Sandy beach, Resort

San Vito Lo Capo is one of the places that regularly features amongst the most beautiful beaches in Sicily. The long, light-sand beach is lapped by crystal-clear, gently sloping waters, whilst the striking Monte Monaco rises in the background. This small seaside resort in north-western Sicily is ideal for families with children and for a stay of several days by the sea. Bear in mind, however, that during July and August, San Vito Lo Capo is one…

Resort, Sandy beach, Cathedral, Mountain, Lookout

Cefalù is a historic seaside town on the northern coast of Sicily, about 70 km east of Palermo. It combines a sandy beach, medieval streets, a Norman cathedral and a viewpoint from the Rocca di Cefalù cliff, all in one place. It is easy to get here from Palermo by direct train. Cefalù is therefore one of the best day trips in Sicily. If your itinerary allows, we recommend staying here for at least one night. The town centre is quieter in the…

Tourist town, Archaeological site, Cathedral, Pebble beach

Taormina is one of the most beautiful and most visited places in Sicily. The historic centre lies high above the Ionian Sea and, within a small area, brings together an ancient theatre, romantic alleyways, views of Mount Etna and the famous Isola Bella beach. You can easily explore the town on foot, but be prepared for hilly terrain, lots of steps, higher prices and large crowds. In our opinion, Taormina is at its most enchanting in the early…

Sandy beach, Resort

Letojanni is a compact seaside resort on the east coast of Sicily, just a few kilometres from Taormina. It offers a long beach, restaurants along the promenade and, generally speaking, cheaper accommodation than its more famous neighbouring town. In my view, Letojanni is one of the most practical bases in eastern Sicily if you want to stay by the sea and simply make day trips to Taormina. On the other hand, it’s not worth travelling here…

Sandy beach, Coast, Cliff

Scala dei Turchi is a dazzling white cliff on the southern coast of Sicily. It lies near the town of Realmonte, about 15 km from Agrigento. Its undulating surface resembles a wide staircase descending into the sea. In my opinion, Scala dei Turchi is one of those places well worth a visit, particularly when combined with a trip to Agrigento and the Valley of the Temples. The stop itself only takes a short while. However, you’ll have a much…

Resort, Sandy beach

The beautiful little town of Castellammare del Golfo is the largest and prettiest seaside resort in the extensive beach area of the Bay of Castellammare, which stretches for over 20 km. The whole area is one of Sicily’s best destinations for swimming. 🛌 view the best accommodation in Sicily 🚗 compare car hire prices Castellammare enjoys a superb location on the edge of the rocky Zingaro Peninsula and the flat coastline of the bay of the…

Sandy beach

Do you like to split your time between swimming and sightseeing on holiday? Then Mondello Beach is the ideal choice for you. It is situated right on the outskirts of Palermo, yet in a beautiful setting surrounded by two mountains and a leafy residential neighbourhood with plenty of small hotels and guesthouses. Mondello Beach is certainly one of the 10 most beautiful beaches in Sicily. View the best accommodation in Sicily Compare car hire…

Sandy beach, Cliff

Torre Salsa is one of Sicily’s wildest beach areas. The nature reserve lies between the towns of Siculiana and Eraclea Minoa, west of Agrigento. Along the 6 km stretch of coastline, wide sandy beaches, dunes, wetlands and white marl and gypsum cliffs alternate. It is therefore not a single continuous 6 km-long beach. In my opinion, Torre Salsa is better than the better-known Scala dei Turchi if you want to spend a whole day by the sea. However…

Sandy beach

Lido di Noto, also known as Noto Marina, is a small seaside resort about 7 km from the historic town of Noto. Its main attraction is an almost kilometre-long sandy beach with a gentle slope into the sea. Lido di Noto has no major sights or a bustling town centre. It is particularly suitable for families, a peaceful seaside holiday and as a base for exploring south-eastern Sicily. In my opinion, it makes the most sense to stay here for 2 to 4…

Pebble beach, Resort

The port town of Milazzo in north-eastern Sicily is one of the main beach resorts on the north coast and a key starting point for trips to the Aeolian Islands. The town’s location itself is also remarkable: it sits on a peninsula 5 km long and just under 1 kilometre wide, which is ideal for walks. View the best accommodation in Sicily compare car hire prices Beaches and swimming Milazzo boasts an almost endless beach stretching from the…