Capri is an island in the Campania region of southern Italy, located in the Tyrrhenian Sea off the Amalfi Coast. Known for its dramatic limestone cliffs, the famous Blue Grotto sea cave, and luxury villas, the island attracts visitors who explore scenic coastal paths, boat around hidden coves, and visit the ruins of Roman Emperor Tiberius' Villa Jovis.
Capri is a small island located in the Tyrrhenian Sea at the southern entrance to the Bay of Naples, in the Campania region of southern Italy. Administered as part of the Metropolitan City of Naples, it sits approximately 5 kilometers south of the Sorrentine Peninsula and covers an area of roughly 10.4 square kilometers. The island has been a destination of cultural and historical significance since antiquity, serving as an imperial retreat during the Roman period and later attracting writers, artists, and travelers throughout the 19th and 20th centuries. Content is compiled from established geographical sources, regional tourism data, and destination knowledge current as of 2025.
Island Destination, Mediterranean Europe, Campania Italy, Gulf of Naples, Cultural Heritage, Coastal Travel
