Capri guide
🇮🇹 Packing List
What to pack for Capri
In May, Capri is typically mild, light rain possible (17°C - 22°C). This list adapts to those conditions; adjust for your exact travel dates.
Capri essentials
- Swimwear (2 sets)
- Beach cover-up or sarong
- Flip-flops
- Smart-casual outfits (skip gym wear for dinners)
Documents
- Photo ID
- Passport (valid 6+ months)
- Visa / e-visa printout
- Return / onward flight tickets
- Travel insurance policy
- Hotel booking confirmations
- Passport-size photographs (2-4)
- Photocopies / phone photos of passport and tickets, stored separately
Clothing
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable closed walking shoes
- Compact umbrella
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days (6 sets)
- Very light, breathable cotton or linen clothing
- Swimwear (2 sets)
- Beach cover-up or sarong
- Flip-flops
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- After-sun lotion
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
- Power adaptor: Type C/F/L plugs, 230V.
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Local currency: Euro (EUR)
- Cards widely accepted. Bring cash for small shops.
Local know-how
- Local SIM: Get on mainland. Coverage good on island.
- Overpriced restaurants - check menus
- May highlights: San Costanzo festival; Perfect weather begins
Trip gear
- Dry bag for valuables