Blue Grotto Tours in Capri: The 15 Best Trips

1.Exclusive Capri Boat Tour and Optional Blue Grotto

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,170 reviews · from $143Our pick

From Sorrento, a small boat carrying up to 12 people circles Capri’s cliffs, grottos, Faraglioni rocks, and Punta Carena lighthouse. You’ll swim, snorkel, sip drinks, and have four hours ashore. Choose the early option for the Blue Grotto, subject to sea conditions. Guides such as Fabrizio, Emmanuel, Antonio, and Michele keep the day moving.

“Triple Excellent. If snacks were available that would be magnificent!”

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2.Capri Blue Grotto Small-Group Boat Day Tour From Sorrento

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,511 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $131

Sail from Sorrento to Capri on a boat limited to 12 people, reaching the Blue Grotto early when sea conditions allow. Your crew may include guides such as Flavio, Agatha, or Alessandro. You’ll see the island’s grottos, Faraglioni, lighthouse, and Roman villa, enjoy drinks and fruit, swim with supplied masks, and get three hours on Capri.

“Overpriced. The crew was very nice and helpful. The circumstances were not their fault. Did not get into the Blue Grotto due to rough seas. The whole reason for booking this excursion was to go into the Blue Grotto. I truly believe the best customer service would be to give a partial refund if the grotto is closed for the day. It was the most disappointing day. It was our 25th wedding anniversary and we paid a lot of money just to go to Capri and spend more money for lunch and a bit of souvenir shopping. Complete waste of a lot of money. I would not recommend this tour.”

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3.Island Boat Tour with Blue Grotto Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 2,071 reviews · 2 hours · from $28Best value

Circle Capri from Marina Grande on a two-hour sightseeing boat ride with an Italian and English-speaking crew. You’ll pass the Faraglioni, Casa Malaparte, Green Grotto, Punta Carena Lighthouse, and other coastal sights before stopping at the Blue Grotto. Entry costs €18 extra and requires a transfer to a small wooden rowboat.

“Great guide. Beautiful views. Love that he took time to take everyone’s photos!!”

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4.Capri & Blue Grotto Semi Private Boat Day Trip from Sorrento

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,053 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $216Top rated

Set out from Sorrento on a traditional gozzo with up to eight people, a skipper, and an English-speaking host such as Luca, Anna, or Francesco. Cruise past grottos, Faraglioni rocks, Roman ruins, and Villa Malaparte, stop to swim, visit the Blue Grotto when conditions allow, then spend up to four hours exploring Capri independently.

“Amazing 10/10! Luca & Anna were the best they made the trip fun & exciting while catering to us with snacks and drinks ! Highly recommend for a family group or couple! This is our 2nd time doing this trip and we had THE BEST TIME ! Thank you Anna & Luca HIGHLIGHT OF OUR ITALY TRIP!”

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5.From Sorrento: Capri Boat Tour with Blue Grotto Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,759 reviews · from $141

Sail from Sorrento in a small group of up to 12 with an English or Italian guide such as Lucio, Agatha, or Alessandro. Circle Capri, try for the Blue Grotto, swim near the island, and spend about three hours ashore. Drinks, fruit, snorkeling masks, and a restroom are included, but Capri and Blue Grotto fees cost extra.

“This was an unbelievable experience. Luciano and Dario were AMAZING!!!! We had two little kids with us (4 and 1.5 years old), and they were so friendly and accommodating. Capri was so busy- we tried to visit Anacapri, do the chair lift, and visit capri but it was too much. We recommend picking one or the other. Our favorite part was being on the boat with Luciano and Dario more than being on capri. And we loved the blue grotto! We will definitely do again!”

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6.From Naples: Capri and Blue Grotto Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 966 reviews · from $173

Spend nine hours traveling from Naples to Capri by fast ferry, minibus, and boat. With an English-speaking guide such as Alberto, Tiziana, Serena, or Giorgio, visit the Blue Grotto if weather allows, explore Anacapri and La Piazzetta, and enjoy free time before returning to Naples.

“Luigi was an excellent guide. He went out of his way to provide extra sightseeing spots for phototaking. He also gave a description of the various sights to add to the experience. Pedro was a fantastic driver navigating through the meandering road along the Amalfi cost.”

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7.From Sorrento: Day Trip to Capri with Blue Grotto

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 886 reviews · 6 - 9 hours · from $88

Start early from Sorrento’s Marina Piccola for a boat ride to Capri, a coastal cruise past the Faraglioni, grottoes, Casa Malaparte, and Punta Carena, then five hours to explore Capri and Anacapri. Guides including Michele, Gaetano, and Haiqua help with timing, buses, the chairlift, and local choices. The Blue Grotto costs extra and depends on sea conditions.

