Anacapri in 1 Day for Couples - Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra) visit by small wooden boat
In Collaboration with Bella Vie. Updated on February 23, 2026.
Meet your guide and start your day in Capri! The first experience will be the Blue Grotto: the shining blue color will amaze you. Than you will have time to visit the cities of Anacapri, that is the historcal center, and Capri, the most exclusive part. In Anacapri, you can take the chairlift and fly at the top of Mount Solaro, the highest peak of the island, or visit the church of San Michele and
This itinerary was created in collaboration with Bella Vie, inspired by the tour Capri & Blue Grotto: Full-Day Tour with Guided Island Exploration. Please check the tour information during your booking process.
Highlights
- Blue Grotto (Grotta Azzurra) visit by small wooden boat
- Historic centre of Anacapri
- Optional: Villa San Michele (Axel Munthe) visit
- Optional: Monte Solaro chairlift panoramic terrace
- Capri town: La Piazzetta, Via Camerelle shopping and Gardens of Augustus (Giardini di Augusto) with Via Krupp viewpoint
Itinerary
Day 1
Meet your guide at Bar Il Gabbiano in Marina Grande.
Meeting point — Bar Il Gabbiano (Marina Grande)
At the entrance of the Bar Gabbiano you will meet your Guide
Tips from local experts:
- Locate Bar Il Gabbiano at 76 Via Cristoforo Colombo (Marina Grande) and wait at the bar entrance so the guide can find you promptly.
- Use the public restrooms at Marina Grande pier before boarding; facilities are closest to the meeting point.
- Wear comfortable, non-slip shoes for boarding boats and bring a light layer for the morning sea breeze.
Day 1
Visit the Blue Grotto; entrance is by small wooden boat (weather permitting).
Blue Grotto approach and entry
You will get at the entrance of the Blue Grotto and to enter you till take a small wooden boat.
Tips from local experts:
- Blue Grotto access is weather- and sea-dependent; follow the guide's instructions — the small wooden rowboat for the grotto requires bending/lying back to enter.
- Secure hats and loose items in a waterproof pouch before boarding the small boat; cameras should be protected from spray.
- If the Blue Grotto is closed for safety, the included alternative is a shared boat circumnavigation of the island — keep the guide's timeline for the next meeting point.
Day 1
Free time to explore the historic centre of Anacapri.
Anacapri historic centre — self-guided exploration
Anacapri is the most authentic part of the island and the historical center. You will have time to explore it.
Tips from local experts:
- Anacapri's centre is compact with cobbled streets and short staircases — keep walking comfortable footwear and plan short walking loops.
- Piazza Vittoria and the area around the parish church (San Michele) have cafés and public restrooms for quick breaks.
- Carry a small bottle of water and sunscreen; shaded benches are limited in the historic streets during high season.
Day 1
Optional visit to the Villa of Axel Munthe (Villa San Michele) during free time in Anacapri.
Villa San Michele (Axel Munthe) — optional visit
During your free time in Anacapri, you can choose to visit the histocal Villa of Axel Munthe.
Tips from local experts:
- Villa San Michele (Viale Axel Munthe 34) has uneven paths and steps — allow 20–30 minutes for a short visit and check opening hours locally; entrance fee is not included.
- The villa's gardens offer panoramic views toward the sea — photography is permitted in outdoor areas.
- If you opt out, remain in Anacapri centre and reconvene with the guide at the scheduled time.
Day 1
Optional chairlift to the top of Mount Solaro for panoramic views.
Monte Solaro chairlift (optional)
If you want to reach the top of the Mount Solaro you can take the chair lift and see the amazing view from its panoramic terrace.
Tips from local experts:
- The Monte Solaro chairlift (Seggiovia Monte Solaro) runs from central Anacapri to the summit; tickets are purchased on site and are not included.
- Service can be suspended in high winds — allow about 20–30 minutes for the round-trip visit including time at the summit terrace.
- The summit has exposed viewpoints and some steps; dress in layers as it can be windier at the top.
Day 1
Explore Capri town: La Piazzetta, boutiques and narrow streets; free time for strolling and lunch.
Capri town — La Piazzetta and narrow streets
This is the most iconic part of the island, with its tiny streets, famous jewelleries and boutiques of the best brands of the world.
Tips from local experts:
- Use Piazza Umberto I (La Piazzetta) as the central meeting reference — it's the easiest place for the group to reconvene.
- Boutiques and cafés are clustered along the narrow streets; agree a specific rejoin time with your guide if you split up for shopping or coffee.
- Carry a small day bag; many streets are pedestrian-only with steps and limited seating for rests.
Day 1
Visit the Gardens of Augustus for views of Via Krupp and the Faraglioni stacks.
Giardini di Augusto (Gardens of Augustus) & Via Krupp viewpoint
The botanical garden overlooking the bay of Marina Piccola and the famous zigzag road colled Via Krupp.
Tips from local experts:
- Giardini di Augusto is terraced with viewpoints that overlook Via Krupp and the Faraglioni rocks — stand on the main terrace for the clearest view.
- The walkway down to Via Krupp is frequently closed for safety; plan to admire it from the gardens' terraces.
- Limited shade is available in the gardens — bring sunscreen and water for comfort during visits.
Day 1
Free time to window-shop along Via Camerelle and the island's principal shopping streets.
Via Camerelle — shopping and window-shopping
The street where there are all the shops of the most exclusive boutiques and shops.
Tips from local experts:
- Via Camerelle is short and pedestrianised — browse boutiques with attention to opening hours and set a clear meet-up time with the guide.
- Most shops accept card payments; if you plan to browse multiple stores, keep purchases together to make reconvening easier.
- If carrying several shopping bags, allow extra time to return to Marina Grande; the group typically reconvenes at a set time to head back.
Day 1
Return to the meeting point in Marina Grande and tour conclusion.
Tour end — return to Marina Grande
The tour will end in the afternoon at the same plae
Tips from local experts:
- Return to the Bar Il Gabbiano entrance at Marina Grande for the tour conclusion and to ensure time for onward ferry or transfer plans.
- Marina Grande has ticket booths and boat operators for onward travel — allow time for boarding ferries after the tour ends.
- Keep personal belongings with you and confirm any onward transport arrangements before leaving the meeting point.
Itinerary Attributes
| Days | 1 |
| Highlights | 5 |
| Season | - |
| Month | - |
| Persona | Couples |
| Transfers | 1 |
| Restaurants | - |
| Total Activities | 8 |
| Total Places | 8 |
| Activities Types | Experience, Attraction, Neighborhood, Shopping, Transfer |
