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Museo del Mare featuring night scenes and heritage elements
Ischia featuring general coastal views, a coastal town and landscape views
Aragonese Castle which includes a garden
Ischia featuring markets
Aragonese Castle showing interior views
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Ischia must see attractions

1. Ischia Port

Ischia Port is the main arrival and departure point for the Italian island of Ischia. Ferries and hydrofoils run at regular intervals to and from Naples. Before seeing the island, explore the surrounding town of Ischia Porto, named after this man-made harbor.
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Ischia Port featuring a sunset and a bay or harbor

2. Aragonese Castle

With its buildings perched on the top of rocky cliffs just offshore, the Aragonese Castle of Ischia is a sight to behold. Explore the churches, garden and convent of this ancient medieval fortress and imagine how attackers were easily repelled from here.
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Aragonese Castle which includes general coastal views, night scenes and heritage elements

3. Cartaromana Beach

Admire the Aragonese Castle in the distance, check out the Rocks of Sant’Anna or simply relax on the sand of the picturesque Cartaromana Beach in Ischia Ponte.
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Cartaromana Beach which includes island images, general coastal views and heritage elements

4. Via Vittoria Colonna

On your visit to Ischia, walk along charming Corso Vittoria Colonna. This road with its bountiful collection of stunning shops, exquisite restaurants and lavish hotels cuts through Ischia’s main town, Ischia Porto. It ends at a 15th-century castle, Castello Aragonese.
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Via Vittoria Colonna showing street scenes as well as a small group of people

5. Diocesan Museum

The Diocesan Museum is the diocese, or parish, museum of the quaint little island of Ischia. Visit this small museum in the Palazzo del Seminario (Palace of the Seminary) to see a wealth of historic and religious artifacts.
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Diocesan Museum

6. Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta

The Cattedrale di Santa Maria Assunta is a subtle yet beautiful building that adds to the authentic atmosphere and historic value of the island of Ischia.
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Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta showing general coastal views and a coastal town

What to do in Ischia

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Ischia Port featuring a sunset and a bay or harbor

Ischia Port

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Enjoy a drink on a terrace beside the water, organize a boat trip, or just watch the comings and goings at the main port of the beautiful little island of Ischia.

Ischia Port
Aragonese Castle which includes general coastal views, night scenes and heritage elements

Aragonese Castle

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Tear yourself away long enough from snorkeling and relaxing in the thermal spas of Ischia to explore this gem of a medieval fortress on a rocky islet in the Bay of Naples.

Aragonese Castle
Cartaromana Beach which includes a pebble beach, a coastal town and rugged coastline

Cartaromana Beach

Facing Homonym Bay, this cute little Italian Beach on the Island of Ischia has fine sands, a nice waterfront restaurant and splendid castle views.

Cartaromana Beach
Via Vittoria Colonna showing street scenes as well as a small group of people

Via Vittoria Colonna

Walking through the towns is an excellent way to discover the soul of Italy. Saunter down this street filled with atmosphere, attractions and shopping.

Via Vittoria Colonna
English Beach showing general coastal views

Spiaggia Degli Inglesi

Snorkel in the inlet to find hidden caves or rent a sun lounger to sunbathe in style on this hidden little beach beside Ischia Porto.

Spiaggia Degli Inglesi
Diocesan Museum

Diocesan Museum

Discover Ischia’s religious history and admire ancient artifacts in this small but interesting church and cathedral museum housed in a palace.

Diocesan Museum
Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta showing general coastal views and a coastal town

Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta

Bask in the serenity and the bright interior of this elegant cathedral near the water’s edge in Ischia Ponte.

Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta
Chiesa di San Pietro featuring heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Chiesa di San Pietro

This pretty yellow-and-white church in the heart of Ischia Porto is worth the little detour from the beach if you are interested in Baroque architecture or religious art.

Chiesa di San Pietro
Museo del Mare featuring night scenes and heritage elements

Museo del Mare

You can study the exhibits at Museo del Mare, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Ischia Ponte. Visit the area's spas or amble around its beautiful beaches.

Museo del Mare

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Ischia showing a house and heritage architecture

Ischia Porto

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Ischia Porto is known for its captivating waterfront views, and you can make a stop by Ischia Port and Spiaggia di San Pietro while in the area.

Ischia Porto

Popular day trips from Ischia

Casamicciola Terme

Casamicciola Terme

Ischia Ponte which includes general coastal views, a coastal town and landscape views

Ischia Ponte

Frequently asked questions

Is Ischia worth visiting?
With a blend of views and history, there's no shortage of things to do in Ischia. When you're here, check out Poseidon Thermal Gardens, a leading attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Ischia?
After you've visited major attractions like Poseidon Thermal Gardens and Cartaromana Beach, spend some time enjoying the retail and food options in Ischia.
What is the top tourist attraction in Ischia?
Poseidon Thermal Gardens is one of the top tourist attractions in Ischia and deserves a spot on every itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Ischia?
Book an escape in Ischia for three days and you'll easily be able to check out its main sights and get a feel for the local vibe. For the chance to enjoy highlights in nearby areas and venture off the tourist trail, consider hanging around for a week or longer.
What are some activities to do in Ischia with kids?
Planning what to do in Ischia with kids is easier than ever. Whether you're traveling with toddlers or teenagers, there are loads of family-friendly sights to keep everyone busy here.

What to do in Ischia for adults?
Terme di Ischia and Belliazzi Thermal Baths are just a couple of the things to do in Ischia. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Ischia?
From relaxing in parks to strolling around hip neighborhoods, it's a breeze to discover free things to do in Ischia. If you're stuck for ideas, get some recommendations from a local tour guide. Cartaromana Beach is a must for anyone wishing to save on their travel adventures.