SICILY
611 Tours Reviewed
Sea caves plus Ortigia in 90 minutes. This private boat tour in Sicily is built for quick, scenic stops: you enter the sea cave ravines near Syracuse, then cruise the sights around Isola di Ortigia. It’s a simple plan with…
Golden hour in Taormina hits fast. This private sunset walk ties together ancient landmarks, sweeping Etna-and-coast views, and an easygoing aperitif stop. I like how the route is designed for the light—walking the old streets as the day cools down,…
Taormina in a packed, easy day. This full-day shared trip from Catania strings together the Ancient Theatre of Taormina, a stop at Isola Bella, and an hour in Castelmola—so you get the big-name views without stitching together transport on your…
Mummies in a cathedral basement. This private 4-hour Palermo tour pairs the Capuchin Catacombs with UNESCO mosaics at Monreale Cathedral, and it’s the kind of combo that makes Sicily feel real fast. I like that you get hotel pickup and…
That first turn toward Ortigia feels like a shortcut to the sea. You get a small-group sailing-style tour around the island that’s built for views and the story side of Syracuse, including sailing basics and the legends tied to this…
Cooking in a Sicilian home starts at the market. What makes this experience special is the market walkthrough where you learn where ingredients come from and when they’re best, plus the hands-on pasta class where you actually make what you’ll…
Palermo clicks faster when a local walks beside you. This private walking tour in Sicily gives you a local’s take on the city center and helps you get your bearings without wasting time guessing. I like that it’s customizable to…
Coves, snorkels, and lunch on the water. This yacht excursion to Favignana and Levanzo is built for an easy day out: you get multiple swimming stops in protected coves, plus snorkeling gear included (mask and snorkel tube with fins). You…
Etna feels close enough to touch, thanks to authorized 4×4 access and a light trek that stays within safe zones. I love that the operator takes care of comfort gear like shoes and a jacket, so you don’t have to…
Catania looks different when you bike it. In this 4-hour guided ride, I like how you zip through downtown Catania’s landmarks and then end up soaking in Aci Castello’s Norman castle sea views. You’ll also get coastal context, so the…
Ancient drama starts before the heat. This guided visit to Neapolis and the Greek Theater area in Syracuse mixes big ruins with stories that make the place click. You’ll spend about 2 hours in the Parco Archeologico della Neapolis, including…
A fishing day off Syracuse is a different kind of day. You’re out on the water for rod or medium-seabed fishing, then you slide past iconic Siracusa coast spots like Ortigia and Castello Maniace from sea level. I especially like…
Sun, snacks, and sea air in four hours. I love how this boat route turns Mondello swim stops into the main event, not an afterthought, with easy jumps from the water and enough deck time to relax. I also like…
Ortigia from the water changes everything. This private 2-hour boat outing from Siracusa pairs sea views of Ortigia with a stop in the Plemmirio Nature Reserve, plus a fish-focused tasting and full drinks on board in English. I love two…
Mafia scenes, but real Sicilian towns. This private 5-hour Godfather tour links Savoca and Forza d’Agro to the movie moments, with free entries at each key stop and a guide who can bring it all down to earth. I also…
