Holiday in Sicily | Freebies | Activities | Itineraries | Guides
There are many attractions and experiences for you to enjoy a memorable holiday in Sicily. From fascinating historical sites to exciting activities, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re seeking sunny beaches, family-friendly adventures, or exploring Sicilian culture, this guide will provide you with valuable insights to plan your perfect holiday in Sicily.
Kids
Kids Activities in Sicily + Map
Planning a family trip to Sicily? Here’s 17 fun things you cannot miss…
Sicily With Kids
Discover Sicily with Kids: Travel Tips, and Family-Friendly Accommodations for an Amazing Trip.
Free Audio Guides
Monreale Cathedral, Monreale
A free 15 minute audio guide for the Monreale Cathedral, providing an overview of this significant UNESCO world heritage site.
Quattro Canti, Palermo
A free 15 minute audio guide for the Quattro Canti. An iconic historical square, built in the early 17th century Baroque style.
Handy Guides
4 Days in Sicily
3 itineraries to spend a fantastic 4 days in Sicily. This will enable you to either focus on the west, east or experience a little bit of both sides of the island.
10 Days in Sicily
Explore Sicily’s historical highlights in 10 days. This itinerary covers the best of the west and east, ensuring a memorable journey.
Luxury Holiday
There are several places you can go in Sicily for a luxury holiday. But only one is the ultimate luxury holiday in Sicily to remember.
Is Sicily Expensive?
Here is a detailed guide covering expenses in Sicily From food costs, to accommodation, activities and travel.
Which Side is Better
Sicily has many things to do. However which side is best for families, history, day trips and the prettiest side. Here is a comparison of east vs west.
2 Days in Taormina
Here is how to spend 2 days in Taormina to make the most of it. Including general information on Taormina, it’s highlights and suggested stays
Sicily or Malta?
Should you pick Sicily or Malta for your next trip? This guide compares costs, historical areas, beaches, kids activities, offers tips & more
Travel
Getting to Sicily
You can get to Sicily by ferry, plane, or train. Here is a list of ports, airports, carriers and average costs to figure out how to get to Sicily.
Travelling in Sicily
Here is a guide on getting around Sicily with all the information you should know about public transport, taxis, and hiring a car.
Ferries in Sicily
Since Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean there are many ferries servicing the island. Here are all the ferries in Sicily.
Driving in Sicily
A guide on driving in Sicily, including the rules, the driving culture in the region, and strategies to avoid taxes and tolls
Hiring a Car in Sicily
A comprehensive guide on hiring a car in Sicily, covering the cost range for compact to larger models, age restrictions, documents and more
Crossing Sicily by Car
Here’s how long it takes to cross Sicily by car and also circle around the coast. Plus to appreciate it, suggested guides with itineraries
Seasonal Articles
Best Month to Visit
Sicily is fantastic all year round, but you get different activities in different seasons. Here is what you need to consider for when to visit Sicily.
Sicily During Christmas
Sicily is predominantly a Christian country and it gets snow. So here is what you can look forward to for a magical Christmas in Sicily.
Sicily in Winter
This article answers whether Sicily is worth visiting in winter. What is not available and what other things you can look forward to.
Pests
Mosquitoes in Sicily
A guide on mosquitoes in Sicily, including the species and those that spread mosquito-borne diseases, preventing bites and treatments
Jellyfish in Sicily
A guide to jellyfish in Sicily outlining the best live bays to avoid jellyfish, different species and which ones to look out for and more