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Condé Nast TravelerJan 10

17 Best Things to Do in Sicily, the Melting Pot of the Mediterranean

From the remnants of ancient civilizations to the sweet-smelling street food spots to know about, these are the best things to do in Sicily.

Reimagined Palmento smothered in citrus trees.

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Zash Country Boutique Hotel and SpaHotelReimagined Palmento smothered in citrus trees.
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Caffè SiciliaRestaurantNoto, ItalyLegendary coffee spot for Sicilian coffee pilgrimages.
Antica Dolceria BonajutoRestaurantModica, ItalySicily’s oldest chocolate factory, offering dark, rich chocolate.
Scala dei TurchiSightRealmonte, ItalyGeological head-turner with rippled formation and moonscape appeal.
Aeolian IslandsNeighborhoodLipari, ItalyEvocative, volcanic islands off the northeast coast.
Aggean IslandsNeighborhoodPalermo, ItalyIslands with pebbled beaches and impossibly blue plunge spots.
La Foresteria PlanetaHotelMenfi, ItalyStay near Menfi for rigorous wine assessment.
Monaci Delle Terre NereHotelRandazzo, ItalyReimagined aristocratic villa and winery at Mount Etna's foot.
Rifugio SapienzaPlaceNicolosi, ItalyBase for hiring guides to hike Mount Etna's southern side.
Palazzo PreviteraHotelLinguaglossa, ItalyGuesthouse retaining unkempt charm with wrought iron beds.
Corso Umberto INeighborhoodTaormina, ItalyStreet thrumming with boutiques, gelaterias, and cafés.
Greek amphitheaterSightTaormina, ItalyFamous second-century amphitheater with stunning views.
Belmond Hotel Grand TimeoHotelTaormina, ItalyHotel with glowy lanterns and smooth balustrade terraces.
Belmond Villa San’t AndreaHotelTaormina, ItalySister hotel offering country club-style beach set-up.
SampiereNeighborhoodIspica, Italy
Lungomare di CefalùNeighborhoodCefalù, Italy
Barone di VillagrandePlaceMilo, Italy
Benanti wineryPlaceViagrande, Italy
Mount EtnaSightCatania, Italy

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17 Best Things to Do in Sicily, the Melting Pot of the Mediterranean