Plan your visit

Plan Your Blue Grotto Visit

Reaching the cave requires a boat transfer or a land trip to Anacapri. Careful preparation saves time and hassle.

Blue Grotto

Via Grotta Azzurra, 80071 Anacapri NA

GPS 40.561, 14.2054

Open directions

Getting there

Compare boat and bus routes to the cave.

How	Time	Cost	Notes
Boat: Take a shared group tour boat or dedicated transfer from Marina Grande (e.g., Motoscafisti or Laser Capri) to the grotto entrance, then transfer to a small rowboat.	15-20 minutes transit, plus queuing time outside the cave	€24-€25 for the transfer (plus €18 cave entry)	The most popular and scenic option; be prepared for long queues on the water which can trigger seasickness.
Bus: Take a public bus from the town of Anacapri directly to the 'Grotta Azzurra' terminal stop.	15 minutes from Anacapri	Approx €2.50	Once off the bus, you wait in line on the stairs by the cliff to board a rowboat; a better option if you suffer from seasickness.
Walk: Walk downhill from the center of Anacapri via Via Grotta Azzurra to the cliffside stairs.	40-50 minutes	Free	A scenic but steep walk down; you will still need to queue and pay the €18 entry to board a rowboat at the bottom.
Tour: Book a private traditional wooden boat (gozzo) or speedboat tour around the island with a stop at the cave.	2-4 hours total	€160+ for private boat rental	Provides a customized schedule, but you still must transfer to the official rowboats at the cave entrance.

When to go

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The cave is open from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM in summer. Summer mornings offer the best light and shortest queues.

What to bring

Cash (Euros) for the entrance ticket, rowboat fee, and tips
Sunscreen (reef-safe) for the long wait on the boat
Hat and sunglasses for sun protection while queuing
Motion sickness medication if you are prone to seasickness
Water bottle to stay hydrated during the wait
Light jacket or windbreaker outside of peak summer
Camera or smartphone with low-light capability
Comfortable non-slip shoes if arriving by bus and walking down the cliffside steps
Waterproof bag or case to protect electronics from sea spray

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Wait times easily exceed an hour or two in peak summer.

Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, and water.

How the day runs

Example timelines for your trip.

A typical full-day boat tour departing from the mainland.

8:00
Depart Sorrento
Board your boat and cross to Capri.
9:00
Arrive at the Grotto
Queue for the rowboats early to beat crowds.
10:30
Island Tour
Cruise past the Faraglioni rocks.
12:30
Free Time
Explore Capri town or Anacapri.

Practical Tips

You absolutely need cash. The floating ticket booth only accepts euros for the €18-€19 entry. Have exact change to speed up the process.

If you suffer from seasickness, take medication before arriving. The water outside the cave is choppy, and boat fumes can make the long wait unpleasant. See Port to Cave for alternative routes.

Easiest way to do it

Couple sitting on a boat taking photos of the Faraglioni rocks.

Capri and Blue Grotto Semi Private Boat Day Trip from Sorrento

7 h to 8 h 4.9 (2,546)

Homemade sweet treat to end the tour
Caprese Sandwich (fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil and olive oil)
Hotel pick-up and drop-off (ONLY FOR HOTELS/AIRBNB IN SORRENTO)
Professional English speaking skipper

From$205per person

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Planning questions

Do I need cash?

Yes. The €18-€19 entry fee for the cultural site and rowboat passage requires cash.

What should I pack?

Bring a water bottle, hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. You will be exposed to the sun while waiting.

Can I walk there?

You can walk downhill from Anacapri via Via Grotta Azzurra in 40-50 minutes. You still queue at the bottom.