Cetara
Cetara: the town of the famous colatura di alici, a special Italian fish sause made from anchovies.
Cetara, among the towns of the Amalfi Coast, is certainly still the most authentic fishing village that closely preserves its connection with the sea.
Must-see attractions in Cetara and surroundings
Where to stay in Cetara
Given the small geographical extension of the town, to be able to choose where to stay in Cetara you only need to consider the budget factor, in fact you should know that most of the accommodations are within easy walking distance and located very close to the main means of transportation. Obviously, the offer of hotels, B&Bs and holiday homes is quite numerous.
Here, then, is the best area to stay in Cetara:
Town center: convenient area for walking to Cetara's main beach, numerous stores selling local products, restaurants, and for those arriving in Cetara by ferry or bus.
How to get to Cetara
Cetara is a 50-minute drive from Naples, 20 minutes from Salerno, 80 minutes from Sorrento, and 30 minutes from Amalfi.
For those coming from Salerno, it is possible to first get to Vietri sul Mare and from there take the SS163 Amalfitana.
For those coming from Naples on the A3, exit the highway at Vietri sul Mare and from there take the SS163 Amalfitana.
It is not recommended to rent a car only to get to Cetara, because you will find that most of the time you will not need it and it will remain parked. If, on the other hand, you plan to use it for various excursions, then choosing a car makes sense.
Why you should visit Cetara
The atmosphere of an ancient fishing village, the unique architecture, the mild climate almost all year round and the characteristic craft stores make Cetara a perfect tourist destination chosen by hundreds of tourists from both Italy and abroad.
Among the things to see in Cetara are: the Torretta Vicereale, erected in the 14th century for defensive purposes against Saracen raids; the Church of St. Peter the Apostle, dating back to the 9th century, in Baroque style, and with a dome covered in majolica tiles typical of the Amalfi Coast; the Church of St. Francis, dating back to the 1300s and housing enchanting frescoes by Marco Benincasa, and among them we find the image of Suor Orsola Benincasa, a Cetarese woman who lived between the 1500s and 1600s.
Among other things to see in Cetara, you cannot miss its small marina, a small beach enclosed between the Saracen tower and the small harbor, and the famous "Lannio" beach also known as the "Torretta" beach, the latter of which owes its name to an ancient legend about the slaughter of some local monks at the hands of some Saracen invaders.
Cetara recently became the preferred destination for lovers of good food, in fact here you can taste many traditional local products, starting with Colatura di Alici, fresh tuna and fried cuoppo.
Cetara and surroundings
