10 Things to do in Cefalu That You Shouldn't Miss

April 2, 2022 Agatha Simes

Discover the best top things to do in Cefalu, Italy including Duomo di Cefalu, Rocca di Cefalu, Cefalu Coast, Santuario Gibilmanna, Spiaggia Caldura, Lungomare Cristoforo Colombo, Piazza del Duomo, Porta Pescara, Acqua Verde, Lavatoio Medievale.
Restaurants in Cefalu

1. Duomo di Cefalu

Piazza del Duomo, 90015, Cefalu, Sicily Italy +39 0921 926366 [email protected] http://duomocefalu.it
Excellent
60%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 3,291 reviews

Duomo di Cefalu

An amazing trip in the Beauty! Visit the Cathedral, explore the Itinerary with the Towers, the Roofs, the Treasure and the Canonical Cloister! Live the Beauty! • VISIT ITINERARIES ARE TEMPORARILY CLOSED •

Reviewed By SallyF906 - Northampton, United Kingdom

Situated at the top of the Piazza Duomo, the cathedral was built in 1131 by King Roger II after he was saved from a storm at sea and safely landed in Cefalu. It is built in complex architectural style - Norman but carried out by Arab and Byzantine craftsmen. The facade is flanked by two large bell towers which can now be visited for a small fee - something I wish we had done. Entrance to the cathedral is free but you can also pay to get closer to the mosaics and to visit the cloister - worth the money. The entrance doorway is within three arches at the top of a flight of stone steps. The interior has 3 naves separated by columns made of granite and marble. The wooden ceiling has painted beams with an Islamic influence. High up in the apse is the most famous feature - the Byzantine mosaic Christ Pantocrator - this is stunning and definitely worth paying a few euros to get a more close up view. This work predates the mosaics in Monreale cathedral by 20 to 30 years. Surrounding this are mosaics of the Virgin Mary, Archangels and Apostles. You can now also visit the recently restored cloisters and you pass through several rooms before you reach this which are full of interesting paintings and religious artefacts.

2. Rocca di Cefalu

Via Pitre', 90015, Cefalu, Sicily Italy
Excellent
63%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
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1%
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4.5 based on 1,626 reviews

Rocca di Cefalu

Reviewed By stempster - Potomac, United States

A great hike up La Rocca from Cefalu leads to an old walled compound with a Temple and ancient cistern along the way. Strenuous, especially on a warm day (no hiding from the sun), so hydrate. But the payoff at the top is fantastic views. A must do activity when in Cefalu.

3. Cefalu Coast

Cefalu, Sicily Italy +39 329 706 1832 http://www.cefalu-sicily.it/english/foto.htm
Excellent
64%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
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4.5 based on 2,351 reviews

Cefalu Coast

Reviewed By 346ah - London, United Kingdom

Having visited Palermo, Trapani, Agrigento, Ortigia and Taormina, I have to say our last stop at Cefalu ultimately had it all. Lovely clean beach, clear water with few waves (ideal for little kids), charming streets and nice restaurants. Every other place excelled in one way or another, but Cefalu ticked all the boxes. Ideal even for a long weekend.

4. Santuario Gibilmanna

Gibilmanna, Cefalu, Sicily Italy +39 0921 421835
Excellent
51%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
2%
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4.5 based on 287 reviews

Santuario Gibilmanna

5. Spiaggia Caldura

Contrada Caldura, Cefalu, Sicily Italy http://www.cefalu.it/?action=_menuView&menu=guide&page=le-spiagge&lang=it
Excellent
50%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
1%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 119 reviews

Spiaggia Caldura

6. Lungomare Cristoforo Colombo

Lungomare Cristoforo Colombo, 90015, Cefalu, Sicily Italy
Excellent
49%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
8%
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4.5 based on 77 reviews

Lungomare Cristoforo Colombo

Reviewed By Jazzumbo - Campulung, Romania

Historical buildings reflected in the turquoise sea, the majestic Duomo, popping out in the background above all the rooftops and the massive cliff La Rocca, dominating the entire landscape. This is what you can see while walking along the Lungomare Cristoforo Colombo, between the narrow sandy beach on one side and the bars and restaurants lined up on the other side. The only con might be the beach-rugs vendors, which hang their fabrics all around, trying to catch some customers. However, it's a picturesque place to walk around before sunset.

7. Piazza del Duomo

Piazza del Duomo, Cefalu, Sicily Italy +39 0921 421164
Excellent
43%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
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4.5 based on 176 reviews

Piazza del Duomo

Reviewed By johnvM4862TP - New York City, United States

After visiting the Duomo in Cefalu', the Piazza is the place to take in and enjoy the scenery around the area. Enjoy a Cannolli and Espresso or if you're ready to dine, there are locations nearby.

8. Porta Pescara

Via Vittorio Emanuele, Cefalu, Sicily Italy
Excellent
42%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
2%
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4.5 based on 145 reviews

Porta Pescara

Reviewed By MicheleW_13

We just fancied a dip in the Med as a way to cool off from the travel and walking around the attractions This was a fairly packed but convivial beachfront next to the breakwater which sheltered it from the sea breeze and any big swell After our dip in the sea there was a fresh water shower to get cleaned off before heading for something to eat Sea was clean and warm. Swell gentle and easily accessible to waist height for those not strong at swimming

9. Acqua Verde

Via dell'Imprenditoria, 90015, Cefalu, Sicily Italy +39 0921 931563 [email protected] http://www.acquaverdecefalu.it/it/
Excellent
48%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
7%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 536 reviews

Acqua Verde

Acqua park is open from mid-June to mid- September, while the SPA is open from April to the end of October.

10. Lavatoio Medievale

Via Vittorio Emanuele, 90015, Cefalu, Sicily Italy https://www.cefalu.website/en/what-to-visit/lavatoio-medievale/itm/161/
Excellent
37%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
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4.0 based on 1,113 reviews

Lavatoio Medievale

Reviewed By paullegate - St Ives, United Kingdom

Along Via Vittorio Emanuele is an entrance that leads to a set of stone steps which cascade down to the Lavatoio Medievale. The medieval wash house was built over the River Cefalino and was used until relatively recent times, it was completely restored in 1991. The original was closer to the sea but was demolished in 1514. Lavatoio Medievale is an incredible sight and I was glad that I discovered the place when I was in Cefalù in July 2020.

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