What to Do in Capri in One Day: Itinerary, Ferries and Tips
In short: In one day on Capri you can see the Piazzetta, the Gardens of Augustus with the view of the Faraglioni, the walk to the Arco Naturale and Anacapri with Villa San Michele and Monte Solaro, or swap the walks for a boat trip around the island. Take an early ferry from Naples (about 50 minutes by hydrofoil) or Sorrento (about 25 minutes) and a late one back. For a stress-free day, our private 6-hour walking tour with an English-speaking guide costs €450.
Last updated: October 2026
Capri is small, about 6 km from end to end, but it is steep, and in summer the island fills up by mid-morning. One day is enough to fall in love with it, as long as you plan the ferries and pick your priorities. This is the day we suggest to our guests.
Capri in one day: the itinerary
- 08:00–09:00Ferry to Marina GrandeTake one of the first boats from Naples or Sorrento, before the day-trip crowds.
- 09:30Funicular to Capri townFive minutes up to the Piazzetta, the island’s little open-air living room.
- 10:00Gardens of AugustusTerraced gardens with the classic view of the Faraglioni and the hairpins of Via Krupp below.
- 11:00Walk to the Arco NaturaleA quiet lane through gardens and villas to a natural rock arch above the sea.
- 13:00LunchIn Capri town, or by the sea at Marina Piccola.
- 14:30AnacapriBy bus or taxi: Villa San Michele, and the chairlift to Monte Solaro, the highest point of the island.
- 17:00Back to Marina GrandeTime for a last coffee before the return ferry.
Times are indicative and depend on your ferry. Via Krupp, the famous hairpin path, is often closed for safety: enjoy it from the gardens.
Boat day or walking day?
Getting to Capri
From Naples, fast ferries leave from the port in the city centre and take about 50 minutes; slower ferries about 80. Arriving by plane? Our private transfer from Naples airport to the Capri ferry port costs €70 per vehicle (€120 in a Sprinter): the driver meets you at arrivals and leaves you at the ticket offices.
From Sorrento, ferries run all year in about 25 minutes. From Positano and Amalfi, ferries run in season, roughly April to October. Staying on the coast? A transfer to Sorrento or Positano puts you a short boat ride from the island. See also things to do in Positano.
The easy way: Capri with your own guide
Our Capri private day tour is a 6-hour walking tour with an English-speaking guide who meets you at Marina Grande and brings you back for your return ferry: the Piazzetta, the Gardens of Augustus, the Faraglioni and the Arco Naturale, at your pace and away from the crowds. It costs €450; ferries, boats and entrance tickets are not included.
The Capri tour is not on the online booking form: write to us by email with your date, number of guests and ferry time, and we confirm availability.
Plan your Capri day
Private guide on the island, private driver to the ferry.
- Capri private day tour: 6 hours with your guide, €450, booked by email
- Naples airport to the Capri ferry port: €70 per vehicle
- All our tours: Amalfi Coast, Pompeii, Naples
Capri in one day: frequently asked questions
Is one day enough for Capri?
Yes, for the highlights: the Piazzetta, the Gardens of Augustus, the Faraglioni viewpoints and Anacapri, or a boat trip around the island. Take an early ferry and a late one back, and choose between a boat day and a walking day rather than trying to do everything.
How do I get to Capri from Naples?
By fast ferry (hydrofoil) from the Naples port, in about 50 minutes, or by slower ferry in about 80 minutes. From Naples airport, a private transfer to the ferry port with Positano Limo Service costs €70 per vehicle (€120 in a Sprinter).
Can I visit Capri from Positano, Sorrento or Amalfi?
Yes. Sorrento has frequent ferries, about 25 minutes. From Positano and Amalfi ferries run in season, roughly April to October, and private boats are available all summer.
Is the Blue Grotto always open?
No. Visits are by small rowing boat and stop when the sea is rough or the tide is high, sometimes for days. Treat it as a bonus and check on the morning of your visit.
Is there a private tour of Capri?
Yes. Our Capri private day tour is a 6-hour walking tour with an English-speaking guide for €450. Ferries, boats and entrance tickets are not included. It is booked by email, not through the online booking form.
Should I bring luggage to Capri?
Only if you are staying overnight. On a day trip travel light: the island is explored on foot, on narrow lanes and steps, and porters at the port handle luggage for hotel guests.