La Piazzetta - Capri

Capri La Piazzetta - Capri

The most fashionable square in the world

Piazza Umberto I is otherwise known as the legendary "Piazzetta" which, from the white columned terrace of the funicular railway, opens out on to a fabulous view of Monte Solaro. The Piazzetta is the center of the island of Capri for tourists and locals alike. All those arriving in Capri have to pass through the narrow passages left between the tables outside the various bars, bars where the locals meet for lunch or simply to chat, guaranteed a little privacy by the umbrellas supposedly used to protect customers from the sun.

Located in the Piazzetta are the towns newsagent, and the tourist office. The town hall is on one side of the Piazzetta, opposite the flight of steps. In the courtyard of the town hall there is the trunk of a column and a fragment of a circular marble base, discovered in the 1920's during the construction of the port, and probably belonging to the Villa Augustea of Palazzo a Mare.

The Piazzetta was the center of local life, where vegetable and fish markets were held and, where, very infrequently considering the rarity of the product in times past, meat was sold. It was not until 1938, when the young Raffaele Vuotto decided to place a few tables in the square, that the Piazzetta began to take on a more fashionable appearance. From that moment onwards the Piazzetta became the focal point of island social life, which had previously been carried out predominantly in the town's hotels and in private houses.

Sites of interest

Tips

Aurora

Restaurants

The finest "gastronomical museum" on the island

Villa Palomba

Guest Houses

Your home-from-home within steps of the Piazzetta: authentic island hospitality c/o Villa Palomba.

Buca di Bacco

Restaurants

A charming little restaurant situated in the heart of the old town

Other ideas

Restaurants

Al Grottino: Since 1937, Capri's "Al Grottino" restaurant, located in...
Aurora: The finest "gastronomical museum" on the island
Buca di Bacco: A charming little restaurant situated in the heart of the old town
Capri's: Bar-Restaurant with breathtaking views over the gulf of Naples.
Capricorno: Capricorno is an exciting new restaurant offering traditional...
Da Giorgio: Renowned restaurant with traditional cuisine.
Donna Rachele: Capri's Donna Rachele is the perfect venue in which to conclude a...
Isidoro: Bar, restaurant and pizzeria in the center of Capri.
La Capannina: Traditional delicacies of the land and sea await guests dining at...
Pulalli Wine Bar: Open air wine bar near the clocktower of the famous...
Sollievo: Ideal venue for relaxing evenings dedicated to the pleasures of the...
Terrazza Tiberio: Terrazza Tiberio will seduce even the most discerning of gourmets...
Villa Verde: Villa Verde is the perfect restaurant where to satisfy your tastebuds

Jewellers

Watches Jewels Capri - Luxury Shop Online: Watches and jewels from Capri on the web.

Wellbeing

Spa Tiberio: Spa Tiberio is the new wellness center of the prestigious Capri...

Miscellaneous

Fondazione Capri: Fondazione Capri: sustaining and nurturing the island's greatest...

5 Star Hotels

Capri Tiberio Palace Hotel & Spa: Capri Tiberio Palace Hotel & Spa: elegant design combined with...
Casa Morgano: The Casa Morgano is the smaller twin of the nearby Scalinatella...
La Scalinatella: La Scalinatella is a charming Italian boutique hotel where to enjoy...

4 Star Hotels

La Minerva: La Minerva is an elegant 4 star hotel in the historic center of...
La Residenza: Hotel La Residenza is situated in the center of Capri, with...

3 Star Hotels

Esperia: Small, welcoming and with a spectacular view of the town of Capri...
La Prora: Located in the old medieval center of Capri, a mere 100 meters away...

Bed & Breakfast

La Casa di Viola: La Casa di Viola: the simplicity of an island home, the warmth of a...

Guest Houses

Villa Palomba: Your home-from-home within steps of the Piazzetta: authentic island...

House rental

Sweet Home: Sweet Home is a stylish apartment located within steps of the...
Villa Silia: From the terraces of Villa Silia, a luxury villa just a two minute...