We're leaving Friday, 10/3, for the Amalfi Coast. Staying at Cesar Augustus in Capri and Palazzo Murat in Positano. Any must-sees (restaurants, gardens, walks, etc) for a New York City couple in their mid-20's looking for a relaxing, romantic trip?

1 day in Capri was more than enough for us , but if you are serious about relaxing.....

The highlight of our stay in Capri this July was the private three-hour boat tour we took along the coast with a stop at Grotta Azzurra ( Blue Grotto). We swam off the side of the boat and were able to get into the Blue Grotto without much of a wait. I'd advise paying the boatman a few extra bucks so that you can swim in the Grotto. Others will say it's not worth the experience, too touristy, but I don't know where else you could swim in water that makes your body turn an irridescent blue!

As far as food on Capri, I hate to say it, but we were mostly unimpressed. Everything seemed expensive and overrated, even dinner at Villa Brunella, although the view out the dining room window almost made up for it. Really the best meal we had was at a nondescript pizzeria in Marina Grande called, LO ZODIACO. Our dinner ( homemade lasagne, spaghetti with fresh pesto sauce) was served in gleaming copper pans topped with fresh basil. And the pizza was out of this world!

In Positano and environs, I'd highly recommend having your hotel call IL RITROVO or DONNA ROSA, both of which are in Montepertuso. Montepertuso is a small mountain village which is only about fifteen minutes by car from Positano. If you check previous posts, you will see that other posters have also recommended several restaurants there. Some of the restaurants provide car service to and from your hotel. Just have your hotel check ahead.

In Positano, I always recommend lunch at the Hotel Poseidon. The food and the view from the terrace are unforgettable.

Have a wonderful time!

I read your subject line -- "4 days in Capri, 3 days in Positano" -- and was instantly overcome with a wave of envy. Lucky you! On another thread, I recommended taking a walk down Via Krupp from Capri town to Marina Piccola. It's a beautiful hike with breathtaking views. (Just hop around the gate if it's closed, that's what the locals do, at least when we were there.) We also enjoyed whiling away an afternoon at the Faro beach resort, in the far corner of the island by the lighthouse. If we'd had more time, we would have rented a boat to cruise around the island, so you might consider that. Have fun!

Don't even think about catching a boat to go and see the blue grotto. All you need to do is catch a bus down to the grotto, and swim in. You are only able to do this after 6 in the evening, when all the day visitors and boats are gone. You don't have to pay, and the experience is awesome. You must go down to Marina Piccolo, hire kayaks and paddle to the Faraglioni. Snorkel around the rocks. There is a walk that goes from Capri to the Arco Naturale, and then around the back of the island with really cool views of Faraglioni. You must also take the chairlift up to the top of Mount Solerno. As far as restuarants go, Il Cucciole is fantastic. You have a view out over the sea, and you can see Naples, Pompei and Sorrento in the distance. The seafood is fantastic. We stayed in Anacapri, which is higher on the island, less touristy. Mama Giovanni's is a good family restuarant. Look at Capri.net for other ideas. I'm really envious. We got back a month ago after spending a couple of days on Capri. It was unforgettable.

All good advice!

Also, be sure to drive up to Rafello, etc.-it's gorgeous.

Our best dinners were going to the deli in Positano and getting all types of local foods, cheese, and wine and having dinner on our patio overlooking Positano and all the stars at night!