Where in Sicily is the sea warmer in October. Weather in fabulous Sicily in October. The best places in Sicily for families with children

It is impossible to reach Italy without a trip to Sicily. The landscapes in Sicily are truly fantastic: there are mountains, a volcano, and wonderful beaches. Sicily is a wonderful place in all respects, and it is definitely worth visiting there once.

You can go to the island at any time, but this article about what constitutes a vacation in Sicily in October, one of the most pleasant months for a trip, read below.

The weather in October in Sicily is pleasant and warm, but there is no trace of the summer heat. As a rule, the first three weeks of October are sunny, warm and clear, with daytime air temperatures of +24…30°С and +18…20°С at night). and the second - pleasant warmth (+24 ... 27 ° C during the day and + 16 ... 20 ° C at night). Sometimes, however, such temperatures last almost the entire month, and sometimes at the end of October there are small cold snaps (however, it is unlikely to be below +15-16 degrees during the day even these days). October in Palermo, the main city of the island, is more than pleasant, and, as a rule, it is never below +20 degrees at this time, and the nights are romantic and warm, although sometimes you can’t do without a jacket or sweater.

And on the island in October it is quite dry. Fortunately, most of the days of October are sunny and clear, but several days a month are overcast (rather cloudy, which is not scary), while it rains over Sicily three or four times in October, and somewhere even less. So, there is a high probability that you will not find any rain at all.

The sea off the coast of the island in early October is still warm - an average of +25°C. Over the course of days, the sea cools down very slowly, so that by the last days of October the water in the sea reaches only +22-24°C. That is, in October you can snatch sunny days on the beach and even get a good tan.

Thus, the October weather in Sicily is ideal for those who are going to explore the beauties of the island (after all, it’s not so hot anymore, it’s very comfortable), and an additional bonus is a beach holiday.

Things to do in Sicily in October

There are a lot of things to do in Sicily! It is highly recommended to rent a car to drive from city to city - it's cheaper and easier. You can go to a neighboring city, say, by city bus, but you will have to return back at 7-8 hours, and this is too early.

The island has three airport: in the city of Palermo, Marsala and in Catania. Most often, tourists choose Palermo or Catania. In principle, there are a lot of beautiful things near both cities, but if you want to climb Mount Etna first of all, choose Catania.

What are the places to visit in Sicily? The symbol of the island is active Mount Etna. Its height is 3329 meters. You don't have to buy a tour to get there. A bus runs through the center of Catania (the fare is about 4-5 euros one way), delivering tourists to the picturesque village of Rifugio - Sapienza, located right on the slope of the volcano. There is a funicular station that will take you to a height of 2500 meters (about 30 euros round trip), and then you can continue to climb on foot (it's hard, it takes about 40 minutes to walk), or take special buses to the very craters. Extinct craters are shown to absolutely all arrived tourists (a free guide works at the top), and you will need to climb with a separate guide to the crater in which lava boils (and, perhaps, the passage will be prohibited due to the dangerous situation). The place is fantastic, impressive and quite cool (but there is a shoe and jacket rental in the village) - go there only in jeans and it doesn't hurt to bring a hat and scarf, especially in October.

For less extreme - the natural beauties of Sicily: wild rocks, lush vegetation, beautiful bays. AND beaches, of course. Sicily really has very beautiful and comfortable sandy beaches. If you are relaxing in Palermo, you can relax on the sand on Mondello beach(20 minutes drive from the city center): picturesque, excellent infrastructure, clean fine sand and excellent entry into the sea (the beach is paid).

In Catania, the beaches are so-so, and many people prefer to go to Cefalu, a town an hour's drive from Catania - a long golden beach, restaurants and shops, an incredibly cozy and calm atmosphere. And many other beautiful beaches.

Highly recommended to visit Taormina. This ancient city is located between Messina and Catania, on the coast of the island. A city with history: in 403 BC, the port city of Naxos was destroyed on this site, the remaining inhabitants fled to the city - and thus the village of Taormina was formed with a magnificent view of the Ionian Sea. The city is insanely cozy and beautiful: here are the ruins of the ancient city, and the Greek theater and the Roman odeon (where concerts are held today), and cozy streets with shops, and restaurants.
On the funicular from Taormina you can go down to the beaches, wonderful, sandy and pebbly. The most famous beach Isola Bella beach with a small island with an observation deck and lush thickets. In general, Taormina is considered the most fashionable resort in Sicily, and this is felt immediately.

