The Monte Solaro chairlift is probably the most popular attraction in Capri since it offers spectacular views of the whole island. I think this activity should definitely be part of your Capri adventure because of the breathtaking views, especially if you are first-time visitors. In this blog post I will share the ultimate Capri chairlift guide where I answer all the FAQs about this great experience. This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase I may get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Find out more here.
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Is the Capri chairlift worth it?
Yes! The chair lift was one of my favorite activities and it should definitely be on your Capri day trip itinerary. Those panoramic views are incredible.
Where is the chairlift in Capri?
The chair lift is actually in Anacapri, not in the town of Capri. If you come to the beautiful island of Capri by boat, either in the Marina Grande or Marina Piccola, you need to take the bus or taxi to Anacapri.
I recommend you take the taxi if you travel with multiple people since the price per person will be similar to the bus price and it’s a much nicer ride.
The taxis don’t have windows. They are a hybrid between a car and a golf cart. So you can take all the pictures and videos you want along the way.
If you take the bus from the Marina it will first stop in Capri, and then it will go to Anacapri. The buses are pretty small and they tend to be packed with people. Another reason why I’m recommending you to splurge on a taxi.
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How much is the Capri chairlift ticket?
The roundtrip chairlift ticket costs 14 euros. There are no additional entrance fees except for the round trip ticket.
Where can you but the Capri chairlift ticket?
You can buy the ticket at the ticket office on-site. There will most likely be long lines at the chair lift, but they move fast. I waited less than 30 minutes, so a pretty long wait, but not something terrible.
The line probably depends on the time of year and the time of day you visit. High season will always have longer lines. Early morning is probably the best time for this activity, while late morning and the afternoon are peak hours.
Once you have your ticket you continue walking and then you hop on a chair.
What can you do at the summit of Monte Solaro?
Then you start ascending. It is a very scenic chairlift ride. There are stunning views as you go up. You can see farms, the town, beaches, the coast and the sea. It’s stunning.
Once you get to the highest point of Mount Solaro, you need to hop out of the chair, you can’t just ride back down. There is an observation deck at the top of Monte Solaro. It’s so high up that you’ll be in the clouds. I think I got a clear sky for a minute and then I was back in the clouds.
There are also restrooms and a cafe if you want to spend some time enjoying the view.
Once you’re ready to go down you just queue for the chair and you’re on your way down.
Is the Capri chairlift safe?
Yes, the chairlift is safe. It is a single-seat chairlift, so they are designed for a single passenger. It is more similar to a ski lift than a cable car for small groups.
Each chair has a safety bar. The chairs are not that far up from the ground, so the ride is not very scary.
It would be a good idea to wear shoes that can’t fall down from your feet. That’s the biggest risk I can think of.
How long is the Monte Solaro chair lift ride?
It takes less than 10 minutes to get to the top. I was a fantastic experience and I highly recommend you do this when you’re in Capri.
How long do I need to spend at the Monte Solaro chairlift?
I would say a few hours is enough time to do this. The Marina – chairlift drive takes maybe 30 minutes round trip.
The chairlift ride itself takes about 20 minutes. Waiting in line to get the tickets is another 30-45 minutes.
And you also want to spend maybe 15-30 minutes at the top so you can take pictures with the scenic views on clear days or with the clouds if you’re not that lucky with the weather.
What other activities should I do in Capri?
Explore the Giardini di Augusto
Another fun thing to do in Capri is to stroll through the Giardini di Augusto, or the Gardens of Augustus. They consist of flower terraces that overlook Marina Piccola and the coast. The views are stunning and it costs only 2.5 euros to enter.
Stroll through Capri Town
I loved walking through each town along the Amalfi Coast and Capri was no exception. There are plenty of shops, restaurants and cafes in town. Everything is aesthetic and it has that vacation vibe. It’s a lot of fun to lose yourself in those little streets for a bit.
Have a meal at Ristorante Panorama
While in Capri, you need to have lunch with a view. Ristorante Panorama has traditional Capri food and the most incredible views of the cliffs and the sea.
Fun fact: caprese salad was invented in Capri (hence the name), so you should definitely have some while you’re there.
I had lunch with a few other women on my Amalfi Coast group trip (use code IOANA for $50 off any Tryps trip). We ordered the caprese salad, a diavola pizza, and the veal scaloppine in lemon sauce. Everything was delicious.
The service was also amazing and the vibe was great. I highly recommend you eat here.
Make sure you use Google maps to get to the restaurant. You’ll have to go down some stairs to get here and it can get confusing if you don’t have a map in front of you.
There is no need to make a reservation. The restaurant is large and can accommodate walk ins.
Go on a boat ride with Grotto stops
Another bucket list activity in Capri is to go on a boat ride to see the Grottos. The Grottos are the sea caves. They all have a cavity and when the sun hits the water in that cavity it illuminates the cave.
The water in Capri has the most gorgeous blue color. I’ve never seen such a beautiful shade of blue before. So it’s definitely worth being on the water in Capri.
The most famous Grotto is the Blue one. However, it is a cultural site and it is treated as a museum. So if you want to pass through it you’ll have to pay an entrance fee of 18 euros on top of what you pay for the boat tour.
The cave mouth is only 2 meters wide and one meter high, so only small rowboats of maximum 4 people can go through.
Even if you decide to skip the famous Blue Grotto because of all these reasons I mentioned above, I think it’s worth going on a boat tour to see the other Grottos up close.
Make sure you pick a tour that also has a swim stop so you can take advantage of that amazing blue water and tick off swimming in Capri off your bucket list. Plus, some tours also offer drinks on the boat. Blue water, drinks, and being on a boat – it doesn’t get much better than this.
Where should I stay in Capri?
You can read my Capri hotel guide here.
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Ioana was born and raised in Romania, lived in NYC for 14 years, and is now back in Romania. She fell in love with traveling when she was little and used to visit her aunt in Vienna. Then in high school she was able to visit Siberia, Turkmenistan, Istanbul, and Tokyo through chemistry competitions. As an adult she started to travel solo once she turned 30 and visited 20+ countries so far. Ioana is a full time travel blogger and content creator with an audience of 80K+ people on Instagram. She loves to share travel recommendations and tips.