Top Sicily Self-guided Tours

Norman kings, a 'fountain of shame' and a triumphal gate — Palermo's centre is a riddle written in stone. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Palermo on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Pass through Porta Nuova, the monumental gateway crowned with turbaned figures • Blush at the Fontana Pretoria, the nude-statued 'fountain of shame' • Study the Palazzo dei Normanni, seat of kings for nine centuries Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Twelve centuries of conquerors — outsmart them all.

This relatively quick boat tour squeezes heaps more sights and stops into the itinerary than most others do. See the Cave of Love, Cape Taormina, the marine park of Isola Bella, and lots more, with a stop to take a refreshing dip included too. It’s a small-group experience, so you get plenty of your guide’s attention throughout.

Opera houses, baroque columns and street art with a conscience — Palermo's Kalsa quarter tells its story loud. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Palermo on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Decipher the Colonna dell'Immacolata and its baroque symbolism • Admire the Teatro Massimo, Italy's largest opera house • Reflect at the Murale Falcone e Borsellino, tribute to two anti-mafia heroes Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Palermo, played con brio.

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.

We encourage people to step outside and build connections while crafting enduring memories. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers. Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt. Designed to be enjoyed on foot, these experiences are ideal for sightseeing tours, romantic dates, family outings, or team-building activities. The game is an interactive activity where you are guided by a mobile app through the city. With it, you follow directions and solve very fun puzzles, riddles, and cryptic codes. During the game, you will also visit popular and hidden places in the city while learning fun stories about them. This is a storytelling experience just as much.

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.

A boat excursion is undoubtedly an unforgettable experience, one of the most engaging ways to learn about our wonderful bays and rocky coves in the beautiful Sicilian coast -The Cave of Love -The cave of the Sirens -The rock of the fig tree -The cave of the mermaids Beautiful island Blue cave Coral cave Bay of Mazzarò Bay of Mermaids Rock of the elephant You can swim in the marine reserve of the beautiful island and taste our Sicilian delicacies (almond paste) accompanied by a fresh sparkling Prosecco and soft drinks. Hurry up and book your group or private excursion on a comfortable and comfortable boat with all the amenities you desire.

Trek around Mount Etna on this tour with a small group and an expert trekking guide. Set off from Taormina to spend the day learning about the volcano's history, exploring craters and lava caves. Stop at a local chalet for an included snack and wine. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off can be arranged on request.

There's more to Cefalù than meets the eye. This self-guided walking quest reveals the city's secrets through interactive puzzles, riddles, and stories delivered straight to your smartphone. Follow the trail from stop to stop, each one unlocking a new piece of the puzzle. It's sightseeing meets adventure — and it's completely at your pace. Available 24/7, this 1–2 hour private quest needs no reservation. Available in 5+ languages.

While your ship is in port, see more of Sicily on a full-day to Taormina. Take a guided tour of this historical city, including a stroll along Corso Umberto, once an ancient Roman street, and a visit to the Greco-Roman Theater. Plus, admire views of Mt. Etna and Giardini-Naxos bay from Castelmola. Pickup and drop-off from the ports of Messina and Giardini Naxos are included.

Taormina is among Sicily’s most picturesque historic towns, but reaching its hilltop perch with public transportation can take hours. Save time and avoid crowded trains and buses with this shared transfer that includes pickup directly at the cruise port terminal and drop-off in Taormina for a full day of free time to sightsee, shop, and dine before returning to the port in time for departure. Multiple daily departures offer flexible scheduling.

Taking to the water when you’re on vacation is utterly enticing, but what if you didn’t have to abide by some skipper’s tired itinerary? Instead, with this boat rental service, you take the wheel and go exactly where you want to go. With that being said, there’s a suggested itinerary that you can refer to if you want some local tips.

