Via San Cesareo (San Cesareo Street), Sorrento

San Cesareo Street is one of Sorrento’s oldest and most active thoroughfares. In Roman times, it served as the central cross street of ancient Sorrento, and despite the centuries, its function has changed very little. Today the street is slightly shorter than Italy Avenue, but far more compact. While Italy Avenue offers wider sidewalks and larger storefronts, San Cesareo Street often feels packed, with people and merchandise sharing nearly every inch of space.

The crowding contributes to the lively atmosphere. Shops spill into the street with ceramics, inlaid woodwork, leather goods, and plenty of bottles of Sorrento’s famous lemon liqueur. Visitors often find San Cesareo Street more entertaining than Italy Avenue, partly because of its tight layout and constant movement. The street eventually merges into Fuoro Street, which continues the same pattern of small shops, food stops, and steady pedestrian flow.

Midway along the route stands the Dominova Seat (Sedile Dominova), built in 1319. Once a gathering place for local nobles, it now hosts groups of card players who keep the tradition of community meetings alive. Next to it is the Addolorata Church, a Baroque structure from 1739 that adds a historical pause to the busy street. Sorrento Cathedral, located on nearby Italy Avenue, is only a short walk away.

For centuries, San Cesareo Street has remained a hub for shopping. Visitors can fill their bags with souvenirs, crafts, curios, and countless small finds, making it one of the city’s most engaging places to explore.