Home to larger cities such as the capital of Sicily, Palermo, as well as Cefalù 70 km to the east. Though Cefalù is considered one of Italy’s finest resort towns, there’s more to do than just swim and sunbathe. The seaside spot, poised on Sicily northeastern coast, is equally celebrated for its Norman cathedral, medieval old town, archaeology museum, and seafood-heavy fare. You can’t miss the striking cliffs that jut above the cathedral - just amazing!! You may recognize this spot, also from ‘The White Lotus’.

Palermo is an urban melting pot characterized by history and culture so diverse that it often feels conflicted. Discover an intriguing range of architectural styles, from Arabian domes to baroque buildings, and enjoy delicious cuisine that spans a variety of origins.

Perched on the northern end of Sicily’s less-traveled western coast, Trapani has an old-world Mediterranean soul. Travelers come to see the traditional salt flats and tuna fisheries along its crescent-shaped bay, and to ride a ferry out to the nearby Aegadian Islands.

Situated off the northwestern coast of Sicily, Favignana island’s thirty seven kilometres of sharp, cragged stone are a summertime dream. Part of the three Egadi islands, it continues to be the most beautiful, most popular and the most treasured amongst Italians and an increasing number of travellers looking for sunshine, dusty roads, and saltwater blues to rival any Caribbean island we’ve ever visited.

Though Agrigento is a modern city of about 60,000 on Sicily’s southwest coast, the majority of visitors come to experience the past just outside of town. At the Valley of the Temples (Valle dei Templi), citizens of the then-major Greek colony of Akragras began building seven Doric style holy monuments in the sixth century BC. The nearby Archaeological Museum helps put everything into context. Agrigento also has some fascinating sights in its old town, like the medieval Norman cathedral. If this is your thing, definitely add it to the list. There isn’t too much around, so a day trip may be enough! If you’re in the area, dont miss Scala di Turchi (Turkish Steps) - extraordinary white cliffs that have been carved into a staircase by the wind and sea. It is a gorgeous area with beautiful blue waters.

Once one of ancient Greece’s most important cities, today Siracusa is a lively town on Sicily’s southeast coast. The city overflows with amazing remnants from its long history. Romans, Vandals and Normans are but a few of those who ruled here after the Greeks. In Syracuse’s harbor, Ortygia Island is the site of many of the main attractions, including the seventh-century cathedral and the Fountain of Arethusa.

One of southeastern Sicily’s UNESCO-listed baroque cities, Noto is famed for its opulent architecture and surfeit of beauty. Its 18th-century cathedral is a local highlight, as is Caffe Sicilia, which is rumored to make some of the best gelato in all of Italy.

Ragusa is a city with two souls. It has a modern area and an ancient, Baroque-style area called Ibla. Ragusa has the refined elegance that characterises the late-baroque towns of the Val di Noto. It attracts visitors to its maze of narrow streets, where there are many churches and palaces to visit. All around, an ethereal beauty creates a magical atmosphere.

You can’t go to Sicily & miss Taormina. A famous hilltop resort town of the 60s with endless shopping, winding streets, & restaurants. Famous for the ancient Greco-Roman Teatro Antico di Taormina & Isola Bella, it sits near Mount Etna which you can see on a clear day. Make your way up to Castelmola for an unforgettable view. Rent a boat for a day to explore the coastline of hidden coves. If you have seen ‘The White Lotus’, this has to be on your list (check out San Domenico Palace - Four Seasons Hotel).

Sicily’s Mount Etna boasts the most otherworldly scenery in Italy. It’s a lunar landscape of black sand, volcanic rocks, and oozing lava flows that is as stark as it is beautiful. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2013 for its “exception level of volcanic activity” as well as global scientific, culture and educational importance, Etna is an important part of Sicily’s topography, not to mention simply gorgeous. As Sicily’s most beautiful natural attraction, this massive mountain is worlds away from the lazy beaches and historic architecture throughout the rest of the island but it’s also one of the top attraction in Sicily.

Etna’s volcanic wines have skyrocketed from obscurity to stardom, coveted by consumers who appreciate their balanced acidity, minerality and the dedication it takes to cultivate grapes in difficult conditions. Check out the many wineries that wrap around the base of the volcano.

If hiking is your thing, check out some of the guided hikes - there’s even a cable car that goes up the side of the volcano!