7 Best Capri Tours from Naples (Selected by an Italian)

Just a short ferry ride from Naples, Capri is one of the most breathtaking – and popular – destinations in Italy. With its dramatic cliffs, crystal-clear waters, and iconic sights like the Blue Grotto, it’s no wonder so many travelers try to visit the island, even with just one day.

As an Italian, I’ve been lucky to visit Capri multiple times, and honestly, it might just be my favorite place in this part of Italy. Yes, it gets very busy in high season, but if you plan it well, Capri is still magical.

I always recommend spending at least one night on the island if you can. But if that’s not possible, taking one of the best Capri tours from Naples is the next best thing. Capri is one of the most popular day trips from Naples, and the key is choosing the right kind of tour for your travel style.

To help you choose quickly, I’ve rounded up the best Capri tours from Naples, whether you want a classic guided day trip, a small-group boat tour, a private experience, or a combo tour with Pompeii.

➥ Why trust me? I’m Italian and have been running this travel blog for over 10 years. I’ve visited Capri several times, and I know how confusing the island logistics can be when you’re trying to fit everything into one day.

Best Capri Tours from Naples: Quick Picks

Short on time? These are the Capri tours from Naples I recommend most:

OUR PICK: Best Capri Tour from Naples

Duration: 9 hours
Type: Guided ferry + land tour
Best for: First-time visitors who want to see Capri, Anacapri, and the Blue Grotto in one organized day

This Capri and Blue Grotto Day Tour from Naples or Sorrento is my top pick because it gives you the classic Capri day without making you figure out the ferry, island transport, Blue Grotto logistics, and timing by yourself.

You’ll start by taking a fast ferry from Naples to Capri. Once you arrive, the tour helps you move around the island by shuttle bus, which is a big plus because Capri is beautiful, but not always easy to navigate when it’s crowded.

The main highlight is the Blue Grotto, if sea conditions allow. If the grotto is closed, you’ll go on a shared boat ride around the island instead, so you still get to see Capri from the water.

On land, the tour also includes time in Anacapri, with the option to visit Villa San Michele or take the chairlift up to Monte Solaro at your own expense. You’ll also get time in Capri town, including the famous Piazzetta.

Why this is the best tour

It’s the most complete option for a first visit to Capri from Naples. You get the island’s big-name sights, a guide, ferry tickets, shuttle transport on Capri, and a Blue Grotto attempt (or boat ride around the island) in one day.

It’s not the cheapest tour, but it’s the one that gives you the least “what do I do now?” stress, which can make a huge difference on a busy island like Capri.

Read what the reviews say:

“What an amazing day! Our tour guide Georgio was great! We got a wonderful tour around the island of Capri that far exceeded our expectations. Georgio recommended a lunch place that was soooo good, too! All in all, a fun day that was finished off by a serenade by our boat captain. Ciao Capri!”

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This tour includes port pickup and drop-off, a local guide, round-trip fast ferry tickets, shuttle bus transport on Capri, Blue Grotto tickets, or a shared boat ride around the island if the Blue Grotto is closed. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

Best Small-Group Boat Tour to Capri from Naples

Duration: 10.5 hours
Type: Small-group boat tour
Best for: Travelers who want a real Capri boat day with swimming, sea caves, snacks, and drinks

If your dream Capri day involves swimming, sea caves, limoncello, and the Faraglioni, this Capri Boat Day Trip with Light Lunch and Drinks is the best shared boat tour from Naples in this list.

The tour starts with pickup at a meeting point in Naples, then a transfer to the port of Piano di Sorrento. From there, you’ll board a traditional boat and cruise toward Capri with a small group of up to 12 people.

The route is very scenic. Before reaching Capri, you’ll pass the Baths of Queen Giovanna and Cala di Mitigliano, then continue around the island to see places like the Faraglioni, White Grotto, Arco Naturale, Casa Malaparte, Green Grotto, and Punta Carena Lighthouse.

You’ll also stop to swim and snorkel in the clear water before going on land, which is what makes this feel like a proper Capri boat day rather than just a ferry transfer. During the boat trip, you’ll be offered drinks and a light lunch, usually a Caprese salad, plus snacks and limoncello.

After the boat tour, you’ll have free time on Capri, around 3 to 4 hours, so you can explore the island, have a coffee in the Piazzetta, shop, or head up toward Anacapri before getting back on the boat. You can also visit the Blue Grotto if you select that option when booking.

This is a better choice than a ferry-based tour if your priority is the sea. It’s not as structured for sightseeing in Capri town and Anacapri, but it feels much more like a summer boat day.

