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well worth a visit. In addition to a rich assortment of 17th- to 19th-century Neapolitan art
and crafts, you'll find Japanese, Chinese and European ceramics, clocks and furniture, as
well as Greek and Roman artefacts.
Museo Bottega
della Tarsia Lignea
( 081 877 19 42;
www.museomuta.it
;
Via San Nicola 28; adult/reduced €8/5; 10am-6.30pm sum-
mer, to 5pm winter)
Since the 18th century, Sorrento has been famous for its
intarsio
fur-
niture, made with elaborately designed inlaid wood. Some wonderful examples can be
found in this museum, housed in an 18th-century palace complete with beautiful frescoes.
There's also an interesting collection of paintings, prints and photographs depicting the
town and surrounding area in the 19th century.
MUSEUM
Duomo
CATHEDRAL
(Corso Italia; 8am-12.30pm & 4.30-8.30pm)
To get a feel for Sorrento's history, stroll down
Via Pietà from Piazza Tasso and past two medieval palaces en route to the cathedral with
its striking exterior fresco, triple-tiered bell tower, four classical columns and elegant
maiolica clock. Take note of the striking marble bishop's throne (1573) and the beautiful
wooden choir stalls decorated in the local
intarsio
style.
Activities
BEACH
Bagni Regina Giovanna
(Pollio Felix)
Sorrento famously lacks a proper beach, so consider splashing around at Bagni
Regina Giovanna, a rocky beach about 2km west of town. Set among the ruins of the Ro-
man Villa Pollio Felix, the water is clean and clear. While you can walk here (follow Via
Capo), you'll save your swimming strength by catching the SITA Sud bus or the EAV Bus
(Linea A) headed for Massa Lubrense.
Sic Sic
( 081 807 22 83;
www.nauticasicsic.com
; Marina Piccola; May-Oct)
To seek out the best
beaches, rent a boat from this outfit. There's a variety of options, starting at around €50
per hour or €150 per day. It also organises boat excursions.
BOATING
