Capri is the glamorous classic — beautiful but crowded with day-trippers; stay overnight to see it quiet. Ischia is bigger, with thermal parks and beaches — better for a night or two than a rushed day. Procida is small, colourful and calm — the easiest island to enjoy in one day. From Naples, hydrofoils leave from Molo Beverello (about 45–60 minutes to Capri) and slower ferries from Calata Porta di Massa (about 85–90 minutes). In summer book ahead, and never plan the last boat as your only way back to a flight.
Checked 2026-09-24 · Naples · Sea & islands
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Capri | Iconic, crowded by day · overnight to enjoy it |
| Ischia | Thermal parks & beaches · 1–2 nights |
| Procida | Small, calm · works as a day trip |
| Hydrofoils | Molo Beverello · ≈ 45–60 min to Capri |
| Slow ferries | Calata Porta di Massa · ≈ 85–90 min · cheaper, steadier in rough sea |
| Operators | Caremar · SNAV · NLG · Alilauro |
| Rule | Book in summer · keep a buffer before flights |
Which island?
Capri
Ischia
Procida
Getting there from Naples
Hydrofoil or ferry?
Operators
Don’t get stranded
Book in summer
Capri.com · Naples–Capri ferries ↗ · Reddit · Naples islands ferries ↗
Quick answers
Capri, Ischia or Procida — which is best?
Capri for the icon (stay overnight), Ischia for thermal parks and a longer stay, Procida for a calm, easy day trip.
How long is the ferry from Naples to Capri?
About 45–60 minutes by hydrofoil from Molo Beverello, 85–90 minutes by ferry from Calata Porta di Massa.
Do I need to book the Capri ferry in advance?
In summer, yes — book ahead and arrive early at the port.
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Sources: Capri.com · Naples–Capri ferries ↗