Don't hesitate to go to Castelmolu, a mountain village, which is located above Taormina at an altitude of 550 meters above sea level. You can get to it from Taormina by bus from the tourist center. You can also go up on foot. Castelmola was built as a fortress for protection from the sea. Today, only parts of the fortress remain, to which tourists are taken. Among other things, Castelmola is chic, amazing, breathtaking views. And it’s also very cool to have dinner in a cozy restaurant, almost hanging over the abyss.

Go to syracuse. This is one of the first Hellenic colonies on the eastern coast of Sicily, and once the largest and richest city of the island, as well as the largest city in Antiquity by area. The ruins of the ancient city of Syracuse - a World Heritage Site. You can watch them in the park (admission is paid). You will find other beautiful places on the island of Ortigia - there is the Old Town with narrow streets and a fortress (you can ride a tourist train around the island). You can also ride on a small yacht along the coast of the island and near the sea grottoes for a few euros - very beautiful!

Palermo, the capital of the island, the city is noisy, crowded, beautiful. On the warm days of October, a lot of tourists are expected in Palermo: they come to admire the local unique sights, walk the streets, sit in open restaurants. Of the main objects of the city: city garden flora(Villa Giulia), promenade of Foro Italico, Cathedral Square, Cathedral of St. Rosalia, Royal Palace, Catacombs of the Capuchins and others.
In the vicinity of Palermo is Mount Monte Pellegrino with a wonderful view and cave Church of St. Rosalia: do not be too lazy to climb the mountain to take in the whole city, imprisoned in the mountains and licked by the sea.

Take a look at Theater Massimo. This is the largest opera house in Italy and one of the largest in Europe. The entrance is guarded by two figures of lions, which represent the main genres of theatrical art - comedy and tragedy. You can even visit any of the performances or concerts, or you can go on a short daily (about half an hour) excursion: you will be shown the theater premises, dressing rooms and more. Animal lovers should visit biopark(next to Palermo).

It's great to go to Erice. Even the Sicilians themselves may not know about this mountain village, but the place is really worth it. Erice is located near Trapani, and you can get to it either by car or bus, or by funicular. First of all, Erice is the most beautiful views. Secondly, Erice is an amazing quiet and atmospheric corner, where there are much fewer tourists than in Palermo. Here, it can easily be empty on some streets - amazing! There are shopping streets in Erice, and small but cozy squares, and Italian courtyards that absolutely fall in love with themselves, immersed in flowers, and amazing landscapes that open from the outskirts of the town. In addition, in Erice there are ruins of old fortresses, castles and museums (in principle, you can not go to museums, these are not the richest museums in Sicily).

Thus, a trip to Sicily in October can combine both a cultural and educational holiday, and an active holiday, and a lazy beach holiday.

When going to Sicily, many people ask themselves: where is the best place to relax on the island? Unfortunately or fortunately, but Sicily is the very case when it is better to immediately forget about the plan to “embrace the immensity in a week”, see all the sights at a time, and at the same time swim in the sea to your heart’s content.

The island is large enough that seven days is not enough for you, so if you have only one week of legal vacation left, then it makes sense to immediately prioritize, or rather, answer a simple but important question: “ Which vacation do you like best at the moment? - vegetable-relaxed on the beach or cultural-cognitive. And depending on this, choose one or another resort in Sicily and plan a program.

FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO DEVOTE A HOLIDAY TO SIGHTSEEING

If your priority is educational tourism, then it makes sense for you to stay near major cities: Syracuse, Catania, Palermo or Trapani. Firstly, in the cities themselves there is something to see, and secondly, they are very conveniently located in relation to the main highways of the island - freeways. In 15-30 minutes you will reach the highway by car and will be able to go in the direction you are interested in. Motorways on the island are paid, but compared to other regions of Italy, they are inexpensive, for example, a trip from Catania to Taormina costs only 1.70 euros.

It is clear that, having settled in some cozy San Vito Lo Capo, you will only go to the freeway for an hour, but you also need to get to this or that city along it. There's nothing to be done, this is a payment for the resort - you will not find good beaches in big cities. I do not include Messina in the list as a matter of principle, since it is not very conveniently located relative to the main attractions of the island. Second important point. You need to choose which part of Sicily you want to explore: north or southeast.

If north, then focus on. The capital of Sicily itself is very curious from a historical and architectural point of view. However, many people do not like this city for its dirt and a certain “clunkiness”. Not without this, alas, but, nevertheless, the city is extremely colorful. From Palermo you can go to the suburbs: Monreale and Monte Pellegrino. Nearby is Mondello with a beach very popular with locals. In addition, from Palermo you can also go to Trapani and Erice, a small medieval town on a mountain with fabulous views, and also go for a day in Castellammare del Golfo to admire the panoramic landscapes, or visit the Riserva dello Zingaro National Park and Reserve , where, by the way, one of the most famous beaches of Sicily is located.

