Things to do in Sicily
Day Trips from Palermo Sicily10 optionsBoat Trips Taormina Sicily42 optionsSicily Wine Tour10 optionsSicily Hiking Tour26 optionsSicily Sailing Tour8 optionsSicily Snorkeling Tour12 optionsNoto Walking Tour7 optionsFood Tour Sicily30 optionsMount Etna Hiking Tour5 optionsMuseums6 optionsSicily Walking Tour47 optionsSicily Airport Transfer10 options
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Syracuse, Ortygia & Noto: Greek Ruins & Baroque ArchitectureYou visit Syracuse's Greek Theatre and archaeological park in the morning, then walk through Ortygia's Cathedral square and legendary Arethusa Fountain with a local guide. After lunch, you drive to Noto to see its Baroque churches, palaces and staircases. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with transport in an air-conditioned minivan and a small group of no more than a dozen people.Is it for me?Book this if you want Syracuse, Ortygia and Noto in a single day without renting a car or piecing together transport and timing yourself — the fixed itinerary and small-group format mean you see the Greek Theatre, the Cathedral square, and the Baroque town without the logistics.
Sunset Valley of the Temples tour in AgrigentoA two-hour guided tour of the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento that follows the light from late afternoon through sunset and into night, letting you see the ancient Greek ruins in three completely different ways. An Italian-speaking guide leads the group through the complex as the landscape transforms around the temples. The tour includes entry to the valley and is wheelchair accessible; children from age one are welcome.Is it for me?If you're staying in Agrigento without a car, the tour starts at the valley itself, so you only need to arrange transport there — the guide and the sequence of light are already planned. The two-hour timing means you can fit it into an afternoon or evening without committing your whole day.
Walking tour of Palermo: Markets, churches and squaresA guided walking tour of central Palermo covering nine landmarks—Teatro Massimo, Capo Market, Palermo Cathedral, Four Corners, Martorana, Church of the Gesù, and the historic streets and squares that shaped the city. The tour runs two to three hours with a certified guide in English or Italian, and children from age one are welcome.Is it for me?If you land in Palermo and want to see the main sights without planning the route yourself, this two- to three-hour walk covers the Cathedral, the opera house, the markets and the baroque churches in one afternoon—the guide handles the stops and the timing, so you just follow.
Giardini Naxos, Taormina & Castelmola: Day Trip from CataniaYou’ll wander ancient streets in Taormina, catch sweeping views from Castelmola’s hilltop perch, and pause by Giardini Naxos where Greek footsteps linger in the salt air. With a multilingual guide sharing local stories and easy shuttle pickup from Catania, expect unexpected moments—like laughter over espresso or sunlight warming old stones—that’ll stick with you long after you’re home.
Palermo boat tour: Swim in caves and nature reservesA private boat tour on the Palermo coast takes you to Capo Gallo nature reserve and Grotta della Regina, where you stop to swim in crystalline water and explore sea caves. The tour runs four to five hours with a live guide in your choice of language, includes brunch, snacks and drinks, and departs from Tonnara Florio Villa Igea. Children under 10 are not permitted; minimum age is 17.Is it for me?Book the half-day tour if you want the caves and swimming without the full-day commitment, or choose the sunset option if you prefer to arrive at the water as the light changes—each option departs at a different time and some include private pickup while others don't, so pick the one that fits your schedule and transport needs.
Godfather Tour from Taormina: Bar Vitelli & Savoca filming locationsYou're driven from Taormina through the Sicilian countryside to Savoca and Forza D'Agrò, where you walk the narrow streets with a guide pointing out the exact locations from The Godfather—Bar Vitelli, the wedding church, Vito's birthplace. You get free time for local granita and pastries between stops. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the private format means no crowds.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the actual Godfather filming locations without arranging your own transport or guide—the private format and hotel pickup mean you show up and the logistics are already handled, which is what makes a half-day excursion from Taormina actually relaxing instead of rushed.
Mount Etna North: 4x4 Trekking Summit Tour & Small GroupsYou’ll start early on Etna’s wild north slope with a small group and local volcanological guide. Ride a 4x4 through ancient lava fields before trekking up loose volcanic rock to reach the summit craters at nearly 3,400 meters. Feel real volcanic heat underfoot and breathe in crisp mountain air—this isn’t just sightseeing; you’ll carry that silence home with you.
Mt. Etna from Taormina: Private Tour to 2000m Craters & Lava CavesYou're picked up from your Taormina hotel and driven up Mt. Etna with a private guide, stopping at a lava tube cave, extinct craters, and the Valley of Bove at 2000 meters. You walk around the craters at your own pace and learn the geology from someone who knows the mountain. An optional morning ascent to 3000 meters is available (cable car and 4x4 tickets extra). Plan for a half or full day depending on how far you go.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Taormina who want to understand Mt. Etna's geology and landscape without joining a bus group—the private guide and flexible pace let you linger at each stop. Expect several hours of driving and walking at altitude; it's not strenuous, but it's not a casual stroll either.
Taormina Coast: Private Boat Tour with Lunch & Swim StopYou’ll sail along Sicily’s Taormina coast with local hosts, stopping at Isola Bella and Mermaid’s Cave for swims and stories. Enjoy snacks and drinks on board after your swim—all towels and snorkel gear included. Expect laughter, sea breezes, and those small Sicilian moments that linger long after you’ve left.
