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Ponza Island
4.5
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This island in Italy is a hidden gem that's loved by locals. You'll fall in love with the charming, colorful houses, and lively Ponza Harbor, which is full of shops and great seafood restaurants. Take in the breathtaking view of Palmarola Island from Le Forna, and the stunning landscape of turquoise waters, dramatic cliffs, and sunken caves—the views are exceptionally stunning at sunset. There are also plenty of water activities available like snorkeling, sailing, or boating. You can explore the island on an e-bike, or on a full-day tour from Rome or Anzio, which typically includes lunch and swimming stops. Visit during late spring or early fall for fewer crowds. – Tripadvisor
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Restaurants
74 within 5 kms
Il Melograno
361
0.3 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Italian • Seafood • Mediterranean
Il Porticciolo
508
0.2 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Italian • Seafood • Mediterranean
La Baguetteria del Porto
409
0.1 km₹ • Italian • Cafe • Seafood
Lo Scirocco - Pub
70
0.3 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Italian • Pizza • Campania
Ristorante Eea
917
0.1 km₹₹₹₹ • Italian • Seafood • Mediterranean
Yemanjà Club Mediterraneo
118
0.6 km₹₹₹₹ • Italian • Seafood • Mediterranean
Acqua Pazza
862
0.2 km₹₹₹₹ • Italian • Seafood • Mediterranean
Ristorante La Scogliera
955
0.1 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Italian • Pizza • Seafood
Pizzeria Ponzese
309
0.1 km₹ • Italian • Pizza • Seafood
Buco Divino
208
0.1 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Italian • Seafood • Mediterranean
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Attractions
16 within 10 kms
Punta Incenso
1
93 mLookouts
La Cisterna Romana della Dragonara
29
0.2 kmHistoric Sites • Ancient Ruins
Spiaggia di Giancos
10
0.2 kmBeaches
Chiesa dei Santi Silverio e Domitilla
6
0.3 kmChurches & Cathedrals
Giardino Botanico
3
0.4 kmGardens
Chiaia Di Luna
303
0.7 kmBeaches
Tramonto a Ponza
2
0.6 kmLookouts
Arco Naturale
154
3 kmGeologic Formations
Cala dell'Acqua
136
1.5 kmBeaches
Spiaggia Di Frontone
540
1.5 kmBeaches • Beach & Pool Clubs
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Rome, Italy6 contributions
Ponza, the magic island
Aug 2023
I was living in a “grotta” in Le Forna called “la casetta sul cortile” . Beautiful small and confortable apt in a typical cave. Amazon experience, the island is magic.
Written 27 August 2023
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Igor S
6 contributions
Real Italian Vacations
Aug 2022 • Couples
This was not my first time on the Island ,but I did visit Ponza for about 15 years ,I t as beutiful as before ,lightly developed,and a few English speeking tourists ,given the fact that few Famois American Selebrities visited Island few years ago, it is still Italian Vacation,with all the fan and super fresh food,but of course thouse restaurant that expirinced tourist qvickly lern how to Raised prices.
Written 7 May 2023
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Ashley K
Burlingame, CA13 contributions
Authentic Italian vacation
Sep 2022 • Family
My two daughters (age 9 and 11) spent a weekend in Ponza in Sept 2022. It was the end of the season, just before the island starts hibernation for the off-season. We did see any other Americans the whole time, and were able to get around with our limited Italian and from the generosity of a few locals who spoke English. Our favorite things to do were meandering the twisting streets and popping into the shops and enjoying the sea and swimming from a boat we chartered for a day. We had some delicious meals overlooking the sea. Ponza is similar to Amalfi with few beaches (cliffs instead), but without masses of tourists. Almost everyone you will meet on vacation here is Italian.
Written 24 September 2022
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Martin
84 contributions
Italy’s most beautiful island
Sep 2020 • Couples
We have been regular visitors to Ponza and the neighboring island of Palmarola for almost 20 years. I am absolutely convinced it’s Italy’s most beautiful island; possible competition could only come from some Greek island. Torquoise transparent waters, caves with splashing water, spectacular sunsets, and multi-colored architecture are just a few characteristics of this extraordinary island. While Ponza has become certainly better known than it was 20 years ago, it is still off the beaten track, shunned by mass tourism. A paradise for boating, sailing and snorkeling, but not really a place for beach lovers. Its main beach, Chiaia di Luna, remains closed due to danger of falling rock.
Written 6 September 2020
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Andreas Giovanna
9 contributions
Hard at English speakers, lack of hospitality and not that great food.
Aug 2020 • Couples
If you are here for beautiful beaches, then this is the place for you.
I would definitely recommend you to book a boat (private post renting) in advance as they get fully booked very quickly. Getting a boat is an amazing way to see the island as some of it’s best beaches cannot even be accessed by land.

You also don’t even need a boat driving license, and a 15-25 power motor boat should be enough for such a small island as ponza!

Unfortunately if you don’t know italian you will have a very hard time communicating and you won’t even be able to do many of the activities of the island as many will just reject you the minute they understand you don’t speak Italian.

The majority of the restaurants on the island served very low quality food except the Big Hotel restaurants that had both great atmosphere and great food selection.

Booking electrical bikes is also a great way to see the island as you get to enjoy the great views and beautiful sunsets of the island. They are also very easy and safe to drive!

Written 1 August 2020
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Karin L
Amsterdam, The Netherlands22 contributions
Stunningly beautiful but touristy and expensive
Jul 2020
Ponza is a stunningly beautiful island, almost like Capri, but it’s expensive and (esp. in summer) very touristy. Public transport does not work well and taxi’s are madly expensive, but taking your car isn’t a wise option;) I’d also suggest to stay away from the Porto area.
Written 12 July 2020
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Lucinda D
Camps Bay, South Africa145 contributions
A wonderful Island
Aug 2019
Wanted to get away from the 'madding crowds' in early August. Ponza is beautiful and still largely unspoilt, visited more by Romans than foreigners. Would return in a heartbeat.
Written 13 August 2019
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Liliana P
1 contribution
Awful
Aug 2019 • Family
It's smells very bad everywhere and it's very dirty.The restaurants have very bad tasting and overpriced food.They make you pay extra for clean towels and sheets.Absolute disgrace.
Written 2 August 2019
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Dario
15 contributions
Unique pearl of the Mediterranean Sea
Jul 2019 • Couples
Beautiful and unique, kind islanders and good food. Clear waters and breathtaking cliffs.
The local food and wine is truly special.
Written 8 July 2019
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Sueco189852
Stockholm, Sweden33 contributions
A beautiful place !
Jun 2019
On the plus side, the Island is stunningly beautiful. We went before high season so it was very calm and very genuine. This place is mostly for Italians spending their holidays. So have no hope for adaptations to mest foreigners needs and wants. A stay here is without compromise, but according to me in a good way. Somewhat pricey to, that can be explained by the fact that this is an island, which likely takes its toll on the cost side for restaurants and hotels as well.
Written 8 July 2019
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