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Spiaggia Grande, Positano

The pastel amphitheatre — Positano's front-row beach

The postcard-perfect main beach of Positano, framed by the pastel-stacked village and Santa Maria Assunta's majolica dome. Buzzing chiringuitos, water-taxis to Praiano and sunset spritz.

Type
Town beach
Length
300 m
Sand
Grey-black volcanic pebble
Water
Tyrrhenian · 22–26 °C · deep, clear
Spiaggia Grande, PositanoNo verified photo yet
GPS · 40.6280° N, 14.4841° E
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Where to park

Where to leave the car

Paid car parks in the upper town — walk down 300 steps.

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When to arrive

Best time to visit

Golden hour for the light on the village.

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How you get there

Getting there

SITA bus from Sorrento or ferry from Amalfi & Capri.

What you'll find

Services

  • Sunbeds & parasols
  • Lifeguards
  • Beach clubs (Chez Black, La Cambusa)
  • Boat rentals
  • Restaurants along the shore

Local tips

What we wish we'd been told

  • 01Reserve a sunbed at L'Incanto or Pupetto in high season
  • 02Ferry from Positano to Capri leaves at 09:15

Around this beach

Towns within 15 km of Spiaggia Grande, Positano

Nearest villages on Italy — sorted by distance. Ideal bases for staying close to the beach.

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What is Spiaggia Grande, Positano beach like?

The pastel amphitheatre — Positano's front-row beach. The postcard-perfect main beach of Positano, framed by the pastel-stacked village and Santa Maria Assunta's majolica dome. Buzzing chiringuitos, water-taxis to Praiano and sunset spritz. It's a town beach in Positano, Italy: 300 m long, grey-black volcanic pebble, with water described as tyrrhenian · 22–26 °c · deep, clear.

Where do I park at Spiaggia Grande, Positano?

Paid car parks in the upper town — walk down 300 steps.

What's the best time to visit Spiaggia Grande, Positano?

Golden hour for the light on the village.

How do I get to Spiaggia Grande, Positano?

SITA bus from Sorrento or ferry from Amalfi & Capri.

What facilities does Spiaggia Grande, Positano have?

On site: Sunbeds & parasols, Lifeguards, Beach clubs (Chez Black, La Cambusa), Boat rentals and Restaurants along the shore.

What should I know before visiting Spiaggia Grande, Positano?

Reserve a sunbed at L'Incanto or Pupetto in high season Ferry from Positano to Capri leaves at 09:15

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Last reviewed · 30 July 2026

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Checked · 30 July 2026