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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Villa Romana del Casale tour: Skip-the-line mosaicsA guided tour of Villa Romana del Casale with skip-the-line entry and a local guide in English or Italian. You walk through the thermal baths, the guest apartments, the Great Hunt ambulatory—a vast geographical map of the Roman Empire—and the private rooms of the domina and dominus. The tour runs 90 minutes and includes the entrance ticket; your guide provides it at the meeting point.Is it for me?Book the English tour if you want a guide who speaks your language; book the Italian tour if you're comfortable following along in Italian and want to hear the villa explained in the local voice. Either way, the skip-the-line entry and the 90-minute structure mean you see the mosaics and the layout without the logistics of finding the ticket office or timing your own visit.
Mount Etna & Taormina Day Trip from Messina with Farm TastingYou get picked up from your hotel or port, driven to Mount Etna where you hike the Crateri Silvestri craters, stop at a local farm to taste Etna wines and regional products, then spend free time exploring Taormina's Greek Theatre and Corso Umberto before returning in the evening. The private format and included driver-guide mean you skip the logistics of renting a car or booking separate transport and entry fees.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Mount Etna and Taormina in one day without renting a car or arranging separate transport and entry — the private format and included driver-guide handle the logistics, leaving you to focus on the volcano and the view.
Taormina Paragliding Flight: Tandem with GoPro & EquipmentYou're driven to the launch point above Taormina, fitted with a harness and helmet, and flown by an experienced pilot over the Sicilian coast for thirty to forty-five minutes. The flight includes full paragliding equipment, a GoPro video of the whole thing, and insurance. You land with the footage on a card and no other logistics to handle.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Sicilian coast from the air without needing any flying experience or fitness level—the pilot handles the flight while you sit back and watch, and the GoPro means you don't have to choose between flying and remembering it.
Baglio di Pianetto Winery Tour from Palermo: 4 organic winesA 4-hour winery tour from Palermo takes you to the Baglio di Pianetto estate in the province of Palermo, where you walk the vineyards and winery floor, then taste 4 organic wines—Viafrancia Bianco and Rosso from Palermo, and two Etna expressions (Carricante and Nerello Mascalese)—all produced on the property. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; the guide speaks English and the minimum age is 18.Is it for me?Hotel pickup from Palermo means you skip arranging a rental car or navigating to the estate in the province—the driver collects you and handles the route, so the tasting becomes the focus instead of the logistics.
Snorkeling in Taormina: Isola Bella and Mount Etna viewsA group boat tour departing from Letojanni takes you to snorkel at Isola Bella nature reserve and three other bays around Taormina, with stops at a blue cave and views of the cable car descending from the clifftop town. The tour runs three hours in the morning (10am) or afternoon (2pm), with a sunset dolphin-watching option at 5pm; groups stay under twelve people, and snorkeling gear, water, fresh fruit and Sicilian specialties are included.Is it for me?Book the morning or afternoon departure if you want to spend time in the water snorkeling at multiple bays; choose the 5pm sunset tour if you'd rather watch for dolphins from the deck and skip the gear. Groups stay under twelve, so the boat moves at a relaxed pace and never feels rushed or crowded.
Siracusa to Agrigento Private Transfer with Stops & Hotel PickupYou’ll travel between Siracusa and Agrigento with hotel pickup and an English-speaking driver who knows every shortcut (and bakery) along the way. Pause for coffee or explore a hill town if you want — it’s your call. Arrive feeling less like luggage and more like someone who’s already started their Sicilian story.
Etna & Taormina Day Tour from Catania with Wine TastingYou’ll hike Mount Etna’s wild slopes with a local guide, explore a lava cave with helmet and torch, enjoy Sicilian lunch with wine tasting at a farmhouse, then stroll through Taormina’s lively streets before heading back to Catania — a day full of flavors, stories, and moments you’ll remember long after the dust washes off your shoes.
