Ischia is not just beaches and thermal parks: it's also villages, bays, viewpoints and areas that feel quite different from one another, from Ischia Porto to Sant'Angelo, from Forio to Casamicciola. To visit Ischia well, it also helps to choose the most practical way to get around: planning your trips makes the stay easier and more enjoyable, with or without a car.
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Every part of the island has its own character: this guide helps you understand what to see and which option may be worth considering to get there.
Often the island's main arrival point, with the centre, port and several services within walking distance. Ischia Ponte, with its fishing-village feel, can be a good choice for an evening stroll. Whether to add a vehicle for the other areas is worth considering based on your hotel, luggage and itinerary.
The Aragonese Castle, linked to Ischia Ponte, can be a good choice for a more cultural and scenic stop. Nearby Cartaromana is often appreciated for its view back towards the castle. This area is often reachable on foot from Ischia Ponte, so comfortable shoes are worth considering.
On the western side of the island, Forio is known for its historic centre, evening atmosphere and Citara beach. It can often be more practical with a scooter or car, especially if your stay is in a different area. Worth planning around the season and your schedule, particularly if you want to enjoy sunset at an easy pace.
A pedestrian village on the southern coast, with parking and arrival to plan just outside the centre. It can be a good choice for a quieter, more scenic stop. Reaching it from other areas often calls for a vehicle, with the village itself explored on foot.
Maronti is one of the island's better-known beaches, with the inland town of Barano nearby. Which option to pair with it is worth weighing up based on your accommodation, riding or driving experience and itinerary.
Lacco Ameno is a compact centre, often walkable if you are staying nearby. The nearby San Montano Bay can be a good choice for a beach day in a more natural setting. How to reach it is worth checking based on your starting point.
A north-coast town often associated with the island's thermal tradition. It can be a convenient base for a more central position relative to other areas, worth weighing against your itinerary and connections towards Ischia Porto and Lacco Ameno.
An inland part of the island, often associated with scenic viewpoints over the coast. It can be a good choice for adding a quieter, more scenic moment to your itinerary, depending on the time available and your experience driving on inland roads.
A first day around the island's centre: the port, the village of Ischia Ponte, the Aragonese Castle and nearby Cartaromana.
Often comfortable on foot or by scooter, especially if you are staying in the same area.
A day dedicated to the island's western side, taking in central Forio, Citara beach and a scenic sunset moment.
A scooter or car can be more practical for reaching Forio from other areas and getting around at an easy pace in the evening.
A third day for Sant'Angelo and Maronti, or, as an alternative, a trip out to sea to see the coast from a different perspective.
A car or scooter can help you reach Sant'Angelo and Barano; a boat or RIB can be a good choice if you prefer a day on the water.
Can suit couples or light travellers looking for independence and easier movement between the island's areas. Worth weighing up against riding experience, licence requirements and the time of year.
Can be more practical for families, children, luggage or those who prefer a more comfortable way to move between different areas of the island. Also worth considering alongside parking and access to your accommodation.
Can suit scenic routes and less demanding areas, always weighing up hills, battery range, personal fitness and the planned itinerary.
Can be an interesting option for a day at sea, exploring the coast or reaching coves and viewpoints best enjoyed from the water, depending on availability and sea conditions.
Can be useful for some journeys and for those who prefer not to drive, with less flexibility especially in high season, in the evening, or for visiting several areas in the same day.
Convenient for arrivals, services and several points within walking distance.
Often a more central position relative to other areas of the island.
Worth considering if you're after beaches and west-coast life.
For those seeking a quieter stay, while planning journeys to other areas a little more carefully.
| Type of trip | Option to consider | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Couple with little luggage | Scooter | More freedom to get around and easier parking. |
| Family with children | Car | More space and comfort for luggage and journeys. |
| Staying near the port | Bus, taxi or scooter | Depends on your schedule and the areas you want to visit. |
| Holiday in Forio or Sant'Angelo | Scooter or car | More independence to reach other areas of the island. |
| A day at the beach | Boat or RIB | To experience the coast from a different perspective. |
Yes. Many areas can be visited on foot, by bus, or with a scooter or e-bike; a car can be useful for some itineraries, but it isn't essential for the whole stay.
Ischia Porto is often a convenient base, since several services are within walking distance. From there you can consider buses, a scooter or an e-bike for other areas depending on your plans.
It can be worthwhile if you want independence and travel with little luggage, while always considering your riding experience, licence requirements and the time of year.
It depends on your pace and interests: an itinerary of a few days lets you see several areas of the island, but it can always be adapted to the time you have available.
Beaches close to the main towns are usually easier to reach; other coves may need a vehicle or a short walk, so it's worth checking based on the area you choose.
It depends on luggage, group size and driving or riding experience: a scooter is more agile for quick trips, while a car is often more comfortable for families and luggage.
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