There are many places to see in Sicily, we’ve chosen 10 that you will really love and never be able to forget!
For its pristine nature, its long history, its vibrant cities, its cuisine, and its people: Sicily is one of the most beautiful regions of Italy, a territory to be discovered slowly, to visit at least once in a lifetime. But what are the best places to visit? Which ones you can not forget? Let’s find out the best experiences that you can have and the best places you can visit in Sicily, between dips in the crystal clear waters, markets, and Arab monuments.
On Mount Etna, in the Circumetnea train
We can not leave for Sicily and not see the highest active volcano in Europe. It looks like a trip to another world, you’re surrounded by lunar landscapes that alternate with fields colored by pistachios flowers. The most original way to discover Etna is definitely the Circumetnea, the historic railway that travels through small villages around the volcano, giving the travelers picturesque views of this unique landscape.
Valley of the Temples, at sunset
Here we are at the archaeological area of Agrigento, one of many Italian World Heritage and one of the most suggestive places in Sicily. Words are not enough to describe the well-preserved remains of Hellenistic cities. There are few things in life as a beautiful as a sunset from the temple of Zeus.
Scicli, the Baroque Sicily
In the midst of a picturesque landscape of calcareous cliffs and quarries, there Scicli, one of the jewels of Sicily that will leave you breathless with its houses, its long history and its Greek, Arabs and Normans masterpieces. You can get to the town through a beautiful bike route, to discover the Val di Noto.
Taormina, a concert in the Teatro Antico
On a rocky plateau of Mount Tauro, overlooking the sea, there is Taormina, a city with an invaluable historical and cultural heritage. Millions of people fell in love with this place, including famous names such as Goethe, Maupassant, Oscar Wilde and many others. After a tour in the beautiful old town, do not miss the opportunity to attend a concert in the Teatro Antico, a fascinating stage, unique in the world.
Beach of rabbits, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world
We move in the incredible Lampedusa, the small island of rabbits, in the south west of the island. In terms of nature and biodiversity, it is certainly one of the most interesting places in Sicily Here waiting for you, in a dream scenario, breathtaking sea and beach. For a moment you’ll think you are in the Caribbean.
Scala dei Turchi, between white and blue
Among Realmonte and Porto Empedocle, near Agrigento, there is a white cliff that plunges into the blue sea. Scala dei Turchi is a true monument of nature, a truly impressive shows that you will love immediately.
The Ballarò market, the oldest in Palermo
In Palermo there are 4 local markets, open every day from morning to night. They are the perfect place to be inebriated by the aromas, flavors, traditions of the city. The popular market par excellence is Ballaro, that seems an open-air theater where each stall, reminiscent of those of Arab bazaars, tells us something about the city.
Catania, walking in Via Crociferi
A hymn to the Sicilian Baroque, one of the oldest streets of the city: Via Crociferi will enchant you by works placed along the way, for its majesty. It is a succession of churches and monasteries. Another World Heritage Site and one of the best places in Sicily that you can’t miss.
Noto and its staircase
Noto is an elegant city of eastern Sicily, characterized by a special charm. Stop for a moment in the cathedral steps and breathe the atmosphere of art and poetry of the city. And do not forget to taste the local almond!
Marzamemi, between tuna and cinema
We end our tour of Sicily in Marzamemi, a beautiful seaside village. Here there is a tonnara (tuna-fishing nets) of Arab origin and several restaurants where you can enjoy some of the most incredible flavors of the world. In late July, every year here the Border Film Festival takes place.
Where to stay in Sicily
On the island there is no shortage of sustainable accommodations: farmhouses on the slopes of Mount Eras, residences in front of the sea, B&B in the historic centers of the cities. Your sustainable Sicilian holiday starts here.
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