The Certosa di San Giacomo in Capri is one of the most intriguing historical sites on the Italian island. The panorama from the charterhouse is breathtaking, stretching from the Faraglioni as far as Marina Piccola bay.
Built at the behest of Count Giacomo Arcucci, it is the oldest monastery in Capri and today is also home to an original museum dedicated to the German painter Karl Wilhelm Diefenbach.
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Opening days
Open from Tuesday to Sunday
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Opening times
10.00-18.00
last admission 17.30
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Closing
Monday
25 December
1 January - Web Certosa di San Giacomo
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Feature List
- Info line
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Accessibility
Partially accessible site -
Info Reservation
individuals and groups: 848.800.288
HISTORY
The Certosa was built between 1371 and 1373 on land donated by Queen Joanna I of Naples. For centuries it housed the Carthusian order of monastics, who lived in seclusion here until 1808. That year the Franco-Neapolitan troops of Joachim Murat arrived in Capri and defeated the British garrison hosted on the island, confiscating all of the possessions and privileges of the monks. In 1815 the building was used as a barracks before later becoming a hospice. It wasn’t until 1927 that the first work was carried out to restore its original 14th century structures.
VISITING THE CERTOSA
Be amazed by the beauty of a typical example of Mediterranean architecture. Walk through the 14th century cloister, the Chiostro piccolo, and the majestic Chiostro grande. Take a look at the Giardino del Priore, a garden rich in spices and medicinal plants, grown according to the ancient rules of the Carthusian apothecaries. The magnificent Certosa is also a venue for international exhibitions, conferences, concerts and cultural events, hosted against the backdrop of one of Capri’s most historical sites.
It is difficult to resist the charm of the Certosa di San Giacomo in Capri. Contact us to organise your visit.
Services
- Audioguide available in Italian, English, French, German, Spanish
Where
Via Certosa 80073, Capri (NA)
Visiting Rules
- Accesses with restrictions
- The body temperature will be measured at the entrance, indicating 37.5°C as the limit threshold
- Inside the monument it will be essential to wear personal protective equipment such as face masks.
