Which side of Sicily has the best beaches?

The coasts of South Eastern Sicily offer mostly kilometer-long beaches and endless bays, often accompanied by picturesque dunes and pine forests. The color of the sea, clear and clean, is a blue at times almost Caribbean blue and is therefore perfect also for families traveling with children.



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The east coast Ionian Riviera has some of Sicily's most picturesque pebbly and sandy beaches including those of Isola Bella, Mazzarò, Giardini Naxos and Letojanni (below Taormina).

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Given the distances to be traveled, short-term visitors to Sicily might prefer to stick to either side of the Island – not me. There is no right or wrong, but it's the east coast home to Mount Etna, the tallest active volcano in Europe, the second most active on earth, and the Island's most prominent landmark.

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Summer in Sicily On Sicily's drier, hotter west coast, summer-strong Scirocco winds sometimes blow in from North Africa and can quickly ruin a day at the beach. The northern and eastern coasts of the island see less wind but are still hot and dry in the summer.

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  • Best areas in Sicily.
  • Taormina – where to stay for luxury & beautiful surroundings ??
  • Cefalú – best area to stay for families ???
  • Catania – exciting city with beach close to Etna ??
  • Palermo – stay in Sicily's vibrant capital (near the best beach in Sicily)
  • Syracuse – stay in a city with many historical attractions.


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Palermo's coastline features some of the most beautiful beaches in Sicily, including Mondello Beach. Catania's coastline is known for its stunning cliffs and bays, with several beaches like Playa di Catania that offer excellent swimming and snorkeling opportunities.

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The Aeolian Islands The Aeolian Islands lie off Sicily's northern coast and tend to be favored by Italian visitors, but persevere with the logistics and your reward will be great. The water here is crystal clear and perfect for swimming.

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The Amalfi Coast is a great place to relax on the beach, enjoy fine dining and high-end shopping, and take in beautiful scenery. Travelers looking for more culture and history should opt to visit Sicily for their vacation.

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Antonio Carnazza, a license partner with Engel & Völkers for eastern Sicily, says properties in Sicily's prime markets can get up to $738 a square foot. He cites Taormina as the most expensive area, along with the Aeolian Island of Panarea off the northern coast.

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Enna. Enna in one of Sicily's best-kept secrets. The city, which lies in central Sicily, is rarely visited by tourists, as most prefer to focus on the coastline or larger towns. It's a truly wonderful setting, situated 3083 feet above sea level and filled with rolling green hills and tiny clusters of houses.

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CALA ROSSA Cala Rossa is found on the island of Favignana, which is just a short ferry ride away from the city of Trapani. It's well worth making the crossing, to explore this scenic island and to experience the bluest waters in Sicily.

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Both islands boast some of the best beaches in the Mediterranean. If you're looking for clear waters and soft white sand, you'll find plenty of options on both Sicily and Sardinia. What is this? However, Sardinia's beaches tend to be quieter and more secluded than those on Sicily.

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On the south coast of Sardinia, not far from Cagliari, Chia Beach is regarded by many as the best beach in Italy. Backed by sand dunes and juniper trees, the beach is sheltered from wind and popular with locals and surfers alike. The waters here are an incredible shade of turquoise and the sand is golden.

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We start with the pink beach in Marsala, Sicily. The area is very popular with Sicilians and non-Sicilians alike, especially those who love trekking. We are in the vicinity of the Salina di Marsala and, to tell the truth, here we should speak of pink sea rather than beach.

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Island of Budelli. Unique in the world for the unlikely colour of its sand, located in the far North of Sardinia, near the Strait of Bonifacio. The pink beach of the Island of Budelli. Situated in Cala di Roto, which is on the south-eastern side of Budelli Island, the beach glows its special rosy hue.

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Although Taormina and Palermo are popular destinations, Palermo has more sights and attractions for tourists. Palermo is very popular for its scuba diving & snorkeling, beaches, shopping, and big city activities, while Taormina attracts visitors for its resorts, small town charm, and impressive beauty.

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Sicily can be almost considered a luxury vacation spot if you stay in famous towns like Taormina, however, outside of that, you can have a really wonderful trip on a tight budget.

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The best time to visit Sicily is from May to June or September to October. These late spring and early fall months offer hospitable temperatures in the 70s and low 80s, which are ideal for temple gazing, beach lazing or hiking. These are both considered shoulder seasons, and you may be able to score some discounts.

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