Meta and Marina di Cassano sit just along the coast from Sorrento, near some of the Sorrentine Peninsula's rarer sandy beaches. They are linked to Sorrento by the Circumvesuviana rail line and generally feel calmer and more affordable than the town centre. They suit beach-focused and budget-minded visitors happy to travel a short way for the main sights.
Marina di Cassano is a small harbour with sandy beach areas below the town of Meta, which spreads across the slopes above with local shops and everyday services. The setting is more workaday than resort-glossy, with a genuine coastal-town feel. Evenings are quiet and local rather than lively.
Getting around
Meta has its own Circumvesuviana station a few stops from Sorrento, making the ride to Piazza Tasso quick. For Naples Capodichino (NAP), take the Circumvesuviana toward Naples with an onward connection, or arrange a private transfer.
Before you book this area
- Budget
- Often more affordable than central Sorrento, especially for beach-focused stays.
- Beaches
- Among the better spots on the peninsula for sandy beach areas.
- Watch out for
- It is a train ride from Sorrento's centre, so factor in travel time for dinners and sights.
Frequently asked
How do I get to Sorrento's centre from Meta?
The Circumvesuviana train reaches Sorrento in a few stops, and services run regularly through the day, though check the last evening departures.
Is the beach walkable from Meta town?
Marina di Cassano's beach sits below the town, reachable on foot but down a slope, so the return climb is worth keeping in mind.
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Sources
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