The island of Capri, in Campania, is an impossibly and famously beautiful island that boasts incredible beaches, upscale eateries and bars, pretty boutiques, great parties, and amazing views. There is lots to see and do but if you have found a vacation rental in Campania and are heading for a day trip to Capri then there is one spot that you definitely have to pencil in to your itinerary: the Gardens of Augustus.
Originally known as Krupp Gardens, this botanical garden was established by the German industrialist Friedrich Alfred Krupp in the early twentieth century when he came to the island to build a home for himself. Located close to the Certosa di San Giacomo, the garden is made up of a series of terraces that overlooks the Via Krupp on one side and the Bay of Marina Piccola on the other. It was renamed the Gardens of Augustus in 1918 and is today a must-see for anyone visiting Capri.
Originally known as Krupp Gardens, this botanical garden was established by the German industrialist Friedrich Alfred Krupp in the early twentieth century when he came to the island to build a home for himself. Located close to the Certosa di San Giacomo, the garden is made up of a series of terraces that overlooks the Via Krupp on one side and the Bay of Marina Piccola on the other. It was renamed the Gardens of Augustus in 1918 and is today a must-see for anyone visiting Capri.
Boasting some of the best views on the whole island, you can take in a 180-degree panorama that includes Mount Solaro, the bay of Marina Piccola, and the Faraglioni. It also boasts ornamental plants and flowers such as geraniums, dahlias and brooms, a scattering of statues, and nice paths and trails to follow.
Located not far from the centre of the city of Capri, it is easily accessed and a cost-effective way to take in some of the most astounding vistas in all of Italy. If you are exploring this part of the country, then you need to see it with your own eyes but try and time your visit in the morning or late afternoon to avoid the biggest crowds.
Gardens of Augustus
Via Matteotti, 2, 80076 Capri NA
+39 081 838 6214
Opening Hours:
Open daily
April, May, June, July, August, September, October: from 9am to 7.30pm
November, December, January, February, March: from 9am to 4.30pm
Tickets:
Adults: €1.00
Free for children up to 11 years of age.
Located not far from the centre of the city of Capri, it is easily accessed and a cost-effective way to take in some of the most astounding vistas in all of Italy. If you are exploring this part of the country, then you need to see it with your own eyes but try and time your visit in the morning or late afternoon to avoid the biggest crowds.
Gardens of Augustus
Via Matteotti, 2, 80076 Capri NA
+39 081 838 6214
Opening Hours:
Open daily
April, May, June, July, August, September, October: from 9am to 7.30pm
November, December, January, February, March: from 9am to 4.30pm
Tickets:
Adults: €1.00
Free for children up to 11 years of age.
Photo credits
Picture 1: Mentnafunangann / CC BY-SA 4.0
Picture 1: Mentnafunangann / CC BY-SA 4.0