Pictured: Palermo Cathedral

If you are more interested in the southeast of the island, then choose Catania. From here you can take a day trip to the beautiful Taormina, visit the Isola Bella beach, as well as visit Messina and, of course, explore Etna. It’s worth saying right away that this is a whole separate world. The area of ​​the volcano is huge, the local landscapes sometimes resemble the surface of Mars, sometimes the craters of the Moon, and the numerous towns located on the slopes of the volcano are individual in their own way.

In the photo: Mount Etna with black sand

From Catania, you can also go to Syracuse - the journey will take about an hour, and even go to Ragusa, by the way, the road to this city passes through picturesque hills and orange groves, and takes only an hour and a half. In addition, from Catania you can easily get to the center of the island and visit Enna, Caltanisetta, Piazza Armerina or arrange a day of shopping in Sicilia outlet village. If you are a lover of natural beauties, then you should definitely explore the Alcantara Gorge.

Many choose as their main place of residence on the island syracuse and they do it right. Within a radius of 5-15 kilometers from the city you can find excellent sandy beaches. At the same time, the city itself is small, there is no such crazy crowd of cars as in Palermo or Catania, but in terms of architecture and historical value, Syracuse can give odds to many cities in the world, and the local old center of Ortigia deserves a detailed inspection. In addition, from Syracuse you can easily reach Catania, Etna and Taormina, and if you go the other way, you will find yourself in the magical valley of Val di Noto. See the handsome Noto himself, and then go to the Sicilian Baroque region - the cities of Modica and Scicli. From Syracuse, it is also about an hour's drive to Pozzallo, the southern gate of Sicily, and from there you can take a ferry to neighboring Malta in just 90 minutes.

FOR LOVERS OF RELAXED REST

If you have chosen a beach holiday in Sicily, and want to see the sights in a relaxed format, then I would recommend avoiding Palermo and the surrounding area for obvious reasons. The proximity of a major port city, traffic jams on the highway at the entrance. Mondello beach, which is located near Palermo, is beautiful, but it is better to come here in the low season. Otherwise, you will share your couple of square meters of the beach with your neighbors, and indeed, the proximity of the beach area to the city is always more of a minus than a plus.

In the photo: Mondello beach near Palermo

Good beaches in the north of the island start at Castellammare del Golfo. The resort itself has a sandy beach, Alcamo Marina is also nearby, and lovers of secluded bays can find suitable accommodation in Scopello. Further behind the Riserva dello Zingaro National Park is a famous resort - a small village in the Arab style. The place is quite touristy and hyped, the restaurants there are not the cheapest, but the beach is good. Of the minuses - it is crowded in the season, especially in August, when all the local Italians rest here. However, the resort is good for a relaxing holiday, and from there, if desired, you can go to Trapani or Erice, they are within an hour by car.

In the photo: the resort village of San Vito lo Capo

In the other direction from Palermo in half an hour you will reach Cefalu- pearls of the Tyrrhenian coast. This is a beautiful medieval town on the rocks, but with a sandy beach. It is small, during the season, of course, it is crowded with both residents of the town and tourists. If you rent a car, parking may be a problem. Only residents of Cefalu are allowed to enter the center, while the rest are forced to look for a parking space, which is very difficult, and parking spaces here are not cheap. In a word, if you are with a car, then it is better to rent an apartment or a villa in the vicinity of Cefalu, and not in the city itself, I also recommend this to families with children. But for singles or couples without a car, Cefalu is very pleasant and comfortable.

There are excellent beaches in the province Agrigento, including the famous Scala dei Turchi (Turkish stairs), which is a chalk rock of white limestone. They are a maximum of two hours from Palermo. There are also good beaches in San Leone, Eraclea minoa, Capo Bianco, Siculiana Marina, Marinella di Selinunte, they are very long, so even during the August peak there is a place for everyone. Another great place near Agrigento is thermal spa Sciacca. There are no standing beaches in the city itself, but you can rent a villa nearby, where there are many small cozy beaches with golden and even red coral sand.

In the photo: Scala dei Turchi (Turkish stairs)

Now to the southeast. Many tourists are looking for accommodation in the vicinity of Catania - because of the proximity to the airport. In Catania itself, I would not recommend staying for the same reasons as in Palermo. Big city, bustle, traffic, stress. There is a city sandy beach, but this is a solution for a very budget holiday. The beach is not very clean, a large number of Arab merchants and a very different, not always decent public. By the way, doctors, lawyers and professors of Catania do not rest in their city, they all go south - beyond Syracuse, in San Lorenzo or Marzamemi.

