Sicily North Coast Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Zingaro Beach which includes a beach, swimming and a bay or harbour
Il Capo Market which includes markets and street scenes
Greek Temple of Segesta showing a ruin, heritage elements and heritage architecture
Zingaro Beach which includes sailing, snorkelling and boating
Zingaro Beach which includes a bay or harbour, rugged coastline and landscape views

Where to stay in Sicily North Coast

Palermo showing a house and heritage architecture

Palermo Historical Center

Travellers to Palermo Historical Center praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Palermo Harbour and Piazza Pretoria.

Palermo Historical Center
Palermo showing a house and heritage architecture

Centro Storico

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Centro Storico, Palermo Harbour and Via Vittorio Emanuele are top sights worth seeing.

Centro Storico
Via Maqueda which includes street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people

Kalsa

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Historical sites, museums and gardens are some highlights of Kalsa. Make a stop by Palermo Harbour or Regional Gallery while you're exploring.

Kalsa
Default Image

Politeama

While visiting Politeama, you might make a stop by sights like Palermo Harbour and Piazza Ruggero Settimo.

Politeama
Default Image

Castellammare

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Castellammare is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Palermo Harbour and Via Roma.

Castellammare
Default Image

Old Town Cefalù

5/5(6 area reviews)

Unique features of Old Town Cefalù include the historical sites and seaside views. Make a stop by Cefalu Cathedral or Cefalu Beach while you're exploring the area.

Old Town Cefalù
Astoria Palace Hotel

Astoria Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Montepellegrino 62, Palermo, PA
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (990 reviews)
"Great place 30 min from the centre"

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Get rates
Astoria Palace Hotel
Grand Palladium Sicilia Resort & Spa

Grand Palladium Sicilia Resort & Spa

5 out of 5
Viale Himera 7/8 ss 113 Km 204.3, Campofelice di Roccella, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$876 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$876
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star beach property in Campofelice di Roccella. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 4 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (115 reviews)
"It’s your typical all inclusive resort, but I think they do it much better in the Caribbean. Although I’d say that the food was better here."

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Grand Palladium Sicilia Resort & Spa
Rocco Forte Villa Igiea

Rocco Forte Villa Igiea

5 out of 5
Salita Belmonte 43, Palermo, PA
The price is AU$2,322 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$2,322
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and Mondello Beach are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (85 reviews)
"It’s a beautiful property and everyone working there is very friendly and helpful. I hope to go back."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Rocco Forte Villa Igiea
See all 9,560 properties in Sicily North Coast
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
La Marsa Vacances

La Marsa Vacances

4 out of 5
Lungomare Cristoforo Colombo,4801, Palermo, PA
Stay at this 4-star beach residence in Palermo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mondello Beach and Palermo Harbour are ...
7.8/10 Good! (69 reviews)
"Everything was very good , clean and great location"

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

La Marsa Vacances
Petruso Resort

Petruso Resort

3 out of 5
C.da Sicciarotta, Balestrate, PA
Stay at this 3-star spa residence in Balestrate. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions spiaggia Balestrate and Balestrate Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (205 reviews)
"This place is amazing."

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025

Petruso Resort
Residence Hotel Gloria

Residence Hotel Gloria

3 out of 5
Via Enrico Toti 30, Palermo, PA
Stay at this 3-star residence in Palermo. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Palermo Harbour and Quattro ...
7.8/10 Good! (58 reviews)
"L’hôtel à accepter que nous arrivions tard compte tenu de notre heure d’arrivée à l’aéroport. Cependant, aucune indication quand à l’arrivée sans réceptionniste, nous avons patientez dehors sans réponse au téléphone ni à l’interphone, puis quelqu’un a fini par nous ouvrir sans explication et nous ..."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Residence Hotel Gloria
See all properties in Sicily North Coast
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Mondello Beach

Mondello Beach

4/5(9 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Mondello Beach, a popular beach in Mondello. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Mondello Beach
Palermo Harbour

Palermo Harbour

4/5(9 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Borgo Vecchio with a trip to Palermo Harbour. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's bars.

Palermo Harbour
Zingaro Nature Reserve

Zingaro Nature Reserve

4/5(1 review)

You can take time to visit Zingaro Nature Reserve during your travels to San Vito Lo Capo. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Zingaro Nature Reserve
Tonnara of Scopello

Tonnara of Scopello

You can find out about the history of Scopello with a visit to Tonnara of Scopello. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Tonnara of Scopello
Cefalu Beach

Cefalu Beach

4/5(7 reviews)

Nothing says holiday like spending a lazy day at Cefalu Beach, a popular beach in Cefalù. While you're in the area, stroll along the sandy beaches.

Cefalu Beach
Palermo which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

Teatro Massimo

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Teatro Massimo, a theatre with a story to tell in Palermo. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Teatro Massimo

Activities

From Catania: Mount Etna Sunset Tour with Tasting and Cave

From Catania: Mount Etna Sunset Tour with Tasting and Cave

AU$71
per adult
From Catania: Mount Etna Sunset Tour with Tasting and Cave
Mt. Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Catania

Mt. Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Catania

AU$72
per adult
Mt. Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Catania
Mount Etna: Guided Trek 3,000 Meters to the Summit

Mount Etna: Guided Trek 3,000 Meters to the Summit

AU$178
per adult
Mount Etna: Guided Trek 3,000 Meters to the Summit
Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4x4 cable car and Trekking

Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4x4 cable car and Trekking

AU$98
per adult
Etna excursion 3000 meters with 4x4 cable car and Trekking
Taormina: Mount Etna Sunset Tour with Cave Visit and Tasting

Taormina: Mount Etna Sunset Tour with Cave Visit and Tasting

AU$139
per adult
Taormina: Mount Etna Sunset Tour with Cave Visit and Tasting
Mt. Etna Sunset Experience - Breathtaking Adventure from Catania

Mt. Etna Sunset Experience - Breathtaking Adventure from Catania

AU$107
per adult
Mt. Etna Sunset Experience - Breathtaking Adventure from Catania
See all activities in Sicily North Coast

Cities near Sicily North Coast

Palermo showing a house and heritage architecture

Palermo

Trapani featuring farmland, mountains and tranquil scenes

Trapani

Messina featuring street scenes as well as a large group of people

Messina

Photo "Cinisi" by trolvag (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by trolvag (CC BY-SA)

Cinisi