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Sunset

Ravello Sunset at Villa Rufolo

Spend the late afternoon in the gardens, catch the golden hour from the terrace, and end with a nightcap.

Best time: 15 JulAbout 120 min

Timeline

  1. 19:01

    Cumpa Cosimo

    Grab a simple pasta dish or veal scaloppini at Cumpa Cosimo. This family-run spot has been serving locals since 1929 and offers a welcoming atmosphere before the crowds arrive.

  2. 19:46

    Villa Rufolo

    Walk to Villa Rufolo. Stroll through the Moorish-style estate and find a spot on the terraces. The Torre Maggiore offers a historic vantage point, but the main gardens provide the best unobstructed view of the coast.

  3. 20:31

    Villa Rufolo

    Watch the sun sink toward the WNW. The golden light fades into the blue hour, painting the Amalfi coast in deep tones.

  4. 21:16

    Ristorante Pizzeria Vittoria

    End the evening with a casual dinner or a glass of wine at Ristorante Pizzeria Vittoria. It is a short walk away and stays open late, perfect for digesting the view.

Local tip

Villa Rufolo is open until 20:00 in summer, so you have plenty of time to stay for sunset. If you are visiting in winter, the garden closes at 16:00, so check the schedule carefully.

Check before you go

  • Villa Rufolo summer hours are 09:00-20:00; winter hours are 09:00-16:00.
  • Cumpa Cosimo is closed from November to March.
  • Ristorante Pizzeria Vittoria has no listed closing time, but arrive early if you want a table.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Ravello (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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