Vietri sul Mare is a lovely coastal town in the Campania region with around 7,000 inhabitants. While not as popular as Positano or Amalfi, it attracts a significant number of tourists, especially during the summer months. In recent years, the increasing use of car rental services for exploring the Amalfi Coast has led to parking problems all along the coast. The town’s narrow streets and limited parking spaces make it difficult to find a spot throughout the whole year, and the situation is even more challenging during the peak season from June to August.
Fortunately, there are a few parking lots where visitors can try their luck, and those who don’t mind a bit of a walk or taking a taxi can park in the nearby hamlets. But still, coming to Vietri sul Mare by car or renting one is not advisable. It is better and easier to use public transportation like buses or ferries, even though they are not as comfortable as cars.
Where to park in Vietri sul Mare?
As we mentioned above, Vietri sul Mare has few paid public parking lots. They are scattered throughout the town, so you can park near the historic center or the beach. Keep in mind that you won’t have problems finding a parking spot in the winter months, but during the summer, there is a high possibility that all parking lots will be full. Here are all the paid parking spots in Vietri sul Mare:
Piazza Matteotti parking
Piazza Matteotti is a central parking area in Vietri sul Mare, located at Corso Umberto I, just a short walk from the historic center. Even though this parking is far from the beach, it is an ideal starting point for exploring the town’s ceramic shops, cafes, and restaurants. The car park has only around twenty parking spaces, so it can be pretty hard to find an available one. However, Piazza Matteotti parking is very convenient as it allows you to pay with a debit card or cash, but absolutely not recommended for long stays. Why, you may ask?
Well, because it is the priciest parking in the town with the rates of 3 euros per hour. If you still plan to park there, you can often find a spot if you arrive early in the morning or late in the afternoon. Keep in mind that the parking is very well maintained and equipped with charging stations for electric vehicles. Because of the popularity and location of this parking lot, don’t be surprised if you see cars waiting in line in front of the barrier for a parking space to become available.
Campo Sportivo parking
Campo Sportivo is an improvised parking lot in a sports field, near the beach. It is quite large, but very dusty and sunny car park, so prepare that your car will get very dirty after a few hours there. The parking costs 2 euros an hour, so as long as you spend a maximum of 5 hours there it could be fine, but leaving your car for a few days would be too expensive.
Marina di Vietri parking
Marina di Vietri parking is the name for several parking lots near the beach located mainly on the streets, and perfect for those who want to spend a day by the sea. These parking lots are located along Via Cristoforo Colombo, Via Francesco Petrarca, Via Giuseppe Pellegrino, Piazza Attilio Dela Porta, and Via Strettola. You will recognize these parking lots by blue lines next to the street. The parking fees vary, but they are generally affordable, and you can check them here.
Via Osvaldo Costabile parking
Via Osvaldo Costabile is another convenient street parking in Vietri sul Mare, located near the seaside. However, there are not so many parking spaces, and this parking is usually busy, but you can find a spot if you are visiting the town in off season. Parking fees are reasonable, and you can pay by card or cash at a parking meter.
Railway station parking
Street parking in front of the railway station, located at Via XXV Luglio, is another street parking where you can park your car for the parking rate of 1,50 euros per hour. This one is pretty far from the center of the town and the beach, but it is a good option for overnight parking. Not only this is the cheapest paid parking lot in Vietri sul Mare, but it is also located in a quiet area. Also, this parking is your best bet to find your space during the summer months.
Via Ligea parking
Via Ligea parking is actually a paid parking lot outside Vietri sul Mare, that actually belongs to Salerno city. However, it is still close enough to Vietri, so it can be a good option for parking if you can find an available parking spot in the town. Via Ligea is a large parking lot located on the edge of Porto di Salerno, and useful for those using the port or the beaches nearby.
Prices are pretty cheap with only 2 euros per 5 hours parking. There is a bus stop nearby, but unfortunately, there is no bus from there to Vietri sul Mare. You will have to take a bus from this parking lot to the center of Salerno, and then take another bus from Salerno to Vietri sul Mare if you don’t prefer to walk for around 30 minutes.
Free Vietri sul Mare parking
Unfortunately, there is no free parking in Vetri sul Mare. However, you can park for free in nearby hamlets Raito, Albori, Benincasa, Dragonea, and Molina. All of these hamlets have free street parking, so just look for look for white-lined parking spaces. During the summer months, if you are looking for parking to leave your car for a few days or a week, it is advisable to park in one of these hamlets, and then take a taxi to your accommodation in Vietri sul Mare. That way, you will save a lot of your budget and your car will be safer, because there is no such huge car and bus traffic in hamlets like in Vietri sul Mare.
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