Transportation
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Salerno Railway Station (Stazione di Salerno) for high-speed Frecciarossa trains
- Public Transport Passes
- SITA Bus 'CostieraSita' 24-hour pass (€10) or UNICOTRASTIERA tickets
- Regional Travel
- SITA Bus to Amalfi (25 mins, €1.50) then ferry (Travelmar) to Positano or Capri
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- No Uber. Local taxis are expensive (approx. €40-50 to Amalfi). Use 'Taxi Ravello +39 089 857440'
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Ravello Scooter Rental (Via Boccaccio) - approx. €60-80 per day
- Best Beach Nearby
- Castiglione di Ravello (accessible via a long staircase of ~1,000 steps)
- Top Regional Airline
- ITA Airways (operating from Naples International Airport - NAP)
- Top International Airline
- Lufthansa, Air France, and easyJet fly into Naples (NAP)
- Highway Access
- A3 Motorway (Naples-Salerno), exit at Vietri sul Mare then SS163 Costiera
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Ospedale Costa d'Amalfi in Castiglione (5 mins drive from Ravello)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Wellness Center at Palazzo Avino (high-end spa/gym facilities)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Most residents use 'Palestra Comunale' in Scala or hotel gyms like Hotel Garden
- Laundry Services
- Lavanderia l'Onda in nearby Amalfi or hotel laundry services
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Limited; some local pizzerias like Mimì Pizzaria offer direct delivery via phone
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Scialatielli ai Frutti di Mare (fresh pasta with seafood)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Ristorante Vittoria (offers excellent grilled vegetables and pasta alla Norma)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Pasticceria Andrea Pansa (nearby in Amalfi) or bar del Duomo in Ravello for Delizia al Limone
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Despar Supermarket (Via Roma) for grocery essentials
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon.it (deliveries take 2-4 days due to mountain location)
- Grocery Delivery
- Macelleria e Alimentari da Giovanni offers local delivery to villas
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Piazza Centrale (Duomo) for late-night cocktails; Ravello is quiet after midnight
- Local Brewery
- Birra Amalfi (available at Wine & Drugs Shop on Via Roma)
- Wine Bars
- Enoteca Mansi (Via Roma) - wide selection of local Campanian wines
- Street Food Stalls
- Cuoppo d'Amalfi (fried seafood in a cone) in nearby Amalfi
- Popular International Cuisine
- Limited; focus is heavily on Italian. 'Mimi Bar Ristoro' offers some fusion salads
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone with its 'Terrace of Infinity'
- Museums & Art Venues
- Museo del Duomo (located beneath the Cathedral)
- Historical Sites
- The Church of San Giovanni del Toro (11th Century)
- Religious Sites
- Duomo di Ravello (dedicated to San Pantaleone)
- Annual Events
- Ravello Festival (Summer concert series in the Wagnerian Gardens)
- Cultural Districts
- The entire historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Theater Venues
- Oscar Niemeyer Auditorium (modern venue for concerts and film)
- Local Markets
- Weekly Tuesday morning market (Piazza Fontana) for clothes and local produce
- Music Scene
- Classical concerts at the Ravello Concert Society
- Street Art
- Mainly traditional ceramic murals in the 'Ceramiche d'Arte' style
- Cooking Classes
- Mamma Agata's Cooking School (Via S. Cosma, 9)
- Art Galleries
- Galleria d'Arte di Camillo (Via Roma)
- Historic Buildings
- Palazzo Sasso (now Palazzo Avino)
- Local Heritage
- Ceramic production (Vietri style) and lemon cultivation (Sfusato Amalfitano)
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Valle delle Ferriere Nature Reserve (accessible via trails from Scala)
- National Parks Nearby
- Parco Regionale dei Monti Lattari
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- The 'Path of the Gods' (Sentiero degli Dei) starts in nearby Bomerano
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Terrazza dell'Infinito (Villa Cimbrone) - widely considered the world's best view
- Birdwatching Locations
- Cliffs surrounding the Dragon Valley (Valle del Dragone)
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Strictly prohibited due to fire risk in the coastal mountains
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- Poste Italiane (Viale Parco Rimembranza); DHL/UPS ship to Salerno
- Tech Repair Services
- None in Ravello; requires a trip to Salerno (e.g., Computer Center Salerno)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Occasional tables at the local sports field (Campo Sportivo)
- Language Classes
- Private tutors available; search via the Tourist Office (Azienda Turismo)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Biblioteca Comunale di Ravello (small collection, quiet space)
- Community Centers
- Centro Universitario Europeo per i Beni Culturali (Villa Rufolo)
- Gaming Lounges
- None available; Ravello is a low-tech, relaxation-focused destination
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- No casinos; closest are in Naples or slot halls in Salerno
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €8,000 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €320,000) - Extremely rare
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €5,500 per m² in nearby Scala (e.g., 40 m² = €220,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €7,500 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €450,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €4,800 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €288,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. €7,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €560,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. €4,500 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €360,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 24% (IRES) + 3.9% (IRAP regional tax)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 26% standard rate
- Tax System
- Worldwide income basis for residents (>183 days)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 43% for income over €50,000
- VAT
- 22% standard rate; 10% for cafes/restaurants
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, applicable to foreign entities controlled by Italian residents
- Property Tax
- IMU (Municipal Property Tax) - approx. 0.76% to 1.06% of value
- Property Transaction Tax
- Registration tax is 9% (non-residents) or 2% (first home for residents)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- Italy's 'Lavoratori Rimpatriati' scheme offers a 70% or 90% tax exemption for 5 years for those moving residency to Italy
Essentials
- City
- Ravello, Province of Salerno, Campania, Italy
- Population
- Approximately 2,500
- Internet Speed
- Average 60-100 Mbps (Fiber available in many hotels and luxury villas; 4G/5G is stable)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks include Intesa Sanpaolo in nearby Amalfi
- Tap Water
- Drinkable and excellent quality from mountain springs; public fountains (fontanelle) are everywhere
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F/L sockets
- SIM Card
- TIM, Vodafone, and WindTre (Best coverage: Vodafone). Available at shops in Amalfi or Salerno
- Banking for Expats
- Revolut and Wise are widely used; Nexi is the common local card processor
- Accommodation
- High-end hotels (Hotel Palumbo), boutique B&Bs (Gala Residence), and Airbnb villas
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, but small shops and bus ticket kiosks often prefer cash (Euro)
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb and Booking.com; prices range from €150 to €600 per night depending on the season
- Budget Accommodation
- B&B I Limoni (approx. €110/night) or staying in nearby Scala for lower rates
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Piazza Duomo / City Center for proximity to Villa Rufolo and restaurants
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- L'Annunziata area or nearby Scala across the valley for quieter, long-term options
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- None officially in Ravello. Closest: 'Salerno Workspace' in Salerno (approx. 1 hour away)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Caffè Calce (Piazza Duomo) - reliable Wi-Fi and excellent outdoor seating
- Networking Events
- Informal gatherings during the Ravello Festival (July-August) at Villa Rufolo
- Social Events for Expats
- Cooking classes at Mamma Agata's often serve as networking hubs for foreigners