Sorrento is a perfect destination to visit on a weekend, especially if you are looking for a chic location by the sea and with a mild climate. Defined by many as an elegant and colorful Italian living room , Sorrento is a famous town in Campania. Its delightful historic center, nestled on a promontory overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, is a tangle of charming streets, full of shops, workshops and historic cafés. Walking through the streets you can immerse yourself in the past and present history of Sorrento, and let yourself be conquered. You can admire important monuments, discover delightful hidden corners and fall in love at the sight of a romantic sunset over the sea. Sorrento is the starting point for numerous tours to discover the Sorrento peninsula, the nearby islands of Capri and Procida, the wonderful Amalfi Coast and many other attractions. All easily reachable in one day on board a boat. If you want to find out more, in this article I give you some advice on what to visit on a weekend in Sorrento and its surroundings. And I'll start immediately with a small beautiful pearl: the Agruminato di Sorrento.

The citrus fruit of Sorrento
Sorrento Citrus Fruit it is a truly unique place that I always recommend visiting. In general, a citrus garden is a typical garden of the Sorrento peninsula rich in citrus fruits, as the word itself suggests. You probably already know that citrus fruits, especially lemons , are a symbol of Sorrento and its territory. The citrus-based liqueurs are very good, including the famous Sorrento limoncello . I definitely invite you to try it, in one of the many typical shops or in the bars in the centre. The peculiarity of the Sorrento citrus fruit is that it is located in the center, along Corso Italia, and can be visited for free every day by residents and tourists. Today the Sorrento citrus fruit is managed by the I Giardini di Cataldo farm . Lemons are grown naturally, without the use of pesticides and chemical additives, giving the fruits a truly unique flavor and aroma in the world. Extremely well-kept and pleasant, this delightful garden offers a walk that gives visitors unforgettable colors and scents .

Corso Italia, from Piazza Tasso to the Villa Fiorentino Park
After this sensorial appetizer, the time has come to get lost in the historic center of Sorrento and discover all its beauties. You can start from Piazza Tasso , the beating heart of the town, and then walk along Corso Italia , one of the most important streets and full of interesting ideas. Near Piazza Tasso there are several very chic structures where you can stay. Such as Palazzo Jannuzzi Relais, a 4-star luxury hotel located on the corner of Via Enrico Caruso. Or Hotel Plaza Sorrento, equipped with a panoramic terrace with swimming pool that offers a breathtaking view of the coast. Once you have checked in at reception and left your travel bags in your room, you can then begin your visit to discover the historic center of Sorrento. Before getting lost among the narrow streets, walk along Via Enrico Caruso to the end until you reach a small overpass. Below the latter is the Vallone dei Mulini , a small, very green and lush valley. This curious name is due to the remains of an ancient mill from the 1600s located on the seabed, today totally abandoned and covered by vegetation. A fascinating little gem not to be missed. Then go back to Piazza Tasso, the real starting point of your walk. Turning left you will find Corso Italia, Sorrento's shopping street . Walk along it calmly and stop to look at the shop windows... Fashion boutiques, typical craft shops, gastronomic venues and much more: on Corso Italia you can definitely buy the perfect souvenir of your holiday in Sorrento. The other street that you shouldn't miss is Via S. Cesareo , a narrow and super characteristic street. It won't be difficult for you to find it, since it runs parallel to the course. Arriving from Piazza Tasso, on the left of the street you will find the Chiosco Ercolano, a historic bar in Sorrento, while on the right a small porcelain shop, really nice. This is only the first shop you come across when walking down the street. In fact, continuing the walk you will find boutiques and shops of all kinds, interspersed with buildings and historical monuments of undoubted interest. Of all of them , Sedil Dominova is definitely worth a stop. You can find it on the right, on the corner with via Padre Reginaldo Giuliani. The Sedil Dominova is a frescoed niche, dating back to the 14th century, in which the nobles of the time used to meet. If you intend to have lunch in the center and are looking for a typical and at the same time refined place, I suggest you book a table at L'Antica Trattoria 1930 . You can reach it very easily from Sedil Dominova, walking about a hundred meters along via Padre Reginaldo Giuliani. The restaurant is located at number no. 33 and is attractive at first sight. The entrance is characterized by a garden full of lemon plants, on which lies a well-kept pergola, embellished with terracotta vases and many other details that I invite you to discover. The internal rooms of the restaurant are magnificent, small and intimate, enriched with vintage furnishings. The menu is also very refined and refined, with traditional dishes but which wink at a more modern cuisine, with gastronomic options also for vegans. I recommend you try their first courses and in particular the lemon pasta, which is truly unique. After lunch you can conclude your tour in the historic center of Sorrento by visiting the Villa Comunale in via San Francesco, which offers a special view of the bay. Also unmissable is the picturesque Cloister of San Francesco , inside the monastery of the same name, full of plants and now home to shows and concerts. The last attraction in the historic center that I suggest you visit during your weekend in Sorrento is Villa Fiorentino with its splendid park. It is located almost at the end of Corso Italia, on the left coming from Piazza Tasso. A location with elegant atmospheres, ready to win you over from the first moment.

Boat tour in the Sorrento peninsula
The Sorrento peninsula and the nearby Amalfi Coast offer natural places and landscape views of incredible beauty, which you cannot miss. There are several companies that organize tours with beautiful private yachts every day, departing directly from the port of Sorrento. Let yourself be taken aboard these splendid boats equipped with every comfort, and treat yourself to an unforgettable day among the waves of the crystalline sea. Queen Victoria's baths, the Bay of the Sirens and the beautiful protected marine area of ​​the Bay of Ieranto are just some of the wonders natural that you can admire during the tour. And if that's not enough, you can also book other amazing boat tours , such as the one along the Amalfi Coast or day trips to the islands of Capri and Procida. Between a boat ride and a shopping walk in the city, don't forget to visit the mystylebags store . You can find it right in the center at number 7/8 of Piazza Sant'Antonino . Set in one of the most fascinating coastal stretches in Italy, Sorrento is a perfect seaside town to visit on a weekend. A tourist destination where you can have fun in style and at the same time relax by the sea, stay in elegant hotels or have lunch in some of the most renowned restaurants in Southern Italy. So pack your bags: Sorrento awaits you!