Top Sicily Sightseeing Tours

See the highlights of Palermo with a hop-on hop-off bus tour, exploring at your own pace. Get a view of the city’s top attractions from the top of a double-decker bus, including sights like the Quattro Canti, Vucciria Market and the Teatro Massimo – one of Italy's most famous opera houses. Enjoy audio commentary during the tour.

Go off the beaten path in the old town center of Syracuse with this small-group walking tour. See the town’s top landmarks, including the Apollo Temple and Cathedral Square, plus the quiet lanes of the Jewish Quarter. Learn about Syracuse’s history while admiring the Fountain of Aretusa and the vibrant fish and fruit markets.

Take a private walking tour of the ancient Neapolis Archaeological Park of Syracuse, UNESCO world heritage, and one of the most important archaeological parks of Italy. During this 2 hour private walking tour with a local knowledgeable guide, you will discover the most important ancient Greek and Roman monuments - the Greek Theater, the biggest Greek theater in Sicily, the legendary "Ear of Dionysius", famous for its unique acoustics, the altar of Hiero, and the ancient Greek quarries "Latomie", the Roman amphitheater. Private tour guarantees friendly and relaxed atmosphere and personal attention from your guide. Up to 10 travelers can be accommodated per booking.

Taormina is one of Sicily’s most beautiful hilltop towns, but it can be challenge to avoid the crowds, especially in the summer months. This private 2-hour tour ensures a personalized experience and the undivided attention of your guide, so you can admire landmarks such as the Greek Theatre, Corvaia Palace, and Porta Messina; learn more about Taormina’s ancient history; and enjoy spectacular views of Mount Etna.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

See the volcanic landscape of Mount Etna, then stroll the hilltop town of Taormina on a full-day tour from Messina that explores Sicily’s remarkable landscape, architecture, and culture. Enjoy views into the Silvestri Craters, and time to take in Taormina’s ancient Roman streets, theater, and monuments with the guide. This full-day tour includes pickup and drop-off at the Messina port or Cathedral Square, and transport in a climate-controlled coach.

Explore the traditions and culture of the beautiful town of Noto on this tour from Syracuse. Enjoy a guided tour of the charming town with a knowledgeable guide, admiring the exquisite Baroque architecture. Spend some time wandering the main shopping streets at your leisure.

Discover northeast Sicily on a 6-hour tour of Messina and the Ionian coast. Hear informative commentary about the region from your guide and take in attractions such as Santuario della Madonna di Montalto, the Church of the Annunziata dei Catalani, and the Cape of Peloro.

The Valley of the Temples in Agrigento is a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Sicily’s most impressive archeological sites, and visiting on a private tour means you can explore at your own pace. Benefit from the expertise of your private guide as you discover the ancient Greek city of Akragas; marvel at the temples of Hera (Juno), Concordia, and Herakles; and hear stories that bring the ruins to life.

Get up close and personal with some of Sicily’s best-preserved ancient ruins—and learn all about Syracuse and its history from your guide—when you embark on this private walking tour of the Neapolis Archaeological Park (entrance own expense). Choose from morning or afternoon departure times, and enjoy several hours to explore. You’ll see the ruins of the Greek Theatre, the Altar of Hieron, the Ear of Dionysus cave, and more.

Home to the largest collection of ancient Roman mosaics in the world, the UNESCO-listed Villa Romana del Casale is a must-see in Sicily. With this tour, you’ll learn about the fascinating history of these dazzling fourth-century masterpieces and the significance of their intricate designs and motifs. Visit the ruins of the domus and garden and take in highlights like the famed “Bikini Girls” and “Labors of Hercules” mosaics.

Famed for its baroque architecture and UNESCO designation, Ragusa is a destination that’s best explored on foot. On this small-group walking tour, you’ll get up close and personal with the city’s sights. Discover ornate churches and palaces, linger in busy public squares, and learn about the catastrophic earthquake that forever changed the city. As you go, your guide will share stories and facts about its rich history.

Wondering what to do while your boat is docked in Messina? Why not head out on a day-long shore excursion to see what Taormina has to offer? And while you’re at it, see Mt Etna, too. Relax as a private driver chauffeurs you along the scenic Sicily coastline, and take some free time to explore the area around Mt Etna — the island’s famously fiery volcano. Later, savor an alfresco lunch in Taormina and see Palazzo Corvaja among other local sights.

