Salerno & Cilento coast

Dreaming of the perfect retreat to Italy? Our luxury villas in Salerno & Cilento Coast offer scenic views of the infamous Amalfi Coast.

Salerno is a hidden gem along the Amalfi Coast, yet to be discovered by mass tourism. Offering the convenience of a big city yet keeping the charm of a small town. 

We offer a range of breathtaking villas & apartments in Salerno & Cilento to fulfill your holiday experience including the options of: villas with private pools, villas for couples, villas for groups, family-friendly villas & beachfront villas. Find your ideal villa below.

Salerno and Vietri sul Mare

Salerno sits at the eastern end of the Amalfi Coast, where the mountains open out into a wide bay. Its long, palm-lined seafront promenade is a favourite place for an evening walk, and the old town behind it has the cathedral of San Matteo, with its crypt holding the relics of St Matthew, and the Minerva Garden, a medieval garden of medicinal plants linked to the city's famous medical school. In winter the streets are lit by elaborate artistic light displays.

From the harbour, ferries run along the coast to Amalfi and Positano in summer, making it easy to visit the coast without driving. Just to the west, Vietri sul Mare is known for its brightly painted ceramics, sold in workshops all through the town.

Paestum and the Cilento

South of Salerno, the plain of the Sele river is the home of buffalo mozzarella, sold fresh from the farms. At Paestum, three Greek temples stand in open countryside close to the sea, among the best preserved anywhere, and the museum holds the painted Tomb of the Diver.

Beyond lies the Cilento, a large national park of mountains, olive groves and coastline, listed by UNESCO along with Paestum, the ancient site of Velia and the great Certosa di Padula monastery. The coast is far quieter than the Amalfi Coast, with sandy beaches and small fishing towns. Agropoli has a castle above its harbour, Santa Maria di Castellabate is a relaxed seaside village, and Acciaroli and Pioppi are linked with the study of the Mediterranean diet. Further south, Palinuro has sea caves to explore by boat, and Marina di Camerota has some of the clearest water on the coast.

Food, seasons and getting here

The Cilento is famous for its white figs, anchovies, fresh cheeses and olive oil, and the cooking is simple and seasonal. Local wines are mostly made from Aglianico and Fiano grapes.

High-speed trains reach Salerno from Rome and Naples, and Naples airport is roughly an hour's drive from the city. June and September offer warm seas without the August crowds.

The area suits families, beach lovers and anyone who wants a quieter alternative to the Amalfi Coast. Explore more of the Amalfi Coast, or browse the villas listed below to find your base.