Monte di Procidathe terrace over the gulf
Acquamorta, views over the Gulf of Naples, coves and small beaches
A natural terrace over the Gulf of Naples
Monte di Procida is the balcony of the Campi Flegrei: from up here your eye reaches Procida, Ischia and, on clear days, Capri. It is an authentic village, still little touched by mass tourism, where life moves slowly between maritime traditions and the local feasts that mark the seasons.
The heart of the town is the small port of Acquamorta, tucked under the hill. Around it, a rugged coast of coves, cliffs and hidden beaches: made for a quieter holiday, away from the crowds.
Coves, sunsets and seafood
A typical day starts at the belvedere and ends in the water: the small beaches below the hill, snorkelling along the cliffs, a boat trip out towards the Phlegraean islands. The afternoon runs at the slow pace of a seaside village.
In the evening you walk down to Acquamorta for fresh fish and for the sunset: from the lighthouse the sun drops behind Procida and Ischia, and it is one of the finest views in Campania. Nearby lie the Campi Flegrei — Baia, Bacoli and Lake Miseno.
Twenty-five kilometres from Naples, facing the islands
Monte di Procida is the easiest place from which to live the Campi Flegrei without giving up the sea: the Cumana line reaches Torregaveta in about forty minutes from Naples, the port of Acquamorta looks straight at Procida and Ischia, and Baia, Bacoli and Miseno are a few minutes away by car.
Why choose Monte di Procida
The name of the village already lists the reasons to stop here: what you take home from a day in town.
Marine beauty: clear water and sheer tuff cliffs, with Procida and Ischia just offshore.
Outstanding horizons — from the belvedere the view sweeps across the whole gulf.
Nature preserved among vineyards, Mediterranean scrub and clifftop paths.
Traditions alive in the patron-saint feasts and summer food festivals.
Exquisite seafood, from the catch of the day to the wines of the Campi Flegrei.
Dolce vita, the real kind: far from mass tourism and the pace of the city.
Island connections: from Acquamorta, boats leave for Procida and Ischia.
Port of Acquamorta, a small harbour lined with fishing boats.
Rich cultural roots, from Roman remains to the landscapes of the Campi Flegrei.
Open-hearted hospitality in family-run trattorias, where nobody is in a hurry.
Coastal landscapes of coves and sea caves, best explored by boat.
Island-facing, Mediterranean identity, poised between mainland and sea.
Dreamy destination for a slow holiday, less than an hour from Naples.
Atmosphere all its own, especially at sunset as the sun drops behind Ischia.
When to visit Monte di Procida
Monte di Procida is beautiful all year round, but the best times are spring and early autumn. In summer the village comes alive with evenings on the port and boat trips to the islands; winter brings a quieter, more intimate side.
Perfect climate
Sunny, pleasant days, ideal for walks and boat trips.
Breathtaking views
Clear skies and vivid colours: the sunsets from the lighthouse stay with you.
Authentic vibe
Far from the crowds of the peak summer months.
Local events
Patronal feasts and food fairs that tell the story of the Phlegraean Fields.
How to reach Monte di Procida
Monte di Procida lies about 25 km from Naples and is easy to reach. By car you take the Naples ring road and exit towards Bacoli or Monte di Procida: it is a forty to forty-five minute drive. In summer, though, expect heavy traffic and limited parking.
The alternative is the train: the Cumana line connects Naples to Torregaveta in around forty minutes, and from there buses or taxis reach the village in a few minutes. It does, however, mean a change, and waits can stretch the journey. There are also direct buses from Naples and the other Phlegraean towns, in a little under an hour depending on traffic.
And then there is the sea. From the port of Acquamorta, Capitan Morgan connects Monte di Procida with Procida and Casamicciola on the island of Ischia: you leave in the morning and come back in the evening, on Thursdays and Fridays. It is the finest way to see the Phlegraean islands — and to come home watching the gulf.
By car
- Naples ring road, exit Bacoli or Monte di Procida: forty to forty-five minutes from the centre.
- The roads across the Campi Flegrei are narrow, and long queues build at weekends.
Parking near the sea is limited in summer — the port of Acquamorta is your starting point for Procida and Ischia.
By train or bus
- Cumana line from Naples to Torregaveta in about forty minutes, then a short bus or taxi ride.
- Buses from Naples and the Campi Flegrei, with journeys that stretch in traffic.
The train means a change and the bus depends on traffic — better to arrive and set off by sea.
A proper Rider picks the fastest option — but also the most beautiful one.
In Monte di Procida the sea is not just the view: it is also the best way to set off.
The islands from Acquamorta
The port of Monte di Procida faces Procida and Ischia: you sail out in the morning and come back in the evening, with no car and no queues at the big terminals.
- Two Capitan Morgan crossings: Procida from €5.70 and Casamicciola, on Ischia, from €4.30.
- Departure from Acquamorta at 10:00, return in the evening: a full day on the island.
- From the quay the village, the belvedere and the restaurants are minutes away.
Worth knowing before you sail:
- Sailings run on Thursdays and Fridays: plan your island day around them.
- Return to Acquamorta at 18:00 from Casamicciola and 18:40 from Procida.
- The service depends on the season and on sea conditions: check your date.
Is one day enough to visit Monte di Procida?
For a taste, yes: the belvedere over the gulf in the morning, a cove in the afternoon and fresh fish at Acquamorta in the evening fill a whole day.
But Monte di Procida is at its best as a base. From here the Campi Flegrei are half an hour away — Baia, Bacoli, Miseno — and the sea is always within reach.
With two or three days the islands come into play: on Thursdays and Fridays you sail from Acquamorta to Procida or Casamicciola and come back the same evening.
If you come for the sea, you will find cliffs, hidden beaches and good snorkelling, without the crowds of the bigger ports.
The company serving Acquamorta
Sailings to and from Monte di Procida are operated by Capitan Morgan, a Gulf of Naples company specialised in transfers and excursions to the islands.
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Pick the day that suits you
The same village changes with the way you travel: with the kids, as a couple, or with mask and fins in your bag.
Belvedere in the morning, beach in the afternoon
The view over the gulf, the walk down to Acquamorta, a seafood lunch and the afternoon on the little beach below the hill.
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Sunset at the lighthouse, dinner on the port
A cove in the afternoon, the sun dropping behind Procida and Ischia, then a seafood dinner at Acquamorta.
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The Phlegraean islands and the Campi Flegrei
The crossing to Procida or Casamicciola, or the archaeological park of Baia, Bacoli and Lake Miseno.
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- sailings run on Thursdays and Fridays: plan your island day around them
- check the return time before you board: the last crossing is in the evening
- if you drive in summer, allow time to find parking near the sea
- bring mask and fins: the cliffs are worth it straight from the shore
- the sunset from the lighthouse is worth an early start the next day
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