Messina to Taormina Transfer & Free Time ExploreYou get picked up at Messina port or your hotel and driven to Taormina's historic center in a private minivan (45–50 minutes). You have three to four hours free to explore on your own, with the driver available if you want to add a beach stop or side trip. Return time is flexible and arranged when you're ready to leave.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving at Messina port or staying nearby and want to see Taormina without renting a car or figuring out public transport — the fixed pickup and drop-off remove the logistics, and the flexible return time means you're not rushed through the town.
Soap Museum Tour in Sciacca: 19th-Century Building & HistoryA guided tour of the House Museum of Soap in Sciacca, Sicily, takes you through a restored 19th-century building to explore soap history, production methods and the tools that made the trade. The tour lasts about an hour and runs with a live guide who speaks English, Italian or French. A minimum of two people per booking is required.Is it for me?This is a shared guided tour, not a hands-on class — you walk through the museum and listen rather than make or handle soap yourself. It suits anyone curious about how everyday products were made in the past and interested in Mediterranean craft history, and it works well for mixed groups since the guide speaks three languages and the space is fully accessible.
Taormina Boat Rental & Snorkeling: Giardini Naxos CoastYou rent a boat for the day and navigate the Giardini Naxos coastline yourself, with snorkeling gear included and designated swimming stops at Isola Bella, the Cave of Love, and secluded bays. Prosecco and seasonal fruit are provided on board. The experience spans multiple hours and requires you to be comfortable in the water, though the pace is flexible and the boat is modern.Is it for me?Book this if you want to control your own pace on the water and spend the day snorkeling in clear bays without joining a large group tour — the boat rental format means you choose when to swim, when to move, and how long to linger at each stop.
Catania Airport to Syracuse: Private Mercedes TransferYou get a named driver waiting at arrivals with your flight tracked, a recently serviced Mercedes matched to your group size, WiFi and water on board, and a fixed price agreed before you travel. The driver handles navigation and timing while you settle in; night arrivals or departures add a small supplement paid in cash at the end of the journey.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi queue and arrive at your Syracuse hotel knowing exactly what you've paid — the driver meets you by name and handles the route, which turns a 60-minute journey into actual rest instead of logistics.
Segesta Erice Marsala wine tour: Private group Florio tastingA private guided tour for 4–7 people through western Sicily, departing at 8:30 am and returning at 6:30 pm, visiting Segesta Archaeological Park, the fortified town of Erice, and Florio Winery in Marsala. The tour includes park entry, a 90-minute cellar visit with three Marsala tastings and food pairings, breakfast, and door-to-door transport in a Mercedes-Benz with a driver. The driver is not a tour guide and provides transport only; if Florio Winery is unavailable, an alternative winery of equal standing is substituted.Is it for me?Book this tour if your group is 4–7 people traveling together and you want to see three different parts of western Sicily—ancient ruins, a medieval hilltop town, and a working winery—without splitting up or coordinating separate transport. The fixed itinerary and private vehicle mean the day holds together without anyone building it.
Private Boat Tour Palermo Coast: Swim in Hidden CavesA private boat tour departing from Marina Villa Igiea in Palermo takes you along the coast to three swimming stops: the Grotto of the Queen, the Bay of Mondello, and the Grotta dell'Olio, a domed cave accessible only by water with a natural skylight illuminating crystal-clear depths. The tour runs 4 hours and includes snorkeling gear, fresh seasonal fruit, drinks and a live guide in your choice of language.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to swim and snorkel in caves most Palermo visitors miss, with the boat and guide handling the route and the stops—you just show up at the jetty and spend the morning in the water.
Day trip from Trapani: Erice, Scopello, Saline ReserveA 7-hour minivan tour departing from Trapani visits the medieval village of Erice perched on a mountain, the tuna factory and harbor at Scopello, Castellammare del Golfo, and the Salt Museum at Saline Reserve before returning to your hotel or port. Pickup and drop-off are included; the tour runs with a qualified driver and accommodates up to 8 travelers. Entry tickets to sites and meals are separate.Is it for me?If you arrived by cruise ship or are staying in Trapani without a rental car, this tour solves the logistics—the minivan picks you up at the port or hotel and handles all the driving to four separate stops, so you don't need to navigate or arrange transport between them.
