The 17 best things to do with kids in Forio

While the beauty and care with which the gardens have been cultivated are truly admirable, my visit was unfortunately overshadowed by the fact that smoking is permitted within the grounds. Allowing visitors to smoke in such a serene, carefully preserved natural environment is not only detrimental to the air quality and atmosphere but also deeply detracts from the experience for those who come seeking peace, beauty, and inspiration. The gardens, created over many years with such dedication and vision, deserve to be enjoyed in a setting that respects their tranquility and ecological integrity. Sadly, the presence of cigarette smoke made it difficult to fully appreciate the space and ambiance that Sir William Walton and Lady Susana Walton so lovingly brought to life. I strongly urge the Foundation to reconsider its policy on smoking within the gardens. Implementing a non-smoking rule would preserve the healthful environment, enhance the experience for all visitors, and align more closely with the spirit of harmony and reflection that La Mortella was clearly intended to embody.

Gorgeous gardens (ticket 12 €), quite large, so you will spend some time here. There is even a small cafe bar with some food right under the Greek theater (you can also find toilets here, next to the theater). We also caught the concert in the evening from 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM and the ticket cost only 8 €. Fallowing the song for parking and ticket office if you are by car (around 1 km from down, another entrance by foot).

This is a must-visit-place if you visit Ischia! The place is incredible, and there's so many wonderful, beautiful and unique places. Make sure to have plenty of time, and it is a big garden and theres quite a lot of walking, paths up and down, elevations and stairs. At the very top and bottom, trees offer you a bit of shade and fresh air. The the levels in between, the sun and stairs can make it an incredibly warm experience. Make sure to bring water and something for your blood sugar if it is a very warm day. The place is relatively easy to reach by public transportation. Parking is a bit more tricky, however if you enjoy a slightly challenging drive on small roads there's a small parking lot at the very top of the garden.

If you’ve visited botanical gardens in other major cities (500,000+ population), this one won’t surprise you — it’s pleasant, but quite standard. Plan for about an hour to see everything. One important tip: there are a lot of tiger mosquitoes here. If you’re not familiar with them, look them up and make sure to bring repellent — it will make your visit much more enjoyable.

A stunning set of gardens. Tranquil and inspiring. We also enjoyed an outdoor concert one evening whichbwas also a joy with all the scent from the garden mixing in with the frogs chorus from the ponds. Cant recommend more highly. Wegot there for when it opened at 9 as it was cooler and less busy.

Definitely worth the price and super nice to get some shade in there when it's super hot outside. Make sure to keep in mind the guided tour groups that might arrive on the daily around 10:30-11-30am

We visited the garden with friends and were not disappointed. There was so much to see and didn't manage to see the whole garden. What we did see was beautiful and very colourful. The frogs even treated us to a different type of concert as they stayed hidden amongst the lillies. If you have mobility issues then you may not get to see the whole garden as there are lots of steps. Each plant or tree was labelled to show where in the world they originate from. There is a lovely cafe and shop. At the time of visiting, there was a concert going on, which was an additional cost. We were pleasantly surprised how beautiful the gardens are and thoroughly recommend visiting them.

An amazing place that becomes even more beautiful during the sunset or the sunrise. The hike from Fontana is short but steep. Wearing good shoes is a must especially on the way down where it can be slippery. From the top, a 360 degrees view can be observed. You can see Capri, the Vesuve and the golf of Naples.

Worth a visit, view is spectacular. We came before 10 am, very few people. Recommended to visit early in the day both because the temperature is lower and it becomes very crowded at the top.

Fantastic mount to climb. Way is not really hard but be sure to take comfortable boots as it takes to climb about 300m from bus stop. Views are worth it, if You like nature - get in there!

Beautiful view from the top of the island. The hike is short but steep. Not for the faint of heart. Parking was full so we had to park on road down the hill.

This morning's hike to Mount Epomeo on Ischia was nothing short of magical. As I ascended the well-trodden paths, surrounded by lush vineyards and vibrant wildflowers, I felt a deep connection with nature. The sky transformed with every step, shifting from deep indigo to the warm hues of dawn. Reaching the summit just in time, I watched the sun rise majestically over the horizon, casting golden rays across the landscape. The tranquil beauty and serene atmosphere of the mountain, coupled with the distant sparkling sea, created an unforgettable moment of peace and awe.

Go all the way to the top if you’re up for it and have sure footing! The first hill up the long concrete road is steep, flanked by lovely local plants on either side. The dirt path up the mountain is also steep and sometimes Barry, sometimes large rocks, but not impossible (I am active and strong, but am not a Cross Fit junkie, and there were a wide variety of folks at the top). The very top of the rock might be a lot for those who are afraid of heights, but there is a guard rail to hold for balance and the view is absolutely beautiful. I got a limone arance mista juice at the top restaurant and had a heart lunch / dessert at La Porta di Agartha Ristorante afterward (a bit further back down from the tip top) which I highly highly recommend. I started around 11:30am-ish and took my time, and by the time I got to Agartha restaurant it was about 1:00pm.

