Certosa di San Giacomo: A Tranquil Retreat in Capri's Heart
Discover Capri's oldest historical building, a peaceful Carthusian monastery with stunning art, architecture, and island views.
The Certosa di San Giacomo, or Charterhouse of St. James, is Capri's oldest historical building, dating back to 1371. Founded by Count Giacomo Arcucci, the monastery offers a serene escape with its beautiful cloisters, gardens, and museums, including the Diefenbach Museum and the Archaeological Museum.
A brief summary to Certosa San Giacomo Capri
- Via Certosa, 10, Capri, Metropolitan City of Naples, 80076, IT
- +390818376218
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-3:30 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-3:30 pm
- Thursday 10 am-3:30 pm
- Friday 10 am-3:30 pm
- Saturday 10 am-3:30 pm
- Sunday 10 am-3:30 pm
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the walk from Capri's Piazzetta to the Certosa involves some walking.
- Visit during the late afternoon for a shady and relaxing break from the sun.
- Check the official website or tourist information in Marina Grande or Piazzetta for current opening hours and prices, as they may vary.
Getting There
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Walking
From Capri's Piazzetta (Piazza Umberto I), walk east along Via Vittorio Emanuele, then continue onto Via Federico Serena. Turn left onto Via Certosa. The walk is approximately 5 minutes. Note that the center of Capri is a pedestrian-only area.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Chiesa Evangelica Tedesca
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Centro Documentale dell'isola di Capri
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Chiesa di Santo Stefano
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Torre dell'Orologio
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Piazza Umberto I
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Piazzetta Cesare Battisti
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Chiesa di San Michele alla Croce
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Via dei Faraglioni
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La Canzone del Mare
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Chiesa di Sant'Andrea
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Catholic cemetery and Protestant Cemetery Capri
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Capri Island Tour
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Belvedere del Pizzolungo
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Tours of Capri
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Gianni's Boat
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Unmissable attractions to see
Garden Augusto
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Giardini di Augusto
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Lenin monument
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Monumento a Lenin
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Via Camerelle
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Belvedere di Punta Cannone
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Museo Ignazio Cerio
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Piazzetta Cerio
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Azura grotta
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Piazzetta di Capri
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Clock Tower
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Scultura Walking in beauty
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Grotta Albergo dei Marinai
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Via Krupp
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Belvedere Tragara
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Essential places to dine
Villa Margherita
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Ristorante Il Geranio Capri
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La Terraza di Venere
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Pane & Champagne
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Al Chiaro di Luna
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Le Camerelle
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Ai Faraglioni
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Villa Verde
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Lo Zaffiro Capri
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Bianca Rooftop
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Gennaro's Restaurant
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Aurora
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Angelica Capri Ristorante
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Ristorante D'Amore
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La capannina ristorante
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Capri Me
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Il Caprito 16
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Louis Vuitton Capri Men
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Saint Laurent
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Canfora Capri Sandals
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Hermès Capri
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DIOR Capri Camerelle
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Bottega Veneta Capri
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Buonanno boutique Capri
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Gucci - Capri Camerelle
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Dolce&Gabbana
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Miu Miu Capri
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VERSACE
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Capri Watch
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Capri Rooftop
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Bar La Pompeiana
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Taverna Anema e Core
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Hangout Capri
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Salotto Bohèmien - Wine Lounge Terrace
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Bar Tiberio
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il Piccolo - Capri
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Qubè Cafè
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Jacky Bar
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YUU-BAR-GALLERY
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Bar Funicolare
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New Europa Bar Di Fabbrocino Domenico
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Bar Due Golfi Di Cataldo Roberto
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Bar Il Barbone
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The Garden Bar
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