Location: Province of Trapani
Top Things to do in Province of Trapani
10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Province of Trapani That You Shouldn't Miss
Trapani (Italian: Provincia di Trapani, Sicilian: Pruvincia di Tràpani) is a province in the autonomous island region of Sicily in Italy. Its capital is the city of Trapani. It has an area of 2,460 square kilometres (950 sq mi) and a total population of 436,150 (2013). There are 24 comunes (Italian: comuni) in the province (see Comuni of the Province of Trapani).
Restaurants in Province of Trapani
1. Cala Tonnarella dell'Uzzo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 102 reviews
Reviewed By twodogmountain - South Burlington, United States
Was there in late October. Great time. Awesome thunderstorms but we went anyway! Sat in the parking lot and watched the lightning over the water. Everyone left. Storm died down. We hiked down to the cobble and pebble beach. Just us and a young couple from France. Surf was very noisy on the steep beach. Bring your water shoes. The swimming was excellent. Had to leave when storm rolled in again, but treated to double rainbow over the sea on the way back! Definitely worth visiting.You won't forget this place.
2. Museum Of Optical Illusions
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5.0 based on 234 reviews
Reviewed By aoifeo961
Super experience. Fascinating & great fun. Excellent guide and host who speak very good English. . A must doon a visit to Trapani.
3. Tempio di Segesta
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4.5 based on 2,888 reviews
This unfinished fifth-century Doric temple has everything but a roof and an interior, and the huge structure seems unaffected by time. A small theater atop a nearby hill offers visitors a stunning view of green hills and the deep blue hues of the sea below.
Reviewed By M2334NTgaryk - London, United Kingdom
I visited the Segesta Site yesterday the 18th of June 2019. I had read all the whining reviews about the free car park at entrance that drivers were being directed away from, and decided to test this. I drove straight to the front gate of the site carpark. I was stopped by a uniform security guard... This car park at site entrance is for disabled drivers or archaeological site staff and is also the drop off point for the shuttle bus. all the cars parked here have staff or disabled passes displayed on their dashboards. I was then politely directed to the tourist carpark at bottom of hill. The facilities at the car park (toilets etc.) are free and clean. 5 euros to park car, free bus shuttle to (and return) site entrance every 15 mins (prompt) 6 euros per person entrance to the site, the temple is a 250m short walk from entrance, the amphitheatre is a long slog up a winding road, you would be mad not to take the theatre shuttle which is only 1.50 euro a person each way. and again runs back and forth about every 15 mins.. The amphitheatre is fabulous and provides a wonderful view, there are also other fascinating ruins dotted about the hillside. The Temple at the bottom of hill is breath-taking and wonderfully preserved, this area is a must see if you are holidaying local. The site was immaculately clean, there are bins for different variations of rubbish everywhere. The tourist car park, the shuttle and the site were efficiently run and clean, the staff were friendly … using all available shuttles, you can (at a leisurely amble) see everything in under 3 hours. ------- reviewers should check their facts before making false and stupid statements that could affect local’s livelihood! --------------
4. Poggioreale
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4.5 based on 122 reviews
Reviewed By elana25
IL ‘68 CULTURA E SAPORI..."THE '68 CULTURE AND FLAVORS ... Cultural Association " This cultural association arranged a tour of the ruins of Poggioreale, as well as, a tasting of local foods. The group included myself and 7 family members from the United States and members of my family that live near Poggioreale. For 6 of my family members this was the first trip to Sicily. The members of Il ’68 arrived at the meeting point in their vintage Fiat and we followed them to the ruins. An architect and another guide led us on a tour of the ruins – so informative and professionally presented. Then we were delighted to enjoy a tasting of local food with family members under a pavilion very near the entrance to the ruins. After the tasting we were given more information on the devastating earthquake of 1968. This earthquake wreaked havoc on the Belice Valley – the home of my ancestors. Il ’68 presented us with souvenir plaques with various images of our ancestral home, Salaparuta – located very near the ruins for Poggioreale. If you are planning a visit to this area I would highly recommend this cultural association to provide a slice of Sicily that you will always remember. Thank you for making a wonderful day for my family.
5. Cantine Florio
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4.5 based on 1,181 reviews
30 km from Trapani, looking out towards the sea of Marsala, the Florio Wine Cellars fascinate visitors from all over the world with the beauty and tranquillity that reigns between their ancient naves, where Florio’s wines mature in silence. Built in volcanic tuff stone by Vincenzo Florio in 1833, the Florio Cellars invites the visitor to explore its extraordinary atmosphere, here history, architecture, modernity and design blend to offer a journey in an exclusive and astonishing world that thrills even the most expert wine-tourist. A new way of conceiving the wine cellars’ functions also means that this is no longer only the birthplace of unique wines like Florio’s Marsalas, Passitos and Liqueurs, but also welcomes visitors to conferences, exhibitions and tasting events. The magnificent barrel chambers, the two innovative Experiential Tasting Rooms, the spectacular Terrazza Florio and the elegant Wine Shop are all waiting for you, to offer you an unforgettably experience...
