Things to Do in Sicily
27 curated spots from Sicily itineraries
Activities & Attractions
11 curated experiences
Catania Fish Market & Duomo
Raucous market then baroque square; elephant fountain photo spot.
2h · Free
Catania Night Streets
Baroque alleys with aperitivo bars.
2h · $10 drinks
Corvaja Palace & Shopping
Norman architecture and artisan shops.
1h 30m · Free
Isola Bella Beach & Kayak
Cable car down; kayak to stacks with Etna Kayak Adventures; medium fitness, book ahead.
3h · $25 cable + $40 kayak
Isola Bella Secluded Cove
Private cable car down for pebble beach wander and swim; lush pebbled bay.
2h · $10
Kayaking Catania Coast
2hr guided paddle to coves; book Sicily Kayak; wear water shoes, medium fitness.
2h 30m · $35/pp
Mount Etna Morning Trek
Early guided fitness hike to Silvestri Craters (1900m); wild lava landscapes. 45min drive from Taormina.
3h · $50 pp
Ortigia Bar Hop
Live music spots along waterfront.
2h · $10-20 drinks
Ortigia Island Wander
Baroque architecture, cathedral; photography from sea walls at golden hour.
2h · Free
Parco Archeologico Neapolis
Greek theater and amphitheater; less-crowded ear viewpoint.
2h · $12
Taormina Greek Theater
Cliff-edge ruins; Etna backdrop, golden hour from upper tiers (no flash).
2h · $15Restaurants & Food
16 local favorites
Bam Bar
Iconic granite (flavored ice); pair with brioche for local ritual.
30m · $10-15 per person
Bam Bar Granita
Pistachio granita con brioche.
45m · $6-10 per person
Bar America da Giovanni
Beachside granita and panini; historic spot with sea views.
45m · $15-25 per person
Bar Gelateria La Scala
Granita and brioche; outdoor seating.
45m · $6-10 per person
Bar Pasticceria Luca
Local sweets; almond biscuits and granita.
30m · $8-12 per person
Caseificio Borderi
Market cheeses, olives, and focaccia.
45m · $8-12 per person
Chiosco Seltz Limone
Refreshing drinks and panini.
45m · $8-12 per person
Da Cristina
Cannoli and salads on piazza.
1h · $10-16 per person
Da Peppino
Beachside cafe; fresh cannoli and fruit.
45m · $10-15 per person
Kentia Cocktail Bar
Beachfront; seafood platters and aperitivo.
1h 30m · $30-45 per person
La Taormina Cefalù
Beachside pesce spada.
1h · $14-20 per person
Osteria Antica Marina
Pasta alla norma post-market.
1h · $12-18 per person
Trattoria Da Salvatore
Pasta alla norma and seafood; family-run with outdoor seating.
1h · $20-30 per person
Trattoria La Foglia
Seafood pasta; harbor views.
1h · $14-22 per person
Trattoria La Tavernetta
Cozy spot; rabbit in almond sauce (walkable).
1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Trattoria Pizzeria Villa Diana
Pizza and house wine; family-run.
1h 15m · $10-16 per person