Amalfi Coast Driving Tips and Parking Guide

Driving the Amalfi Coast is equal parts spectacular and stressful, and the problem is that the narrow cliff road, the famous SS163, is shared by buses, scooters, and tourists in rental cars who are not ready for either. The drive itself is unforgettable, but it rewards preparation, because the parking situation alone can make or break the whole day.The first decision is whether to drive at all, because in the high season the coast is often easier by ferry or bus, and a car becomes a liability in Positano and Amalfi, where parking is scarce and expensive. If you do drive, go early or late, avoid the midday crush, and be ready for the reality that the road is two lanes that feel like one, with mirrors to fold and buses to give way to on the blind corners.Parking is the practical skill to learn. The coastal towns have almost no on-street parking for visitors, and the garages charge premium rates, often twenty euros or more a day, so the smart move is to park in a larger town like Sorrento or Salerno and use the ferry, or to book a hotel with guaranteed parking before