Another important point: from Catania towards Taormina, almost the entire coast is rocky. There are black volcanic rocks, which are very picturesque, so many people love or Achikastello. There is a good sandy beach in Mascali, a large sandy beach in Giardini Naxos, and a pebbly beach in Letojanni. Taormina, despite its fame, is not famous for its beaches. The tiny beach of Isola Bella, which can only be reached by cable car or stairs, is inconvenient and usually crowded. In general, Taormina is a town for a day trip, but definitely not for beach relaxation.

In the photo: the ancient amphitheater of Taormina

We are heading south from Catania. Up to Syracuse, the entire coast here, with rare exceptions, is rocky, but to the south of the city, relaxation zones begin. The beaches of Fontane Bianche, Arenella, Lido di Noto, San Lorenzo and Marzamemi are magnificent. This Ionian coast of Sicily with the most transparent azure water, a gentle bottom, and, as a result, a smooth entry into the water. There are many who want to relax on them, but there are also a lot of beaches, so the people are smoothly dispersed along the entire coastline, and no one has the feeling of “herring in a barrel”.

If we want even more free space, then we go south and get to. I advise you to visit this place, if only to mark in your personal map that you have visited the southernmost point of Europe. In addition, here you will find swimming in the waters of two seas at once, in addition to the sandy shores, there are also rocky ones, which means that this place is great for diving, and, of course, the Spanish fortress of Philip III located here deserves a close look.

Then the spacious beaches of the Mediterranean begin, just perfect for a relaxing holiday in Sicily. The seven-kilometer Santa Maria del Focallo, followed by the beaches of Pozzallo, Sampieri, Marina di Modica and Marina di Ragusa. The beaches beyond Syracuse are a 40-50 minute drive from Catania. To the beaches beyond Portopalo di Capopassero, from Catania, an hour and a half. Not so much if you know that you are going to relax on the spacious sandy beaches, marked with the EU blue flag for the purity of the water.

In the photo: Pozzallo, 30-meter tower of Torre Cabrera

By the way, if you are interested in this area, then you can take a ticket not to one of the airports in Sicily, but to Malta - after all, the island is located nearby. At the same time, see Malta, and then by ferry in just 90 minutes you will reach Pozzallo. You can also fly to the new Comiso airport, which is near Ragusa - from there, a maximum of half an hour's drive to the Ragusan beaches. There are good beaches in Punta Secca - Italians adore this place, as the famous TV series "Commissioner Montalbano" is filmed there. But the Gela / Gela zone - avoid - there is an oil refinery with all the consequences.

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Although the best beaches of Sicily are located in the south and southeast of the island, a beach holiday of varying degrees of comfort is possible on almost its entire coast. There are sections of the coast where it is difficult to get close to the water, there are many unequipped beaches, but in general there are plenty of opportunities to find the beach of your dreams.

It is better to plan a vacation in Sicily at the beginning or end of the tourist season: the sea is colder at this time, but there are much fewer tourists than in July and August.

In Sicily, there are both paid beaches - mainly in cities, and beaches for which you do not need to pay; here you will have to pay a small amount just for a sunbed or umbrella if you don’t have your own. There are many wild beaches, not equipped with even minimal amenities, but not as crowded as city ones.

It is logical to start acquaintance with the Sicilian beaches from the capital of the island (Palermo). It is here that planes and trains from other Italian cities arrive. In addition, the waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea, on the coast of which Palermo stands, are the first to warm up at the beginning of summer, which means that the swimming season here can be opened earlier.

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Moving along the northern coast of Sicily, called Tyrrhenian and bypassing Palermo, you can reach Messina (Messina), the easternmost point of the island, and the narrow Strait of Messina (Stretto di Messina), which separates Sicily from the mainland. Along the way, you will see some wonderful beaches.

San Vito lo Capo

The beach in the vicinity of San Vito lo Capo, located west of Palermo, is considered one of the best in Sicily. It is ideal: you would rather expect to see one on an exotic island, and not in the Old World. The journey from Palermo takes about an hour.

The beach is good for everyone - both in size (its length is more than 3 km), and white soft sand, and the azure color of the water, and beautiful views of the bay in which it is located. Its only drawback is the incredible number of tourists even in those months when the sea is still or already cool.

• Good city hotel Allbergo Auralba.

