solo trip to sorrento

Yes flying in to Naples is best choice
Sorrento is very safe, anywhere near town center would be fine

There are dozens of threads here about travel to and around Sorrento and AC-a forum search will bring them up

Here is last 2 years search “Sorrento”

https://search.ricksteves.com/?button=&date_range=2y&filter=Travel+Forum&query=Sorrento+

Welcome to this newsboard, clw11, with your first post. As noted, there are a LOT of posts about Sorrento available for easy research, with the Search box top center, blue type. Although little changes, there are filters for 6, 12, and 24 months after you see the search results.

It is hard to tell you the best time, because we don't know if you are working, are sensitive to heat, have a rock-bottom budget, or what you like to do in the evening. Do you understand that Sorrento is a purpose-built, postwar resort town, but it is NOT a "beach town." It has the best low-cost and frequent transit for daytrips all over the area. But there are a LOT fewer ferries from November to April. OTOH, the inexpensive SITA busses are absolutely jammed from May to September. You often have to wait for the next bus (from Sorrento) because the line is so long. Sorrento tends to book up six to nine months in advance for peak season, May to September. But some hotels are closed off-season, so there can be fewer choices.

It is hard to tell if you are focused on imagined safety concerns. Pickpocketing aside, there is far less street crime in Europe than in any part of the United States. Have you been to Europe before? Where did you go? What was good about the trips?

Hi there
So peak season is May to September. I like to walk so activities will be fine for me. I do not have a rock bottom financial support system. I’m going by myself. I want to see the beautiful area. I understand about not being a beach town. That was not my. Intention. I want to plan day trips along the Positano/amalfi coast and sorry to bring my home base. Would a hotel or b&b be better for solo traveling. I’m thinking march or April before the peak season
Are there specific companies I should email regarding things to do and places to see being solo?
Thank you so much for your information
Christina W

Oh by the I have been to Europe. I went to Ireland last year. Solo trip. Dublin and Belfast in which I set up travel and day trips each day
It was fantastic!
Christina W

I’m thinking march or April before the peak season

Easter is April 5 and April 25 is an Italian holiday.
Ferries will be limited if running in March. Weather iffy.

Not much difference between hotels and B&B. Either works if you find something that suits you. (pr do you mean AirBnB?)
We prefer hotels for the front desk, amenities, bkft.

Use Booking.com to research- use their filters, read the reviews. Book there or on the hotel website.

Spend some time reading through all the Sorrento/AC threads here. They are full of info.
Ask specific questions as needed.

Recommendation for tours, etc
Mondo Guides
www.sharedtours.com

Get a good guide book- RS offers one
https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/p/amalfi-coast-guidebook

Hello Christina. I’d recommend late April to early June or mid-September to early October. Also, you'd fly into Naples International Airport (NAP). From there, it’s about an hour to Sorrento by car or transfer, or a bit longer by train or ferry (which can be a fun scenic option if your schedule allows). For accommodation, I'd suggest looking for places in or near Sorrento’s historic center, close to Piazza Tasso. It’s lively but safe. Options: Hotel Plaza and Maison Il Conservatorio.

PS since you're thinking about exploring the Amalfi Coast from Sorrento, you might enjoy this article I came across https://www.ferryhopper.com/en/blog/featured/top-villages-amalfi-coast