Campanian Archipelago, Island group in Gulf of Naples, Italy
The Campanian Archipelago comprises five main islands—Capri, Ischia, Nisida, Procida, and Vivara—located in the Tyrrhenian Sea off southwestern Italy. Together they form a diverse group with different landscapes, coasts, and geological features.
The archipelago was known in ancient times as the Parthenopaean Islands and once included Ponza and Ventotene. Its history spans thousands of years marked by different periods of settlement and rule.
Each island shows its own way of life through visible details and local practices. Procida displays colorful houses that define its streets, while Ischia draws visitors to its natural hot springs that have been used for centuries.
The islands are reachable by ferry from Naples, with connections between them during summer months. Plan several days if visiting multiple islands, as crossing times vary.
Vivara connects to Procida through a pedestrian bridge, making them the only pair of islands linked by structure in the group. This bridge allows visitors to walk between the two without taking a boat.
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