Parco Termale Poseidon
Forio (NA)
KnownIn the water & diving
The story
On the bay of Citara dozens of pools at different temperatures face the sea, among flowering terraces and the sunset that sets the water of Forio ablaze.
The story
The Poseidon Thermal Gardens, in the bay of Citara at Forio, are one of the largest thermal parks in Europe. They exploit the hot waters of the island of Ischia in a wide garden facing the sea, with dozens of pools at different temperatures.
What to see
About twenty thermal pools, from the coldest to the hottest, immersed in a garden that slopes down towards the beach of Citara, with saunas, grottoes and wellness routes. It is the most comfortable way to experience thermal Ischia in a single facility.
How to get there
- Hydrofoil
- Ferry
Tips
It is a private thermal park, with paid admission and seasonal opening (generally from spring to autumn): check the opening period, hours and fares on the official site before going. Bring a swimsuit, flip-flops and a towel. You are at Forio, on the bay of Citara, famous also for its sunsets.
Frequently asked questions
Are the Poseidon Gardens free?
No: they are a private thermal park with paid admission and seasonal opening. Check the period, hours and fares on the official site.
What does the Poseidon Park offer?
About twenty thermal pools at different temperatures, saunas and wellness routes, in a garden on the bay of Citara at Forio.
When is the Poseidon Park open?
It has seasonal opening, generally from spring to autumn: it is best to check the dates on the official site.
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