“It was a lovely experience. Liked the day trip. Not much of a guided tour. It was more a transportation to and from Capri. Wish we got the option to stay till the last ferry ride back. Also, there is a landing tax of 5 euros which needs to be paid in cash. This is not mentioned on the website. It’s a hassle to get cash .”

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8.From Naples: Capri, Anacapri, and Blue Grotto Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 711 reviews · from $192

Travel by fast ferry from Naples to Capri, then explore Anacapri, the Blue Grotto when sea conditions allow, and Capri town with an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Tiziana, Michele, Alberto, and Marcella are praised for clear timing and useful local advice. Lunch and the Mount Solaro chairlift cost extra.

“Our guide was wonderful! Blue grotto was beautiful. Transportation while we were there was great. The boat ride from Naples was a little rough & the boat ride back to Naples was really scary.”

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9.Capri Coast to Coast: Boat Tour with Optional Blue Grotto

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 686 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.) · from $28

Start at Marina Grande for a 1 to 2 hour boat ride around Capri with English and Italian commentary. You will see the Natural Arch, Villa Malaparte, Faraglioni, Punta Carena lighthouse, and several grottos. Add the Blue Grotto for an extra €18, but allow up to two hours for the wait and check sea conditions first.

“The tour lasted at least a good hour. The wait was short and the tour guide was informative and friendly. The drinks sold on board were not overpriced. The day we went the blue grotto was not open due to high tide.”

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10.Naxos: Isola Bella, Blue Grotto, & Mazzarò Bay Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 568 reviews · 2 hours · from $43

Set out from Pontile Pizzichella for a relaxed two-hour cruise along Taormina’s coast. You’ll see Grotta della Conchiglia, the Faraglioni of Capo Taormina, Isola Bella, Blue Grotto, and Mazzarò Bay. Guides including Francesco, Antonio, and Salvatore keep the ride lively, with a swim stop, welcome drink, snacks, and time for photos.

“Great way to spend 2 hours. Francesco was very good, full of fun.”

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11.Island Sightseeing Tour with Blue Grotto Stop

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 473 reviews · 1 hour · from $28

Cruise from Marina Grande around Capri on the Laser Capri, with an English or Italian host, skipper, onboard bathroom, and close views of the Faraglioni, Natural Arch, White Grotto, and Villa Malaparte. The Blue Grotto stop is not an included cave visit. Entry costs €18 and may involve a long wait or closure due to sea conditions.

“Was a great tour of the island. We stopped very close to all of the attractions and the tour guide was very informative. Unfortunately the tide was too high to stop at the Blue Grotto but we stopped very close to the Green Grotto which was very impressive. Great trip”

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12.From Sorrento: Capri and Blue Grotto Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 340 reviews · from $202

Spend eight hours cruising from Sorrento to Capri aboard a traditional gozzo with no more than eight people. An English-speaking guide and skipper show you the island’s grottoes, Faraglioni Rocks, Natural Arch, and Punta Carena, with three to five hours ashore, swimming stops, snacks, drinks, and limoncello. Guides may include Anna, Luca, Yanina, or Antonio.

“Absolutely amazing experience. Captain and decky truly make this experience something to remember. my wife and I had such a fun day! Would definitely do again!”

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13.Island Boat Tour and Optional Blue Grotto Visit

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 296 reviews · 2 hours · from $34

Start at Pier 23 in Marina Grande and join a two-hour coastal cruise with an English- or Italian-speaking skipper. You’ll pass Tiberius’s Leap, Arco Naturale, the Faraglioni, and several sea caves. The Blue Grotto stop is optional, costs €19, and can involve a long wait or closure in rough seas.

“Guide hard to understand and tour was only one hour not 1-2 as presented. Some lack of transparency regarding the blue grotto part of this tour. -my impression was that they know very well that they are unlikely to be able to include the blue grotto on this tour and should declare this in advance.”

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14.From Sorrento: Capri, Anacapri, & Blue Grotto Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 271 reviews · from $192

Meet your English-speaking guide at Sorrento’s Marina Piccola, then take the express ferry to Capri. Travel by shuttle bus, visit the Blue Grotto when sea conditions allow, and enjoy free time in Anacapri and Capri. Guides such as Luigi, Marcella, and Anamaria add local stories, practical tips, and good timing to a busy island day.

“It was a fantastic day trip. Our guide Marcella was amazing. Very informative and catered for everybody.”

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15.Capri and Blue Grotto Boat Cruise with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 265 reviews · from $134

You’ll cruise from Sorrento to Capri with a skipper and a small group of up to 12 people. Expect coastal sights, the Faraglioni, sea caves, two swim and snorkel stops, snacks, drinks, and limoncello. Guides may include Luisa, Giuseppe, Antonio, or Manuel, though staffing varies. The Blue Grotto costs extra and may involve a long wait.

“Very good , and they surprised us with few extra treats witch I will not name, so new clients get a surprise”

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