Marina Piccola Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Marina Piccola featuring a pebble beach and a luxury hotel or resort
Marina Piccola
Marina Piccola
Marina Piccola featuring general coastal views
Marina Piccola featuring caves, rocky coastline and tropical scenes

This beautiful bay sits at the base of Capri’s tallest peak and has impressive sea views and some of the island’s best beaches.

Enjoy a lazy day of tanning and swimming at Marina Piccola, one of Capri’s most popular spots. This small, picturesque bay on the south side of the island is directly opposite the Faraglioni Rocks, which are three large limestone stacks that rise out of the sea within a few feet of the shoreline.

Sunbathe on the bay’s rocky outcrop called Siren’s Rock. According to Greek mythology this is the place where the mermaid-like creatures attempted to seduce Ulysses with their music. Take the steps leading down from the rocks to the sea and swim in the clear water.

Marina Piccola is one of the sunniest spots on the island and is flanked by a steep rock wall that shelters it from the wind. Consequently, the water here is warm for most of the year, even in winter.

Stretch out on the two free public beaches either side of the rock. There are also bathing establishments where you can buy refreshments and rent deck chairs and sun loungers.

During summer take a boat ride from the small landing wharf over to the Faraglioni Rocks. Make sure you bring a camera with you for close-up shots of the huge rock formations. Ask your driver to take you through the arched cavity of the middle stack.

On your return to the bay savour some refreshments at one of the waterside bars or restaurants.

Marina Piccola is loved for its views, clear water and mythological significance. In the peak tourist season the crowds arrive early in the day. Get there by mid-morning at the latest to secure a decent space on the beaches or rocky platform.

The bay is a short walk from the centre of the island along Via Krupp. The road starts beneath the flower-decked terraces of the Gardens of Augustus. If you don’t want to walk, you can catch a bus that stops in the plaza close to the Church of Sant'Andrea. From there, take the short flight of steps that leads to the beach.


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Our pick of the best Marina Piccola Hotel Deals

Hotel della Piccola Marina

Hotel della Piccola Marina

4 out of 5
Via Mulo 14 -16, Capri, NA
The price is AU$420 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$420
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Capri. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (723 reviews)
"This hotel was in a perfect location for walking around town as well both clean and friendly"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Hotel della Piccola Marina
Majestic Palace Hotel

Majestic Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Corso Marion Crawford 40, Sant'Agnello, NA
The price is AU$344 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$344
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sant'Agnello. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (424 reviews)
"Beautiful property and room. So lovely with lots of options for dining and relaxing. Amazing views from room and rooftop bar. Definitely would return."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Majestic Palace Hotel
Grand Hotel Cesare Augusto

Grand Hotel Cesare Augusto

4 out of 5
Via degli Aranci, 108, Sorrento, NA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Sorrento. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (615 reviews)
"Great hotel, perfect spot to get to downtown easy and safely."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Grand Hotel Cesare Augusto
Hotel Capri

Hotel Capri

4 out of 5
Corso Italia, 212, Sorrento, NA
The price is AU$294 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$294
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Sorrento. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (240 reviews)
"We enjoyed are stay last week at this very nice hotel. Staff was fantastic from the porters, front desk and houskeeping. The view from the balcony was beautiful and the breakast buffet was very impressive, omlets, large selection of pastries, juices and fruit."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Hotel Capri
Hotel Royal Positano

Hotel Royal Positano

4 out of 5
Via Pasitea, 344, Positano, SA
The price is AU$270 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$270
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Positano. Enjoy an outdoor pool, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (822 reviews)
"Joseph was hands down the most helpful person I have ever encountered. Incredibly nice, great recommendations, and helped tremendously with my proposal."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Hotel Royal Positano
Hotel Margherita

Hotel Margherita

4 out of 5
Via Umberto I, 70, Praiano, SA
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Praiano. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (879 reviews)
"Staff was so helpful, breakfast was great, views amazing. And the shuttle service was much appreciated! Would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Hotel Margherita
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Marina Piccola

Marina Grande showing a coastal town, boating and general coastal views

Marina Grande

Travellers come to Marina Grande for its waterfront views, and you can see top attractions like Marina Grande and Marina Grande Beach while you're in town.

Marina Grande
Capri featuring rocky coastline, general coastal views and a coastal town

Capri Town

If you're spending some time in Capri Town, Piazza Umberto I and Gardens of Augustus are top sights worth seeing.

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Matermania

While visiting Matermania, you might make a stop by sights like Arco Naturale and Grotta di Matromania.

Matermania
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Tiberio

If you're spending some time in Tiberio, Capridream and Villa of Tiberius are top sights worth seeing.

Tiberio


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