Positano is built as a staircase, so the smart move with a dog is to let public transport do the climbing. The SITA SUD coast buses and the internal orange shuttle both take leashed, muzzled dogs, and the seasonal ferries are a cooler, calmer way to arrive than the switchback road. Whatever you take, avoid the 7 to 9 am rush and the peak midday heat, and remember your dog will still face plenty of steps between the bus road and the beach.
The blue SITA SUD buses run the coast road linking Positano with Amalfi, Sorrento and the Agerola trailhead. Small pets are allowed on a leash or in a carrier and must wear a muzzle where required; buses get very crowded, so travel early.
The little orange Mobility Amalfi Coast shuttle loops the one-way road through upper Positano, saving the brutal climb between the beach and the bus stops on the ridge. Leashed, muzzled dogs can ride it, which is a lifesaver for older or small dogs.
Seasonal ferries link Positano with Amalfi, Salerno and Capri, a scenic and far less nauseating option than the winding road. Dogs travel with a leash and muzzle for a small fare; larger dogs over 10 kg may have to stay in the boat's kennel area on deck.
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