It’s day February 31st, 2020. All tourists have disappeared from the streets of Palermo. What happened to them? Have they left? Have they been kidnapped or trapped in a Trattoria? Sit back on your sofa and follow a Sicilian tour guide roaming the streets of Palermo in search of his travelers. Our guide will connect live on ZOOM to lead you through this adventure acting as a real time voice over. As the movie roll on, our guide will tell you about the city, its long history, its fine art and rich culture. We will pull you into virtual Palermo and project you into a food market to discuss traditional foods and recipes. All of this will happen without never losing focus on the plot of the story. To solve the case, our tour guide will have to walk around the monumental streets of the city but the magic will happen into the dark backstreets of the city center. NB: TICKET PRICE IS MEANT TO BE "PER SCREEN". THE TIME INDICATED IN THE CALENDAR IS ROME TIME.

From the classical era to the eighteenth century, among religious buildings and burials, grandiose Roman monuments and underground rivers, popular legends and historical documents ... A fascinating itinerary to retrace all the eras of the Etna city. The traces of a Catania of the past that continues to live under our feet, hidden from our eyes

Skip the crowded, hurried shore excursions on this private experience in Palermo. Explore the city streets as your guided shares insights into the history and architecture. Skip the long lines at the Palatine Chapel, Sicily's most-visited monument, before continuing to more must-see sites before returning to the port in time for your ship.

Discover the treasures of Syracuse, Ortigia with this fantastic 1-day tour with an expert guide. Explore the UNESCO site in Syracuse with its archaeological site, admire a magical source in Ortigia and be enchanted by the spectacular baroque architecture of the historic center

Take a 1-hour boat tour around the Syracusan island of Ortigia to explore its sea caves. Visit a number of the island’s calcareous caves including the “Cave of Love” which is in the shape of a heart. Admire the unique rock formations in and around the caves as well as the beautiful scenery of Sicily while enjoying an aperitivo of local wines and cheeses.

Capital of the Italian island of Sicily, Palermo is home to a dazzling array of UNESCO–listed treasures—with a hidden history dating back centuries. On this sightseeing tour, explore Palermo on foot as your guide brings the city’s past to life. Hear the secrets of top attractions including the Chiaramonte-Steri Palace, 12th-century Palermo Cathedral, and the Royal Palace of Palermo—with all entry fees included.

It is a walk through 3 different salt pans, an enchanted place to discover how salt is produced and collected. The visit to the salt museum and the tasting of the flavored salt will make this tour between nature and tradition will make the experience unforgettable.

The excursion consists of an off road tour in a 4x4 jeep at the ancient lava language of the 2002 eruption. Continue through the Ragabo pinewood until reaching Piano Provenzana where the tour continues on foot along the 2002 side craters. Visit to a lava flow cave.

Drive a vintage Fiat 500!! Two and a half hours on a panoramic tour of Palermo and surroundings. A return to the past on small colored cars that move slowly through the city. We will drive along the Marina to get to the market of Ballarò. A quick stop to familiarise with the culture, traditions and habits of the Palermitani. We will park the car to reach the church of Casa Professa, Piazza Bellini and Piazza Pretoria. The tour will continue following the Arab Norman itinerary. Next stop will be the Norman Palace and the Cathedral. Monreale will be our next stop to see the Cathedral and Palermo from the belvedere. It's time to come back to Palermo, a photo in front of the Teatro Massimo. Our tour will end at the Cala harbor. We will stop in one of the oldest bars in Palermo for a little sweet treat!The experience that I propose involves all the senses. Tastes, colors, sounds that can hardly be forgotten. Well it all happens on a Fiat 500 !!!!

For a glimpse into Palermo’s historical past, look no further than the medieval Kalsa District. Formed over a thousand years ago during the time of Arab rule, numerous kingdoms have left their mark on this remarkable section of Palermo. The result is one of the most culturally unique places to explore in Palermo with beautiful architecture, tasty cuisine, and a charm all its own. On this private tour, you’ll see its resilience for yourself by visiting its lively squares forming hubs of local entertainment. That classic aperitivo culture is in full effect in Piazza Rivoluzione and Piazza Sant’Anna, and you’ll see it firsthand. The Norman era produced iconic pieces of architecture, including two UNESCO World Heritage Sites that your local host will show you. From Arab-Norman times to Baroque and Gothic styles, you’ll be amazed at the beautiful palaces and churches on display!

Taking a day trip to Taormina and Savoca is a cinch on this guided tour from Messina. Skip the hassle of public transit and head out from the city in a private vehicle, stopping to visit attractions such as filming locations from 'The Godfather' and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Isola Bella.