Mondello

Located west of Palermo, Mondello beach attracts with clean white sand. He was brought here on purpose; a hundred years ago, the coast was very swampy. The sea here is shallow and great for families with children. Nearby are many beautiful villas and a picturesque park. From the center of Palermo - 13 km.

One of the best hotels in the city is Splendid Hotel La Torre.

The path to the east lies through the beaches of Campofelice di Roccella. There is little sand here, the beach is mostly pebbly, and the bottom of the sea close to the coast ends abruptly. There is nothing to do with children here - it is dangerous. And there is only one equipped beach, the rest are wild.

But if the lack of umbrellas and sunbeds does not bother you, feel free to stay. Nearby you can rent a guest house or apart-hotel, for example, Costa Mediterranea or.

Cefalu

Behind the cape, the rather indented coastline of Cefalu beaches begins. Palermo is 70 km from here. This beach is 15 km of pure sand and clear water. The depth is shallow, so the water warms up well. This is also a good option for families with kids: it is warm, soft on the legs, there is plenty of space to run around. Accommodation options with a private beach - hotels Blu Bay, Calanica Resort.

Young couples or lovers of noisy society should drive a little further - 12 km from Cefalu is the town of Finale di Pollina. The beach here is not wide, but the sea views are luxurious. By the end of the season, the town itself becomes the center of unbridled fun, parties and incessant fireworks. Great option to stay: Marco Polo Casa Vacanze.

South from Messina

On the east coast of Sicily, washed by the Ionian Sea, there are many good beaches. The length of the beaches belonging to Messina is more than 200 km. On the way to another major city of the island, Catania (Catania), you will pass through Taormina (Taormina), where there are wonderful, but not cheap resorts.

Aeolian Islands

A little west of Messina, a few kilometers from the coast of Sicily, are the Aeolian (Isole Eolie), or Aeolian Islands. Few people know this name, but many have probably heard about the Stromboli volcano, located on the island of the same name. The archipelago is incredibly beautiful and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The most beautiful beaches are on the island of Lipari, for example, Canneto beach. There are many guest houses where you can stay for a few days. One of them is the Mistral residence.

Taormina

Lou The best beaches around Taormina are Giardini Naxos and Letojanni.: a perfectly straight coastline stretching for tens of kilometers, sky-colored sea water, wide beaches equipped with everything you need and a lively nightlife. The city beach is small and always crowded. You can get to it using a funicular or an elevator, or you can take the stairs, which is quite tiring.

Good hotels with their own beaches: Atahotel Capotaormina, Park Hotel Silemi and others.

Lido Mazzaro

Another famous Taormina beach, Lido Mazzaro (Spiaggia Lido Mazzaro), until recently remained inaccessible to mere mortals. He was chosen by Hollywood stars, not much striving to be in the crowd of vacationers. Now anyone can come to the cozy bay. It is better to choose a time for a visit when the flow of tourists decreases - the number of tourists seeking to get to this beach is very large. You can stay in comfort at the Belmond Villa Sant'Andrea hotel.

Catania

Of the beaches of Catania, it is worth noting La Playa. This is a purely touristic place, there are many hotels, spa complexes, all beaches are well equipped, but you have to pay for using them. Don't expect crystal clear water - this is the center of the city. Tourists staying at Zeus Residence, NH Catania Parco degli Aragonesi and others can use the beaches for free.

If you are not burdened with small children and want to escape from the noise and hustle, follow the example of the locals and opt for Li Cuti Beach. It will surprise you not only with its size and relative emptiness, but also with its view: the coast here is black and dotted with large pebbles and pieces of hardened volcanic lava. Be careful when entering the water - you can slip or injure yourself.

Southeast of Sicily

After the noisy Catania, located south of Syracuse (Siracusa), they surprise with relative silence and tranquility. Beach tourists have nothing to do here, there are practically no places suitable for swimming, the nearest beach is located 10 km from the city. Ironically, Syracuse is the only place on the island where you can swim even in May.

Fontane Bianche

The resort town of Fontane Bianche is famous for the amazing sand of its beach - it is snow-white in color, this is usually found on tropical islands. If you have not booked a hotel room (White Bay), you are unlikely to find a place by the water; The beach is very small and packed to capacity during the season.

Calamosque

Of particular note is Calamosche Beach (Spiaggia Calamosche). It is located on the territory of the reserve, and it is quite difficult to get to it, especially if you are with children or in your company there are elderly people or people with limited mobility. The parking lot is located far from the beach, the road is an ordinary dirt road, under the scorching sun you have to walk more than a kilometer. But here the water is crystal clear and you can admire wild birds.

