Top Activities on the Ground in Sicily - page 7

Discover the historical monuments of Palermo and Monreale on a private day tour. The Italian-English bilingual driver will take you around to see the most beautiful places, including the Cathedral of Palermo, the Royal Palace, the Palatine Chapel, the Piazza dei Quattro Canti, Piazza Pretoria, the historic Ballaró Market and others historical buildings.  Visit Monte Pellegrino to get to know the incredible cave of the Sanctuary of Santa Rosalia, the patron saint of the city of Palermo, from where you can enjoy a breathtaking view over the whole city. This sacred mountain was celebrated by many illustrious travelers, who over the centuries have passed through Palermo, including Goethe who defined it as "the most beautiful promontory in the world". Admire the well-known seaside resort of Mondello, one of the most beautiful, famous and renowned tourist and seaside resorts of Sicily.  The tour can be customized according to your interests.

Sicily’s eastern coast shouldn’t be missed, between the hilltop village of Castelmola, picturesque Taormina (nicknamed the “Pearl of the Ioanian Sea”), and vibrant, coastal Messina—but checking off the highlights in limited time can be tricky. Ideal for time-pressed travelers and cruise ship passengers, this easy, half-day morning sightseeing tour whisks you between all three locations by comfortable, air-conditioned minibus and wraps up by lunchtime.

With seaside nature reserves, coastal villages, cliffside castles, and marvelous beaches, southwest Sicily is likely best seen from the water. This private boat tour explores the best of the region in roughly five hours, passing by the Vendicari Nature Reserve, visiting several beaches for swimming and snorkeling, and stopping in the village of Marzamemi for a tour of the historical center. The tour includes a stop for a Sicilian aperitif and a long toast goodbye.

The small villages around Etna and the Taormina coastline are best experienced intimately and at a relaxed pace, so skip the hassle and crowds of group tours on this private guided tour. Reach the summit of Mount Etna and, after taking in the views, descend to the Mediterranean Sea for a group boat tour along the coast and tasting of traditional Sicilian arancini.

The Best Way to Discover Catania: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo at Piazza Università or a stroll through the historic Porta Uzeda and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Roman Amphitheater of Catania, Piazza Stesicoro, Via Etnea, Piazza Università, Teatro Massimo Bellini, Basilica Cattedrale di Sant’Agata, Fontana dell’Elefante, Porta Uzeda, Ursino Castle, and the Greek-Roman Theatre.

Reach the top of the majestic volcano and admire a beautiful glimpse of the Ionian coast. Discover the most suggestive places of this active volcano, among ancient eruptive cones and immense expanses of lava, for an unforgettable experience immersed in nature and history. The excursion will allow you to reach the summit area of Etna, at an altitude of about 3100 meters above sea level, in a unique landscape, almost lunar. The start will be from 1900 meters above sea level, with cable car and 4x4 jeep, from where we will continue on foot, for 5 km in total, with a volcanological Guide, to the Central Crater at 3345 meters above sea level. The itinerary also includes a visit to ancient eruptive cones and vast lava fields. Return to the starting point by cable car and 4x4 jeep.

The best way to explore the wonders of Etna starting from Syracuse! Start an exciting adventure along the spectacular slopes of Mount Etna, where an expert guide will lead you into the fascinating world of volcanic phenomena. You will experience the perfect fusion of natural beauty and geological wonders, all within the UNESCO World Heritage site. The craters you will explore are located between 1,900 and 2,000 meters above sea level—an ideal altitude to discover and enjoy breathtaking views. Next, venture into the depths of a volcanic cave. With helmets and torches in hand, you will safely discover the underground secrets of this active volcano. Your guide will enrich you with fascinating details about eruptions and speleology, ensuring an unforgettable experience. Finally, treat yourself to a relaxing lunch consisting of Sicilian "Tavola Calda", water and wine!

