Why go
The beach gives Maiori more open waterfront than many steep coastal towns. Above it, the Collegiate Church of Santa Maria a Mare is marked by a colourful tiled dome, while Santa Maria de Olearia recalls an earlier Benedictine presence near town. These contrasts make Maiori more than a place to pause for the shore.
What to look for
- A long unbroken beach fronts the town.
- Santa Maria a Mare has a colourful maiolica tiled dome.
- Santa Maria de Olearia preserves a former Benedictine site above Maiori.
Useful to know
- Pair the waterfront with one church or hillside site rather than trying to cover every sight at once.
- Allow extra time and suitable footwear if heading uphill from the beach.