Taormina: Godfather Film Locations Savoca & Forza D'AgròYou're picked up from the Messina cruise terminal or a local hotel and driven to Savoca, where you visit the bar and church from the Godfather film. Then you head to Forza d'Agrò, a medieval village on a hilltop overlooking Taormina and the sea, with time to walk the Arco Durazzesco and explore. Private transport and water are included; the whole outing takes about three hours.Is it for me?A good fit if you're docking at Messina or staying nearby and want to see the Godfather filming locations without arranging transport or navigating the villages yourself. The three-hour round trip is what makes both villages possible in a half-day without feeling hurried.
Mount Etna Summit Trek Sicily: Crater Hike with Volcanologist GuideYou ride a 4x4 up to 2,900 meters, then trek 6 kilometers to Mount Etna's Central Crater at 3,300 meters with a volcanologist guide. The small group (up to 10 people) moves at a steady pace through volcanic terrain, reaching a summit viewpoint that spans Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. Trekking poles, shoes, insurance and expert narration are included; the return route is chosen based on weather conditions that morning.Is it for me?This trek is for people who want to stand at an active volcano's summit with expert guidance and don't want to arrange their own transport, equipment or insurance — the small group size and certified guide are what make it possible to reach the crater safely and understand what you're standing on.
Primosole Bridge & Sicily War Cemeteries: 1943 Battle TourThis tour traces the 1943 Battle of Primosole Bridge across the Simeto river line between Syracuse and Catania, walking the battlefield monuments, visiting the German and English war cemeteries, and ending at the museum of the Allied Landing in Sicily. A live guide in English, Spanish, Italian or French leads the route; all entrance tickets are included. The tour runs 7 to 8 hours and pickup is arranged from the Catania area.Is it for me?Walk the 1943 invasion route between Syracuse and Catania—through cemeteries, bunkers, and the Simeto river line where the battle turned the war—with a guide who connects each location to the larger story.
Cefalù & Monreale day trip from Palermo: Boat or free timeA full-day trip from Palermo combines the medieval seaside town of Cefalù and the hilltop cathedral of Monreale, with round-trip transport in a luxury minivan. You choose how to experience Cefalù: either free time to wander the historic center, visit the Norman Cathedral, and swim at the sandy beach, or a 3-hour boat excursion with swimming and snorkeling stops, plus a Sicilian aperitivo on board. Both options include independent access to Monreale Cathedral with an audioguide app to explore its golden Arab-Norman mosaics. The trip runs 9 hours total.Is it for me?Choose the boat option if you want to experience Cefalù from the water with snorkeling and a local aperitivo included; pick free time if you prefer to set your own rhythm through the town, visit the Cathedral without time pressure, and swim or eat when you choose. Both options end at Monreale Cathedral, so the difference is purely how you spend your afternoon in Cefalù.
Mount Etna Sunset Trek: Extinct Craters & Lava CavesYou drive up from Catania through Etna villages to 2,000 meters, walk the edges of extinct craters surrounded by lava flows and forest, then descend into a lava cave equipped with helmet and torch. Private transport, air-conditioned vehicle, and a guide who explains the volcano's history and the culture of the people living on it are included. The trek is soft and suitable for most fitness levels, and you're back in Catania before dark.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Mount Etna's craters and walk inside a lava cave without arranging your own transport or equipment — the private pickup and the provided gear mean you arrive ready to walk, not ready to problem-solve.
Day trip from Palermo to Monreale and Segesta: Small groupA small-group day trip from Palermo to Monreale and Segesta combines a Norman cathedral with independent exploration of an ancient Greek site. The tour runs eight hours with morning pickup at Piazza Giuseppe Verdi, includes an air-conditioned vehicle and Italian- or English-speaking driver, and leaves time for lunch between stops. Admission fees to both attractions are separate.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you're staying in Palermo without a car — the morning pickup at the main square and the fixed schedule mean you don't arrange transport or navigate between sites yourself, and you're back by afternoon with the day's logistics settled.
