Palazzo a Mare, Capri

#19 among attractions in Capri

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Palazzo a Mare is a well-preserved ancient Roman archaeological site on the north side of the island of Capri, consisting of an imperial palace built by Augustus and modified by Tiberius. It was one of the supposed twelve villas of Tiberius on the island as described by Tacitus along with the Villa Jovis, Villa di Gradola and Villa Damecuta. It covers a very large area on several terraces overlooking the sea. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 40°33'30"N, 14°14'6"E

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Palazzo a Mare – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Grotta di Matromania, Gardens of Augustus, Piazza Umberto I, Faraglioni.

1.3 miSE
Natural attraction, Cave, Park
Grotta di Matromania, Capri
33 min walk • Nestled on the rugged coastline of Capri, Italy, the Grotta di Matromania is a hidden gem steeped in history and shrouded in mystery. This ancient cave, also known as the Grotto of the Matromania or Matrimonio, is a must-visit for those intrigued by the island's rich...
0.9 miSE
Park
Gardens of Augustus, Capri
24 min walk • The Gardens of Augustus, originally known by the name of Krupp Gardens, are botanical gardens on the island of Capri, Campania, Italy. The gardens were established by the German industrialist Friedrich Alfred Krupp in the early twentieth century to build his mansion in Capri.
0.7 miSE
Square
Piazza Umberto I, Capri
17 min walk • Piazza Umberto I is the most famous square of the island of Capri, Italy. The square is located in the historic center of Capri, in the eponymous town Capri, on the eastern end of the island, and since Roman times, it has been considered the center of the town and the meeting point of the island by both residents and others.
1.5 miSE
Famous rock formations in the ocean
Faraglioni, Capri
40 min walk • In Italian, faraglioni are stacks, a coastal and oceanic rock formation eroded by waves. The word may be derived from the Greek pháros or Latin pharus and is cognate with the Spanish farallón.
0.9 miS
Body of water, Beach, Outdoor activities
Marina Piccola, Capri
24 min walk • Marina Piccola is located on the southern side of the island of Capri. It is near the Faraglioni sea stacks to the southeast. The Via Krupp is a historic switchback paved footpath which connect the Charterhouse of San Giacomo and the Gardens of Augustus area with Marina Piccola.
0.9 miSE
Monastery, Sacred and religious sites, History museum
Certosa di San Giacomo, Capri
24 min walk • Certosa di San Giacomo was a Carthusian monastery, founded in 1363 by Giacomo Arcucci on the island of Capri, Campania, southern Italy. It is now a museum and is used for cultural events.
0.5 miW
Famous author's villa and art collection
Villa San Michele, Anacapri
13 min walk • The Villa San Michele was built about the end of the 19th century on the isle of Capri, Italy, by the Swedish physician and author Axel Munthe.
0.5 miS
Cemetery
Cimitero Acattolico, Capri
13 min walk • Cimitero acattolico di Capri is a non-Catholic cemetery on the island of Capri. Established in 1878 by Englishman George Hayward, it contains 204 graves from a total of 21 different nations.
0.7 miSE
Church
Santo Stefano, Capri
18 min walk • Santo Stefano is a Catholic church and former cathedral on the island of Capri, Italy. Dedicated to Saint Stephen, it is the principal house of worship in the town of Capri. The religious complex was built around the Piazza Umberto I square in the seventeenth century. The archbishop's palace is now used as the town hall.
0.9 miSW
Mountain with views and an old fortress
Monte Solaro, Anacapri
22 min walk • Monte Solaro is a mountain on the island of Capri in Campania, Italy. With an elevation of 589 m, its peak is the highest point of Capri.
0.4 miSW
Forts and castles, Historical place, Archaeological site
Castello Barbarossa, Anacapri
12 min walk • Castello Barbarossa is an archaeological ruin and ornithological station in Anacapri, on the island of Capri, Italy. It is named after the former corsair and Ottoman Kapudan Pasha Hayreddin Barbarossa, who stormed it in 1535 and destroyed it in 1544.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Palazzo a Mare?

Nearby attractions include Marina Grande, Capri (10 min walk), Castello Barbarossa, Anacapri (12 min walk), Cimitero Acattolico, Capri (13 min walk), Ufficio Porto Turistico, Capri (13 min walk).

How to get to Palazzo a Mare by public transport?

The nearest stations to Palazzo a Mare:

Bus

Marina Grande (18 min walk)
Anacapri (18 min walk)

Train

Marina Grande (8 min walk)
Capri (17 min walk)