Sant'Agnello

This gem of a town is steeped in history and from its promontory position overlooks the breathtaking gulf of Naples. It has managed to retain its ancient charm but still holds a raft of trendy contemporary bars and restaurants

Located between Sorrento and Piano di Sorrento, is another beauty on the Sorrento coast is Sant'Agnello a cliff top town for a relaxed feel compared to its neighbours

The Palazzo del Municipio is the town hall which stands in the middle of the piazza, surrounded by welcoming gardens. The town is full of quiet rustic restaurants and is within walking distance of Sorrento.

Beach - A lift takes you down to Marinella Beach - a popular patch of volcanic sand at the foot of Sant'Agnello's cliffs. There's a decent sized pier equipped with sunloungers, umbrellas and easy access to the water. This beach also offers a selection of watersports such as canoeing and pedal boats. A nice added feature for children is a water slide for them to dive into the ocean

How to get there - the fast train from Naples to Sorrento stops in Sant'Agnello so it is easy to get to. By car just take the main coastal road alond the Sorrento Peninsular.