Good to bring a walking stick or two, it helps when you reach the portion of the hike where trekkers have worn down the rocks to narrow channels over centuries. Unexpectedly, the restaurant at the top was open in mid-November. When the last 30 feet had too much vertical exposure for me, I was able to retreat to the lovely terrace and enjoy a beer while I waited for my daughter. It took me an hour to reach the top, climbing at an easy pace. I probably wouldn’t do it in mid-summer though, too hot and crowded.

Beautiful gardens with private space, very peaceful. Better suited to guests with younger members as the pools are slightly cooler. Nice places to eat and shopping opportunities. The pools are naturalistic and might be tricky for people with mobility or sight issues,(lots of unlevel steps in and out of the water) But I really wouldn't let that put you off. This place is stunning and I'd definitely recommend spending a day there.

We've been in Naples for six days. On the seventh day we rested here. Fabulous retreat. The thermal baths were divine.

Came here on a super rainy day and it was beautiful! It is EMPTY at the beginning of October. The pools up on the cliffside were magical. Would return again! Only small downside is that if you rent a towel (8euros), to get a dry one (and it was pouring the whole time) you have to pay again. I understand but it seemed like a little bit of a cash grab since the park is already 90+ euros for two people.

Beautiful place but some disappointments. - The setting is extraordinary and without equal. The beach is perfect. It is a 20 minute And 30 Euro taxi ride from the main port. - All over Italy, water fountains are running and plentiful. Not at Negombo. Despite paying the equivalent of over $100 for 2 people, the only drinking water available is for sale. Stating hydrated after thermal baths is important, and Negombo makes you pay. - You pay the equivalent of $10 more to rent a single towel. Plus a $15 deposit on the towel that is returned to you as you give the wet towel back. But their refusal to exchange a soaking wet cold towel for a fresh dry one after you have used it all day is a surprisingly stingy element if the operation. - The squatting toilets are unpleasant and challenging for many. If management could simply address the 3 issues above (water, towels and toilets), this would be a 5 star experience.

A brilliant thermal spa and beach place. It costs €100 for 2 adults for a full day but there’s lot a to see with many thermal pools a great beach and normal pool’s. Lots of facilities on site including toilets and changing rooms. Lockers are free but cost you a returnable €20 deposit. Your entry price includes 2 subbed 2 deck chairs and an umbrella. Towels cost to hire so bring your own. Several restaurants on site nothing too pricey. Lots of locals do it must be good. Plenty of undercover parking and in the Italian summer that’s worth it. Easy to get from Ischia Porto on a regular bus service €5 for a full day bus pass!

This park is supposedly “kid friendly.” First there are no pools where young kids can walk around. One kid pool is 5 feet deep and other one is approx 4. I guess if your kids are 10+ then yes, but otherwise for younger kids, no. Poseidon is much better with pools for younger kids. There are good staff and very rude staff. My young son needed a toilet with a seat and there was one which the employee refused to open. Tl:dr: go to Poseidon if you have young kids. This park is not kid friendly and some staff are quite rude. If you want to go to the beach, just walk further to free beach and if you want t shade, there is free shade along the cliffs.

This is a beautiful resort. The spectacular beauty of the setting, the way all of the processes and the recreation areas are set up, the quality of the food & drinks, and the very nature of the wonderful thermal salt water pools are all terrific and enjoyable. It is a calm and enjoyable place, as it is spread out across many separate areas, yet easy to get around and enjoy the variety of settings and pools. There was nothing that I did not like about our visit. A total relaxing and amazing experience!

Nice beach, quiet but less clean water. But nice spot especially together with Negombo 👍🏼

Nice beach with moderately steady slope for younger kids. There is free shade along shade if you don’t have umbrella next to cliffs. Water is clean and not rough bc in cove

Beach itself spreading in two parts. Arroun 70% private (you have to pay) and 30% public (for free). We used free on, they including toilets. The shade from the mountains come first on the free beach. It’s very great with kids, you need to walk little bit in the water to not feel sand under you feet. It’s very lovely. We are visiting in mid September so it’s not crowded. Recommend

Way too expensive for such basic service. No side tables, no lockers. Umbrellas are not adjustable. Owners should invest more into the facilities, not just raise the prices

Very nice beach. We liked it as I can’t swim but it’s shallow enough for me to be able to touch the ground with my feet quite far out. Half of it has sun loungers to rent and half of it is just free with no sun loungers etc. There’s also a small bar serving aperol spritz, beers etc. We got there via bus. It’s a bit of a walk down but not half as bad as it looks as it’s mostly some steps and then a restive flat path, so if you don’t mind a ten min walk and a short bit with steps, it’s fine to get to from the bus. We went fairly late and stayed til gone 7pm, when the water was still warm enough.

