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JorgyInHouston Sep 7th, 2006 11:29 AM

Naples and Amalfi Coast in November
 
We're contemplating a trip to Naples and the Amalfi Coast the end of October/ early November. Will these places be completely shut off or will there still be things to do and places to see? Also, is it possible to plan this trip without renting a car?Fodor's 5-day itinerary (Naples - Pompeii - Sorrento - Positano - Capri) sounded good so we may follow that roughly. Any thoughts or suggestions?

Weadles Sep 7th, 2006 11:38 AM

The weather can be really iffy then and ferries/hydrofoils as well as some restaurants/shops will be on reduced winter-hours schedule. Is there any other time you could go instead?

JorgyInHouston Sep 7th, 2006 07:11 PM

We might be able to go next spring, instead. We were trying to decide what to do for our 15th anniversary this coming October. We loved Italy but had only been to Roma and would love to experience the other cities as well. It seems that southern parts of Italy don't get as chilly which was why we thought of Napoli and the AC. But will it be worth the trip?

Steve_James Sep 8th, 2006 01:16 AM

Hi Jorgy - The Amalfi Coast is always worth the trip.

I was in Positano once in early November and it was warm enough for a swim. Go fo it :)

You can tour the area quite easily by public transport - no need for a car.

Steve



AnnMarie_C Sep 8th, 2006 03:25 AM

We're going to Rome and Naples in December. The major sites we want to see in Naples, including Pompeii, will be open. As long as it's not hot weather is not a concern. Enjoy planning your trip!

caroline_edinburgh Sep 8th, 2006 03:36 AM

How long a trip are you planning ? I wouldn't think the Amalfi Coast worth it at that time of year (I've been several times but always in summer), but there is lots to do just in and near Naples. We recently spent a week in Naples & there was so much to do, we still didn't manage to get to Pompei, Herculaneum, Paestum or the Phlegrean Fields, all of which you could do as day trips from Naples. We loved Naples & hope to go back.

JorgyInHouston Sep 10th, 2006 04:39 PM

Thank you all very much for your input. We're planning on a
1-week trip. Look forward to it!

Gerardo Sep 11th, 2006 09:03 AM

<font color="BLUE">Everyhing is open with the exception of the beach facilities and a few seasonal hotels and restaurants and if you are lucky the weather can be good but prepare for the odd shower of rain</font>

JorgyInHouston Sep 11th, 2006 01:50 PM

Gerardo,

Is rain the exception or the rule at that time of year?


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