Maiori is a wonderful and amazingly picturesque town on the Amalfi Coast. It is more intimate than Amalfi or Positano and there are more historical monuments preserved here. In addition, it is believed that the best beaches on the Amalfi Coast are located in Maiori too. There are different ways of how to get to Maiori, but the most common starting points are usually Rome or Naples.
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When to travel to Maiori
The shore of Maiori is washed by the warm waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. It means that the climate here is typical Mediterranean one. The swimming season lasts from June to September. The town, like most towns and villages in the region, is built on rocky terraces, although the slopes here are less steep than in neighboring resorts.
After some research, I decided to put together information I have previously found out and create a complete guide on how to organize a holiday in Maiori. I figured out how to get to Maiori, where to stay & what to see there. I really hope this detailed information will help you plan your trip to this fantastic sea resort located on the Amalfi Coast.
How to get to Maiori
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Where do you fly into to get to Maiori? You can get to Maiori from Rome or Naples, because the closest international airports are located exactly there. Both direct and connecting flights land in Rome as well as in Naples. The current flight timetable can be checked via specialized online services such as Aviasales and others. I often use Aviasales when planning my trips, because it can compare a great variety of available flight options at the same time. Choosing a starting point for your trip, keep in mind that Naples is located closer to the Amalfi Coast, than Rome.
How to get to Maiori from Rome
The distance between Rome and Maiori is about 275 km. You can get to Maiori from Rome by public transport, but you need to make some changes along the way. Another option is to take a taxi from the airport or from the city. As a variant, tourists often use car rental. It lets you not only reach Maiori but travel around the whole coast.
How to get to Maiori from Rome by public transport
A popular way of how to get to Maiori from Rome by public transport is to use a train to Salerno and then make a change to a bus leading directly to Maiori. Let’s find out in detail. At first, you need to take a train to Salerno. The travel time varies from 1.5 hours to more than 2 hours depending on the type of a train (regional or high-speed). Trains depart from Rome Termini station quite often – 2-3 times an hour during the day. You can check the train timetable at the Raileurope online service.
Then in Salerno you need to take a local bus to go directly to Maiori. Salerno bus station is located nearby. Duration of the trip by bus is 1 hour. You can check the accurate bus timetable at the Sita Sud company website. To my mind, getting to the Amalfi Coast by public transport is not easy, but it’s possible if you travel light.
How to get to Maiori from Rome by taxi
As an option, travellers can take a taxi or a private transfer service to reach the Amalfi Coast without making changes. A taxi car can be found at the airport after arrival. Another option is to order a transfer service in advance.
Up-to-date information for private transfer services can be found on the several online booking services such as Kiwitaxi and others. According to my research, Kiwitaxi has a lot of positive reviews so I can definitely recommend it. The travel time from the airport is about 2 hours 45 minutes one-way.
How to get to Maiori from Rome by car
Tourists often hire a car to travel to Maiori and explore other scenic towns along the Amalfi Coast, be it Amalfi Town, Positano, Ravello, Sorrento or others. You can find car rental points right after arrival at the airport or in any parts of Rome. I would recommend renting a car in advance as Rome is a very popular tourist destination. You can view different car rental offers on various international booking services such as Discover Cars, Economybookings, etc. Based on my experience, both online services have a decent search.
Rome and Maiori are connected by # E45 route (see on the map). The travel time is about 3.5 hours. Anyway, a car is considered to be a convenient and fast way of how to get to Maiori from Rome.
How to get to Maiori from Naples
The distance between Naples and Maiori is just 60 km which is much closer than Rome. Travellers can use either public transport or a taxi to reach the Amalfi Coast. Car rental is also an excellent option for those who would like to explore all the coast, not only one place.
How to get to Maiori from Naples by public transport
If you prefer public transport to travel to the Amalfi Coast, you need to use a combination of a train and a bus to get to Maiori. Firstly, take a train to Salerno. The duration of a trip is from 40 minutes to 1 hour 15 minutes depending on the type of a train (high-speed or regional). Trains depart quite often – 2 times per hour during the day. You can check the train timetable at the Raileurope online service.
Then in Salerno you need to take a local bus #5120 which goes directly to Maiori. You can check the accurate bus timetable at the Sita Sud company website. The travel time is about 1 hour.
How to get to Maiori from Naples by taxi
To avoid making changes tourists often choose a taxi or a private transfer service to reach the Amalfi Coast. You can find a taxi right after arrival at the airport of Naples or you can order a private transfer in advance. Up-to-date information for private transfer services can be found on the several online booking services such as Kiwitaxi and others. According to my research, Kiwitaxi has a lot of positive reviews so I can definitely recommend it. The travel time usually takes about 1.5 hours.
How to get to Maiori from Naples by car
One more popular variant is to rent a car in Naples to discover the Amalfi Coast. I would say it is quite easy to find a car rental point in Naples, be it the airport, or city center. I would also recommend booking a car in advance as Naples is a top travel destination in Italy. You can view various car rental offers via international booking services Discover Cars, Economybookings and others.
