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Garden · Capri, Campânia
Giardini di Augusto
Terraced gardens on the south of the island, with views of the Faraglioni, the bay of Marina Piccola and the curves of Via Krupp.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Giardini di Augusto
The Giardini di Augusto were created at the beginning of the 20th century by the German industrialist Friedrich Alfred Krupp, who spent seasons in Capri. They were first called Jardins Krupp; later they took the name of the emperor Augusto, who owned property on the island.
They are terraced flower gardens with Mediterranean plants, benches and viewpoints. On one side you can see the line of the Faraglioni rising from the sea; on the other, the bay of Marina Piccola and the island's southern coast.
Just below the gardens is the Via Krupp, a zigzag path cut into the rock that descends to Marina Piccola. It was opened by Krupp and designed by the engineer Emilio Mayer, and is clearly visible from the viewpoints. The path is often closed due to rockfall risk: check before relying on it.
Next to the gardens is the Certosa di San Giacomo, a former Carthusian monastery from the 14th century.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 30 minutes to one hour.
Best time
In the morning, with good light on the Faraglioni, or in the late afternoon. The gardens are open all year, with hours that change according to the season.
How to get there
From the Piazzetta, about ten minutes on foot via Via Vittorio Emanuele, Via Federico Serena and Via Matteotti.
Tip
Entrance has a low-cost ticket, sold on site and online. Do not plan to descend via the Via Krupp without confirming it is open; there are buses to Marina Piccola.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Giardini di Augusto
Is Via Krupp open?
The path is often closed due to rockfall risk. From the Giardini di Augusto viewpoints you can see the entire switchback. Check the situation before you go.
Are the gardens far from the Piazzetta?
No, about a ten-minute walk.
What can you see from the gardens?
The Faraglioni, the bay of Marina Piccola, the island's southern coast and the curves of Via Krupp.