Sicily is the Island by the 1000 surprises, from wild scents until the typical cuisine, from the archaeological heritage until the UNESCO heritage beaches.
Visiting Sicily it will allow you to explore the cultures that have dominated over the centuries, in addiction to host you within the wonderful realities and structures on the island.
In short, food, art, culture and beauty are the key words of this wonderful island.
So “A Casa di Amici” proposes you the 10 most beautiful places in Sicily, that are, the most popular places requested by our travelers, those that you absolutely can not do without visiting.
From the Great Cities, to the valleys of the Greek Temples, up to the nature reserves and breathtaking beaches.
Are you ready? Let’s Start
San Vito Lo Capo
Let’s start with the most famous beach of the island, San Vito Lo Capo! Crowned as the most beautiful beach of Italy and among the top 10 European beaches. San Vito, is characterized by an extended beach and crystal clear water that leaves anyone enchanted. In short, if you want coconuts, relax and beauty, San Vito lo Capo is the right place for you.
Tonnara di Scopello
Tonnara di Scopello is a magic place, it is surrounded by the wild nature that characterizes the place. The wonderful tonnara, as well as a place to stay, has been the location for the set of the famous movie “Oceans 12”
A few kilometers from Scopello there is also the famous Zingaro Natural Reserve!
Parco Archeologico di Segesta
What we have to say, the ruins speak for themselves! The archaeological park of Segesta is a place where history, art and beauty meld, retracing the influences of the ancient Greek world.
Siracusa
Siracusa is a wonderful city full of art and monuments. The centrepiece? Ortigia island, where every summer it is organized very interesting cultural and musical events.
Absolutely not to be missed!
Agrigento
Agrigento is headquarters of some of the most beautiful Greek temples.
It is here, always since, that the ancient pagan cultureswent to celebrate rituals and festivities related to the ancient Greek cult.
Etna
The Etna Volcano together with Vesuvius is one of the most famous volcanoes of Italy and Europe. The best way to enjoy this giant of nature is to climb it in an excursion, being able to admire the fantastic view it gives.
Terrasini
Terrasini, a small cozy village, 30 km from Palermo, with enchanting sea places. Red rocks and wild nature characterize this small village. Moreover,it is home to the beautiful reserve of Punta Pispisa!
Riserva di Vendicari
The Vendicari reserve is a place where beaches and ruins meld to form surreal landscapes,it is a really a special place to take a bath and enjoy the water of the Mediterranean Sea.
Gole dell’Alcantara
it is a place totally immersed in the nature,with dark and smoothed rocks, that are crossed by the torrents, with emerald waters
Recommended for true lovers of wild nature!
Palermo
Finally we finish with our wonderful Palermo, place where endless cultures meld with each other, creating a multicultural urban climate, that, more than that of Italy, recalls North Africa.
Nominated Capital of Italian Culture 2018, home to the “Manifesta 12” Art and Culture Biennale, Palermo is one of the most beautiful cities to visit in Italy.
Palermo is famous for its cuisine, in particular the Street Food, Palermo is home to the wonderful Cathedral, Massimo Theater, Catacombs, Cathedral of Monreale, Four Canti and the historical markets: Capo, Vucciria, Ballarò and Piazza Marina
