“Positano bites deep. It is a dream place that isn’t quite real when you are there and becomes beckoningly real after you have gone”
As some of you already know, I’ve been coming back to Positano every single year. When I came here for the first time 6 years ago, I fallen in love at first sight. It’s such a magical destination. I love absolutely everything about it- the vibe, the stylish restaurants, luxurious boutiques, beautiful cafes, incredible sunsets, the most delicious food, the outstanding service. Positano is very special. It’s definitely not a budget destination but to me- worth every penny. It’s the life experience you’d never ever forget and I am sure- you’d want to come back over and over again. I have decided to put all my favourite places together for you to make your visit easier when coming to Positano for the first time.
1.Stay at Buca di Bacco Hotel
It’s my new discovery and I must recommend you this place as it’s so gorgeous. The decor is sooo beautiful. I fallen in love straight away when walked in to the reception. Buca di Bacco has the cutest balconies and the most magical terrace- to me, the most beautiful view over Positano. If you’re not planning to stay there and still would love to experience this place, they also have a restaurant open to public.
2. Shop at Theodora Positano
Shopping in Positano is just something else. I absolutely love all the gorgeous boutiques, I could be strolling for hours. My favourite spot where I stop every single year is Theodora Positano. If you’re looking for a quality, handmade and unique pieces this is the place for you. I am especially obsessed with all their stunning white dresses! I call them “ Positano dress” haha. You definitely need one! To me- best souvenir from Positano together with their famous handmade sandals.
3. Admire the views from Le Sirenuse terrace
As much as I would love to stay there ( hopefully one day) this hotel is crazy pricey. However it didn’t stop me from visiting. Le Sirenuse has a beautiful restaurant open to non hotel guests. It is also pricey but the service, the decor and the views are incredible. Alternatively you can walk in, admire the views from their terrace and take a quick snap however do ask them if that’s ok first. I have been there many times and it’s getting more and more strict due to people walking in with cameras without asking for permission. This year I kindly asked if I can take photo on their terrace and the manager said it’s ok as I have asked. So do keep that in mind when visiting.
4. Aperitivo at II San Pietro or Ville Tre Ville
My absolutely two favourite places in Positano for aperitivo. I honestly can’t decide which place I like more as they are both super special and I recommend you visiting both. These places are so luxurious and peaceful compare to busy restaurants and bars at Positano’s center ( note that this year I’ve visited during high season- July). I’ve never make a reservation but asked at the reception if it’s ok to come in for a drink. There was a minimum spent in Ville Tre Ville– it’s way more pricey than II San Pietro. In Ville Tre Ville for 4 Aperol Spritz we’ve paid €200. Also it’s harder to get there as many times they are fully booked for weddings. II San Pietro hotel seemed more relaxing and more affordable to me- the cocktails cost between €18-€25
Terrace at San Pietro Hotel Positano
5. Soak up the sun at Spiagga Grande
The Instagram famous Spagga Grande- famous for it’s colourful sunbeds and umbrellas is the main beach in Positano accessible by walk from Positano’s center. The sun-bed cost €22.75 per person per day. Please note the prices may change due to the seasons.
6. Dine at the beach at Chez Black Restaurant
I absolutely love this restaurant. It’s located downstairs on the beach. Firstly it got me because of the stunning location, decor and the plates- if you go, you’ll understand what I mean haha. But when we’ve ordered the food we’ve realised is not JUST that. The food is absolutely delicious! I highly recommend it if you’re a seafood lover as myself. I absolutely loved the octopus salad ( Insalata di Polpo) and seafood risotto ( Risotto con Frutti di Mare). I went there for lunch but I am sure it must be magical at night too!
7. Try the famous lemon sorbet at Collina Bakery
It’s such a shame to admit, but I have been in Positano probably 8 times and never tried the famous lemon sorbet served in a real lemon until this year, haha. Well now I came to Positano prepared and I’ve headed straight to Collina Bakery where you can get it take away at €5. It’s soo refreshing and delicious on a hot summer day! I highly recommend you to try it!
8. Try the best panini at Vini & Panini
I have discovered Vini & Panini probably 3 years ago and I am always going back since then. They do the best panini- huge, fresh and delicious at just €6! (This is the cheapest for Positano I think) My favourite panino is with Provola- smoked mozzarella & mortadella. They only do takeaways- there’s no place to sit down but I normally get a panini, sit on the stairs and smile to people passing haha. Such an Italian thing to do!
9. Sunset cruise with Bluestar Positano
I have done it last year and to me it’s the most magical and romantic thing to do in Positano. I highly recommend it for couples! The sunset views in Positano are absolutely gorgeous. It’s such an unforgettable experience worth every penny. Head to their website for information and bookings.
10. Sunset cocktails at Franco’s bar
Franco’s bar is located right next to Le Sirenuse Hotel. It’s personally my favourite bar in Positano for a sunset watch. It’s so stylish, beautiful and also quite affordable. The views from this bar are absolutely insane! I never make reservations but trying to be there before they open the bar to find the best spot to sit.
Is Positano on your bucket list?
Of course I fall in love with this place straight away! Then we’ve headed to see the pink lake first. Was it pink? HELL YES. And it had a magical purple reflection from the blue sky! I had a tears in my eyes already. But I didn’t know what I am going to see half an hour later. After we’ve seen the town and the pink lake we continued driving along the coast. It was so wild, empty and beautiful. We’ve literally passed one car on our way- that’s it. We’ve had a pink lake on one side of the road and the baby blue ocean and white sandy beach on another. It was just incredible. And then suddenly – I have spotted a flamingo. I cried. Got off the car and cried. I start running towards him without even realising I was running on the mud rather than a sand so I went into the mud and lost my shoes haha. But I didn’t care. I was speechless. Seeing a flamingo in its natural environment was my biggest dream. I was so emotional and said „thank you” to my boyfriend milion times who drove me all the way there despite still feeling ill. I wish to say that was it, but it wasn’t. I got back to the car and few minutes later my boyfriend pointed something out of the car’s window. I couldn’t deal. I was screaming, shouting and crying. It was a flamingo float. I have seen hundreds of flamingos. I just couldnt deal! Those of you who follow me on Instagram probably remember the Instagram story of me screaming and crying haha. Ok that was the most beautiful day of my life. I felt like I walked into a National Geograpic movie set! Seeing flamingos and enjoying the little flamingo town was my favourite experiences in Mexico. Some people written on their blogs there’s nothing to do in Las Coloradas, but in my opinion it depends what you’re looking for. As a busy Londonder what I truly need and look for is the contact with nature, pureness, wildness, authentic experiences and this place had it all. Two little local restaurants, tiny grocery store with the sweetest Mexican grandma, the most beautiful local beach- it was only us and local fisherman! I mean what else do you need? To me it was all I could ask for and the most beautiful day of my trip! As I lost my shoes there I truly believe I will be back one day!