Take in views over Palermo and the surrounding coastline from the panoramic Mount Pellegrino promontory without the hassle of navigating unfamiliar roads and public transportation on this unique private driving tour. Set off directly from your hotel on board an open-top, 8-passenger cruiser and let your expert driver take on the traffic so you can focus on the vistas. Learn about the local sights as you skirt the coast, stopping to snap photos on the way to the summit overlook. Relax over drinks, snacks, and music during the ride, an ideal break from the urban bustle.

Savoca: we will stop for about 1 hour where we will visit the famous Vitelli bar and the church where some scenes of the famous film (The Godfather) with Al Pacino were filmed. Castelmola: another stop of about 1 hour where we will visit the cathedral, the panorama of Etna and the Turrisi bar. Taormina: we will visit the main street where we will stop for about 2 hours to visit the entire Corso Umberto, where there are many shops, characteristic alleys, beautiful views and, if you want, the ancient Greek theatre. There you can also taste typical local products and have a drink On the way back we will stop "at the balcony", where we can admire the beautiful panorama of Isola Bella and take some photos. Messina: we will stop at Cristo Re where we can admire the Strait of Messina. Depending on the time left, we will take you to taste one of these typical local products such as arancini, granita or cannoli offered by us, before concluding the visit to the cathedral with its beautiful astronomical clock.

Avoid the midday heat and crowds on Mount Etna with this afternoon excursion, which times your hike on the volcanic slopes for peak sunset views. Enjoy hassle-free transportation directly from Catania, and kick off your adventure with a stop at a local organic farm for a food tasting. Then head up through the lava fields, stopping along the way to explore a volcanic cave. Once at the top, you'll follow your guide along a panoramic hiking trail, arriving at the most scenic spot just as the sun begins to sink below the horizon.

You will get to know the hidden part of the city of Marsala; the one created by the quarrymen during the extraction phase. It will be a city with a particular architecture, made up of limestone pinnacles that rise from the depths of the extraction and a succession of majestic walls and overhangs that make the landscape very similar to the Grand Canyon. It will be a slow and relaxing walk that will take us from the countryside level to 30 meters of depth. The first stretch will allow us to get to know the various spontaneous aromatic plants that flood the route with colors and smells; we will observe the characteristics of the limestone rock that makes up and delimits the open-air quarries and we will talk about this current extraction system. After a stop for refreshments, we will proceed into the quarries in tunnels which, due to their size, can be defined as extensive cathedrals of calcarenite with their 25 meter pillars and massive walls that alternate with the voids dug by the quarrymen.

Make the most of your limited time in Sicily on this private half- or full-day shore excursion from Messina. Meet your driver-guide at the cruise terminal and set off to explore highlights such as Savoca and Taormina, where you can discover local legends, “Godfather” filming locations, and ancient ruins. Benefit from a flexible itinerary that’s tailored to your schedule, all without the hassle of organizing the day yourself.

Live an exciting adventure to discover Etna. Accompanied by our volcanological guides you will discover the places and secrets of the highest volcano in Europe.

The Best Way to Discover Palermo: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour! Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a refreshing lemon granita or a savory arancina at a street food stall and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Cultural Context: Read the history and legends of each site as you explore. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Royal Palace and Palatine Chapel, Norman Palace, Cattedrale di Palermo, Chiesa del Gesù, Santa Maria dell’Ammiraglio, Piazza Pretoria, Quattro Canti, Church of Saint Domenico, Archeological Museum Antonio Salinas, and Massimo Theater.

Rent a bike in Palermo and make the most out of your day in this vibrant city! Our comfortable rental bikes are a great option for first-time visitors to Sicily's capital who want to find their bearings and see all of Palermo's main sights within a few hours. Cycle on the flat roads of the historic city centre or along the seafront, stop at the lively street markets for a gelato or some traditional streetfood (if you're not into spleen sandwich aka pane ca meusa go for the chickpea fritters - pannelle!) and see the impressive Baroque Palazzi pass by while you pedal through the cobbled streets of the car-free centre.

