# Sea > Casamicciola Terme looks out over Ischia’s northern coast towards the Gulf of Naples. Its shoreline alternates fine sandy beaches ideal for families, such as the Marina and the Fundera, with small rocky coves where thermal springs flow into the sea. At its centre lies the harbour, home to the Marina di Casamicciola. ## The sea at Casamicciola Discover Casamicciola Sandy beaches, rocky coves and hot springs flowing into the sea, on the north coast of the island of Ischia. Casamicciola Terme faces north, towards the Gulf of Naples, Procida and the Phlegraean coast. Its coastline runs for just a few kilometres, from the border with Lacco Ameno in the west to the headland of Castiglione towards Ischia Porto, yet this short stretch holds a remarkable variety of landscapes. In the centre, next to the harbour and Piazza Marina, [Marina Beach](https://visitcasamicciola.com/en/sea-and-beaches/marina-beach/) offers golden sand and shallow water, easy to reach on foot. To the west, near the heliport, [Fundera Beach](https://visitcasamicciola.com/en/sea-and-beaches/fundera-beach/) is small, sandy and sunny until the afternoon. To the east, at Perrone, [Monastery Beach](https://visitcasamicciola.com/en/sea-and-beaches/monastery-beach-spiaggia-del-convento/) is reached by a flight of steps, while along the Castiglione coast [Bagnitielli Beach](https://visitcasamicciola.com/en/sea-and-beaches/bagnitielli-beach/) is a rocky cove where thermal water gushes straight into the sea. This is the most distinctive feature of the sea at Casamicciola: the springs that made the town famous flow into it, and it can also be enjoyed from the thermal parks overlooking the coast. The harbour, with hydrofoil and ferry connections to Naples, Pozzuoli and Procida, is the gateway to the town for those arriving by sea. ## The beaches of Casamicciola Beaches From the sand of the Marina to the rocky coves of Castiglione: choose the beach that suits you best. ## The Marina di Casamicciola Arriving by sea Casamicciola’s tourist harbour lies on the northern coast of Ischia, in the centre of the town. From your berth you can walk to the seafront, Piazza Marina and Marina Beach, and from there reach the island’s main destinations. - Tourist harbour in the heart of the town - Mooring assistance and shore staff - Just steps from the seafront and Piazza Marina [Discover the Marina](https://visitcasamicciola.com/en/marina-di-casamicciola-ischia/) ## The sea at Casamicciola at a glance Frequently asked questions - Which is the most convenient beach in Casamicciola Terme? — Marina Beach, next to the harbour and Piazza Marina: it has golden sand mixed with pebbles and shallow water, and can be reached on foot from the centre or by EAV bus. - Which beaches in Casamicciola are suitable for children? — Marina Beach and Fundera Beach have sand and shallow water. Bagnitielli Beach, which is rocky and quickly becomes deep, is better suited to swimmers and snorkellers. - Where can you bathe in thermal water in the sea at Casamicciola? — At Bagnitielli Beach, along the Castiglione coast, the Bagnitiello spring flows into the sea, forming pools of warm water among the rocks. The ’O Vagnitiello and Castiglione thermal parks are on the same stretch of coast. - How do you get to Casamicciola by sea? — Casamicciola harbour has hydrofoil and ferry connections to Naples, Pozzuoli and Procida. Timetables and operators vary with the season and should be checked before you travel. ### Beach - [Marina Beach](https://visitcasamicciola.com/en/sea-and-beaches/marina-beach/): Marina Beach is the town beach of Casamicciola Terme, next to the harbour and Piazza Marina on Ischia's north coast. It offers around 150 metres of golden sand mixed with pebbles, a gently shelving… - [Monastery Beach](https://visitcasamicciola.com/en/sea-and-beaches/monastery-beach-spiaggia-del-convento/): Monastery Beach (Spiaggia del Convento) is a small fine-sand beach in the Perrone area of Casamicciola Terme, below the Passionist Fathers' monastery that gives it its name. It has clear, shallow… - [Bagnitielli Beach](https://visitcasamicciola.com/en/sea-and-beaches/bagnitielli-beach/): Bagnitielli Beach (Spiaggia dei Bagnitielli) is a small cove of rocks and pebbles west of the Castiglione headland, on the eastern coast of Casamicciola Terme. It is famous for the Bagnitiello… - [Fundera Beach](https://visitcasamicciola.com/en/sea-and-beaches/fundera-beach/): Fundera Beach (Spiaggia della Fundera) is a small fine-sand beach on the western coast of Casamicciola Terme, near the heliport and the boundary with Lacco Ameno. It has clear water with a shallow… ## Frequently asked questions ### Which is the most convenient beach in Casamicciola Terme? Marina Beach, next to the harbour and Piazza Marina: it has golden sand mixed with pebbles and shallow water, and can be reached on foot from the centre or by EAV bus. ### Which beaches in Casamicciola are suitable for children? Marina Beach and Fundera Beach have sand and shallow water. Bagnitielli Beach, which is rocky and quickly becomes deep, is better suited to swimmers and snorkellers. ### Where can you bathe in thermal water in the sea at Casamicciola? At Bagnitielli Beach, along the Castiglione coast, the Bagnitiello spring flows into the sea, forming pools of warm water among the rocks. The ’O Vagnitiello and Castiglione thermal parks are on the same stretch of coast. ### How do you get to Casamicciola by sea? Casamicciola harbour has hydrofoil and ferry connections to Naples, Pozzuoli and Procida. Timetables and operators vary with the season and should be checked before you travel.