Villa Cimbrone

Overview

Villa Cimbrone is a grand historic estate at the southern end of Ravello, famous for its Terrace of Infinity with one of the most photographed panoramas in the Mediterranean.

Highlights

• Terrace of Infinity: a cliff-edge loggia lined with marble busts and unobstructed views.
• Rose garden: hundreds of varieties in season (May-June).
• Temple of Bacchus: a small classical folly tucked among cypress trees.

History

The estate was reshaped by Ernest William Beckett, Lord Grimthorpe, who purchased it in 1904. Greta Garbo famously stayed here in 1937.

Visitor Tips

• Entry fee: EUR 7.
• Morning visit: fewer tour groups and better light on the terrace.
• Duration: 1-1.5 hours.