Capri Boat Tours: How to Enjoy the Waters Around This Italian Island

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One of the best ways to see Capri is on a boat tour, which provides amazing views of the spectacular coastline with its seaside cliffs, mysterious caves and gorgeous blue waters.

A trip around the island lasts approximately two hours, but the waters can get busy during the day, so an early morning jaunt or a journey in the late afternoon or evening is the perfect time to take a tour.

Important sites to see while cruising around the waters include the Faraglioni of Capri, considered the iconic natural formation that represents the island. Rising out of the sea just off the coast, this is one of the prettiest vistas in Italy.

In addition, the Blue Grotto, a small cave, is one of the most unusual natural attractions in the world. Take a small row-boat through the opening which leads into the cavity and experience what feels like “navigating through a clear sky” thanks to an underwater opening that allows the sun’s reflection to create an atmospheric-looking sea.

Travelers on a European vacation who want to experience true Capri beaches can visit Marina Piccola, the site of Ulysses’ seduction by the sirens.

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Sue Lobo
Sue Lobo is a four-time Condé Nast Traveler Top Travel Specialist (2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026) and a Senior Travel Advisor at Atlas Travel Center. With more than 15 years of experience in the travel industry, Sue plans ocean and river cruises, European tours, group travel, luxury vacations, honeymoons, and family trips. Sue works at a family-owned agency that has served travelers since 1987. Atlas is a member of CLIA and ASTA, is IATA and ARC accredited, and has been accredited by the Better Business Bureau since 1987, with an A+ rating.