Pros

• Small group, usually limited to 12 to 14 travelers
• Includes snacks, drinks, light lunch, and limoncello tasting
• Swimming and snorkeling stops when conditions allow

Cons

• Blue Grotto entry is optional and costs extra if you choose that option
• Not ideal if you mainly want a guided land tour of Capri and Anacapri

This tour includes transfer from Naples to Piano di Sorrento, a professional skipper and crew, snacks, a light lunch, soft drinks, water, beer, wine, prosecco, a sweet treat, limoncello tasting, and free time on Capri. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

Ferry Tours to Capri from Naples

Best Ferry Tour for Seeing Capri and Anacapri

Duration: 8 hours
Type: Ferry + guided island tour
Best for: Travelers who want a straightforward Capri and Anacapri day without focusing on swimming

This Capri & Anacapri Ferry Included Small Group Tour is a good option if you want a land-focused visit to the island, with the ferry and basic Capri logistics handled for you.

You’ll meet your guide at the port, or choose the pickup option if available, and travel from Naples to Capri by hydrofoil. Once you arrive at Marina Grande, you’ll continue by minibus to Anacapri, then explore Capri town, the Piazzetta, shopping streets, and historic alleys.

The tour also includes entrance to the Gardens of Augustus, one of the best easy viewpoints for seeing the Faraglioni from land. You’ll also get free time to walk around, shop, or have lunch on your own.

Pros

• Good option if you want Capri and Anacapri by land
• Round-trip hydrofoil tickets are included
• Gardens of Augustus entrance is included
• Hotel pickup can be added for an extra fee

Cons

• No boat tour around Capri, so you won’t see the island from the sea or get swim stops
• Optional activities and lunch are not included

This tour includes round-trip hydrofoil tickets from Naples to Capri, minibus transportation on the island, entrance to the Gardens of Augustus, and free time to explore Capri. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

Best Ferry Tour with a Boat Ride Around Capri

Duration: 9 to 10 hours
Type: Ferry + island boat ride
Best for: Travelers who want a Capri day with both free time and a boat ride around the island

This Gulf of Naples & Capri Sightseeing Boat Tour is a nice middle ground between a basic ferry tour and a proper boat day. You travel from Naples to Capri by ferry, then enjoy a boat ride around the island once you’re there.

It’s not the same type of tour as the small-group boat trip above. This one is more of a ferry-based day trip with a shared boat ride around Capri included, rather than a full boat day with lunch, drinks, and a smaller group.

The island boat ride takes you past some of Capri’s famous coastal sights, such as the White Grotto, Green Grotto, Natural Arch, Villa Malaparte, Punta Carena Lighthouse, and the Faraglioni.

There’s also an optional version with a swim stop near Marina Piccola, but you need to select that option when booking. I’d choose it if you’re visiting in summer and want a more relaxed boat experience, because the standard version is more sightseeing-focused.

You’ll also have free time on Capri, which makes it a good option if you want a bit of both: sea views and time on land.

Pros

• Good option if you want a ferry tour that also includes time on the water
• Optional swim stop near Marina Piccola if you select that version when booking
• Still gives you free time on the island

Cons

• Less personal than the small-group boat tour
• A visit to the Blue Grotto is not included
• Not as land-focused as the Capri and Anacapri ferry tour above

This tour includes transportation from Naples, a boat ride around Capri, and free time on the island. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

Private Tours to Capri from Naples

Best Private Guided Tour of Capri and the Blue Grotto

Duration: 8 hours
Type: Private guided land tour
Best for: Travelers who want the classic Capri day with a private guide

This Private Capri Island and Blue Grotto Day Tour is the private version of a classic Capri day trip. It’s best if you want the island highlights, but with a guide focused on your group instead of a larger shared tour.

You’ll reach Capri by shared fast ferry, then move around the island by private convertible car for up to 5 people or shuttle bus for larger groups. The tour includes the Blue Grotto when it’s open, and if it’s closed, you’ll do a shared boat ride around the island instead.

On land, the tour includes Anacapri, Capri town, the Gardens of Augustus, and the chairlift ticket to Monte Solaro. This makes it a strong choice if you care more about seeing Capri properly than having a swim-focused boat day.

