The Holy Week processions in the Sorrento Peninsula are among the most evocative events of Holy Week in Campania. In Sorrento, Piano di Sorrento, Meta, Sant’Agn...
The Tuesday market in Sorrento is one of the most authentic events for those who want to discover daily life, local culture and the flavors of the Sorrento Peni...
The Feast of Sant'Antonino Abate is one of the most important religious and cultural celebrations in the city of Sorrento, deeply linked to history, faith and l...
Sorrento enjoys a mild and pleasant climate for most of the year, one of the characteristics that make it one of the most popular destinations in the Mediterran...
Christmas 2025 in Sorrento once again promises to be one of the most anticipated and evocative periods of the year on the coast. Between sparkling lights, music...
For my Pov Sorrento: Festa di San Michele, or the Feast of San Michele, is a festival in Piano di Sorrento’s Piazza Cota every year. The festival took place fro...
Pizza a Vico is one of the most loved food festivals on the Sorrento Coast, held every year in the main square of Vico Equense. From September 16 to 18, the tow...
In Sorrento’s seaside Marina Grande, the Chiesa di Sant’Anna stands tall and beautiful. Situated in the midst of restaurants, kayaks, and fisherman, this church...
Thick, cold stone hewn into a barrier. Lush, soft moss that thickets mortar. A clear, cloudless horizon. This is what I saw at Sorrento ancient walls, now recov...
Nestled in the cliffs of Sorrento, Bagni della Regina Giovanna (The Bath of Queen Giovanna) is a natural, clear oasis surrounded on all sides with ancient, ston...
Ciao! Mi chiamo Jade e sono una studentessa americana, and that's My POV Sorrento.
About me: POV in Sorrento
It is my first time outside of America and I...
Do you want to explore Piano di Sorrento but don't know what to see? How to visit it in a few hours? What is the best way to discover its beauties without missi...
Hidden Gems in and around the City Center
This article is a follow-up to a previous article where I shared some historical spots right in the heart of Sorre...
Leading up to Easter, Sorrento has solemn processions representing the Passion of Christ. I attended the three processions taking place in Sorrento on Holy Thur...
A slow and sustainable experience to discover coves, legends, and biodiversity
The Sorrento Peninsula is a treasure trove of natural and cultural wonders.Am...
Hidden Gems in the City Center
Sorrento is surrounded by fascinating pieces of history, particularly in archeological sites with ruins of Greek and Roman se...
A Short Walk from the Heart of Sorrento
This past Tuesday I went to a market that is held every week in a big parking lot on Via San Renato, Sorrento. This ...
Looking back
I’ve now been in Sorrento for 7 weeks! This time flew by, I can’t believe it’s already been almost 2 months.As I take time now to reflect on ho...
Origins of Carnevale
Carnevale (Carnival) takes place in the time before Lent begins. The name "Carnevale" comes from the Latin words, carnem levare which m...
Villa Fiorentino is currently hosting a free exhibition of photos taken by Antonino di Maio until March 2nd, 2025.Antonino di Maio saw the beauty in the everyda...
February 14th is the day of Sorrento’s patron saint, Sant’Antonino. Getting to see and experience all of the ways Sorrento comes together to honor and celebrate...
Ciao! My name is Justine Gilbert, and I am a college student from the United States.I am interning at About Sorrento while studying at Sant’Anna Institute for t...
A Journey of Hiking and Spirituality
As part of the 1400th-anniversary celebrations of Saint Antonino’s passing, 2025 marks the launch of a special project ...
Sorrento may be known for their warm summer sun and beautiful beaches, but Christmas time in the picturesque Italian town must not be missed.Sorrento has many N...
Defensive stone walls once surrounded Sorrento to protect the city from attacks during Ancient times. This was a key factor in Sorrento and Naples’ history as t...
Sorrento is nestled on the peninsula that divides the Bay of Naples from the Amalfi Coast and it has a perfect view of Mount Vesuvius. It is a Mediterranean par...
The Exhibit in Villa Fiorentino
Over sixty of Antonio Ligabue’s lively works are currently on display in Sorrento at Villa Fiorentino. His works on display...
How Travel Changed in the 18th and 19th Centuries
Tourism is by far the largest source of income for Sorrento and neighboring cities on the coast of Souther...
Witnessing History Firsthand
Growing up in the United States I remember learning about Pompeii in history class though it always seemed like such a distant ...
Piano and its Patron Saint
This past weekend I attended my second Italian festival on the Sorrento Peninsula, La Festa di San Michele. This annual celebrati...
Sorrento’s immense presence of tourism continues to grow, but it turns out that the gravitation towards the peninsula is not new. Sorrento has always been a des...
People have been writing about Sorrento since its beauty was discovered. One of the most famous writers in Italy is Sorrento’s own, Torquato Tasso.Tasso was a p...
Meta is often known as a smaller town to Sorrento with beautiful beaches, but I got to see a glimpse into the authentic culture of the locals in Meta and it tru...
