If you want to read about part one of my day on the island of Capri, please click here.
I last left off perusing the sandals and perfume shops in the walkable alleys of Anacapri, but now it is time to make my way up to the highest point of the island of Capri on Monte Solaro.
There was a chairlift that took you on a roughly 15-minute ride from Anacapri to the mountain. The chairlift did not look all that safe, as the only thing stopping you from lurching forward was a small little bar. I was not more than about 15-20 ft off the ground throughout the whole ride, but it did little to alleviate the anxiety of sitting on a singular chairlift going up a mountain. Nevertheless, I survived the chairlift ride and I was at the top of Monte Solaro.
The top of the mountain had some paths, sitting areas, and a shop where you can get refreshments, but I was here for the views. Each side of the mountain had its own spectacular views. Looking out west was the vastness of the Atlantic Ocean.
The views on the east side of the mountain were the rest of the island of Capri and the Italian mainland. You can also see other peaks of the mountain as you walk around the viewing area. I remember the top of Monte Solaro being slightly chilly due to the altitude, but also due to the weird weather we had on our day in Capri.
After our time in Anacapri, our driver took us across the island again, this time to the main town of Capri. The town of Capri was livelier than Anacapri, and there were many more establishments to go check out. The public square had a few cafes/restaurants and the streets had a few high-end designer stores and boutique hotels. Capri is truly an island for the rich and famous.
We walked further and we came across a botanical garden (Giardini di Augusto) which had more views of the island. There were some plants and statues to look at as well, which was nice.
There was a viewpoint where I can look down to see a walkway going down the rocky cliffs. It looked rather harrowing, and I did not want to go down to sea level.
The public square area in the town of Capri was on the side of the hill, and so you can see the port from where you were standing. There was also a funicular that went down from the town of Capri to the port but I did not get to ride it.
I had to end my day with an expensive Italian beer at a cafe at the public square. I think it was like 14 Euros, which was a crazy price, but I could not pass up the opportunity. I probably will not be here again, so let me live like a European for a day.
Overall, I think I made the best of my time on the island of Capri, despite the inclement weather. Missing the Blue Grotto was annoying, but that would have been a crapshoot depending on the weather anyway. I liked seeing all the other sights, but my favorite thing was sitting at the cafe drinking an expensive beer outdoors and people-watching everyone walking around the public square.
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