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What to do in Massa Lubrense when it rains

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The area of ​​Massa Lubrense is renowned above all for its enchanting landscapes and outdoor activities. But what to do in Massa Lubrense when it rains? Rain won’t stop your discovery of this beautiful destination! Even on rainy days, this location can offer fascinating opportunities.

Farms

Visiting a local farm could be a valid option to make pleasant a rainy day in the company of your own family. In the area of ​​Massa Lubrense, in fact, there are many agricultural companies which organize routes that allow you to taste typical local products such as the famous D.O.P. extra virgin olive oil. coming from the Sorrento Peninsula, or Sorrento Lemon I.G.P., oranges, mandarins and other vegetables.

Cosa fare a Massa Lubrense quando piove

Cooking courses

Among other activties, In Massa Lubrense there are schools that give lessons to learn the art of gastronomy. During the cooking lessons, the preparation of various typical dishes of the Mediterranean tradition – such as gnocchi, ravioli, pizza and much more – is taught. This could be a great and alternative way to spend a rainy afternoon, because the lessons will be held indoors.

Cosa fare a Massa Lubrense quando piove

Restaurants

If cooking is not for you or you simply don’t want to, a great option to spend a rainy day in Massa Lubrense you can also be enjoying a delicious meal in one of its cozy restaurants. Let yourself be tempted by local delicacies and live a memorable dining experience while the rain adds a welcoming touch to the atmosphere. Several restaurants will allow you to taste the typical flavors of Italian cuisine, ranging from traditional to gourmet recipes. The Mediterranean cuisine boasts the freshest land and sea products, to be paired with a good glass of local wine.

Unusual views

The territory of Massa Lubrense is characterized by the presence of breathtaking landscapes. During rainy days, the beauty of the area transforms itself into a fascinating and evocative vision. Being sheltered from rain and admiring the intricate details of the coastal views and rolling green hills, can creates an iridescent dance of color and light, will give you the opportunity to live a truly unique and memorable experience. The panoramic points, the covered terraces and even the panoramic windows of the premises can offer a suggestive and romantic perspective on the natural splendor of Massa Lubrense, even when the sky is cloudy and the ground wet. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience the intimate beauty of this place, enriched by the rain which accentuates its charm.

Museums

There are no museums in Massa Lubrense, but the archaeological finds found in our territory are preserved at the Georges Vallet Archaeological Museum in Villa Fondi, Piano di Sorrento.

Even in Sorrento there are several museums you can visit on a rainy day.

The Tarsialignea Museum (MUTA) is a museum dedicated to the art of Sorrento marquetry. Its rooms host exhibitions of various wooden objects made by nineteenth-century Sorrento’s inlayers.

The headquarters of the Correale Museum of Sorrento is an eighteenth-century villa. Inside there are paintings typical of 16th century Neapolitan mannerism and paintings made by numerous artists who were part of the “Posillipo School”. There are also examples of Sorrento’s inlay, historic furnishings and prestigious porcelain that date back to the 18th century.


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How to visit Pompeii from Massa Lubrense

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Pompeii is an interesting archaeological site that attracts tourists from all over the world. Its history is linked to the tragic eruption of Vesuvius, occurred in 79 AD. The lava and ash buried this rich Roman city together with other urban areas such as Herculaneum, Oplontis and Stabiae. The excavations allow you to visit some public buildings, the ancient patrician villas as well as the shops, the taverns, the public housing, the brothels and much more. Furthermore, the city merges all that remains of the ancient Roman-pagan world with the Christian spirituality, witnessed by the Sanctuary dedicated to the Blessed Virgin of the Rosary of Pompeii.

How to get to Pompeii from Massa Lubrense

There are several solutions to visit the site of Pompeii from Massa Lubrense:

By train

The railway line begins in Sorrento. All buses that go from Massa Lubrense to Sorrento reach the Circumvesuviana train station.

From here, just take the Circumvesuviana train Sorrento-Naples and in about twenty minutes you will be arrived at the Pompei – Villa dei Misteri stop. The “Porta Marina Superiore” entrance is located opposite to the Circumvesuviana entrance. If you continue for a few meters you can also get in from the “Porta Marina Inferiore” entrance in Piazza Esedra.

By car

Another way to easily reach the Pompeii excavations from Massa Lubrense is by car, taking the A3 Napoli-Salerno motorway (taking Pompei Ovest motorway exit). Close to the entrances of the archaeological site, there are many parking possibilities in large and specially equipped areas.

With the convenience of a car at your disposal, you can enjoy full autonomy and choose how to continue your day discovering new wonders of this vibrant city. After visiting the excavations of Pompeii, you have the opportunity to extend your trip with a visit to the imposing Vesuvius, the famous volcano which preserves a thousand-year of history, or to one of the many wine cellars nearby.

With private drivers

The rental service with driver (NCC) offered by various companies can be another valid solution for visiting Pompeii from Massa Lubrense. This option is especially suitable for those who choose to travel with their family or a small group of friends. Simply contact one of the local companies and indicate the number of passengers, the date and time of departure.

Usually, companies offer daily excursions of 7 or 8 hours, in which it is possible to visit both Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius, or Pompeii and Herculaneum.


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How to visit Capri from Massa Lubrense

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Visiting Capri from Massa Lubrense is quite simple. In fact, the territory offers to everyone the possibility of booking rafts and boats or taking part in excursions organized by some companies and cooperatives.

Capri is an island of the Tyrrhenian Sea, which is located in the Gulf of Naples, right in front of Massa Lubrense. The beauty of the vegetation combined with the charm of history and culture certainly make it one of the most popular destinations for tourists from all over the world.

