Ischia
Latest page update: 8 November 2024
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It wasn't so long ago that when you spoke to somebody about Ischia you had to describe it as "an island near Naples" but awareness has grown to such an extent that it's become one of the primary destinations in the Campania region.
Once you visit Ischia you'll see why it's becoming so popular; a heady cocktail of beautiful beaches, thermal water and the soaring 389 metre high Mount Epomeo from which you can see the island's layout and how it fits into the overall topography of the Gulf of Naples. |
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Ischia remains one of the most authentically Italian destinations of its kind; English isn't as widely spoken as it is in say Sorrento or Capri, but for many people, this is one of the things that makes it so charming.
The main sight is Castello Aragonese, an iconic castle built on its own little island connected to the main island via a stone walkway. The castle is located in the charming borgo of Ischia Ponte which was the setting for a number of films including The Talented Mr Ripley (in which it was named "Mongibello", much to the islander's chagrin) and the original Cleopatra (the one with Richard Burton and Liz Taylor), to name just a few.
There are around 20 beaches on the island but among its most unique features there are a series of thermal water parks where you'll find naturally heated water at different temperatures in stunning locations.
The island has six "comuni" (similar to UK boroughs for example), each with their own character and charm and lots of places where you can go hiking in the cooler months.
Most visitors come to Ischia via Naples where it's an hour on the hydrofoil or a bit longer on the car ferries. You can also get there from Sorrento, again an hour, or the neighbouring island of Procida which is 20-30 minutes away. During peak months you can also reach Ischia from Amalfi Coast locations including Positano and Amalfi, while during July and August there are also links with the islands of Ventotene and Ponza in the Lazio region.
I could write a book about Ischia so rather than rabbit on (ironically rabbit is the speciality dish on the island) too much here, I'll direct you towards the website via the green button below where you'll find a wealth of information and photos.
The main sight is Castello Aragonese, an iconic castle built on its own little island connected to the main island via a stone walkway. The castle is located in the charming borgo of Ischia Ponte which was the setting for a number of films including The Talented Mr Ripley (in which it was named "Mongibello", much to the islander's chagrin) and the original Cleopatra (the one with Richard Burton and Liz Taylor), to name just a few.
There are around 20 beaches on the island but among its most unique features there are a series of thermal water parks where you'll find naturally heated water at different temperatures in stunning locations.
The island has six "comuni" (similar to UK boroughs for example), each with their own character and charm and lots of places where you can go hiking in the cooler months.
Most visitors come to Ischia via Naples where it's an hour on the hydrofoil or a bit longer on the car ferries. You can also get there from Sorrento, again an hour, or the neighbouring island of Procida which is 20-30 minutes away. During peak months you can also reach Ischia from Amalfi Coast locations including Positano and Amalfi, while during July and August there are also links with the islands of Ventotene and Ponza in the Lazio region.
I could write a book about Ischia so rather than rabbit on (ironically rabbit is the speciality dish on the island) too much here, I'll direct you towards the website via the green button below where you'll find a wealth of information and photos.
Isola di Ischia
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Region: Campania
Province: Metropolitan City of Naples Population: 62,238 (2024 - source) Size: 46 km² Highlights: Castello Aragonese, Thermal Parks, Beaches Recommended accommodation: Grand Hotel Il Moresco |
