Hotel Chiaia di Luna, Ponza

Condé Nast TravelerAug 3

The Ulysses Riviera: the Hidden Italian Coast Every Odyssey Fan Should Visit

Named after Odysseus himself, this overlooked coastline between Rome and Naples combines mythological landmarks, ancient Roman ruins, crystal-clear beaches, and picturesque seaside towns.

Hotel on Ponza with beauty like Amalfi Coast in 1950s-60s.

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Hotel Chiaia di LunaHotelHotel on Ponza with beauty like Amalfi Coast in 1950s-60s.
Elsewhere
Villa of TiberiusSightSperlonga, ItalyArchaeological museum attached to the villa with a statue of Polyphemus.
Via FlaccaPlaceRome, ItalyRoad connecting towns between Rome and Naples.
Ulysses RivieraSightGaeta, ItalyCoast named from The Odyssey, from Monte Circeo to Gaeta.
Monte CirceoSightSan Felice Circeo, ItalyImposing mountain, possibly Circe's island.
Chez DedePlaceGaeta, ItalyChic concept shop in Gaeta.
PapardòRestaurantGaeta, ItalyBeach club serving tiella, a local savory pie.
Appia AnticaTrailTerracina, ItalyAncient road leading from Rome to Brindisi.
Da Mario l’OstricaroRestaurantTerracina, ItalyRetro restaurant overlooking the sea in Terracina.
Temple of Jupiter AnxurSightTerracina, ItalyAncient ruins on a promontory in Terracina.
Hotel Punta RossaHotelSan Felice Circeo, ItalyHotel in San Felice Circeo with old-school glamour.
SaporettiRestaurantSabaudia, ItalyBeach shack in Sabaudia serving fritto misto and spaghetti.

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The Ulysses Riviera: the Hidden Italian Coast Every Odyssey Fan Should Visit