Pros

• Private guide for your group
• Very complete land-focused Capri itinerary
• Includes Blue Grotto tickets, Gardens of Augustus, and chairlift tickets to Monte Solaro
• Shared boat ride around the island if the Blue Grotto is closed

Cons

• More expensive than shared tours
• Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included

This tour includes a local guide, private convertible car or shuttle bus transport on the island, Blue Grotto tickets, Gardens of Augustus tickets, chairlift tickets, round-trip shared fast ferry to Capri, and a shared boat ride around the island if the Blue Grotto is closed. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

Best Private Boat Tour Around Capri

Duration: 7 to 8 hours
Type: Private boat tour
Best for: Couples, families, or groups who want a flexible private boat day around Capri

This Capri Private Boat Tour from Sorrento, Positano, or Naples is the private tour to choose if your priority is the sea, not a guided land itinerary.

You’ll cruise around Capri with a professional English-speaking skipper, stopping at classic coastal sights such as the White Grotto, Green Grotto, Blue Grotto, Marina Piccola, Faraglioni, Villa Malaparte, and Punta Carena Lighthouse.

The itinerary is flexible, with time for swimming, snorkeling, and lunch or shopping on land (if you want to disembark).

Just note the Naples logistics carefully. If you depart from Naples, the skipper waits for you at the port, and there are extra fees for fuel and port/disembarkation costs.

Pros

• Private boat for your group only
• Flexible itinerary with swim and snorkeling stops
• Includes snacks, drinks, bottled water, and beach towels

Cons

• Naples departures require meeting the skipper at the port
• Fuel, snorkeling gear, and some port/disembarkation fees are not included

This tour includes a professional English-speaking skipper, snacks, alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, bottled water, and beach towels. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

Pompeii and Capri Day Trip from Naples

Duration: 8 hours
Type: Combo day trip
Best for: Travelers who want to visit Pompeii and Capri in one long, efficient day

This Pompeii and Capri Island Day Trip from Naples is not the best choice if Capri is your only priority. But it’s a very practical option if you have limited time and want to see two of the biggest sights near Naples in one day.

The day starts with pickup from central Naples, the port, or the train station, then a drive to Pompeii. There, you’ll skip the ticket line and join a 2-hour walking tour of the ruins with a guide.

After Pompeii, you’ll return to Naples and take a hydrofoil to Capri. Once you arrive at Marina Grande, you’ll take the funicular to the Piazzetta and get free time to explore, shop, stop for coffee, or walk toward the Gardens of Augustus for views of the Faraglioni.

It’s a packed day, but that’s the point. This tour is for travelers who prefer seeing both Pompeii and Capri over having a slower, deeper Capri-only experience.

Pros

• Combines Pompeii and Capri in one day
• Includes Pompeii entrance fee and hydrofoil tickets
• Good option for cruise passengers or short stays in Naples

Cons

• Less time on Capri than a Capri-only tour
• Lunch and optional activities are not included

This tour includes pickup and drop-off, a local guide, Pompeii entrance fee, hydrofoil tickets, and bus or funicular transport in Capri. ➥ BOOK IT HERE

Is It Worth Taking a Capri Tour from Naples?

In my opinion, yes, especially if you only have one day. Capri is easy to reach from Naples by ferry, but the island itself can be tricky once you arrive. There are buses, taxis, funiculars, boat schedules, grotto conditions, and lots of crowds in high season.

A good tour helps you make better use of your time. This is especially true if you want to visit the Blue Grotto, see Anacapri, or take a boat ride around the island without spending half the day figuring out logistics.

If you’re comfortable planning everything yourself, Capri is doable independently. But if you want a smooth day trip from Naples, a tour can be very worth it.

FAQ: Capri Tours from Naples

What is the best Capri tour from Naples?

For most first-time visitors, the best Capri tour from Naples is a guided ferry-based tour that includes Capri, Anacapri, the Blue Grotto if open, and island transport. It gives you the classic Capri experience without having to organize every transfer yourself.

Is a ferry tour or boat tour better for Capri?

A ferry tour is better if you want to explore Capri town, Anacapri, viewpoints, and the Blue Grotto with a guide. A boat tour is better if you want sea caves, the Faraglioni, swim stops, snacks, drinks, and more time on the water.

Can you visit Capri from Naples without a tour?

Yes, you can take the ferry or hydrofoil from Naples to Capri on your own. Just remember that once you arrive, you’ll still need to organize transport around the island, Blue Grotto tickets if you want to visit, and your timing for the return ferry. For more ideas once you’re on the island, you can also check my guide to things to do in Capri.

How long do Capri tours from Naples take?

Most Capri tours from Naples take between 8 and 10.5 hours. Ferry-based tours are often around 8 to 9 hours, while boat tours can be longer because they include transfers, sailing time, swim stops, and free time on Capri.