Rome Bay Of Naples

Home to the pleasant islands of Capri, Ischia, and Procida, and the coastal town of Sorrento, the Bay of Naples could hardly seem further away from the city that shares its coast. On Capri, expensive shops and pristine waters are the playground of the rich, while Ischia’s hot springs and therapeutic waters beckon those seeking health of mind and body. Procida, the quietest island, has winding streets and empty shores that retain an unadulterated mystique. Merge with crowds at the famous villas and grottoes, but come back later for a private dip. Back on solid ground, Sorrento is both a good base for island-hopping and a coastal destination in its own right. Above all else, in the Bay, just take it easy.

Sorrento

Built on cliffs above the glittering Bay of Naples, Sorrento (so-REN-toh; pop. 18,000) is a maze of tiny alleys and quiet side streets. Its piazze and roads are overrun with tourists strolling and window ...more

Procida

Calmly rippling waters and bobbing fishing boats complete the perfect island serenity of Procida (PRO-chee-da; pop. 11,000), a setting so ideal that it was chosen for numerous films, including Italian ...more

Ischia

Ischia’s (EES-kya; pop. 60,000) combination of sea, sand, and sky presents a rich, earthy beauty so perfect you’ll never want to leave. The island, once an active volcano, now houses hot springs ...more

Capri And Anacapri

Nicknamed “the pearl of the Mediterranean,” Capri (CA-pree; pop. 7000) has been a destination of the rich, famous, and beautiful for thousands of years. Augustus fell in love with Capri in 29 BC ...more