The journey begins in the Vendicari Nature Reserve to observe the wonderful pink flamingos that feed on the salt shrimps, where biodiversity is intertwined with the migratory spectacle of birds. Cross dunes and ponds, discovering the mastery of nature. Continue towards the Tonnara di Vendicari, symbol of Roman ingenuity in tuna fishing. Artisanal nets and stone walls tell of millennial traditions. Leaving the reserve, immerse yourself in the Baroque magnificence of Noto. The walking tour reveals the UNESCO-protected architecture, with Baroque churches and palaces telling stories of pomp. Breathe the atmosphere of Noto, combining the nature of Vendicari, the tradition of Tonnara and the grandeur of Baroque in an extraordinary experience.

Mount Etna is the largest active volcano in Europe and its fertile slopes produce Sicily’s finest gourmet specialties. Experience its striking landscape and excellent cuisine with this excursion. Set off from Rifugio Sapienza by cable car and jeep to one of the most recent craters, where you’ll continue on foot to admire hardened lava flows and caves. Then relax at a local family farm to taste honey, olive oil, wine, and other delicacies.

Starting from Messina we will visit one of the most beautiful villages in Italy (Savoca), famous for the film The Godfather (Frank Coppola), where you can visit for 2 hours, the catacombs, the mother church and the historic Vitelli bar. Afterwards we will set off to discover one of the most suggestive and panoramic villages of our beloved land. There you can visit the village with its characteristic architecture and visit some of the places featured in the famous film "The Godfather". After the tour, if you want, you can stop for lunch in one of the typical restaurants of the village called "The Godfather", where you can taste some fresh fish. (Lunch is not included in the price of the tour) Upon returning to the city of Messina, there will be a small tour of the city of the Strait of Messina.

Our bike tour aims to introduce one of the most iconic and mysterious sites of Palermo, where faith and story mix in a unique place. It will deal with the history of the Catacombs, the embalming techniques of the bodies by the friars, the main figures present in the crypt and the bond of the people to this eternal vigil. The tour is completed on the return with a visit to a part of the Unesco itinerary such as Porta Nuova, the Cathedral and Quattro Canti. Departures on Monday, Thursday and Friday at 9:30 from the meeting point of Descent of the Judges n.13. The bike tour also includes entrance tickets

Passing through the characteristic Etna villages, you will observe various vineyards and orchards and going up in altitude, you will discover a lot about the villages, the population and their culture. Along the way our guide will explain the story of the birth of the largest active volcano in Europe, Etna. You will explore a typical lava flow cave formed during an eruption, equipped like speleologists with helmet and torch.

Firs of all our prices! Furthermore picking up tourists from their accommodation. Moreover, it is not a private tour, we encourage our customers to socialize during the transfer. Stunning views: From the summit of Mount Etna, you will have stunning views of the surrounding area, including the city of Catania, the Mediterranean Sea, and the other mountains of Sicily. Learn about the volcano: Your volcanologist guide will teach you about the history and geology of Mount Etna. You will learn about the different types of eruptions that the volcano has had, and you will see some of the volcanic features up close. If you are planning to hike to the summit of Mount Etna, be sure to book your tour in advance, especially if you are traveling during the peak season. You should also be sure to dress in layers and bring plenty of water and snacks. The weather on Mount Etna can change quickly, so it is important to be prepared for anything.

This tour allows you to quickly reach two very popular destinations in Sicily, namely the Alcantara Gorges and Taormina, to combine the spectacle of nature with history and monuments.

In a single Tour you will experience 3 Techniques: River Jumping, (5 jumps from up to 5 meters) Body Rafting and River Trekking. We work away from mass tourism in the Gurne Alcantara a stunning place with lakes and water falls, where through out the year there is an aboundance of Water. No que to buy the ticket, No crowd, a true adventure immers in the wild Sicilian nature.

It isn’t a trip to Palermo without arancine and milza… This bike tour with various stops offers the perfect opportunity to taste and learn more about the delicacies of the historic popular street food. An immersion in taste with arancini, panelle, crocché, milza, sfincione and cannoli. Along the way you will visit the main places in the historic center of Palermo, including old markets, and discover the city's art and history…and flavor!