Ischia Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
volcanic island in the Tyrrhenian Sea
About Ischia
Ischia—historically calledPitecusae—was colonized in turn by the Greeks, Syrausansa, Romans, Saracens, Turks, and Aragonese; all of whom were interested in its excellent strategic position, itstherapeutic hot-spring waters, and its attractive landscape. The result of all this varied history can be seen in the ruins of various outposts, towers, and "tufa" rock shelters hidden all over the island. Ischia has become a frequent backdrop for Italian and American movies such asVacanze ad Ischia,Appuntamento ad Ischia, andThe Talented Mr.Ripley. The island has also been used as a cinematic stand-in for the Island ofCapri. The best time for the traveler to visit Ischia is from April to October, however, the weather in Ischia is always changing and visitors should expect both sunshine and rain—w
Top Attractions in Ischia
Explore the best things to see and do in Ischia:
- ★Bagnitiello
- ★Bay of Saint Montano
- ★Cartaromana
- ★Castello Aragonese
- ★Cava dell'Isola
- ★Cava grado
- ★Chiaia
- ★Citara
Where to Stay in Ischia
- 🏨Case Vacanza Monti
- 🏨Hotel Annabelle
- 🏨Hotel Ape Regina
- 🏨Hotel Paradiso Terme
- 🏨Hotel Poggio del Sole
- 🏨Hotel Resort Punto Azzurro Ischia
Ischia Travel Guide Sections
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