There is an innate desire in human nature to reside near the sea. It is one of the top tourist destinations in almost every country with a coastline, but there ...
As the days become hotter, it becomes time for me to leave Sorrento.Visiting Italy has always been my greatest dream, but living in Sorrento has felt like more ...
Italy is an incredible place to visit with breathtaking views and delicious food. Few places in the world rival it as a destination. But where to stay in Italy ...
An Oasis in the City
Greenery is everywhere in the Sorrentine Peninsula. The trees that line the sidewalks and the gardens on balconies add to the peninsula...
An almost unknown Marian Worship
In the range of Sorrento traditions, along with the famous Holy Week Processions, a custom that is renewed on August 14 eac...
In Naples stands a terrifying, silent giant. This giant’s skin is rock and he towers over the buildings of Naples. The quiet giant sleeps and waits for his time...
The Hike
Beginning at Sant’Anna Institute, a group of students led by two local guides, Peppe and Camilla, headed out for the scenic route to Bagni della Re...
My First Impressions of Sorrento
Sorrento feels quaint in all the best ways. Aged architecture is weathered with an unexpected sense of familiarity, as whe...
Going On an Adventure
Salve! My name is Emalee Pennington, and I am from Arizona in the US. I am completing a five-week internship at About Sorrento with th...
Only have a few hours to spare in Sorrento but want to experience the best of this enchanting coastal city?No problem!With the City Adventure app, you can make ...
One of the captivating scenic attractions in Sorrento is the Vallone dei Mulini (Valley of the Mills), a site among the most photographed (and Instagrammable!) ...
Built between the 9th and 10th centuries, the Cathedral of Sorrento, originally dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, underwent a change in dedication...
The ancient fountain of "Schizzariello" on Via San Cesareo, characterized by a very faint water jet (hence the name "Schizzariello"), entirely made of marble, d...
During the Easter season, the Sorrento Peninsula offers a captivating and unique atmosphere thanks to a deeply rooted tradition.
This tradition enriches Palm S...
In a corner of Piazza Tasso, at the intersection of Corso Italia and Via Pietà, you can admire the statue dedicated to the Sorrentine poet of the same name.
To...
This imposing bastion, unchanged in its ancient splendor, provides a unique glimpse into Ancient Sorrento.Set within the context of reinforced walls, dating bac...
Piazza della Vittoria, stands out among Sorrento's most beautiful squares, thanks to its breathtaking panorama.
The square is located midway between Marina Gra...
A Love Letter to Sorrento
I can’t believe my semester here in Sorrento is coming to an end already.
Sometimes it feels like I just arrived yesterday, and o...
Ciao everyone!
This past week, I had the exciting experience of visiting the official headquarters of Massa Lubrense’s Archeoclub.
What is Archeoclub?
Archeocl...
The About Sorrento Photo Contest reaches its fifth edition, and this year, it has once again witnessed the participation of numerous amateur and professional ph...
Ciao everyone!
As it is nearing the end of my semester here in Sorrento, I wanted to share some of my favorite places around the charming town.
I had such a h...
Ciao everyone!
Last week I had the pleasure of visiting a unique and notable art gallery in Sorrento.
SyArt Gallery is unique to Sorrento because it is the on...
Exploring Sorrento's Festive Holidays
An exciting aspect of study abroad is learning and experiencing new holidays and the traditions of the place you are i...
A goal of mine while I am living here in Sorrento is to visit as many of the local museums and galleries as possible.
I was able to check another one off of ...
A Memorable Italian Experience!
Ciao everyone!
I had the best time at Piano di Sorrento’s San Michele Festival this past Thursday!
This was my first festival ...
Savoring Sorrento's Saporitissimo Street Food
Ciao readers!
Over this past week I’ve had the chance to learn more about what true Italian cuisine is like and t...
A Student's Journey in Sorrento
Ciao readers!
My name is Megan Kesner and I am a student from America studying at Sant’Anna Institute for the next three and a h...
Irresistible Cheese Pull and Rich Tomato Sauce
Gnocchi alla Sorrentina is a soft potato pasta tossed in a rich tomato sauce with the most delectable cheese pul...
There is nothing quite like wine from Italy and nothing better than drinking Italian wine in Sorrento!
I recently had the opportunity to join a wine and cheese...
Sorrento is renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and rich cultural heritage.
Among its many treasures, one art form stands out as an emblem of its artistic...
Unveiling Magnificent Views of Amalfi Coast and Mythical Charms"
Though I did not encounter Jupiter, Apollo, Juno, or Neptune, the Path of the Gods hike (Sentie...
Exploring the Vibrant Citrus Symphony of Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast
While walking through Sorrento’s many streets and alleys, it would be impossible for your...
The sun is setting. People stroll down Corso Italia. Countless conversations surround you.
Your drink collects condensation in the warmth of the evening. Meats...
Capri is known to be the kind of place you have to see to believe, and after visiting this past week, I completely agree.
The ocean water gleams with a gorgeou...
