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Western Sicily Must Do
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items I've been living in Western Sicily since September 2024. When friends and family come to visit, here is where I take them. Be sure to add these to your list of things you will want to do!
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This vineyard, located just a few minutes outside of Salemi, has incredible wine tastings at sunset. Enjoy a few wines while watching the sun set behind the countryside of Western Sicily
Tenute Mokarta
I've gone on this wine tasting a number of times and I learn more and more each time I take new friends. This winery makes 22 different wines. Be sure to stop by for a tasting at 11:30 each day - they pair them with traditional sicilian snack - delish!!!
Alagna Vini
This modern art museum is located in the new Gibellina and includes a mix of new and old works. It's location offers a spectacular patio where you can have a cocktail while viewing the Sicilian countryside
MUSEO DELLE TRAME MEDITERRANEE: Tutto quello che c'è ...
This art installation is located where the town of Gibellina used to be located before it was destroyed in the earthquake of 1968. Walk among the concrete structure to feel the magnitude of what once was…
Cretto Burri
The team calls it “Saltitourism” - or Salt Tourism. Here you can learn about the salt mills, take a tour, experience the life of a salt worker, or just grab dinner and drinks while viewing one of the most spectacular sunsets in all of Sicily
Saline of the Laguna Marsala
Located in Selinunte, this beach club is the only one in this location making it feel like it's private. Here you can enjoy the 18 euro buffet (with an excellent selection of food), gaze upon the ancient ruins located just next door, or just hang on the beach. It's a great spot that not many people know about!
Lido Zabbara
Selinunte is the place to visit to see the biggest archelogical site in all of europe. Not only are there temples galore, but here you will also see a sweeping view of the Mediterranean Sea
Selinunte Archaeological Park
Here you will find some of the best preserved Greek Temples outside of Greece! This UNESCO heritage site not only includes the Temple of Concordia but also some of the best views of the Sicilian countryside
Valley of the Temples
White sand beaches and crystal clear water…. you will feel like you are in the Caribbean! This picturesque Sicilian beach town is not to be missed!
A Comprehensive Guide to visiting San Vito Lo Capo
If you enjoy hiking, head here! Located between Scopello and San Vito lo Capo, this nature reserve is know for it's hiking trails, clear coves and wildlife - a nature lover's dream!
Our Hiking Guide to Lo Zingaro Nature Reserve (and Its Best Beaches!)
Favignana is the largest of the Egadi Islands off the western coast of Sicily and is only a 30 minute ferry from Trapani. Once known for it's tuna industry, it's now known for crystal clear waters, hidden coves and delicious seafood.
Favignana servizi turistici
Located in the Menfi area, if you are looking to learn about the olive oil production of Sicily, Cantine Barbera is where you are going to want to head.
Premiati Oleificio Barbera Olive Oil Tour Experience
Located about 30 minutes from Palermo, Castellmare is a fishing village known for it's incredible beaches, it's castle and it's great food. It's a great location to stay while exploring the surrounding areas in Western Sicily
Travel Guide to Castellammare del Golfo, Sicily
Salemi has been a town known to offer 1 euro homes. Now it's an growing Sicilian town 45 minutes outside of Palermo with a Castle, a growing expat community and a Ceramics Studio. The location is a perfect home base for exploring Western Silciy
Salemi | Visit Sicily official page
The Segesta Thermal Baths also known as the “Polle del Crimiso”, are natural hot springs nestled in the countryside near Castellammare del Golfo in western Sicily. These springs, with waters emerging at temperatures around 46–47°C, have around since ...
How to Visit the Hot Springs at Segesta For Free