<p class="ingestion featured-caption">I've lived on the Amalfi Coast for 17 years. Laura Thayer</p><ul class="summary-list"><li>After living on the <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/things-to-know-visiting-amalfi-coast-busy-season-first-time">Amalfi Coast</a> for 17 years, I've learned which activities are worth doing.</li><li>Instead of buying premade sorbet, I recommend visiting a lemon farm for a locally-made version.</li></ul><p>When deciding to <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/why-never-go-to-amalfi-coast-again-mistakes-honeymoon-2024">vacation on the Amalfi Coast</a>, many travelers hope to experience the area like a local.</p><p>About <a target="_blank" class href="https://travel.usnews.com/Amalfi_Coast_Italy/">5 million visitors</a> make their way to the Amalfi Coast every year — which makes running into tourist traps seem inevitable.</p><p>However, I've had plenty of time to be a tourist in my own area. Having lived on the Amalfi Coast for the past 17 years, I've learned what's worth visiting and what activities travelers can probably skip.</p><p>Here are five alternatives to <a target="_blank" class href="https://www.businessinsider.com/things-you-should-never-do-amalfi-coast-italy-from-local-2024-5">popular tourist activities</a> for those looking to experience the Amalfi Coast like a local.</p>