Ravello, Italy

Ravello Italy. Where the sky is pink, the mountains and oceans beckon you to sip wine a little longer, and the air makes you breathe deeper. We went to the Amalfi Coast September 2018, spending a night in the beautiful town of Ravello.

Ravello is a little town at the top of the Amalfi Coast. It’s a quiet place and probably my favorite stopping point on our trip to the Ravello Amalfi Coast! We wish we had stayed here at least three nights.

It’s a sit and drink a glass of wine while watching the sun set type of place. You don’t want to be on a schedule here. This is where you sit, linger and take in the views of the Ravello Amalfi Coast.

The feeling of Ravello will envelop you in serenity! I wouldn’t recommend hiring a tour guide in this town. Slow down, let the roads lead you and enjoy the food, wine and total relaxation!

When looking for Ravello Italy Hotels, we came across the Palazzo Avino which was a magnificent gem of a hotel. The service was impeccable, hotel full of Italian warmth and decadence. It also has one of the most romantic bars and restaurant views I’ve ever been to! Highly recommend! Sit and order a Bellini and let the stress float away!

Our experience at the Palazzo Avino Ravello was so incredible, I’m convinced we stayed at one of the top hotels in Ravello Italy.

I’m holding myself back a little, I could seriously go on and on about the incredible things to do in Ravello. But, I’ll refrain and stick to KISS (Keep it Simple Stupid)! Let me tell you about the Villa Rufolo.

Villa Rufolo

Soak in the magical gardens, Moorish architecture and historic building. The tile floors and chandeliers had me swooning! In the summer they have a concert series – this is on my list of things to do when we go back!

Shop! Beautiful little shops are everywhere. I bought some gorgeous Italian linens, olive oil and balsamic! Have them take you through a tasting and let them know what you usually cook with. The flavors are delicious!

Carry a shawl, scarf or jacket everywhere you go. You need to cover your arms in every church (and believe me, there are so many beautiful ones you’ll be stopping in at every one!) On this day it started chilly so I brought this blazer which I used in evenings to dress up jeans if needed. Oh, and the blazer is on sale! Otherwise bring a scarf and tie it around your handbag to have at the ready!

Obviously I wasn’t able to try every hole in the wall restaurant in Ravello, although that would have been amazing! However, I can give you some of my top Ravello restaurants from my visit.

Lunch Recommendation: Garden Ravello. Jackie Kennedy used to lunch there. Quiet. Relaxing. Delicious! And with quite the view! A great local place.

Dinner Recommendation: Rossellin’s at Palazzo Avino. Romantic, delicious, decadent! One Michelin Star rated restaurant.

If you’ve been to Ravello were your favorite Ravello Italy restaurants? I’d love some recommendations for when I go back!

Ravello, I can’t wait to visit you again!