Ischia
In contrast with its famous sister island of Capri, mountainous, volcanic Ischia is blessed with beautiful beaches, hot natural springs, a fashionable marina and village, the enchanting castle and centuries old houses offer magical views.
Ischia is the largest island in the bay of Naples, a mere four miles from mainland. At its nearest point, Ischia rises out of the sea in a series of pointy green hillocks. Largely volcanic, visitors have long been attracted to Ischia for its abundance of thermal springs since Roman times and now many of the hotels offer traditional thermal treatments. Ischia is also very scenic on the southern side, Sant’Angelo, a tiny fishing village, enjoys long golden beaches, as well as the nearby stretch of the Spiaggia dei Maronti, the loveliest island beach. The port of Ischia is very characteristic and throughout the island you can discover wooded hills contrasting with terraced vineyards.
Ischia holiday highlights
- Pamper yourself with the natural health enhancing thermal springs boasted in Ischia since the Roman times. Aphrodite Apollon Thermal Garden in Sant’Angelo or many hotels on the island offer superb treatments.
- Whilst in Sant’Angelo visit the lovely fishing village and the long beach of the Maronti, the largest beach on the island.
- Explore Lacco Ameno from the coast to the slopes of Mount Epomeo, famous for the large rock, just off its shores.
- Meander through the pretty town of Ischia with its bustling shops, lively bars and restaurants, or enjoy the picturesque pastel washed houses along what was once a volcanic lake and the Ischia Ponte which leads up to the Aragonese Castle.
- Take a day trip to see the pastel pinks, whites and yellows of Procida’s tiny cubic houses, the smallest, unspoilt island closest to Naples.