Mount Etna from Siracusa: Volcano Hike & Crater Picnic Day TripYou’ll start your day with hotel pickup in Siracusa before hiking Mount Etna’s south side with a local guide. Walk gritty trails along ancient craters, learn about volcanic geology firsthand, and share a picnic lunch near the rim—surrounded by strange silence and sweeping views. You’ll return feeling both tired and oddly lighter, like you’ve seen Sicily from another planet.
Snorkeling San Vito Lo Capo: Small boat, crystal-clear covesA full-day private boat tour from San Vito Lo Capo in Sicily with a small group (maximum 12 people) that stops at multiple coves, caves and beaches along the Zingaro Reserve and Scopello coast for swimming and snorkeling. The boat is a 10-meter dinghy built to reach shallow beaches and inlets where larger vessels cannot go, and snorkeling equipment is included; lunch happens in San Vito Lo Capo village after the morning stops.Is it for me?The eight-hour commitment leaves the rest of your day free if you start early or finish by late afternoon, but it rules out half-day alternatives if you want to combine snorkeling with other activities. The small-boat format means you're limited to 12 people and you reach shallow coves larger tours skip—a trade that matters if you want solitude and close-up snorkeling over speed and convenience.
Etna: Volcano Crater Walk & Gambino Winery Lunch TourYou’ll walk along Mount Etna’s craters with a local guide, taste Sicilian honey in Zafferana Etnea, and enjoy lunch paired with five wines at Gambino Winery—all with transport included. Expect quiet moments on black lava rock, new flavors you might crave later, and stories from locals who live alongside the volcano.
Palermo Private Tour: Teatro Massimo & Markets with Local GuideYou walk Palermo's main landmarks—Teatro Massimo, Palazzo Reale, Piazza Pretoria—with a local guide who chooses the route based on what they think you should see, including hidden corners and markets most tours skip. A local drink or tasting is included, and it's just you and your guide, so the pace is yours. You avoid the crowds and the standard tourist script, and you get home knowing Palermo the way someone who lives there does.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Palermo's main sights without the standard tour-group script and the crowds that come with it—a private guide is what makes that possible, and their choice of route is what gets you to the places locals actually go.
Palermo: Fresh Pasta & Tiramisù Cooking Class with LunchYou’ll jump right into Sicilian cooking in Palermo: kneading dough for fresh pasta, learning to fill ravioli without fear, and layering creamy tiramisù while coffee fills the air. Share stories with your local host over a welcome drink before sitting down together for lunch — there’s warmth here you can taste.
Snorkeling in Cefalù: Boat excursion with aperitifA 3-hour snorkeling excursion by boat from Cefalù Tourist Pier takes you to hidden coves and shallow reefs along the Tyrrhenian coast, with snorkeling gear included and an aperitif of fruit and prosecco served on the water. Groups stay under 14 people and depart at 2:30pm or 5:35pm daily; the evening departure ends at sunset. English, Italian and French-speaking guides lead the trip.Is it for me?Book the afternoon departure to snorkel between beaches and coves with time to spare after arrival; choose the evening run if you want the aperitif timed to sunset instead.
Syracuse Sea Caves: Boat Tour & Snorkeling with Fruit SnackYou’ll glide out from Syracuse’s port with a local skipper, circle beneath Maniace Castle, snack on fresh fruit as you cruise toward hidden sea caves, then jump in for a swim and try snorkeling with included gear. Expect laughter, Sicilian sunlight on your skin, and a few quiet moments that might surprise you.
Mount Etna: Jeep OffRoad Lava Flows, Wine Tasting & LunchYou’ll ride off-road across Mount Etna’s wild lava fields by Jeep with a local guide, step into volcanic caves still warm from ancient eruptions, sip unique Etna DOC wines among black-sand vineyards, and share a Sicilian lunch high on the slopes—all while feeling just how alive this mountain really is.
Mt. Etna & Alcantara Gorges: Full-Day Trek from CataniaYou trek through Mount Etna's craters and lava caves in the morning, taste local products at a farm, then walk through the Alcantara Gorges and wade in the river pools in the afternoon. The guide manages the route, provides all safety gear, and returns you to Catania by evening — no transport or timing to arrange yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want both Mount Etna and the Alcantara Gorges in one day without arranging separate transport, timing, or cave safety gear — the fixed itinerary and included shuttle are what make two very different landscapes fit into a single morning and afternoon.
Mount Etna Jeep Tour from Catania with Cave & LunchYou’ll ride up Mount Etna by jeep from Catania with your local guide, explore a real lava flow cave by torchlight, trek across volcanic slopes to the Silvestri craters, then share a simple Sicilian lunch with regional flavors before heading back down—expect small surprises and real moments all along the way.
Taormina, Castelmola & Savoca: Private Day Trip from MessinaYou’ll ride from Messina along Sicily’s coast with a local driver, pausing for photos at Isola Bella before wandering ancient Taormina and tasting almond wine high above Etna in Castelmola. Walk Savoca’s quiet streets where movie scenes were filmed, snack on Sicilian sweets, and end your private day trip feeling like you’ve glimpsed something real behind all the postcards.
