Look Out for Marina Grande

Just below the town, tucked beneath the cliffs, lies Marina Grande, Sorrento’s historic fishing village and one of its most characterful corners.

A window into old Sorrento

With its brightly painted houses, wooden boats drawn up on the shore and small waterfront trattorias, Marina Grande still feels like a working fishing community. Seen from the water at the start of a tour, it offers a lovely first glimpse of local coastal life, a reminder of the Sorrento that existed long before the grand hotels above. The scene is especially photogenic in the soft light of the morning.

A gentle beginning

Passing Marina Grande as you leave is a fitting way to begin a day at sea, easing you into the rhythm of the coast before the bigger landscapes open up.

See how the day unfolds on our Tours from Sorrento page.