Capri curbs strictly the size of tour groups
Capri, on the Gulf of Naples, Italy, is moving to rein in over-tourism for the summer 2026, introducing tighter controls on organized tour groups as the Italian island struggles to balance booming visitor demand with everyday life for residents.
Capri turned into a famed destination on the Mediterranean Sea from the 1950s and 1960s when movie stars, celebrities and royalties took their summer holidays there, attracted by its azure waters, limestone cliffs, and stunning sun sets over the Gulf of Naples. However, the boom in low-cost flights (nearby Naples airport attracted 13.27 million passengers in 2025 compared to 6.77 million in 2016) generates mounting pressure on Capri’s limited infrastructure.
The new framework, approved by the local council and expected to take effect from May 2026, directly targets congestion in Capri’s historic center, marina and transport hubs. Last year, the pictorial island saw a total of 2.7 million visitors.
No more than 40 people in groups
Visual crowd markers are also being phased out. Tour guides will no longer be allowed to use raised umbrellas, flags or poles to keep groups together, a common sight in peak season. In addition, operators must ensure groups remain compact, avoid blocking pathways and do not linger excessively at scenic viewpoints, allowing space for residents and independent visitors to move freely.
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