Why choose Sicily? The cultural and historical heritage of this island is incredibly vast. Romanesque, Byzantine, Arab or Greek style, Sicily has evolved according to neighboring civilizations. And despite these different influences, Sicily has been able to build an art specific to its culture by standing out from other Mediterranean countries.
Why choose Sicily? It is a land of culture
Art is in the spotlight on this island and its heritage is very rich. Well known for its volcano, Mount Etna, Sicily has preserved remnants of the early Christian era. In the region of this volcano, you can visit cave dwellings.
Etna
But Sicily is of course Palermo, its capital, with its monuments, its markets with products from a rich local culture. It is also the sanctuary of Saint Rosalie offering a splendid view over Palermo.
You can then take a tour to Segesta, an ancient Greek city located to the west of Sicily where a temple with fluted columns has been preserved. You will also be amazed at discover an open-air theater that accommodated up to 3 people. Mount Eryx, Taormina or even Syracuse are all places in which you can walk to discover a typical and bewitching Sicily.
Palermo
Why choose Sicily? Sun, beaches and shopping
If you want a more relaxing holiday, no problem in Sicily. You can sunbathe under the Sicilian sun and swim in turquoise water. You can, at your convenience, go to the beaches of Lampedusa, Cefalù or San Vito Lo Capo before doing some shopping. The flea market of Catania, the Sicilian specialty shops of Erice or the shops of Ragusa welcome you for a very pleasant moment of shopping.
Beach in Sicily
Sicilian restaurants and bars
Why choose Sicily? For its gastronomy! After a great day spent trudging, what better way than to go to a restaurant to enjoy pasta, a wide variety of fish or meats accompanied by spicy sauce. And as in Italy, cheese is in the spotlight, in Sicily and amateurs will not be disappointed.
Palermo, Caltagirone, Licata or Agrigento, all cities are full of restaurants ready to introduce you to a rich and varied gastronomy. Many bars are also ready to welcome you for festive evenings to the sound of Sicilian music.
Sicilian Restaurant
Pratical information
To go to Sicily, take the time to write down some essential information to know before your departure.
- tourist Office : visit the official Sicily tourism website.
- Currency : Sicily being an autonomous region of Italy, it is the euro that is used there, you will not have to make any change.
- Passport : again, Sicily being part of the European Union, only your identity card will be required.
- When to go? In spring and autumn, the climate is more temperate. If you fear the heat, these seasons will be ideal for exploring the island. In addition, prices will be much lower in terms of accommodation and catering - compared to July and August - these prices can go from single to double depending on the season.
- Getting to Sicily : many flights connect France to Sicily, especially through low-cost airlines. Major airports serve Sicily: Catania Fontanarossa Vincens Bellini, Palermo Punta Raisi Falcone e Borsellino and Trapani Birgi Vincenzo Florio.
- Getting around Sicily : on site, car rental is an ideal solution. If you do not want - or cannot - drive, then prefer the bus, the network being very extensive.
