The Strada Statale 163 threads a narrow cliff ledge above the Tyrrhenian Sea, linking pastel towns like Positano and Amalfi below the Sorrentine peninsula.
31 mi / 50 km
3 days
May to June, September to October
Challenging
Right
Tolls apply
Iconic stops
Positano
Pastel houses cascade to a chic pebble beach. The pin-up of the coast.
Praiano
A quieter village with the best sunset views on the coast.
Furore Fjord
A hidden inlet spanned by a photogenic arched bridge.
Amalfi
A historic maritime republic with a striped Arab-Norman cathedral.
Ravello
Clifftop gardens at Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone, high above the sea.
Stops on the map
Each numbered marker matches the list above, linked in driving order from 1 to 5. Hover or tap a marker to see the stop name, scroll to zoom, and download the map as an image.
Prefer turn-by-turn navigation? Open the full route in Google Maps with all 5 stops loaded as waypoints in driving order. It opens in a new browser tab.
Tolls & fees
The coastal SS163 is toll-free, but the A3 autostrada you take from Naples/Salerno to reach it is tolled. Many towns also enforce paid ZTL limited-traffic zones.
Toll cost estimator
Estimates in EUR. Figures are typical standard-car rates and can change. Confirm with the official toll links before you travel.
Traffic & road alerts
The SS163 is famously narrow and jammed in peak season. Buses and scooters share tight blind curves. Some summer days restrict cars by plate number.
Best maps & planning
Plan your drive and check the latest conditions with these trusted maps and official resources.
Driving tips
- Consider basing yourself in one town and using ferries or buses. Parking is scarce and costly.
- A small car is a huge advantage on these curves. Avoid large vehicles.
- Check ZTL zones before entering towns. Fines arrive by mail to rentals.
Distances, tolls, and seasons are curated planning references and can change. Always confirm current tolls, opening dates, and closures with the official sources linked above before you travel.