The Amalfi Coast is filled with picturesque towns and resorts set against breathtaking scenery, on one of the most famous stretches of coastline in Europe. This stunning resort area stretches over 70 km along the Bay of Salerno, and encompasses the towns of Positano, Amalfi, Ravello, Minori, Maiori and Salerno itself. For decades these fishing villages, stacked precariously above the sea, have been one of Italy's major tourist attractions Beach lovers flock to the family-friendly resort of Maiori, home to a long sandy beach, and the beautiful islands of Capri and Ischia. Well-accustomed to catering for affluent foreign tourists, the area offers a generous selection of restaurants, bars, boutiques, boat trips, as well as lively waterfronts and stunning flora such as orange, lemon and olive groves, vineyards and colourful bougainvillea. Popular day trips include a boat trip to the island of Capri, the bustling city of Naples, and a tour around the ancient sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum.