The gardens were originally commissioned by Friedrich Alfred Krupp and were known as the Krupp Gardens until 1918.
The famous Via Krupp, designed by architect Emilio Mayer, remains closed to the public due to the risk of falling rocks from the cliffside.
The botanical collection focuses on indigenous Capri vegetation, including varieties of geraniums, dahlias, and broom.
The gardens are built on a series of stone-walled terraces that reflect traditional island engineering.
The site provides one of the few vantage points to see the Marina Piccola bay and the Certosa di San Giacomo from a single elevated position.
The Gardens of Augustus are a series of terraced botanical gardens located on the island of Capri, providing panoramic views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. The site is situated near the edge of a cliff, overlooking the deep blue waters and the jagged rocks of the coastline. The gardens feature a variety of local flora arranged in structured beds along winding paths. From the terrace, visitors can view the famous Via Krupp, a historic zigzagging switchback path that descends toward Marina Piccola. The gardens were originally named after the German industrialist Friedrich Alfred Krupp, who resided in the area. The site offers clear sightlines of the Faraglioni rock formations rising from the sea. It serves as an elevated viewpoint for observing the geological contrast between the island's limestone cliffs and the Mediterranean below.
The main balcony terrace overlooking the switchbacks of the Via Krupp and the Faraglioni.
Arrive as early as possible in the morning to avoid the heavy influx of day-trippers arriving by ferry.
Bring a wide-angle lens if you intend to photograph the full span of the coastline and the Faraglioni.
Wear sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, as the paths consist of uneven stone and gravel.
Do not expect to walk down the Via Krupp, as access is strictly prohibited for safety reasons.
Open daily; however, the site may be closed during severe weather conditions or for periodic maintenance.
Maintain quiet to preserve the garden's atmosphere; do not step off designated paths or pick any flowers.
