Rocca di Cefalù

La Rocca, the stunning cliffs towering above the town of Cefalu, offer an incredible combination of history and scenic vistas. Spend a morning or an afternoon hiking to the summit. On your hike, you'll see an an ancient Greek temple, Byzantine walls, and the ruins of a Norman castle. And throughout you'll be rewarded with astounding views of Cefalu, the Tyrrhenian Sea, and the surrounding area.

Teatro Antico di Taormina

Originally built by the Greeks during the third century B.C., Taormina's Greco-Roman theater was dug into the rock of Mount Tauro. It was later expanded and rebuilt by the Romans. Today, the theater is a fascinating historical site, and it boasts incredible views of Mount Etna to the southwest and the Ioania sea to the east.

Parco Archeologico Neapolis

Remarkable historical site containing an ancient quarry, as well as a Greek theater and a Roman amphitheater. We highly recommend hiring a guide, as someone who can tell you in detail about the sites adds a lot to the experience.

Temple of Apollo, Syracuse

In the heart of Siracusa's charming Oritigia neighborhood lies the ruins of a Greek temple to the god Apollo, dating from the sixth century B.C. Some of the foundation and stairs, as well as much of one wall and a few columns, still stand.