Cetara for family

Arrival in Cetara

When you travel with kids, everything can (and should!) turn into an adventure.
And in Cetara, a little gem tucked into the folds of the Amalfi Coast, all it takes is a bit of imagination — and a few wonderfully fragrant lemons — to experience a day full of wonder, play, and discovery.

The excitement starts even before you arrive, during the ferry ride: backpacks packed with swimsuits and snacks, wide eyes full of anticipation.

What better moment than this to ride the wave of their curiosity and tell them about the amazing day ahead? After all, their little explorer hearts are always on alert — and in front of an adventure like this, they light up more than ever. 

But let’s not waste any more time with words... it’s time to have some fun!

Exploring Cetara

La Torre Vicereale

Imposing and silent, the Tower of Cetara looks like it came straight out of a fairytale with knights and pirates. Even if the idea of taking children to see this giant might sound boring at first, they’ll quickly turn the museum into a fortress to explore, and the panoramic terrace overlooking the sea into a place to imagine ancient battles or guards scanning the horizon.
And why not? With a small pair of binoculars, they can have fun spotting boats, seagulls… or distant castles!
It’s open every day, but I always recommend checking and booking in advance from the official website of the Civic Museum, especially during the summer.

Discovering the Cetara lemon groves

Did you know that the lemons of Cetara are so special they’re exported all over the world?

They’re harvested between June and July, and some are so sweet you can drink their juice straight… from the peel!

You can join the “Limoncello di Cetara” experience at the Agrocetus farm. It’s a guided walk through the terraced groves, where children can pick lemons with their own hands, smell them, touch them, and then, surprise!, taste their fragrant nectar served in a real lemon peel used as a cup.
An experience that awakens all the senses… a true sip of sunshine!

This colorful stroll along the coast will surely work up an appetite for everyone, so now it’s time to fill your belly and recharge your energy, because there’s still plenty more to discover!

Cetara “Colatura” for the adventurous palate

Before stopping to enjoy the local delicacies, there's one experience that truly deserves your full attention.

If your children are old enough and curious (let’s say around 7 and up), be sure to visit Azienda Nettuno, where the famous anchovy colatura is produced, a Slow Food Presidia product.

Despite the strong smell, it’s a unique opportunity to discover how this precious golden liquid is made, through tanks, pressings, and intense aromas.

Here in Cetara, it’s tradition to eat pasta with colatura at Christmas. So why not try making it at home as a special reminder of this unforgettable day?