About Gulf of Napoli

The Gulf of Napoli, also known as the Bay of Naples, is located on the southwest coast of Italy, with the city of Naples to the north and the Tyrrhenian Sea to the west. The Gulf of Napoli is home some of the world’s most enchanting and beautiful islands, namely Capri, Ischia and Procida, as well as numerous picturesque towns with gorgeous coastal views. Immerse yourself in the region’s history with a visit to Mount Vesuvius and the Roman ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum, or spend your day simply indulging in the celebrated Neapolitan cuisine. There is a wide choice of ferry routes from the Gulf of Napoli’s islands to many cities on the mainland coast, operated by a number of excellent ferry companies. There are also frequent, high-speed crossings available to the Pontine Islands to the west.

About Pontine Islands

The Pontines are an Italian archipelago comprising Gavi, Zannone, Palmorola, Ventotene, Santo Stefano and Ponza in the Tyrrhenian Sea to the northwest of Naples. Although small, these islands offer a lot to all types of holidaymaker. Several archaeological sites are scattered across Venetone, and Ponza, the most visited and popular, boasts superb swimming, snorkelling and sailing conditions. As you would expect from Mediterranean islands, the Pontines have some beautiful beaches, too, both sandy and rocky. Also, with numerous pretty harbours lining the coast, a picturesque backdrop lies around every corner. The Pontines’ main ports are in Ponza and Ventotene and, as popular day trip spots, there are frequent ferry crossings back to the Italian mainland to choose from. You can also sail within the archipelago, with all routes operated by well-established ferry companies.