Reviewed By corinne292 - Geneva, Switzerland
In 1773, a shipwreck forced an English merchant called John Woodhouse to land at Marsala. Business dismissed the tempest : he sent 52 pipes (i.e. around 20.000 l.) of wine to Liverpool, adding some more alcohol to the barrels, well aware of the English sweet tooth for madera, sherry or port. Vincenzo Florio was the first Italian to try his luck, so well that his family was later invited to Queen Victoria's funeral. All that and much more told by an incredibly energetic 38 yr young Italian lady, both charming and ruthless. She knows... Impressive winery tour, with a final degustation of four different wines & more in small bowls (15€) and a dazzling boutique.
6. Riserva Naturale dello Zingaro
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4.5 based on 5,397 reviews
Reviewed By V8981UNdanm - Tel Aviv, Israel
In this part of Sicily, this Reserve is definitely a place you must see. One of the reason being that Tonnara di Scopello has become a too expensive place for what it offers (just looking at the location of the last the scene of Ocean 12 is not worth 8 euros per person). You can visit this reserve by walking all the way from the Southern Entrance till the Northern one (or the other way around) and this will take you more than 3 hours, depending on your fitness and pace. You can also simply reach the closest beach from the chosen entrance, whether Southern or Northern, which will be much shorter and therefore easier. Especially in Summer when the heat between 10am and 4pm might be too high and even dangerous if you do the walk without a hat, sun screen and especially 2 liters of water at least (good walking shoes are also required of course). I'd recommend strongly, if you're not fit enough, getting from the Southern entrance and walk 20 minutes till Cala Capreria which is literally a hidden gem. Just check the weather before to enjoy the incredible blue shades of the sea, and try to avoid weekends, otherwise it'll be overcrowded. On the other side of the North-West part of Sicily you'll have Erice which is also really worth your time. These 2 attractions should not be missed.
7. Museo del Satiro Danzante
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4.5 based on 1,063 reviews
Reviewed By DSBAA
Watch the film and learn how the Dancing Satyr was pulled from the bottom of the sea....and restored. It's an amazing story and beautiful sculpture.
8. Cantine Pellegrino
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4.5 based on 199 reviews
Reviewed By Nathaniel86 - Florida, United States
We called at the last minute and were told that the tours were full...2 am tours and 2 pm tours and further that all of the tours were in Italian as now in August 2020 due to COVID travel difficulties most of the visitors are Italian. We were politely told that we could stop by and do a tasting in the lobby/shop but no tour. When we got there we started speaking to Noemie, a sommelier on staff. She ended up liking us I suppose and she conducted a private tour in English which was fantastic. Beautiful premises and in an hour we learned about the history of Marsala wines, saw the beautiful rooms with the stored barrels and did a tasting of 5 wines. 3 sweet pulled from the barrel directly in front of us (a first for me) and then two more wines a Grillo white and a Zibibbo (a rare grape also known as Muscat of Alexandria). Friendly and great value and I highly recommend this visit.
9. Riserva Naturale Orientata Monte Cofano
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4.5 based on 403 reviews
Reviewed By LA_Author15 - Sesto San Giovanni, Italy
If you love mountain walks, you must visit this nature reserve. The paths that cross Mount Cofàno, bringing you from one side to the other, will give you wonderful views. You can spend hours walking in the peaceful and regenerating silence of nature and you can see the Tonnara Tower, a piece of history. An experience that I did alone, walking for over 4 hours: unforgettable.
10. Funierice - Erice Cableway
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4.5 based on 6,110 reviews
The cable Car linking the city of Trapani to the medieval village of Erice Capital through their respective terminals, along a 3099-meters slant height, on the same path as the old cable Car that was operated between the 1950s and the 1970s. The plant is equipped with night lighting to be operated in the dark as well as with special cabins for people with disabilities and for bikes. Tour View with no stop boarding, 42 cabins for 8 people each and 12 minutes drive. Two Automatic Parking Areas with cameras at the exclusive service for the users of the cable car FOR ONLY € 1,50 FOR FIRST THREE HOURS. ATTENTION TO THE UNAUTHORIZED PARKING MEN ASK UNTIL € 5/€ 10 FOR CAR.
Reviewed By CH19732014 - Denver, United States
The Funiculare provided us with an excellent way to visit Erice from Trapani w/out having the typical parking problems (there is plenty parking space at the base); the views are amazing. While each cabin seats 8, I would say that 6 fit comfortably; no waiting line at all, it runs for long hours.