Ferry excursions

From the small port of Marina Lobra, the Marina della Lobra cooperative of the same name allows you to take part in organized tours. The tours will give you the possibility to stop on the island for around 6 hours, for a visit to its beauties or to enjoy a dip in its splendid waters. The tours also include a ferry ride around the blue island. This excursion will let you discover the wonders of Capri such as: the lighthouse, the Green Grotto, Marina Piccola, the typical Faraglioni, Villa Malaparte and the White Grotto.

From Marina del Cantone, the S. Antonio cooperative offers more or less the same possibility. Here too, the shared tours include a stop of approximately 6 hours which will allow you to admire the various natural beauties present on the coast of the island. For example, the Green Grotto, the lighthouse at Punta Carena, the Faraglioni, the White Grotto and the Natural Arch at peak over the sea.

Both cooperatives offer a shuttle service to reach the boarding point starting from the various fractions of Massa Lubrense, just request it when booking the tour.

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Charter companies

There are also various charter companies scattered throughout the area that allow you to take part in shared or private excursions.

Usually, the boat tour lasts about 8 hours and also offers the opportunity to enjoy the sea around the island. During the excursion, there are several stops along the coast of Capri that allow you to take breaks to swim in its crystal clear waters. The route of your excursion can vary depending on the tour and the tour operator chosen. Usually, this includes a visit to the main attractions of the island such as the Blue Grotto, the other caves of Capri, the Faraglioni and Marina Piccola. There is always a stop on the island, lasting approximately 3 hours.

Companies provide various included services such as snorkeling equipment, water and drinks and beach towels… in short, everything you need to enjoy a great adventure!

Rent a boat or dinghy

Both in Marina Lobra and Marina del Cantone it is possible to rent both boats and dinghies. This will give you the opporunity to visit the island of Capri independently.

It is important to note that rental options may vary between different companies. It is always advisable to contact them directly to obtain more detailed information on costs, driving license requirements and booking procedures.

In any case, it is essential to inquire with local authorities or rental companies about the specific rules of the Punta Campanella Marine Protected Area. In this way, navigation laws are surely respected, and the conservation of this precious marine area is assured.

Ferries and hydrofoils from Sorrento

Another possibility to visit Capri is to take a ferry or hydrofoil from the port of Sorrento, in Marina Piccola. The buses that go from Massa Lubrense to Sorrento reach the Piazza Tasso stop and the Circumvesuviana train station. From here it will take you just a few minutes on foot to reach the port from which several ferries and hydrofoils depart which will take you to the discovery of this fantastic island.


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How to visit the Amalfi Coast from Massa Lubrense

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Visiting the Amalfi Coast from Massa Lubrense is simple. In fact, the territory offers to everyone the possibility of booking rafts and boats or taking part in excursions organized by some companies and cooperatives.

The Amalfi Coast, a UNESCO heritage site, is a real terrace suspended between the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Lattari mountains overlooking the Gulf of Salerno. The crystal-clear waters, the beaches, the terraces of citrus fruits, vines and olive trees, as well as the artisans’ workshops and the numerous luxury shops, undoubtedly make it one of the most popular destinations for tourists from all over the world. This stretch of coast has an extension which includes 16 wonderful municipalities: Positano, Ravello, Maiori, Minori, Amalfi, Atrani, Cava de’ Tirreni, Cetara, Conca dei Marini, Furore, Praiano, Raito, Sant’Egidio del Monte Albino , Scala, Tramonti and Vietri sul Mare.

Charter companies

There are several charter companies in the area to take part in shared or private excursions.

Usually, the boat tour lasts about 8 hours and allows you to enjoy the sea of ​​the divine coast. During the excursion, there are several stops that will allow you to take breaks to swim in the crystal-clear waters or to take some photos.

The itinerary of the route may vary depending on the tour and the tour operator chosen, but usually includes the main attractions of the coast such as the unforgettable cities of Positano and Amalfi, the Fjord of Furore, the Bay of Nerano, the fjord of Crapolla and the island of Li Galli, which became famous for the myth of Ulysses and the sirens, born right between the municipalities of Praiano and Conca dei Marini, and the popular Emerald Grotto. There are usually two landing stops, one in Positano and one in Amalfi.

The companies provide various included services such as snorkeling equipment, water and drinks and beach towels… in short, everything you need to enjoy a great adventure!

Ferry excursions

In the small port of Marina Lobra, the Marina della Lobra cooperative organizes shared tours. Thank to with is possibile to stop for a few hours in Amalfi and Positano, to admire the main towns of the Amalfi Coast.

Starting from Marina del Cantone, instead, the coop. San Antonio offers almost a similar possibility. Also in this case, the shared excursions include a stop in Positano and one in Amalfi that will allow you to set off to discover the typical beauties of the coast.

Furthermore, the aforementioned cooperatives also offer a shuttle service (on request during the time of booking the tour), in order to reach the boarding point starting from your hotel or from all the fractions of Massa Lubrense.

Rental of a boat or a dinghy

Both in Marina Lobra and Marina del Cantone it is also possible to rent boats and dinghies with which to visit the coast independently.

The rental methods may vary depending on the company chosen. So, it is advisable to contact them directly to obtain more detailed information on costs, driving license requirements and booking procedures.

In any case, it is important to inquire with local authorities or rental companies about the specific rules of the Punta Campanella Marine Protected Area. In this way, navigation laws will be protected, contributing to the conservation of this precious marine area.

Ferries and hydrofoils from Sorrento

Another way to visit the Amalfi Coast is to take a ferry or hydrofoil from the port of Sorrento, in Marina Piccola. The buses that go from Massa Lubrense to Sorrento reach the Piazza Tasso and Circumvesuviana railway station. From here, it will take just a few minutes on foot to reach the port from which the various ferries and hydrofoils depart taking you to the discovery of the coast.