The travel time by car is approximately 1.5 hours. Naples and Maiori are connected by the road # A3/E45 (see on the map). In my point of view, a car is a very comfortable way of how to get to Maiori and explore the whole region.
Where to stay in Maiori
After you have already figured out how to get to Maiori, it is the time to discover accommodation opportunities. As I found out, travellers can stay in Maiori in hotels of all-star categories, bed and breakfast hotels, apartments, and holiday homes. A great advantage of Maiori as a resort, in comparison with other towns of Amalfi, is its pricing policy. Here you can almost always find budget accommodation options, especially in comparison with the prices at neighboring resorts. At the same time, for a holiday in Maiori during the peak period, I would recommend booking accommodation as early as possible, since the resort is quite popular.
The resort is dominated by 3- and 4-star hotels, but, if necessary, you can find both fashionable 5-star options and budget hotels of the “bed and breakfast” type without stars. For budget accommodation, it also makes sense to consider the option of renting apartments.
4-star hotels
Hotel Miramare 4* is located opposite the shore. Hotel guests can use a restaurant and bar. Wi-Fi is free. There is a private parking lot, which is provided for an additional fee and upon a reservation. The hotel has standard, superior, deluxe rooms, as well as family ones. Inside you can find a telephone, satellite TV, safe, air conditioning and a minibar. Breakfast is included in the price. There is a luggage storage room. The reception operates 24 hours a day.
Hotel San Francesco 4* is surrounded by a garden and has its own private beach. The hotel also has a restaurant and a bar. You can stay in standard, superior or junior suites. Family rooms are also available. Breakfast is included. Wi-Fi is provided throughout the hotel and is free of charge. Private parking is available on site for an extra fee. The reception is open 24 hours a day.
3-star hotels
Albergo Pensione Riviera 3* is located a few minutes’ walk from the beach. The hotel has everything you need including free Wi-Fi, an elevator, a private parking lot upon reservation. There are numerous restaurants and cafes nearby. On the roof of the hotel there is a terrace where breakfast is served in the summer. The hotel has rooms of different capacities. Some of the rooms have balconies. Inside you can find a TV, safe, iron, hairdryer, mini-fridge. Depending on the type of room, breakfast may be included in the price. The hotel has a luggage storage room and a tour desk. The reception operates 24 hours a day.
Apartments
Aparthotel Angelina Residence is located 100 meters from the sea. Guests can use the outdoor pool, sun terrace with umbrellas and sun loungers. Vacationers also have discounts on access to a private beach nearby. Wi-Fi is free. Parking is available on site for an extra fee. Inside the apartment you can find a balcony, air conditioning, hairdryer, kettle, refrigerator, dining and seating areas. There is a luggage storage room.
Residence Hotel Panoramic is located one minute walk from the beach. You can stay in studios or one-bedroom apartments. Guests are provided with free Wi-Fi and free parking spaces on site. The rooms have a view of the mountains or the sea. Inside you can find the following equipment – TV, telephone, air conditioning, hairdryer, refrigerator and a dining area. There is an elevator in the building.
What to see in Maiori
Maiori is not only located in a picturesque place in Italy, but also has a lot of man-made attractions. Tourists love Maiori for the combination of natural beauty and historical sights. Of course, we should not discount the local beaches, which, according to some estimates, are considered to be the best on the Amalfi Coast.
Historical attractions
Be sure to go to the historic center of Maiori. Here you can see many preserved historical sights. The central architectural composition of Maiori is the Cathedral of Santa Maria and the square located next to it. The cathedral was built in the 13th century, and its main “highlight” is considered to be the décor which has gorgeous majolica elements. Keep in mind, majolica, in turn, is a unique type of decor, actively used in design only in this part of Italy. You can see the most beautiful majolica dome of the cathedral by climbing several terraces up.
No less impressive cathedrals can also be seen in neighboring Amalfi town and Positano, so I would definitely recommend to spend a day or two for visiting other towns of the coast.
Places to go from Maiori
In addition to the cathedral, in Maiori and its surroundings you can also find other historical monuments, for example, the monastery of the Dominican Order, the romantic castle of San Nicolas, the abbey of Olearius and the church of Grace, built here during the Middle Ages.
For those who are not afraid of long-distance walking, you can go to the neighboring mountain village of San Vito, where the temple of Madonna is located. Along the way, you can see many interesting things, such as a grotto with stalagmites, a “fern” forest, chestnut and lemon groves, vineyards and much more. From the top, where the temple is located, beautiful views of the sea gulf open up.
Overall, I can say that Maiori is a hidden gem of the Amalfi Coast and it is definitely worth visiting and even staying here longer. There are different ways of how to get to Maiori, so travellers, for sure, can choose the best suitable one for them.
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Julia is an experienced traveller, BA in International Relations and Languages and true lover of planning trips in advance. Learn more about the author…