Walking Through the History of Pompeii
Each step I took over the weathered, yet sturdy cobblestones, I was reminded of the thousands of years of history th...
Easy Access to Coastal Towns and Islands
Sorrento is known as a great location to visit because it has easy access to many other coastal towns and nearby is...
Ciao tutti! Mi chiamo Audrey e sono una studentessa americana in Italia.
Hello, all! My name is Audrey, and I am an American student in Italy.
While in Sorren...
A place that has inspired great poets
At the highest point of Sant'Agata sui due Golfi , the largest hamlet of Massa Lubrense, right in the middle between the S...
The hamlet of Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi
Due to its special hillside location, the village of Sant'Agata sui Due Golfi - in the municipality of Massa Lubrens...
A small journey aimed at learning about the traditions and peculiarities that have made Sorrento and the Sorrento Peninsula a unique and fascinating land.
A path made of genuine traditions and flavors; of stories, of technical men that are priceless heritage but also a solid basis for building the future of a handkerchief of land that has so much to tell!...
Strolling among the hills of Sorrento, one rediscovers lifestyles that today seem anachronistic and thus risk falling into disuse but which, in reality, show the essentiality of rural life in the past, made up of simple things and genuine flavors....
This we tell you is the story of Sorrento cabinetmaker Enrico Salierno who, in the 1960s, moved to Los Angeles as an import/export entrepreneur.
Years earlier, ...
In Piano di Sorrento, at the end of Via Cavone, is the Basilica of the Holy Trinity, built in 1543 as one of the many estaurites of the Sorrento Peninsula.
The...
With the weather in Sorrento being so nice, this past week I went on a few outdoor adventures that are not to be missed.
From Monte Faito to the Ieranto Bay, t...
Three months later my arrival in Sorrento, in the Christmas holidays, I have now also been able to experience some of the many Easter traditions that are unique...
One of my favorite things to do is take pictures with my camera.The Sorrento coast - as well as many of the other places I have traveled - have so many beautifu...
In my time since coming to Sorrento I have had the opportunity to eat so much amazing food in the local area.
From antipasto to pastas to dessert, I hope to tr...
One of the things I have loved about living in Sorrento is how I can enjoy the town during the week, yet also have the opportunity to travel over the weekend.Th...
Una delle cose che apprezzo della vita a Sorrento è la possibilità di partecipare ad eventi e attività locali durante il mio soggiorno qui.
Questo mese ho avut...
È passato circa un mese da quando sono arrivata a Sorrento e non posso credere a quanto velocemente siano già trascorse le ultime settimane.Bilanciando l'esplor...
Walking down the pathway to Sorrento’s Marina Grande, the vibrant green and yellow cupola of the Chiesa di Sant’Anna stands out among the rooftops. Located in t...
Monte Faito, the most famous peak of the whole Sorrento coast, cannot be missed by nature lovers and trekking enthusiasts.
1400 meters in height, the mountain ...
Considered the most beautiful in Italy thanks to its singular panoramic position embracing the Gulf of Naples, the Church of SS. Annunziata represents a unique ...
At the centre of the small and very ancient village of Massaquano, in Vico Equense, an authentic pearl of the late Giotto period is hidden between the buildings...
The municipality of Sant’Agnello is divided into several districts, also called “rione” in Italian: the Cappuccini district, the Colli di Fontanelle district, t...
The Church of Saint Prisco and Saint Agnello – dedicated to the patron saint of the city - is located in the heart of the Angri district. It treasures a splendi...
In Sant’Agnello, above the beautiful "La Marinella" beach, overlooking the sea, it is possible to admire Villa Crawford, which was, in fact, owned by the Americ...
Villa Fondi De Sagro, commonly called Villa Fondi, is an actual national museum in the heart of Piano di Sorrento, from which it is possible to admire part of t...
The Basilica of San Michele represents a focal point around which, over the centuries, the ancient farmhouse of Carotto developed.
It certainly is one of the mo...
The ancient seaside village of Marina di Cassano is certainly a highlight of Piano di Sorrento.
"Hidden" by the high tuff walls overlooking the sea and surround...
The folk tradition sees Meta divided into two distinct parts: Meta "above"; and Meta "below"; the first includes Alberi and the internal area of the town; the...
Meta di Sorrento is the only town in the area with a large beach equipped with several establishments and many comforts. In the final part of the jetty, there i...
It is not an easy way to get to the Basilica of Santa Maria del Lauro, just outside the historic centre . Several curves characterized the S.S145 state road th...
Even if in the rest of the world, the 14th of February is Valentine’s Day, in Sorrento, there is another kind of celebration. On the 14th, Sorrento celebrates S...
All around the monumental complex, that includes the Cloister and the Church of San Francesco d'Assisi, lies the beautiful park of the Villa Comunale (the main ...
Walking downtown, you will come across the beautiful Cloister of San Francesco d'Assisi, one of the oldest monuments of Sorrento. Located near the homonymous ch...
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