The beach says free but actually it’s only a small area of sand where you can sit down and it’s crowded and dirty. The umbrellas are 60€ per day which is insane and you cannot even sit down on the sand because they send you away.The staff is rude and the whole beach is really not worth visiting.

A very nice beach in Ischia, nice water and views. Went on Saturday, not crowded even if beach it's not that big. €50 for 2 sunbeds for whole day or €25 after 2pm. There are clean showers for which you have to pay a small fee, changing rooms and clean toilets. Definitely one of the best beaches on the island if you prefer to have 'space'. Only one snack bar which is a bit pricey for what they offer.

Nice sandy beach with a variety of bars and restaurants. It can get quite busy but it is still a lovely place however water is not as clean as on other beaches. Would recommend for a day anyway as we had a nice time!

Nice beach but way toooo busy.

Beach is really dirty, water is not so clean, and even if you pay 30€ for 2 sunbeds & umbrella, if you want to take a shower with clean water, you have to pay extra, with cash. The staff is rude, and they also allow peddlers sell junk on the beach and walk freely among sunbeds and people’s belongings. Not a good value for money, and honestly the worst maintained beach I’ve seen on the island so far

30 euros for two loungers and an umbrella all day. Lovely quiet beach at the end of the strip, no through traffic, nice beach bar with very pleasant food. Showers swallow your coins so don't bother but everything else was spot on.

Beautiful beach water was a little cold

Favorite beach in Ischia

Beautiful beach, great views and clean water BUT you basically HAVE TO pay for an umbrella and sunbeds (30€/day) since 95% of the beach is owned by private companies. OR walk right to the end (south side) and there's a nice guy that will rent you an umbrella for a fiver on the tiny bit of the beach that hadn't been colonised.

Proof if any were needed of the geothermal activity in the Bay of Naples. Although children are not permitted to enter the main hot pools, there are pools where they can happily play if supervised by an adult so it isn't too restrictive. My wife had a great time in the hot pools and sauna while i looked after our little one. For us this was a great day out from Sorrento where we were staying and involved an enjoyable ferry trip from Sorrento harbour,

Such a beautiful park! My husband, 1.5 year old son, and I visited for the day. Kids aren’t allowed in the thermal park so we stayed by the kids pools and switched off enjoying the spas. Such a relaxing experience at a great value. We got lunch at the cafe as well. The pool areas were clean and spacious and everyone there was respectful. One of the highlights of our trip.

Wow. Amazing day trip from Sorrento. Can’t recommend enough. Tons of restrooms and changing areas. Hundreds of chairs and umbrellas free of charge. Free locker to leave belongings. Affordable delicious food. Mostly locals

Super clean, nice and relaxing atmosphere. There are free lockers and many changing areas. Two restaurants for breakfast and lunch, not too many choices, but there are some still. You need a whole day to visit everything and enjoy the park’s diversity.

Great experience for a day. The entry is 50 € per person for the whole day. You can choose in any area a sunbed for the day. They have a bar open all day with drinks, desserts and sandwiches and a restaurant with food till 4pm I think. The pools are clean and with Ward water from 32 to 40°. It's worth the experience for a day if you stay 7 days on the island.

This is a large thermal bath complex with many pools and beautiful landscaping. The position, on a side of a hill all the way to the sea, with its own private beach, leads to breathtaking and mesmerizing views. This place is really a gem.

Beautiful thermal spa in Ischia. Make a reservation online to reserve the seats you want. We also had lunch there at the restaurant. Lunch was also very good. Salt water pools. Hot pools. Cold pools. A beautiful spa. Right on the beach…the Bay of Citara.

Never visited a more beautiful place

(Translated by Google) During the day, at sunset, the night is always spectacular. You can't come to the island without stopping at Soccorso! From the port, you can reach it by walking through the tunnel and then going up the stairs on the left. (Original) Di giorno, al tramonto, la notte è sempre spettacolare. Non si può venire sull'isola senza venire al Soccorso! Dal porto si raggiunge percorrendo il tunnel e poi salendo le scale a sinistra

(Translated by Google) Great end to the day for the Sunset, the deck chairs and the Aperol Spritz stand, not to be missed. (Original) Excellent fin de journée pour le Sunset, les chaises longues et le stand à Aperol Spritz, à ne pas manquer.

(Translated by Google) A white jewel suspended between sky and sea. The Church of Soccorso in Forio enchants with its simplicity and breathtaking view of the Tyrrhenian Sea. A place of peace, faith, and timeless beauty, where every sunset feels like a prayer. A must-see for anyone visiting Ischia. (Original) Un gioiello bianco sospeso tra cielo e mare. La Chiesa del Soccorso di Forio incanta con la sua semplicità e la vista mozzafiato sul Tirreno. Un luogo di pace, fede e bellezza senza tempo, dove ogni tramonto sembra una preghiera. Imperdibile per chi visita Ischia.