If you are looking for an experience that makes your stay in Taormina really special, this is the opportunity you can not miss! Rent one of our license-free boats and experience the sea in total freedom, without nautical experience and without stress. Imagine sailing through the turquoise waters of Isola Bella, discovering hidden caves, anchoring in dreamy bays and diving into a crystal clear sea away from crowded beaches. No program to follow, no crowds: just you, the sea and spectacular views that will remain etched in your memories. Whether you are a couple, with family or friends, this experience will allow you to admire Taormina from an exclusive perspective and live moments that no traditional excursion can offer. The Listing of Mount Etna on the horizon, the sun of Sicily and the freedom to explore the coast at your own pace will make your day simply unforgettable.

Many cooking classes in Italy focus on complex dishes that require solid kitchen skills. On this beginner-friendly experience, learn insider tips and tricks to mastering classical Italian pizza no matter what your skill level. Under the expert tutelage of a local pizzaiolo (pizza chef) instructor, you’ll make dough from scratch and top it with traditional ingredients. Pick up easy-to-learn tips and techniques, then sit down to savor your hard-earned Sicilian feast with soft drinks to accompany your meal.

Sicily is home to a unique cuisine, different from mainland Italy and often hard to access without the knowledge of a local. With this Sicilian cooking class, enjoy an exclusive glimpse into Palermo’s culinary traditions by exploring one of the city’s oldest markets with a local and then preparing classic dishes at a family-run cooking school. Make four courses and sample what you’ve created during a celebratory meal.

Live your experience in the beautiful setting of Taormina at sunset with the person you love on your special day

Discover the city like a local thanks to the bike rental service, simple and flexible. Avoid the crowds and explore at your own pace: from the splendid coast to the hidden corners you would otherwise miss. Choose between e-bikes, for a relaxed and effortless ride, and traditional bicycles, for a more active experience. Enjoy maximum freedom: stop to take photos, take a dip, or simply cycle admiring the view. The quick pickup, central location, and lack of time constraints make this solution ideal for those looking for a simple, fun, and authentic way to explore the city. Book now and start your adventure!

Explore Mount Etna, the world's most active stratovolcano, on this small-group hiking tour from Catania. Ride up the mountain on a 4WD vehicle and take a moderate hike through Mount Etna's moon-like landscape in the Valley del Bove depression. Explore Etna's largest caldera, aka a large crater, and take in spectacular views of the Sicilian landscape and the Ionian Sea.

Enjoy your boat experience and visit Taormina caves with the people you love on your special day.

Discover the waters with Stand Up Paddle (SUP) rentals and enjoy a water adventure at your own pace. This package includes everything you need for your trip, such as a paddle, a safety leash, and a 5-liter dry bag for your personal belongings. Take advantage of this opportunity to explore the coast with total freedom and safety. Full rental of SUP board for a day of fun - Include essential equipment: paddle, safety leash, and bag Explore at your own pace and in total freedom Security guaranteed with the provided equipment

Palermo becomes the crime scene in this self-guided detective game, where the clues are hidden in plain sight in the streets around you. The case is the murder of Balthasar, and the evidence is scattered across the old centre - past Chiesa di San Giuseppe Cafasso, San Giovanni degli Eremiti, Palazzo dei Normanni and Cattedrale di Palermo. You decode messages, photograph what does not add up and press digital witnesses whose stories never quite line up. Every puzzle you crack removes a name from the list of suspects. Play as a couple, bring the children along, or send two or three teams out at the same time and turn the investigation into a race - which is what makes this murder mystery game work as well for a team outing as for a day out. The last answer is waiting somewhere in the centre of Palermo.

Mount Etna is one of the most striking natural features in Sicily, and with this tour, you can experience both its beauty and geology. Set off from Catania, stopping at an organic farm on the mountain slopes to sample honey, wine, olive oil, and other specialties. Afterward, continue up to the Valle del Bove.

See Palermo the way locals do — off the beaten path and full of surprises. This self-guided walking quest uses your smartphone to lead you through puzzles, trivia, and hidden stories scattered across the city. Each stop brings a new discovery and challenge. Solve them all to complete the quest, or take detours whenever something catches your eye. This 1–2 hour private adventure is available 24/7. No guide, no group — just you and Palermo. Available in 5+ languages.