3–4 hours
Half day
- 1.Marina Grande on foot.
- 2.Climb up to Terra Murata and Casale Vascello.
- 3.Walk down to Corricella for lunch or a coffee.
Gulf of Naples. Campania
Procida
Pastel houses overlooking the little harbour, and an island in no hurry.
Overview
Capital of Culture
Procida is the smallest of the islands in the Gulf of Naples, and perhaps the most honest. No luxury chains, no overwhelming crowds: just a handful of pink, yellow and powder-blue houses climbing up from the harbour.
It was Italian Capital of Culture in 2022, and since then it has found a new balance: better cared for, but still authentic.
Character of the place
What to expect
Landscape
Low coastline, vineyards, lemon groves, views of Vesuvius and Ischia.
Sea and coast
Quiet beaches (Chiaiolella, Ciraccio), with shallow water that suits children too.
Towns and villages
Marina Grande, Corricella and Terra Murata are the three historic centres.
Where it is
Location & getting there
Where
Between Capo Miseno and Ischia, in the Gulf of Naples.
Area
Campania, province of Naples.
Getting there
Hydrofoil from Napoli Beverello (~40 min) or Pozzuoli (~35 min). You get around on foot, by micro-taxi or by scooter.
Procida is small, seafaring and unhurried, a daydream come true.
Curiosities
Did you know…
- 01
Corricella is the fishing village featured in the film “Il Postino” with Massimo Troisi.
- 02
The colourful façades come from a practical custom: fishermen could recognise their own house from the sea.
- 03
Procida has fewer than 10,000 inhabitants but more than 14 churches.
- 04
The Procida lemon, known as “pane” (bread), has a thick peel and is eaten in salads.
Itineraries
How to experience it
1 day
One day
- 1.Morning at Corricella and Terra Murata.
- 2.Seafood lunch by the little harbour.
- 3.Afternoon on the beach at Chiaiolella.
- 4.Sunset aperitivo at Marina Grande.
2 days
Two days
- 1.Day 1: the historic villages and Corricella.
- 2.Day 2: round-the-island trip by boat or traditional gozzo, swim at Pozzo Vecchio.
Not to be missed
Places and experiences
- 01
Marina Corricella
The fishermen’s harbour, magical at sunset.
- 02
Terra Murata
Fortified medieval village, with huge views over the gulf.
- 03
Lingua di Procida
Fragrant puff pastry wrapped around a heart of lemon-scented cream. Not to be missed.
- 04
Chiaiolella
Long beach on the south side, ideal in the afternoon.
- 05
Pozzo Vecchio
The “Il Postino” beach, intimate and cinematic.
- 06
Casale Vascello
A maze of courtyards and arches, the heart of the island’s farming past.
A feast for the eyes
Procida in pictures
Photo: Pexels. Josh Withers · Nati · Pexels
Highlights
Icons of Procida
- Corricella
- Terra Murata
- Chiaiolella
- Lingua di Procida
Practical tips
Before you go
Best time to go
May, June, September.
Ideal length of stay
1 night is enough, 2 are perfect for the island’s rhythm.
Good to know
The island is tiny: you don’t need a car. Taxis and scooters are the best way to get around.
