Bay of Naples (Golfo di Napoli) Tours and Tickets

While there are probably too many must-visit attractions to count around the Bay of Naples, Italy, you can start with the archaeological ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum, the Mount Vesuvius volcano, the Lungomare Caracciolo waterfront in Naples, the town of Sorrento, and the islands of Capri, Ischia, and Procida.

While it’s usually very safe to swim in the Bay of Naples, Italy, it can depend on where. The closer to Pozzuoli or the city of Naples, the more likely you’ll encounter water pollution and boats or ferries. Anywhere offshore or near Sorrento and the islands is very safe.

The easiest way to get to the Bay of Naples, Italy, from the city center is to walk—from the historic center, walk south toward the water, and you’ll reach the bay in no time. Find some of the best bay views from the terrace atop Ovo Castle (Castel dell’Ovo) via Partenope.

Among the islands in the Bay of Naples, Italy, Capri, and Ischia are famous, while Procida is better known among the locals. You can reach them via ferries from Pozzuoli, Naples, and Sorrento ports, and sometimes Positano and Amalfi. Alternatively, you can rent a boat or try boat tours.

Yes, you can see Mount Vesuvius from the Bay of Naples, Italy. The volcano's iconic silhouette is visible from Naples and locations along the coast, such as Sorrento, Capri, and the Amalfi Coast. Within Naples, you can find some of the best views of the volcano from Ovo Castle and Castel Sant'Elmo.

Yes. If you're in the Bay of Naples, Italy, looking for historical sites and ruins, you're in the right place. The most famous is Pompeii, and others include Herculaneum, another preserved ancient Roman town, and the Archaeological Park of Baia, which has underwater ruins. Cumae and Paestum, both Greek ruins, are a little farther afield.