(Translated by Google) The church is small and quaint, but more than for its architectural qualities, it's known for being one of the most scenic spots on the island of Ischia. Perhaps the best sunset on the island can be seen from there. Clearly, the municipality of Forio has built a tourist attraction around it, complete with a pouf, a mobile Ape car/bar serving spritzes with music blaring, and the "I love Forio" sign, typical of all the coolest holiday destinations. (Original) La chiesetta è piccola e caratteristica, ma più che per le qualità architettoniche, è nota per essere uno degli spot panoramici per eccellenza dell'isola d'Ischia. Forse da lì si riesce ad osservare il miglior tramonto dell'isola. Chiaramente il comune di Forio, ci ha costruito intorno l'attrattiva turistica, con tanto di puff, ape car/bar ambulante che fa gli spritz con musica a tutto volume, e la scritta I love Forio nello stile tipico di tutte le località vacanziere più cool

(Translated by Google) A very beautiful church with a breathtaking view of the sea. Truly a sight to see. If you pass through Forio, you absolutely must visit. (Original) Chiesa molto bella con un panorama pazzesco sul mare. Veramente suggestiva da vedere. Se passate da Forio dovete andarci per forza

(Translated by Google) Very beautiful little church, overlooking the sea. I was lucky enough to know the artist who painted one of the paintings hanging in the church! (Original) Très belle petite église, qui donne sur la mer. J'ai eu la chance de connaître l'artiste qui a fait l'un des tableaux accroché dans l'église !

I loved the beach and had a wonderful day. The only problem is that the black sand is very beautiful, but I ended up burning my feet a bit underneath 😂😂 but I recommend it.

Lovely beach for snorkeling and relaxing! We saw lots of small fish and even a black and yellow moray eel. In some areas you can see the CO2 bubbles coming up to the surface! There was a bit of trash though… a beach cleanup would be appreciated! Don’t forget to take your trash with you!

One of the best places on the earth, I can say.. I went early morning in a "bad weather " and it was amazingly beautiful with almost no one around.. I went again to enjoy the sunset as well.. a must visit place!

By far the best beach on the island. The lounger are also reasonably priced for the day and the facilities are great. The water and beach is additionally spotless. Overall, dreamy.

Lovely place, but It's a shame that there are not enough free beaches. For a single day at the beach you have to spend at least: - 10€ for parking; - 25€ for two deck chairs and a beach umbrella.

Amazing beach 🥰

Hiked here from Sant'Angelo. Well-marked trail starts near the arch at the entrance to town. Passes Fumarole Beach, then a climb with some dirt trails. Lots of options to beach, refresh, or eat at Maronti. I took the water taxi back to Sant'Angelo. Lots of fun and a must for Elena Ferrante fans

Unreal view! Beautiful contrast of colors would recommend! Wish we had more time but our ferry was soon

I’ve visited ischia two times now and I keep coming to this beach, It’s easy to reach by bus,car or just walking and it has all the necessary things . There’s parking spaces , a bus stop with taxis too, and there are a lot of restaurants/cafes and a few little shops . It’s a very small beach so it’s busy all day but since I stay in the water a lot that doesn’t bother me. What makes it nice to swim here it’s that there’s a few rocks that you can swim too which are not too far away and with many fish surrounding them. As a swimmer i find it very nice that you can also swim about 1-2km to the end of the bay without going too deep.

Coarse sand. Lovely beach. Restaurants near by.

The beach is divided into two parts. One is owned by the Poseidon Baths and is very pricy. There are 4 rows of parasols and each row has a different price. I had to pay 32 Euros for a parasol in the second row. There are showers and clean toilets here. The smaller part of the beach is a free beach but extremely crowded. Otherwise the sand and the water are clean and the nearby mountain gives the scenery a nice touch. I enjoyed bathing here.

A nice free beach in Forio where we found a very interesting fumarole with hot water, where we walked, enjoyed the sunset and relaxed and also enjoyed a short but very efficient back massage session done on the beach by a Vietnamese lady. For your own wellbeing, I recommend you not to refuse it 😀

There are also a lot of fish in the water and they're not scared of humans at all. A nice free beach in Forio where we found a very interesting fumarole with hot water, where we walked, enjoyed the sunset. It’s a very small beach so it’s busy all day. There’s parking spaces , a bus stop with taxis too, and there are a lot of restaurants. one of the most beautiful sunset you’ll ever see. The water is cloudy because of the sand. Otherwise beautiful environment and nature. There are rocks just beneath the surface, invisible due to muddy water full of kelp. The sand is coarse, the water is clear but full of jellyfish. There are a lot of waves in this part of the island, especially on this beach.

