All Sicily Tours & Excursions in 2026

There are plenty of high-quality tours and experiences in Sicily. According to previous travelers, here are the best tours to book right now:

• Palermo Original Street Food Walking Tour by Streaty

• Etna Morning Trip

• Boat Tour Egadi Day discover Favignana and Levanzo from Trapani

• Mt. Etna and Taormina village full-day tour from Catania

• Palermo No Mafia walking tour: discover the Anti-mafia culture in Sicily

Yes, guided tours in Sicily are worth it. The island's attractions are numerous and spread out, and tours show you the highlights while handling transportation and other logistics for you. Whether you're hiking the volcanic slopes of Mt. Etna or wandering through the food markets of Palermo, tours give you valuable cultural and historical context that you might miss on your own.

Per one customer who booked the Etna Morning Trip, "Daphne was absolutely amazing on our trip to Etna! She knew everything, from the volcano's creation to the different types of flowers that bloom there. She even went out of her way to drop us off at the exact location we wanted in Catania. Her knowledge and willingness to accommodate made the trip unforgettable!"

Prices for Sicily tours vary widely. Self-guided city tours often cost under US$10, while guided small-group experiences run for closer to US$100, such as boat cruises and Mt. Etna tours. Private boat charters and sightseeing excursions often cost upwards of US$750.

For a highly rated tour on the more affordable side, book the Classical Ortigia Guided Group Tour for about US$23, which includes expert commentary about local churches, temples, and other city highlights during a 2-hour walking tour. However, the fee doesn't include admission to any museums or ticket sites. On the pricier side at US$335, the From Catania: Private/Guided Godfather with Appetizer and Pasta tour includes round-trip transportation from your hotel to filming locations from The Godfather, a private guide to explain the attractions, and lunch at a seaside restaurant.

Sicily tour activities range from brief city walks to all-day excursions on Mt. Etna or to nearby islands, so you're sure to find an itinerary that suits your interests. Popular activities include sampling street food from Palermo's food markets, hiking the lava fields of Mt. Etna, and sailing and snorkeling around the Egadi Islands off the coast of Trapani.

Consider an all-day or multi-day tour to pack in as many sights and activities as possible. For example, the 8 Days Small Group Sicily Highlights (Max 8 Guests) includes off-roading and wine tasting on Mt. Etna, visits to the picturesque seaside cities of Taormina and Syracuse, and guided tours of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as Noto and Agrigento's Valley of the Temples.

It takes at least a week to explore Sicily’s highlights. Start with an overnight stay in Palermo to explore its vibrant markets and Arab-Norman architecture, and then head east for a day on the beach in Cefalù or Taormina. If you’d like to tour Mt. Etna, it’s best to stay overnight in Catania, and you’ll need at least three more days to visit southern destinations such as Syracuse and Ortigia, Noto, and Agrigento.

According to travelers, these are the best attractions in Sicily:

• Mt. Etna (Monte Etna)

• Taormina Piazza Duomo

• Palermo Cathedral (Cattedrale di Palermo)

• Isola Bella

• Noto

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Sicily.

There are tons of great trips to take within Sicily. According to traveler reviews, these are the best day trips to book right now:

• Etna Morning Trip

• Boat Tour Egadi Day discover Favignana and Levanzo from Trapani

• Mt. Etna and Taormina village full-day tour from Catania

• Favignana and Levanzo, Egadi islands tour by boat from Trapani

• Taormina and Castelmola Tour from Messina

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You don't have to spend a fortune to have a great time in Sicily. Here are some of the best Sicily activities under US$25:

• Palazzo Conte Federico

• Pub Crawl Palermo

• Boat tour of Ortigia Island and sea caves

• Guided tour of the salt pans of Trapani and the Salt Museum

• Siracusa Boat excursion, island of Ortigia and sea caves

Couples will find plenty of romantic tours in Sicily. Here are some of the top activities to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Boat tour Giardini Naxos Taormina Isola Bella Blue Grotto

• Sunset Tour Taormina

• Tour to Baia di Taormina, Isola Bella and Naxos

• Boat Tour from Lipari between Volcanoes and Uncontaminated Landscapes 4/6 pax

• Private Etna & Taormina Tour, from Palermo area & Cefalù

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It's no secret that Sicily is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Here are some of the top outdoor tours to book right now:

• Etna Morning Trip

• Mt. Etna and Taormina village full-day tour from Catania

• Tour of the island of Ortigia and exploration of sea caves with baths

• Mount Etna Half-Day Small Group Tour from Taormina

• Boat tour to Egadi Favignana and Levanzo islands from Trapani

View all of Viator's top outdoor activities in Sicily.

According to travelers, these are the top museums and cultural attractions in Sicily:

• Palermo Cathedral (Cattedrale di Palermo)

• Valley of the Temples (Valle dei Tempi)

• Greek Theatre of Taormina (Teatro Greco)

• Neapolis Archaeological Park (Parco Archeologico della Neapolis)

• Villa Romana del Casale

View all of Viator's top museum tickets and passes in Sicily.