16 Fun and exciting things to do in Palermo, Sicily

Are you thinking of travelling to Palermo, Sicily?  Do you want to know the best things to do in Palermo? Perhaps you’re worried about all you’ve heard about the Mafia and organised crime in the city. Maybe you’re wondering if Palermo is safe to visit? We visited Palermo in January 2025 and what we found … Read more

How to visit Erice, Sicily – The complete travel guide

Erice (pronounced AIR-ree-chay) is a beautiful medieval village perched high on a mountain top in western Sicily.  This Erice Sicily Travel Guide will help you visit this must-see destination in Sicily. If you enjoy wandering cobbled streets, excellent vistas, history, art and culture, then make sure you put Erice on your list.  This is one … Read more

Best things to do in Syracuse, Sicily

Are you planning to visit Sicily this year?  You should definitely add Syracuse (Siracusa in Italian) to your must-see list.  In this post you’ll find all the best things to do in Syracuse, Sicily. Syracuse is one of the best historical sites in all of Sicily.  It was an important Greek city, in fact one … Read more

The Ultimate Guide to Taormina, Sicily

If you’re planning a trip to Sicily, make sure you put Taormina on your list.  In this Taormina Travel Guide you’ll learn all about this enchanting hilltop town, and why it’s a must-visit destination.  Taormina is the perfect mix of history, culture and coastal views.  The town overlooks the Ionian Sea and on a good … Read more

Hiking in Sicily – 5 of the best hikes in Sicily

Are you planning on hiking in Sicily?  This beautiful mediterranean is a hiker’s dream, with breathtaking coastal trails, ancient ruins, and even a volcano you can hike on!  On our recent three-week road trip in Sicily we did five incredible hikes, each of them quite different. These are some of the best hikes in Sicily.  … Read more

Best things to do in Cefalù, Sicily

Want to know the best things to do in Cefalù?  If you’re visiting Sicily, Cefalù should definitely be part of your Sicily itinerary. Cefalù is a beautiful coastal town on the north coast of Sicily.  It’s famed for its golden beaches, a medieval old town with narrow winding streets, and breathtaking views from the top … Read more

The Ultimate Sicily Road Trip

Are you planning to drive around Sicily?  This Mediterranean Island is perfect for a road trip – the distances are short, and there is so much to see and do in Sicily.  Read on to learn all about our Ultimate Sicily Road Trip. Sicily is known for its rich history, stunning coastline, ancient hilltop villages, … Read more