One of the best beaches on the island! We used the free beach side, and helped ourselves to the nearby café for quick snacks and toilet. No showers. But one of the most beautiful sunset you’ll ever see! Also very clean water, ideal for snorkelling.

This is a neat spot! It does get quite crowded in the thermal spas (even early). Rocks are very slippery so you need to be careful and it is recommended to bring water shoes. We were staying at punta chiarito resort and came down here a few times. One day we used the water taxi to take us to Sant’Angelo which was really cool and quite easy. You pay on the boat in euro or at the stand/restaurant with card when you arrive or depart.

Glad we went! The water was lovely on the rainy day when went. With the waves crashing the hot thermal water mixes with the cold sea and it is a very unique experience. Maybe it was the time of year but there weren’t too many people and with just a bit of waiting we got ourselves some pretty good seats in the end. The atmosphere is also great with people being very friendly; helping you in and warning you about the hotter areas. Just try to not sit in the parts with a lot of debris - this was a slightly annoying addition in some parts.

An unquestionably fascinating and enjoyable experience. Here you can bathe at a place where volcanic hot springs meet the sea. Swim out further to refresh with cool, clean, sea water. Or swim closer to the volcanic source to feel the warm flow. Also here you can rent a sun chair and have a delicious bruschetta. Free areas are also available, but a little crowded and uncomfortable.

Forio is a lovely town. We visited in late October and weren't lucky with the weather. There are some free thermal springs nearby if the sea isn't too wild. The place is friendly, clean and welcoming. Explore food options out of the town for the best food and prices. I recommend Da Gisella 10 minutes down the road.

Loved it here, you can rent beds and sun chairs (there are only around 8 of each). The bar serves food, drinks and icecream and you can buy swimming shoes as well, as the beach is rocky and slippery. The thermal area is relatively small. The hot water mixed with the colder sea water offers a very relaxing experience.

What an amazing place! Spent over 1hr in the thermal water and felt great afterwards, Del Pirata D’Ischia can apply a natural clay which feels great for a few euro, be careful on the rocks as it’s rather slippery so worth it!!

Water can be very hot so pick your spot carefully.rocks very slippery. Be prepared for a long walk with lots of steps

Absolutely stunning experience! We got to see some very unique cactuses! I would love to say a massive thank you to the lady owner who let us earlier prior it being opened for public! We arrived fiver 30 minutes before it opened and got huge surprise to get in! Thank you very much! We loved white peacocks and cactus cocktails at 10am was a great touch!

Yesterday I visited this wonderful garden. I was really impressed by its great collection of cacti as welll as other beautiful plants. There you can see some birds and rabbits, too. Everything in the park is so nicely decorated. They thought about every small detail there like putting fragrances in the premises that smell really well. There are also several cool photo zones for taking beautiful pictures. And of course, the is also a wonderful view of the sea and the island. Also, the staff was really welcoming. They clearly explained to everyone how to navigate in the park. The staff member speaks several languages. So, I highly recommend this place to everyone who is staying in Forio.

What a little gem of a place! An amazing young garden, lots of different plants a d cacti. Some of the interpretation could do with a upgrade or refresh, perhaps a little more would be good too. The restaurant was very good and well priced. Will certainly be back the next time I'm over.

A truly surreal experience. Fabulous cactus garden with so many different types and perfectly laid out. One of the most interesting gardens I've visited.

We visited the botanical garden which specialises in cactus growing. It's a fascinating place with lots of interest crammed into quite a small area. We spent around 90 minutes wandering around the garden. It is a very peaceful place with cool spots to sit and take in the lovely smell of the herbs and flowers. We finished with a snack and a cocktail at the Cactus Lounge. They were very welcoming and the food was excellent. I tried their own spritz made with herbs growing in the garden and really enjoyed it.

Wonderful place, here the atmosphere is simply breathtaking. Whether you just get lost in the garden or want to chill for a bit drinking their famous cactus cocktail in their cozy “cactus lounge cafe” this place will make you want to come back for more.

We stayed at Giardini Ravino at the resort for five days in August of 2024 for our honeymoon and it was the best accommodation of our month in Italy! The hospitality from Lukas and others was beyond exceptional. If we could have spent the entire honeymoon there, we could have happily! The entire resort is spotlessly clean, the pools were relaxing, the air conditioned rooms were so cute and tasteful, and we were always attended to so thoughtfully. The cabs organized on our behalf were a bonus! Truly, we cannot say enough good about Ravino. One day we can’t wait to come back! 🇨🇦🤍🇮🇹 Thank you!! - Cadence and Bryan

The water is clean. The free public area is quite big. Comfortable enough for kinds. There are toilets and dressing room free of charge.

