
Amalfi Cruise Ship Port Guide: Where Ships Dock, Tender Times & What to Do
Most cruise ships anchor in the Gulf of Salerno and tender directly into Amalfi town. Here’s how it works, how long it takes, and what to do with your time ashore.

Most cruise ships anchor in the Gulf of Salerno and tender directly into Amalfi town. Here’s how it works, how long it takes, and what to do with your time ashore.

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