Ferry from Ponza to Terracina

Ponza Guide

The Italian island of Ponza is located around 35 km to the south of Cape Circeo in the Tyrrhenian Sea, and is the largest of the Pontine Islands archipelago. Often regarded by visitors as a cheaper and more low key destination than the island of Capri, it is often visited by the rich and famous who are able to keep a lower profile whilst holidaying there. It is also a popular destination for the your of Rome where the island is a popular weekend destination. Ponza Porto is the island's main town which at its heart is the island's harbour and Le Forna to the north.

The island's crystal clear waters make it a haven for visitors who want to relax on its beaches and swim in the sea. There are a number of good restaurants on the island along with a several late night bars and nightclubs. The island's main appeal is it's landscape and lovely atmosphere as there aren't many tourist attractions or monuments on the island.

Ferry services from Ponza depart to Naples, Terracina, Formia and Anzio. There are also hydrofoils (aliscafo) to Anzio and Formia that have a crossing time of about 75 minutes.

Terracina Guide

The Italian town of Terracina is a coastal resort located in the south of the Lazio region and lies between the cities of Naples and Rome. The town is home to an important port on the Roman Appian Way and is the site of a significant temple dedicated to Jupiter. The modern day town of Terracina sits at the base of some hills and along a wide sandy beach which is popular with tourists. Leading from the harbour to the bus station is a boat lined canal which passes the town's fish hall where crates are loaded with fresh fish. The older part of the town, Centro Storico, is where visitors should head towards if seeking a little more of the town's history and is where you will find the Piazza del Municipio which is a picturesque piazza that has paving stones from the Roman Forum, a crumbling archway, the town's cathedral, the offices of the town's council and an archaeological museum. Close by you can also see an ancient paved stretch of the Appian Way.

Ferries from the town's port connects Terracina to the island of Ponza.