Very nice beach. Lively but because it was big was well spaced out. Amazing sunset.

We went here yesterday and it was great. We rented one of the umbrellas with 2 chairs combos from Nonna Carmela which is a restaurant by the beach. Very convenient to stay here to get drinks, coffee and use their loos. We stayed here for about 8h arriving at around 9am (we were basically the first ones to arrive at this section of umbrellas). At its peak around 11am there were many people at the beach but it was not crowded. Most of the umbrellas were taken but there were still some left. The water was warm and crystal clear as you can see from the photo, lots of families around and older people. The beach was clean. No instagrammers or loud music or partying which we found excellent. Brilliant to relax and enjoy the sun and the sea.

Best beach on the Island. The public beach is bigger than most and provides enough space even during high season. The water is warm and welcoming. There are some breakers which provide very calm waters. The beach can be accessed on a day trip by walking from the Napoli-Ischia-Forio ferry port.

Nice beach, the water temperature is amazing and there are showers and toilets nearby!

Amazing beach. Very big and shallow for the kids

One of the closest private beaches near Forio towns. Prices around 21 euros for a chair and umbrella( ? ) but they assigned the location of umbrella to you! It’s high season so felt hustle but most beaches are private if you want a shower. The shower needs a card from the cashier to activate and you need to pay a 20 euro refundable deposit for the card from the cashier.

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(Translated by Google) I give 3 stars because there are things that can be improved. We stayed here for a month (also last year), my husband and I, with a 2nd row season ticket. The beach is beautiful and the staff is friendly and helpful, but the umbrellas are very close together and obviously there is a big crowd and your neighbors aren't always nice people. There should be greater control over the use of cell phones: adults and children watch videos and films, without earphones, regardless of the noise and annoyance they cause to neighbors. It's nowhere written that you can't relax on the beach! It's really difficult here. Many large beaches (like this one) have adopted the separation "families with children" and "adults only": well, here it would be the case to do so, because after having raised 4 children, now on the beach I expect tranquility and not to hear the children screaming and crying other people's children!! Parents who, in order not to get up from their sunbeds, shout the names of their children a thousand times a day into the sea, meters away!! There is a limit and tolerance to everything!! The cost is not low, so solutions must be found to satisfy everyone's needs, even if these bring a little less money into the managers' pockets. Thanks and good work. (Original) Metto 3 stelle perché ci sono cose migliorabili. Siamo stati qui un mese (anche l'anno scorso) , mio marito ed io, con abbonamento in 2° fila. La spiaggia è bellissima e il personale è gentile e disponibile, ma gli ombrelloni sono molto ravvicinati ed ovviamente c'è una gran folla e non sempre i tuoi vicini sono persone per bene. Ci vorrebbe maggior controllo sull' uso dei cellulari : adulti e bambini guardano video e film, senza auricolari, incuranti del rumore e del fastidio che danno ai vicini. Non è scritto da nessuna parte che in spiaggia non ci si possa rilassare! Qui è veramente difficile. Molti lidi grandi (come questo) hanno adottato la separazione "famiglie con bambini" e "solo adulti": ecco, qui sarebbe il caso di farlo, perché dopo aver cresciuto 4 figli, adesso in spiaggia pretendo tranquillità e non sentire urlare e piangere i figli degli altri!! Genitori che pur di non alzarsi dai lettini, gridano mille volte al giorno i nomi dei loro figli a mare, a metri di distanza!! A tutto c'è limite e tolleranza!! Il costo non è basso, quindi vanno trovate soluzioni per soddisfare le esigenze di tutti, anche se queste dovessero portare un pò di soldi in meno nelle tasche dei gestori. Grazie e buon lavoro.

(Translated by Google) Among the best equipped beaches in Forio for price and services. As of August 2025, €35 for two loungers and an umbrella (a bit dated). Showers (cold or hot for a fee), changing rooms, restrooms, and a bar-restaurant are available. The cashier staff is a bit rude. (Original) Tra i migliori lidi attrezzati a Forio per prezzo e per servizi. Ad agosto 2025 35€ per 2 lettini con ombrellone (un po’ datati). Presenti docce (fredde o calde a pagamento) e spogliatoi, bagni, bar-ristorante. Personale in cassa un po’ scorbutico.

