On the north-eastern edge of the island rises immense Villa Jovis, the most remarkable example of a Roman villa found in Capri. The Villa, built by Emperor Tiberius, is a sumptuous construction covering a vast area of over 7,000 square metres. It is now the site of excavations and archaeological research.
It is reached from the town of Capri, passing by the small Church of San Michele and the scenic park of Villa Astarita to the archaeological site. The impressive ruins dominate the wonderful view of the Sorrento Peninsula and overlook a 330-metre cliff: the so-called Tiberius’ Cliff, from which the emperor would have his victims thrown.