/hotel-derussie/? utm_source=google&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=hotel_de_russie This gorgeous hotel is famous for its prime location and beautiful garden, perfect for kids to play after a day of sightseeing. MORNING
Via Appia Antica, 18, 00179 Roma, Italy http://www.gruppostoricoromano.it/ Start your day at Gladiator School then continue for a tour of the Colosseum to see where the original gladiators fought. AFTERNOON Gelato Making Giolitti, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy Make gelato with the experts at Giolitti. Dal Bolognese Piazza del Popolo, 1/2, 00187 Roma, Italy http://dalbolognese.it/ Book a table on the terrace and enjoy great pastas and even better people watching. Saturday 09/05 LODGING Hotel de Russie Rome Via del Babuino, 9, 00187 Roma, Italy https://www.roccofortehotels.com/hotels-and-resorts/hotel-derussie/? utm_source=google&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=hotel_de_russie This gorgeous hotel is famous for its prime location and beautiful garden, perfect for kids to play after a day of sightseeing. MORNING Vatican Tour Vatican Museums, Viale Vaticano, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy Book tickets ahead of time or use a guide to skip the line at the Vatican Museums. Note: shoulders and knees must be covered. AFTERNOON Da Romeo Romeo, Via Silla, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
This sleek eatery is a stylish spot for lunch after visiting the Vatican. Shopping: Via del Governo Vecchio Via del Governo Vecchio, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy Explore the small boutiques on this street and its neighbors to find the hip alternatives to the big-name brands near the Spanish Steps. Aroma Restaurant Via Labicana, 125, Roma, Italy http://www.aromarestaurant.it/ It's a tad formal, but if your kids are the type who can handle a white tablecloth experience, Aroma has wonderful views directly onto the Colosseum. Sunday 09/06 LODGING Hotel de Russie Rome Via del Babuino, 9, 00187 Roma, Italy https://www.roccofortehotels.com/hotels-and-resorts/hotel-derussie/? utm_source=google&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=hotel_de_russie This gorgeous hotel is famous for its prime location and beautiful garden, perfect for kids to play after a day of sightseeing. MORNING Cooking Class Campo de' Fiori, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy Shop the market then learn to cook classic Roman dishes that the whole family will love in a half-day cooking class. AFTERNOON Borghese Gardens Villa Borghese, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
Bike or walk around this shady park. If you want to visit the gardens, plan ahead: tickets sell out quickly and only 300 visitors are allowed every two hours. Ivo a Trastevere Via di San Francesco a Ripa, 158, 00153 Roma, Italy Casual pizzeria in Trastevere. Monday 09/07 Notes: Time to head home. Un buon viaggio! All Activities Lodging Casa Morgano Hotel Via Tragara, 6, 80073 Capri NA, Italy http://www.casamorgano.com/ Chic boutique hotel a ten-minute walk from town. Le Sirenuse Via Cristoforo Colombo, 30, 84017 Positano SA, Italy http://www.sirenuse.it/ A bucket list hotel, Le Sirenuse is the place to stay in Positano but only accepts children ages 6 and older. Hotel de Russie Via del Babuino, 9, 00187 Roma, Italy https://www.roccofortehotels.com/hotels-and-resorts/hotel-derussie/? utm_source=google&utm_medium=local&utm_campaign=hotel_de_russie
This gorgeous hotel is famous for its prime location and beautiful garden, perfect for kids to play after a day of sightseeing. Food & Drink Aurora Via Fuorlovado, 18-22, 80073 Capri NA, Italy http://www.auroracapri.com/ Be sure to order the 'Acqua Pizza', which is not on the menu and is especially delicious. Ristorante Il Riccio Via Gradola, 4, Anacapri NA, Italy http://www.capripalace.com/it/ristoranti-e-bar/ristorante-ilriccio/ Enjoy lunch right on the water at this stunning beach club with incredible sea views. Gelateria Buonocore Via Roma, 36, Capri NA, Italy A sweet stop in town. Da Gelsomina Via Migliara, 72, 80073 Anacapri NA, Italy http://www.dagelsomina.com/ Great food and sea views for dinner. La Conca del Sogno a Recommone Via Amerigo Vespucci, 25, 80061 Nerano, Massa Lubrense
NA, Italy http://www.concadelsogno.it/ Beach club for lunch. Chez Black Via del Brigantino, 19, 84017 Positano SA, Italy http://www.chezblack.it/prenota.html Classic nautically themed eatery, casual enough for kids. Bar Pasticceria Collina Via C. Colombo, 11, 84017 Positano SA, Italy A full day of touring deserves a big scoop of gelato, and this one is just up the street from your hotel. Max Piazza dei Mulini, 22, 84017 Positano SA, Italy http://www.ristorantemax.it/ Cute wine bar and trattoria. Hostaria Da Pietro Via di Gesù e Maria, 18, Roma, Italy http://www.hostariadapietro.com/ Traditional Roman trattoria steps from the Piazza del Popolo. Dal Bolognese Piazza del Popolo, 1/2, 00187 Roma, Italy http://dalbolognese.it/ Book a table on the terrace and enjoy great pastas and even better people watching.
Da Romeo Romeo, Via Silla, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy This sleek eatery is a stylish spot for lunch after visiting the Vatican. Cooking Class Campo de' Fiori, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy Shop the market then learn to cook classic Roman dishes that the whole family will love in a half-day cooking class. Ivo a Trastevere Via di San Francesco a Ripa, 158, 00153 Roma, Italy Casual pizzeria in Trastevere. Aroma Restaurant Via Labicana, 125, Roma, Italy http://www.aromarestaurant.it/ It's a tad formal, but if your kids are the type who can handle a white tablecloth experience, Aroma has wonderful views directly onto the Colosseum. Experiences Day at Leisure Piazzetta, Capri, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy Explore Capri: Walk the Piazzeta, chair lift to highest point on island, Carthusia perfume factory, hike to Anacapri, Villa San Michele, Villa Jovis
Grotta Azzurra, Via Grotta Azzurra, Anacapri, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy Spend a day exploring Capri and the Amalfi Coast before being delivered to your next hotel in Positano. Amalfi Coast Adventure Amalfi, Province of Salerno, Italy Today, hire a car and driver to navigate the twisty roads of the Amalfi Coast, taking you on a tour through the beautiful towns of Amalfi and Ravello. Pompeii Archeological Zone Entry - Excavations, Pompei, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy Stop to visit the ruins of Pompeii en route to Rome. It is a one-hour drive from Positano, then an additional 2.5 hours on to Rome. Gladiator School Rome - 'Gruppo Storico Romano ' Via Appia Antica, 18, 00179 Roma, Italy http://www.gruppostoricoromano.it/ Start your day at Gladiator School then continue for a tour of the Colosseum to see where the original gladiators fought. Gelato Making Giolitti, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy Make gelato with the experts at Giolitti. Borghese Gardens Villa Borghese, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy
Bike or walk around this shady park. If you want to visit the gardens, plan ahead: tickets sell out quickly and only 300 visitors are allowed every two hours. Arts & Culture Vatican Tour Vatican Museums, Viale Vaticano, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy Book tickets ahead of time or use a guide to skip the line at the Vatican Museums. Note: shoulders and knees must be covered. Shopping Shopping: Via del Governo Vecchio Via del Governo Vecchio, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome, Italy Explore the small boutiques on this street and its neighbors to find the hip alternatives to the big-name brands near the Spanish Steps. Transportation Ferry to Capri Piazza Immacolatella, Naples, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy Board a high-speed ferry from the Naples pier to reach Capri.