Best Places to Eat in Syracuse and Ortigia - A Guide to Great Restaurants - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Best Places to Eat in Syracuse and Ortigia: A Guide to Great Restaurants august 13, 2024 – Posted in: Italy, Travel

Best Restaurants in Syracuse You can easily spend an entire week exploring Syracuse, but if you’re on a whirlwind tour, be sure to allocate at least two days for your visit. The city has a lot to offer in terms of sights and a variety of excellent dining options! It’s wise to make reservations or arrive early in the evening to ensure you get a table. Please note, that in Syracuse, you’ll encounter the coperto…

Explore Syracuse and Ortigia - Essential Travel Tips and Attractions - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Explore Syracuse and Ortigia: Essential Travel Tips and Attractions – Posted in: Italy, Travel

Plenty of Travel Tips for Syracuse Syracuse is located on the southernmost eastern coast of Sicily, right by the water. Out of all the cities we explored in Sicily, Syracuse stands out as the most welcoming for tourists. The peninsula of Ortigia, the historic heart of the city, is particularly favored by tourists from all over the world. Its charm is undeniable, with its narrow streets lined with quaint shops, charming cafes, and inviting restaurants,…

Top Sights and Must-Visit Attractions in Syracuse and Ortigia, Sicily - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Top Sights and Must-Visit Attractions in Syracuse and Ortigia, Sicily – Posted in: Italy, Travel

Tourist Attractions in Siracusa What sights in Siracusa and Ortigia should you not miss? Siracusa was the first Greek settlement and also the birthplace of Archimedes, the Greek mathematician and philosopher. A must for a holiday in Siracusa is therefore a visit to the archaeological park, where you can also see Archimedes’ tomb. As soon as you cross one of the two bridges that lead from Siracusa to the old town on the Ortigia peninsula,…

Exploring Sicily - Top Tips for Your Ultimate Round Trip - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Exploring Sicily: Top Tips for Your Ultimate Round Trip august 12, 2024 – Posted in: Italy, Travel

Three Weeks Exploring Sicily: A Comprehensive Itinerary In October 2022, we went on a round trip in Sicily. Prior to that, we had spent a week in Trapani in the spring. We were so captivated by Sicily’s culture and history that we decided to spend three weeks traveling around the island in the fall. We started again in Trapani and traveled counterclockwise: from the west, down the southern coast, and ended up on the east…

Where to stay in Sicily - How to Choose Your Perfect Sicilian Vacation Spot - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Where to stay in Sicily: How to Choose Your Perfect Sicilian Vacation Spot – Posted in: Italy, Travel

Where to Stay in Sicily? Planning a vacation in Sicily? It’s good to know that the island has a city for every mood and type of holiday. Whether you’re into beach vacations, historical excursions, or challenging mountain hikes, Sicily has it all! On top of that, the cuisine varies from city to city, with each region boasting its own specialties. If you want to taste everything, you’ll need to explore the island. We certainly wanted…

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Getting Around Sicily by Bus and Train – Posted in: Italy, Travel

Public Transportation in Sicily Traveling around Sicily by bus and train is much easier than you might think! There’s no need to rent a car and navigate the winding mountain roads, as even the smallest towns have regular bus and train services. Train schedules can be found on Trenitalia, but finding bus routes can be a bit tricky. Sicily’s bus system can be complex, with different companies serving each route, making it time-consuming to find…

Selinunte - Ancient Temples and Stunning Beaches on Sicily's South Coast - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Selinunte: Ancient Temples and Stunning Beaches on Sicily’s South Coast – Posted in: Italy, Travel

Selinunte and Marinella di Selinunte Europe’s largest archaeological park, Selinunte, is located right next to the small seaside town of Marinella di Selinunte. Like Agrigento, the temple park is a must-visit if you’re traveling to southern Sicily, and Marinella is a charming stop along the southern coast. It has the same vibe as an English seaside town, with plenty of small bars and restaurants where you can enjoy the sunset. Here are our top tips…

Discover Modica and Ragusa - What to See and Do - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Discover Modica and Ragusa – What to See and Do! – Posted in: Italy, Travel

Visit Modica and Ragusa In the southeastern corner of Sicily, you’ll find the two small mountain towns, Modica and Ragusa. Modica is famous for its chocolate, while Ragusa is known for its cheese production. Both UNESCO towns offer breathtaking views from their mountain tops. The many baroque buildings, combined with the beautiful nature, make these towns a must-visit if you’re in the area. The train runs from Siracusa to the two mountain towns several times…

Discover Levanzo - A Tranquil Getaway on the Egadi Islands, Sicily - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Discover Levanzo: A Tranquil Getaway on the Egadi Islands, Sicily august 11, 2024 – Posted in: Italy, Travel

Levanzo – a small island off the coast of Sicily From the moment you board the plane in Billund until you step off the ferry on the small island of Levanzo, it takes only five hours. And that includes waiting time for both the airport bus and at the ferry port in Trapani. Levanzo is a piece of Italy you can only dream of. The pace is very slow, the food is good, and the…

Mount Etna - The Best Tips for Your Day Trip - SittingUnderAPalmTree

Mount Etna – The Best Tips for Your Day Trip to The Vulcano – Posted in: Italy, Travel

Tips for Your Visit to Mount Etna From Catania, you can already see the impressive volcano. On clear days, you can also spot the small plumes of smoke constantly rising from the summit. Etna is an active volcano that frequently erupts, and you should keep this in mind when planning your visit. Etna is not an amusement park but a place where powerful natural forces can come into play suddenly. The summit of the volcano…