Lido di Noto

The beach of Lido di Noto is one of the best in the vicinity of the city of Noto, located between Syracuse and the southernmost point of Sicily. This is an ideal place for families with children due to the fine sand, clear sea and not crowded. You don't need to pay to enter the beach, you can rent an umbrella and a sunbed. There are few hotels here, but you can rent a small cozy house near the beach: Villa Agape, Appartamento Don Nino and others.

Mediterranean coast

Having moved to the Mediterranean coast of Sicily, you find yourself in one of the best places for a beach holiday on the island.

Karrathois

Carratois Beach is a secluded and unknown place near the southern tip of the island. But in Italy it is very popular, especially among the upper strata of society. You can get here only by car, and even then you need to know where to go from the parking lot. People come to Karrathois not only to admire the sea: the local white clay has healing properties.

Ragusa

In the vicinity of Ragusa, you can find beaches for every taste - with sand dunes, with shores covered with lush vegetation, with a convenient and gentle entrance to the sea, or with steep cliffs that come close to the water. The most popular beaches are located in the Marina di Ragusa area. The beach here is free, but well equipped, there are many restaurants, there is a parking lot for yachts, there is a bus to Ragusa. A great option to stay in Ragusa is the L’Onda hotel.

Located almost exactly in the middle of the southwest coast of the island, Agrigento successfully competes with Taormina for the title of the best resort town.

There are many wonderful beaches here; the province is among the twenty most visited by tourists. The two most unusual local beaches are those that are located on both sides of the Scala dei Turchi, a snow-white cliff that descends to the water with gentle steps like a staircase built by giants. In Agrigento, you can stay at Villa Rossana.

Marsala and Trapani

In the western part of the island are located the cities of Marsala (Marsala) and Trapani (Trapani). A story about a holiday in Sicily would be incomplete without a description of the local beaches.

Marsala

The city of Marsala is best known for its wine. Tasting it is the main goal of most tourists coming here. As for the beaches, they are also here, but they are not very suitable for swimming and sunbathing: strong winds are not uncommon in this part of the island. For this reason, the beaches of Marsala are very popular with windsurfers and kitesurfers. One of the best accommodation options is Villa Profumo Di Mare.

The beaches in Trapani are rocky and not the cleanest in Sicily. But right in front of the city are the Egadi Islands (Isole Egadi), which can be reached from Trapani, as well as from Marsala, by ferry. They run every 30-60 minutes, a one-way ticket will cost 15-20 euros. Schedule and tickets: www.directferries.ru.

It is worth going to the Egadi Islands for clean water, beautiful landscapes, tranquility and solitude. The best beaches, with grottoes, bays and amazing beauty of the sea, are on the island of Favignana. It is better to rent a small villa here. Among the best hotels are Hotel Il Portico or I Pretti Resort. It is better to book a few months before the trip - the rooms are in great demand!

We have already said a lot about Sicily: transport, beaches - all this has already been sorted out. But the question remained untouched - where in Sicily can you come and not think about anything else, receiving a full range of tourist services? Which resort to choose? This time we will analyze the resorts of Sicily and compile a list of cities on the island that are most suitable for a rich and interesting holiday.

The resorts of Sicily in different parts of the island each have their own zest - wine production is flourishing somewhere, somewhere the most beautiful and clean beaches, and somewhere else the ancient (and the cities here are really ancient) history froze from dilapidated, but such romantic streets.

Agrigento is just such a historic metro. Just outside the city is the Valley of the Temples (Valle dei Templi) - several, to everyone's surprise, well-preserved ancient Greek (Agrigento, like Syracuse, was founded by the Greeks before our era) temples among thickets of olive and almond trees.

In February-March, the festival of flowering of almond trees takes place here, and as for a beach holiday, it is in this province that the Ladder of the Turks is located - a beach on a white rock, which we wrote about earlier. By the way, 50 km from the city there is a water park Conte Sommatino.

The best resort-type hotels with private beaches in the province are located south of Agrigento itself, for example, in the villages of San Leone, Giarra, etc. Prices do not bite - an average of 80 € per room in a 4-star hotel. If it is the rocky beach that is interesting, then there are many private villas around it.

Cefalu

Cefalu is often referred to as the "Taormina of the East" - perhaps too strong a statement, but this city is often included in the list of the best resorts in Sicily. It is universal - young people will find something to do here, and travelers with children will feel comfortable.

The fishing village of Cefalu is just the place where travelers “escape” from noisy Palermo in search of a relaxing holiday, but with all the amenities, there are plenty of different hotels, including a resort-type with a full range of spa and other services.

