What to do in Sicily

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A waterfront dining area with outdoor seating, a view of the sea, and historic buildings.
A coastal town with a mountainous backdrop, a beach, and residential buildings.
An ancient amphitheater with tiered seating and a stage area.
A coastal landscape with a rocky shoreline, clear blue waters, and a beach populated with umbrellas and people.
A historic stone fortress with arched gateways and a moonlit sky.

Activities

City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

NZ$30
per adult
City Sightseeing Palermo Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco

Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco

NZ$59
per adult
Stromboli: Sunset Trekking at Sciara del Fuoco
Mount Etna: Guided Trek 3,000 Meters to the Summit

Mount Etna 3000 m Summit Hike with Volcanology Guide

NZ$108
per adult
Mount Etna 3000 m Summit Hike with Volcanology Guide
Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine

Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine

NZ$116
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Fun Pizza & Gelato Cooking Class with Dinner and Wine
Self-Guided Private Walking Tour in Sicily

Sicily Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey

NZ$4
per adult
Sicily Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey
Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group

Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group

NZ$67
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Palermo: Walking Tour Unesco Highlights Small Group
Catania Street Food Tour History and Tasting in the Historic Center

Catania Street Food Tour History and Tasting in the Historic Center

NZ$91
per adult
Catania Street Food Tour History and Tasting in the Historic Center
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour

Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour

NZ$247
per adult
Taormina and Castelmola from Messina Shared Group Tour
Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling

Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling

NZ$109
per adult
Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling
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Mount Etna: Trek to 3000m with cable car and 4x4

Mount Etna: Trek to 3000m with cable car and 4x4

Activity duration is 5 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 233 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$108 per adult
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From Palermo: The Original Valley of the Temples Tour

From Palermo: The Original Valley of the Temples Tour

Activity duration is 8 hours
7.6 out of 10 with 95 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$155 per adult
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Private Etna Walking Tour with Food and Wine Tasting in Winery

Private Etna Walking Tour with Food and Wine Tasting in Winery

Activity duration is 7 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$311 per adult
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From Palermo: Bus & Cruise to Favignana & Levanzo with Lunch

From Palermo: Bus & Cruise to Favignana & Levanzo with Lunch

Activity duration is 10 hours and 30 minutes
7.4 out of 10 with 18 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$88 per adult
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COOKING CLASS in Taormina at Chef Massimo HOUSE!!

COOKING CLASS in Taormina at Chef Massimo HOUSE!!

Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 147 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$300 per adult
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What to do in Sicily

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A coastal town with a beach, mountains, and a clear blue sea.

Mondello Beach

8.8/10 (516 reviews)
Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Mondello Beach, a popular beach in Mondello. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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A historic waterfront with a stone bridge, illuminated buildings, and a calm water body.

Ortigia

Ortigia is popular for its seaside views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Teatro dei Pupi or Cathedral of Syracuse.

An ancient ruin with a large rock formation in the background.

Taormina City Centre

The colourful gardens and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Taormina City Centre. A stop by Corso Umberto or Piazza IX April might round out your trip.

A historic cathedral with a large dome and twin towers, surrounded by a plaza with palm trees and a fountain.

Palermo Historical Center

Travellers to Palermo Historical Center praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Palermo Harbour and Piazza Pretoria.

A historic building with a dome and statues, surrounded by trees and people.

Catania City Centre

Unique features of Catania City Centre include the historical sites and theatres. Make a stop by Via Crociferi or Piazza Stesicoro while you're exploring the area.

A historic building with ornate architecture, flags, and banners.

Old Town Catania

Historical sites and theatres are highlights of Old Town Catania. Make a stop by Ursino Castle or Catania Fish Market while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Porto Station to get around town.

 

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Day trip destinations from Sicily

A historic building with a dome and statues, surrounded by trees and people.

Catania

A clear turquoise sea, sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and a clear sky.

Lampedusa

A cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent church with a dome, and mountains in the background.

Palermo

A coastal landscape with a rocky beach, a grassy field with wildflowers, and the ocean in the background.

Pantelleria

A man and a child sitting on a concrete ledge by the sea, pointing at something in the distance.

Trapani

A coastal fortress with a stone wall and a tiled-roof building.

Syracuse

A narrow street lined with shops and balconies, with people walking and shopping.

Taormina

A historic church with two towers and a dome, surrounded by classic European architecture.

Acireale

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