Sicily Honeymoon

Savour a honeymoon or romantic getaway in Sicily – the largest island in the Mediterranean, home to the ancient Greek city at Siracusa and the Valley of the Temples at Agrigento, as well as Mount Etna (3329m), Europe's tallest active volcano.

Things to do and see
In Palermo, discover an architectural legacy of Arab domes, Norman cathedrals and baroque facades. Wander the heart of the La Kalsa Old Quarter, browse a treasure trove of archaeological artifacts at the Museo Archeologico Regionale, marvel at the amazing stuccos at the Chiesa di Santa Cita and walk among the dead in the dimly lit subterranean corridors of the Catacombe dei Cappuccini, a collection of 8000 embalmed bodies.

Visit the Valley of the Temples at Agrigento, one of the most captivating, largest and best-preserved ancient Greek temples outside of Greece itself. Stroll past a series of Doric temples including the Temple of Concordia and the Temple of Olympian Zeus, with views over the city and sea.

Elsewhere, watch a Greek tragedy in Taormina's rock-hewn amphitheatre and walk through the cloisters of the 11th century Cathedral of Monreale to sample Sicily’s rich mix of Arab, Norman and Byzantine history. Or examine a complex display of world famous mosaics displaying nymphs, Roman sports and hints of eroticism at the Villa Romana del Casale.

During summer, hike through a diverse landscape in the Etna Regional Park; if you’re lucky, you may get to see bubbling lava inside one of the four calderas. Go skiing there in winter.

Accommodation
Choose from a selection of Sicily hotels . . .

Best time to visit Sicily?
The best time for a Sicily honeymoon is from April to June and late September to October when temperatures are still warm and the crowds are not quite so intense.

Summer, from June to September, offers clear sunny skies with an average high of 25°C in June climbing to 29°C in July and August before falling to 26°C in September.For more climate info: Sicily Weather Guide

Location – Sicily lies off the southern tip of Italy and is separated from the mainland region of Calabria by the 5km-wide Straits of Messina.

Getting there – The most convenient route is to fly from Rome into Palermo, in the north of the island, or Catania, located on the east coast. You can also fly direct from London and New York. How to get to Sicily . . .