If you want complete privacy, then rent a car and drive south, where the Madonie Mountains are located. Housing prices in Cefalu are average, but more expensive than in the same Agrigento - from 95 € for a room in a 4-star hotel.

Taormina

Other resorts in Sicily cannot be compared in popularity with Taormina - this is the first place where travelers who arrive in Catania are thinking of going. This is a very popular youth resort, although in addition to bars and restaurants in the center of the ancient city, there is much more to do - for example, go on an excursion to Mount Etna, which can be seen from any corner of Taormina.

When going to Sicily, many people ask themselves the question of choosing a place. Friends went somewhere, heard about something, read about something. But they continue to remain in doubt, because they do not know exactly what they want from holidays in Sicily .

It seems that you can swim in the sea and see more, you want to have time for everything. Is it real? In a week - almost unrealistic, or rather at a gallop, but in a couple of weeks you can already do a lot. But still, it’s better for yourself to prioritize - the rest is more relaxed-beach or more educational.

1. If more informative, then you should stay in or near major cities - Syracuse, Catania, Palermo, Trapani. In addition to the fact that they themselves have a lot to see, they are also conveniently located in relation to the main highways of the island - freeways. Those. 15-30 minutes, you drove onto the highway and went to look further. It is clear that, having settled in some cozy San Vito Lo Capo, for an hour you will only go onto the freeway, but you still need to get further along it. Nothing can be done, this is a fee for the resort, you will not find good beaches in big cities. I do not include it in the list, because in terms of distance to the main attractions, it is not very convenient.

Therefore, in this case, you choose - north or south.

As the capital of the island, it is very rich historically and architecturally. Many do not like it for its dirt and a certain “clunkiness”, not without this, alas, but the city is very colorful. In addition to yourself, you can go to the suburbs - Monreale, Monte Pellegrino, as well as drive to Bagheria and Corleone. And even swim on the beach Mondello- Popular with city dwellers. In addition, from you can go see Trapani And Erice. You can choose a day and go to admire the panoramas in Castellammare del Golfo And Scopello or take a walk in the nature reserve Riserva dello Zingaro. Also go to Trapani And Erice- a small medieval town on the mountain. A fabulous panorama unfolds before you.

Catania

By selecting , you can see Taormina, Messina and of course, the pearl of Sicily - Etna. - this is not just a mountain with a crater on top, it is a whole separate world. The area of ​​the volcano is huge, landscapes and towns are diverse and unique. From Catania you can go to syracuse- about an hour's drive, and even in Ragusa, along the Catania-Ragusa road, which goes among the picturesque hills and orange groves - about an hour and a half drive. It is also convenient to go to the center of the island - to see Ennu, Caltagirone, and go shopping in . For many, shopping is an important component of a holiday in Sicily :) If you are a lover of natural beauties, you should definitely go to

There are a lot of tourists in the Alcantara Gorge, it is not far from Giardini Naxos, but not far from Avola there is a place Cava grande del Cassibile - a unique natural canyon with azure lakes below, it is more difficult to get and there are fewer tourists.

syracuse

Many choose, and do the right thing. Sandy beaches can already be found within a radius of 5-15 km from the city. The city itself is small, there is no such crazy traffic as in or Catania but amazingly good. Especially the old center - the heart of the city, Ortigia. From syracuse you can easily reach Catania, Etna and Taormina, and in the other direction - you will fall into the magical valley Val di Noto. Look at the handsome man , get to , Scicli and. This is the region of the Sicilian Baroque. And it's worth seeing. From syracuse also about an hour drive to - the southern gate of Sicily. From this town you can take a ferry to Malta in just 90 minutes.