(Translated by Google) Generally clean beach, but sometimes cigarette butts and rubbish are found; often full of algae and various debris on the shore. I took advantage of it through an agreement with a village and, despite this, we were unable to have an assigned umbrella for even a week. The law of "first come, first served" applies. Every time you leave the beach, on your way back you have to wander around in the hope of finding an empty spot. Furthermore, you can have sunbeds with or without parasols; even in this case, it is possible not to be able to have an example of both types per umbrella, since you move them as you prefer. Not all staff members are courteous. I recommend it to those who love adventure, long walks in the sun and the thrill of the unknown. (Original) Spiaggia generalmente pulita, però a volte si trovano mozziconi e cartacce; spesso piena di alghe e detriti vari sulla riva. Ne ho usufruito tramite convenzione con un villaggio e, nonostante ciò, nemmeno per una settimana abbiamo potuto avere un ombrellone assegnato. Vige la legge del “chi prima arriva, meglio alloggia”. Ogni volta che si lascia la spiaggia, al ritorno bisogna vagare nella speranza di trovare un posto libero. Inoltre, si possono avere lettini con o senza parasole; anche in questo caso, è possibile non riuscire ad avere un esemplare di entrambi i tipi per ombrellone, poiché li si sposta come si preferisce. Non tutti i membri dello staff sono cortesi. Lo consiglio a chi ama l’avventura, le lunghe passeggiate sotto al sole e il brividino dell’ignoto.

(Translated by Google) The beach is clean and the sea is crystal clear. Prices are pretty average for Ischia: two sun loungers and an umbrella in the fourth row in July cost €30. The prices at the bar are also quite reasonable. The only downside is that you need a card for the showers, which they issue at the cashier only after leaving a €20 deposit. Otherwise, they won't give it to you. Unfortunately, I didn't have any cash, but the owner would lend it to me every time I needed to shower, and I'd have to give it back afterward. In short, it was a bit embarrassing for me to have to ask for it every time, as if I were the one at fault. There's room for improvement. I understand the concern that a customer might forget to take the card, but perhaps a document could be left as a deposit. (Original) La spiaggia è pulita e il mare cristallino, i prezzi per essere ad Ischia sono abbastanza nella norma, due lettini e un ombrellone in quarta fila a Luglio 30€, anche al bar i prezzi sono abbastanza onesti, unica nota dolente, per le docce ci vuole una card che ti rilasciano alla cassa solo se lasci 20€ di cauzione, altrimenti non te la danno, purtroppo io non avevo contanti, ma il titolare ogni volta che dovevo fare la doccia me la dava in prestito e dopo aver finito dovevo restituirgliela, insomma leggermente imbarazzante per me andarla a chiedere ogni volta, quasi fossi io quello in difetto. Si puó migliorare, capisco la preoccupazione che il cliente in una dimenticanza possa portarsi via la scheda, ma magari si potrebbe lasciare un documento come cauzione.

