Lonely PlanetAug 13, 2026
Sicily vs Sardinia: which Italian island should you escape to?
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- Isola BellaSightChic island destination.
- Elsewhere
- Via del SalTrailSicily, ItalyLearn to harvest salt along this route.
- SegestaSightSicily, ItalyMajestic Greek-temple ruins.
- TaorminaNeighborhoodSicily, ItalyGlitzy town known for baroque beauty.
- NotoNeighborhoodSicily, ItalyBaroque beauty.
- CefalùNeighborhoodSicily, ItalySeaside town with cinematic sands and old town.
- Capo CefalùSightSicily, ItalySnorkel off sun-scorched rocks with locals.
- Riserva Naturale dello ZingaroNature reserveSicily, ItalyUncover tiny pebble coves cradling emerald waters.
- Capo MilazzoSightSicily, ItalyClamber across rocks to natural swimming pool.
- Riserva Naturale di Torre SalsaSightSicily, ItalyWild and windswept seashore on Mediterranean coast.
- EtnaSightSicily, ItalyExplosive peak, snow caps in winter.
- Wine TrainPlaceSicily, ItalyChance to eyeball Mt Etna.
- StromboliSightSicily, ItalySpectacular nightly fireworks on back-to-basics island.
- Hotel Villaggio StromboliHotelStromboli, ItalyWatch rooftop movies beneath the stars.
- Il CannetoRestaurantStromboli, ItalyBuzzy spot for breakfast and aperitivo.
- L’Angolo del PesceRestaurantStromboli, ItalyAfter-dark hotspot for raw fish.
- PanareaNeighborhoodSicily, ItalyManicured island with insanely chic vibe.
- Bridge AmmareRestaurantPanarea, ItalyDrink cocktails overlooking Baia Zimmari.
- Baia ZimmariSightPanarea, ItalyBay with chic vibe.
- SelinunteAttractionSicily, ItalyGreek temple ruins.
- SyracuseSightSicily, ItalyAncient theater for classical tragedies.
- Madonie mountainsTrailSicily, Italy
- EgadiPlaceSicily, Italy
- AeolianPlaceSicily, Italy
