Sicily, Italy - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-10-11

Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, offers a spectacular blend of rich history, dramatic volcanic landscapes, and sun-drenched beaches. Visit to experience a unique culture, exquisite cuisine, and breathtaking archaeological sites.

Top things to do in Sicily

Things to do in Sicily include Ancient theatre of Taormina, Noto, Valley of the Temples. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.

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A sample 3-day itinerary for Sicily

Here is what 3 days in Sicily look like when the planner builds them - arriving at noon on the first day and flying home at noon on the last. Stops are grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, and the same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1Arrival at noon

Stops
3
  1. 1
    Valley of the TemplesMuseum · Agrigento
    66 km
  2. 2
    Roman Villa del CasaleArchaeology museum · Piazza Armerina
    22 km
  3. 3
    Piazza Armerina
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Day 2

Stops
4
  1. 1
    CataniaCity
    43 km
  2. 2
    Ancient theatre of TaorminaTheatre · Taormina
    88 km
  3. 3
    OrtigiaIsland
    27 km
  4. 4
    NotoTown
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Day 3Return at noon

Stops
1
  1. 1
    Aeolian Islands
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The route assumes the first day starts at noon, after you land, and the last ends at noon, before your flight. It also assumes a car: the places are spread across a wide area. It is an example: with your dates the planner builds a route around your landing and your flight home, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Sicily?

Ancient theatre of Taormina, Noto, Valley of the Temples, Mount Etna, Roman Villa del Casale, Cefalù and 9 more. Ancient theatre of Taormina: The ancient theatre of Taormina is an ancient Greek theatre in Taormina, Sicily, built in the third century BC.

What can you do in 3 days in Sicily?

Day 1: Valley of the Temples, Roman Villa del Casale, Piazza Armerina. Day 2: Catania, Ancient theatre of Taormina, Ortigia, Noto. Day 3: Aeolian Islands.

Which areas should you explore in Sicily?

The itinerary for Sicily runs through Agrigento, Piazza Armerina and Taormina.

Which museums are worth visiting in Sicily?

Museums worth visiting in Sicily: Valley of the Temples (Agrigento) and Roman Villa del Casale (Piazza Armerina).

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