2. Now if you chose relaxed beach holidays in Sicily with diluted sightseeing. Where to put your feet.

Beach holidays, north of Sicily

And I would recommend avoiding the neighborhood for obvious reasons. The proximity of a major port city, traffic on the highway at the entrance. The beach in the vicinity of Palermo is beautiful, but it is better to come there in the low season. Otherwise, you will share your 2 sq.m of beach with neighbors, and even pay for it. Close and expensive. The proximity of the beach to the city is always more of a minus than a plus. Good beaches in the north of the island start at Castellammare del Golfo. The resort itself has a sandy beach, as well as nearby you can relax in Alcamo Marina And Balestrate; lovers of secluded bays can find suitable accommodation in Scopello. Further, behind the National Park you will find a famous resort San Vito lo Capo. Small village built in Arabic style, linear structure, good beach. The place is quite touristy and promoted, the restaurants are not the cheapest. It is also crowded in the season, especially in August, when all Italians have a rest. This resort is good for a relaxing holiday. If you wish, you can go to or, they are within an hour by car. In the other direction from half an hour to forty minutes you will reach the pearl of the Tyrrhenian coast. The most beautiful medieval town on the rocks, but there is also a sandy beach. The beach is small, during the season, of course, it is crowded with both residents of the town and tourists. If you rent a car, there will be problems with parking - only residents can drive into the center Cefalu, the rest have to look for a place to park, which is very difficult and expensive. If you are with a car, it is better to rent an apartment or a villa in the vicinity Cefalu, and not in the city itself, I also recommend this to families with children. For singles and couples without a car, Cefalu very pleasant and comfortable. On the Tyrrhenian coast, I also recommend places Gioiosa Marea And Capo di Orlando.

Beach holidays, south of Sicily

Very often looking for accommodation in the area Catania because of the proximity to the airport. In the Catania I would not recommend staying for the same reasons as in. Big city, bustle, traffic, stress. There is a city sandy beach, but this is a solution for a very budget holiday. The beach is not very clean, a large number of Arab merchants and a very different, not always prosperous public. By the way, the color of Catania - doctors, lawyers, professors - do not rest in their city, but everyone goes south - for syracuse And But that, to the beaches Santa Maria del Focallo(wild beach with dunes, 7 km of golden sand)

or V Marzamemi, Lido di Noto, Avolo, San Lorenzo. From Catania to the side Taormina almost the entire coast is rocky. Black volcanic rocks. Very picturesque and good for diving, so many people like to stay in Acitrezza or Achikastello. Nice sandy beach in town Mascali(dirty), sandy beach in Giardini Naxos, sand and pebble in Letojanni. , despite its fame, is not famous for its beaches. tiny beach Isola Bella, which can only be reached by funicular or stairs, is inconvenient and usually crowded. Taormina- a town for a trip for 1-2 days, but definitely not for beach relaxation.

Moving south from Catania. Up to syracuse the entire coast is rocky, with rare exceptions. But south of syracuse relaxation zones begin. Beaches Fontane Bianche, Arenella, and- great. This is still the Ionian coast of Sicily with the most transparent azure water and a gently sloping bottom, and as a result, a smooth entry into the water. In season - in July and August it is very crowded. Interesting place - Portopalo di Capopassero. I advise you to visit this place, if only to mark in your personal map that you have been to the southernmost point of Europe. Well, besides this - swimming in the waters of 2 seas, in the same place, by the way, in addition to sand, there are high shores, which means excellent diving, and the Spanish fortress of Philip III. The beaches are small, but also there.

Then the spacious beaches of the Mediterranean begin, just perfect for a relaxing holiday on Sicily and for those who do not like pandemonium on the beach. 7km Santa Maria del Focallo, further beaches , And . Of course, they are more distant from Catania airport, about 1.20, an hour and a half drive. Not so much if you know that you are going to relax on the spacious sandy beaches, marked with the EU blue flag for clean water and environmental friendliness. These beaches are wide and even in the peak season there is no crowding, there is always a place. There is an option to fly to Malta- then in general everything is close, at the same time look, and after 90 minutes (a pleasant boat trip), land on Sicilian soil at. You can also fly to the new Comiso airport, which is near Ragusa, from there to the Ragusan beaches a maximum of half an hour's drive. Good beaches in Punta Secca– the place is adored by the Italians, because the famous series “Commissioner Montalbano” is filmed there, and a little further - in scoglitti. Well, here I would recommend you to stop, in terms of the south and arrival at airports Catania or Comiso.

zone Gela avoid - an oil refinery with all the consequences. The province also has very good beaches, including the famous Scala dei Turki(Turkish stairs) - a chalk rock made of white limestone. But if you want to chill on the beaches Agrigento or in the vicinity Shakki- you need to fly to. From Catania you will drive 3-4 hours, which is no gate. From Palermo or Trapani - an hour and a half or two, depending on the place that you choose. Good beaches - San Leone, Eraclea minoa, Capo Bianco, Siculiana Marina, Marinella di Selinunte. The beaches are long and large, so even during the August peak there is a place for everyone. Great place - thermal spa Sciacca. There are no standing beaches in the city itself, but you can rent a villa nearby, where there are many small cozy beaches with golden and even red coral sand.

If you are confused about the number of beaches, hotels, apartments or houses in Sicily, you don’t know what to choose, you have already climbed the entire Internet and are still indecisive - and the problem of your holiday in Sicily will be quickly resolved :)

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