See Positano from Its Most Iconic Viewpoint

Everyone knows the postcard image of Positano, but nothing compares to seeing it unfold from the sea. The full cascade of pastel houses, the majolica-tiled dome of Santa Maria Assunta and the cliffs that cradle the village are at their most impressive from the water.

The view that defines the coast

As you pull away from the shore, the village opens up in front of you like a natural amphitheatre, rising steeply from the beach into the mountains. It is the single most recognisable panorama on the Amalfi Coast, and it can only be fully appreciated from a boat. Have your camera ready shortly after departure, when the whole of Positano is framed by the surrounding cliffs.

Make the most of the moment

Your skipper can pause at the ideal distance so you have time to take it in and capture the shot before continuing along the coast.

Browse the full range of departures on our Tours from Positano page, or choose a half-day tour to enjoy the view at a gentle pace.