(Translated by Google) RUDE LIFEGUARDS AND AN UNPLEASANT EXPERIENCE!! We stayed at this beach because it was recommended, among many others, by the hotel where we stayed. It should be noted that our initial choice was for a beach on another beach, but due to the rough seas and having small children, we opted for this one. We booked for three days. It should be noted right away that the umbrellas are practically pushed together, your lounger is essentially pushed against your neighbor's, eliminating any privacy. But I understand that we're in Ischia, and the owner (a man who later reveals his genuine friendliness and helpfulness to his guests) wants to exploit every single square inch for profit, or perhaps he's a philanthropist who wants to encourage people to socialize. But let's get to the point. It should be noted that the beach club provides cards (similar to those used to open hotel room doors) for the showers, upon payment of a €20 deposit, which is returned upon return. On Monday, the weather was unpredictable, with a risk of rain. I had just showered and placed the card on the umbrella, waiting to put it back in my backpack. Suddenly, a heavy rain came, and I gathered the children, aged 5 and 3, under the umbrella to shelter us and gather our things, waiting to reach the beach club bar. Suddenly, a lifeguard appeared, a tall guy who could have been 20 or 25 at most, with a boyish face and still showing signs of acne, whose sole purpose was to immediately close the umbrella. My wife replied, telling him to wait a moment, as the children were still there. The nice, childish man, oblivious to the fact that there were small children and whose sole purpose was to close the umbrella, arrogantly and rudely engaged in a meaningless exchange with a woman, telling her it was pointless for her to talk, that she was arguing, making jokes with stupid sarcasm, insolence, and extreme rudeness. In the commotion, my wife didn't see the card, which she left there, having to gather much more important things (the children and their clothes). After realizing we'd forgotten it, we returned to the umbrella after the rain had stopped, but there was no sign of the card. At that point, I went to the rude lifeguard to ask if he'd seen and taken the card (since the loungers under our umbrella were closed), and the man, sitting like a skunk in his chair with his other colleague, replied curtly that he hadn't seen anything. At that point, his older colleague, perhaps 40 or 45, intervened, telling me he'd seen it but left it there. When I asked him why he hadn't taken it, since it was unattended, to return it to me or at least return it to the owner, given that it was a card on which the owner had imposed a €20 deposit, a sign that its loss was costing him money, he replied, "But I didn't even have to tell you I'd seen it." After this latest display of rudeness mixed with arrogance (let alone customer service, which they don't know what that is), I went to the owner to tell him what had happened, also to ask if anyone had returned the card, but received this response: "Everyone here knows I give cards away for €20, they take them and go exchange them to make money," not caring what had happened and, in fact, not giving me my money back. In short, €20 wasted due to the rudeness of an arrogant lifeguard, more concerned with closing an umbrella than getting small children wet. It was certainly a bad experience and a terrible image for a charming place like Forio, which deserves better quality services and the people who provide them. OBVIOUSLY, THIS LIDO WILL NEVER SEE ME AGAIN. (Original) BAGNINI MALEDUCATI E SPIACEVOLE ESPERIENZA!! Siamo stati in questo lido perché consigliato, tra i tanti, dalla struttura alberghiera in cui abbiamo soggiornato. Da premettere che la nostra scelta iniziale era ricaduta su un lido situato su altra spiaggia, ma a causa del mare grosso e avendo bimbi piccoli abbiamo optato per questo. Abbiamo prenotato per tre giorni. Vi è da dire subito che gli ombrelloni sono addossati praticamente l’uno all’altro, il tuo lettino di fatto è accostato al lettino del tuo vicino, azzerando la privacy, ma capisco che siamo a Ischia e il titolare (uomo che poi rivelerà tutta la sua simpatia e disponibilità verso il cliente) vuole sfruttare a scopo di profitto ogni singolo centimetro quadrato o forse è un filantropo che vuole far socializzare le persone. Ma andiamo al fattaccio. Da premettere che il lido fornisce delle schede (simili a quelle per aprire le porte delle camere degli alberghi) per le docce, dietro pagamento di cauzione di 20 euro, che restituiscono alla riconsegna. Il lunedì c’è stato tempo incerto con rischio piogge. Io avevo appena fatto la doccia e aveva appoggiato la scheda sul piatto ombrellone, in attesa di riporla nello zaino. Improvvisamente è arrivata una pioggia forte e ho radunato i bambini di 5 e 3 anni sotto l’ombrellone per ripararci e raccogliere le nostre cose, in attesa di raggiungere il bar del lido. Improvvisamente si è catapultato un bagnino, un ragazzotto alto che avrà potuto avere al massimo 20/25 anni, con il viso ancora fanciullesco e i segni ancora dell’acne, il cui unico scopo era quello di chiudere subito l’ombrellone. Mia moglie gli ha risposto dicendogli di aspettare un attimo che c’erano ancora i bambini, e il simpatico bambacione, fregandosene del fatto che ci fossero bambini piccoli e avendo come unico scopo quello di chiudere l’ombrellone, ha ingaggiato con arroganza e maleducazione un botta e risposta senza senso con una donna, dicendole che era inutile che parlava, che faceva polemica, ironizzando con stupido sarcasmo con insolenza ed estrema maleducazione. Nella concitazione mia moglie non ha visto la scheda, che è rimasta lì, dovendo raccogliere cose ben più importanti (figli e loro vestiti). Dopo esserci accorti di averla dimenticata, siamo tornati sotto l’ombrellone dopo la fine della pioggia, ma della scheda non vi era traccia. A quel punto mi sono recato dal bagnino maleducato per chiedergli se avesse visto e preso lui la scheda (dal momento che i lettini sotto al nostro ombrellone erano chiusi) e il soggetto, assiso come un bonzo sulla sua sedia in compagnia dell’altro collega, mi ha risposto bellamente di non avere visto nulla. A quel punto interveniva il collega, più grande di lui, sui 40/45 anni, il quale mi diceva che l’aveva vista ma l’aveva lasciata lì. Alla mia replica sul perché non l’avesse presa, essendo incustodita, per riconsegnarmela o comunque restituirla al titolare, trattandosi di una scheda su cui il titolare aveva imposto una cauzione di 20 euro, segno che la sua perdita per lui aveva un costo, replicava “ma io potevo anche non dirti proprio di averla vista”. Dopo questa ennesimo sfoggio di maleducazione mista ad arroganza (lasciamo stare la cura del cliente che non sanno cosa sia), sono andato dal titolare per dirgli cosa era successo, anche per chiedergli se qualcuno avesse riportato la scheda, ricevendo questa risposta “qua tutti sanno che io do le schede per 20 euro, le prendono e le vanno a cambiare per farsi i soldi”, fregandosene di ciò che era successo e di fatto non restituendomi i soldi. Insomma, 20 euro inutilmente buttati per colpa della maleducazione di un bagnino dai modi arroganti e preoccupato più di chiudere un ombrellone che far bagnare dei bambini piccoli. Sicuramente una brutta esperienza e un bruttissima immagine per un posto incantevole come Forio, che meriterebbe altra qualità di servizi e delle persone che li forniscono. OVVIAMENTE QUESTO LIDO NON MI VEDRÀ PIÙ.