Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Children's Highlights
Food & Drink
Gelato
Kids love the local ice cream, especially for breakfast, when ice cream is served in a sweet bun!
Granita
There's nothing more refreshing (and yummy) than this crushed-ice drink on a hot day.
In & On the Water
Visiting a sea cave
Visit Filicudi's spectacular Grotta del Bue Marino by boat.
Snorkelling and diving
Water-loving families and older kids and teenagers can snorkel and dive to their heart's desire at
Ustica.
The Outdoors
Volcano climbing #1
A glance at the glowing insides of Stromboli (
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) volcano on a night climb should put a
smile on any teenager's face.
Volcano climbing #2
Follow the pongy path to the steaming crater of Fossa di Vulcano (
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).
Castles
Storm the ramparts of Norman castles across the island
Cable Car to Erice
Take the kids on a steep ride to the hilltop town of Erice (
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).
The Arts
Farm Cultural Park
Teenagers will love the edgy art kasbah (
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)
in Favara, and little ones can run around the
many installations.
Puppet theatre
Watch brave knights defeat evil monsters in a traditional puppet play in Palermo, Acireale (
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)
or
Syracuse's Teatro dei Pupi (
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)
.
Sicilian Culture
Farm stays
Enjoy animals, swimming pools and lots of space while staying in an agriturismo.
Passeggiata
Search out carousels, cafes and convivial company of every age during the evening stroll.
