About
This volcanic island paradise combines therapeutic hot springs with pristine beaches and lush Mediterranean gardens, making it a perfect retreat from the mainland's hustle. Ischia's natural thermal pools, medieval Castello Aragonese, and excellent local wines create an authentic Italian island experience away from the crowds.
Ischia is a volcanic island in the Bay of Naples, Italy, reached by ferry from the mainland. It suits a visitor looking for a slower pace, with the sea, the gardens and the thermal springs set against a volcanic landscape.
What the island offers
- Thermal pools: Ischia is known for its natural hot springs, which many visitors come to bathe in for their therapeutic qualities.
- Beaches: The island has clean, pristine stretches of coast where you can swim or simply relax by the water.
- Gardens: Lush Mediterranean vegetation covers much of the island, and wandering among it is a pleasant way to spend a day.
- Castello Aragonese: This medieval castle is one of the island's landmarks and a place to step back in time.
- Local wine: The island's wines are a good reason to linger over a meal and taste something made close to home.
The character of a visit
Ischia feels removed from the bustle of the mainland. Its appeal lies in the combination of relaxation and place: time in warm springs, a swim in the sea, a walk through green gardens and a glass of local wine at the end of the day. Visitors who want an authentic Italian island experience away from the crowds will find that this is what the island is best at.
