Top Things to do in Isola di Favignana
- 1. Ex Stabilimento Florio delle Tonnare di Favignana e Formica
- 2. Visita alle grotte di Favignana con le barche dei pescatori
- 3. Grotte bue marino
- 4. Cala Rossa
- 5. Egadilandia
- 6. Cala Rotonda (Arco di Ulisse)
- 7. Villa Margherita Giardini Ipogei
- 8. Lido Burrone
- 9. Castello di Santa Caterina
- 10. Casa Museo Matteo Sercia
10 Things to Do in Isola di Favignana That You Shouldn't Miss
Butterfly-shaped Favignana is a lovely destination for divers and beach lovers. Climb aboard the adorable Egadilandia, a tourist train that chugs along the island’s main streets and coastlines. Don’t miss the Ex Stabilimento Florio (a tuna canning factory turned museum), the challenging hike to the hilltop ruins of the Castello di Santa Caterina and snuggling up with your soul mate at the Lover’s Grotto.
Restaurants in Isola di Favignana
1. Ex Stabilimento Florio delle Tonnare di Favignana e Formica
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By pilastri10 - Florence, Italy
I would .definitely recommend this tour of the Tonnara Florio, which explains the story of this revered family. Francesca made it more interesting with her passion for story telling of the great tuna fishing period of years gone by. The only thing I could have done without was the short movie....all in all, a pleasant afternoon!
2. Visita alle grotte di Favignana con le barche dei pescatori
Overall Ratings
5 based on 158 reviews
Reviewed By FirasES
An old fisherman took us in his little old boat around the harbor, the tuna fabric and boat depots as well as into 2 grottoes. He was a pleasant man (speaks only Italian, so we had to guess what he was saying). I looked at the simple little boat first with concern but all turned out to be nice. The tour cost us 10€ per person and such a boat can take 2 maybe 3 persons maximally.
3. Grotte bue marino
Overall Ratings
5 based on 758 reviews
Reviewed By David D - Rome, Italy
This place reminds me of something from Indiana Jones. It has many areas cut into the rock that look like abandoned temples, but I believe are just areas left over from where they have removed the rock for building materials. It's a great place to jump into the water, which is spectacular.
4. Cala Rossa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By sakaenakano - New York City, New York
I took a Line 3 bus and walked to the beach. Wow that was very beautiful view. But I couldn't swim. I was stepping on rocks to try to get closer to blue water. I still couldn't reach. Then I got into the water. I felt it was already deep. Since I'm not good at swimming. I got scared to swim. Disappointing. But it was still breathtaking view. Taking beach shoes with you like everybody else said. Lido Burrone wsn't beautiful. maybe you can try Cala Azzura. I forgot about it.
5. Egadilandia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 189 reviews
Tourist train which goes around the island of Favignana with a great informative commentary in Italian. Excellent! Only 8 euros for one and a half hours. Highly recommended.
Reviewed By Ray V - Malta
The three Egadi Islands, Favignana, Levanzo and Marettimo, in the north-western tip of Sicily, are the stuff of old mariner’s chronicles. Time has stood still here and the impressions of the Islands couldn’t have changed all that much since the days when seafaring in the Mediterranean was more intrepid. Today the Islands can easily be reached from the Mainland harbour of Trapani, by sea-craft which could ply the stretch of sea in minutes flat or by boats which take the trip a bit more leisurely on day excursions. On a lovely summer’s day with a breeze and a gentle swell, the sea-crossing couldn’t be more inviting. Steady as she goes to Favignana.
Favignana is the biggest of the Islands with a sizeable community and settlements. It flourishes on the fishing of tuna and swordfish as one could see from most of the trading outlets on the island. The quaint eating places, with sunny tables on the outside, are very tempting, especially when the historical centre of Favignana is mostly a pedestrian area where only passers-by can mill around you.
As is to be expected even the spaghetti is served with tuna egg-slivers, sprinkled with virgin oil and garnished with fresh tomatoes, parsley, garlic and basil. Naturally one can find a variety of dishes on typically Mediterranean themes accompanied by local wine and other local delights for afters. The locals would indulge in the same fare.
The main square with the typical island church is surrounded by old shops; green grocers, fruiterers, village grocers and bakeries, and a lot of bicycles. It is lovely to bike around the streets and it is the basic means of getting from place to place.
Swimming in the sea around Favignana is out of this world. The crystal blue waters are still unspoilt as is the rugged landscape. Taking a dip off the shore, in the bay, or off a boat in Cala Rossa is just an experience not to be forgotten.
Levanzo is quite a tiny island with just a quay for a harbour but is none the less attractive. There is a comfortable bar where one could sit for refreshment or perhaps an ice-cream. For the more curious, Levanzo boasts of interesting cave paintings in la grotta di Cala del Genovese which is not easily accessible at all but rewarding for all those who manage to get there. The painted figures would be about 12,000 years old and archeologically significant. The limpid blue waters around Levanzo simply call you for a dip if only the skipper on your boat would allow it.
Marettimo is the furthest of the Islands and would take a further hour to reach by boat. Day excursions do not often include this island which also has the reputation of being somewhat exclusive. Any accommodation would be in a cluster of small tenements or hotel farmhouses of which I did not have direct experience.
The rugged climbs uphill provide breath taking views over the sea. The Wilderness also hides numerous caves and secluded pebble Beaches.
An experienced sailor of these waters would be glad to relate tales of the sea while heading his boat into the wind.
6. Cala Rotonda (Arco di Ulisse)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 260 reviews
Reviewed By Magellano81 - Tortona, Italy
During the days of strong wind of Libeccio this beach called Cala Rotonda is one of the few Beaches along with Cala Rossa to maintain a calm sea. That day I visited this beautiful place, far from the town and can be reached with the help of bicycle or scooter. I spent an hour here in totally relax, rocky beach with pebbles but the water clean and crystal clear sea.
7. Villa Margherita Giardini Ipogei
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 130 reviews
Reviewed By Leonardo I - Istanbul, Turkey
This "secrete" garden is full of charm, history and surprises. I was on a guided tour with a small group and we all marveled at the beauty and originality of the property. One can easily tell that much effort has been put in by the owner to make the place what it is today.
The story behind the garden is indeed fascinating! Even more fascinating is how well maintained the wide variety of plants are. If you visit, it will be extremely beneficial to listen to the guide because she provides very valuable information, she helps put the beauty of the property into context and one can appreciate it even more.
Make sure to hear comfortable shoes because t is a bit of a hike going down into the caves.
8. Lido Burrone
Overall Ratings
4 based on 649 reviews
Reviewed By JARAN - Chicago, Illinois
Nice beach, beautiful, clear water, and nice large umbrellas and lounge chairs to take a break from the sun. Our group rented 4 chairs and an umbrella for the day for 25 Euros. I think this is the only beach on the island with umbrellas/chairs for rent right near the water. The bar/restaurant was nice and convenient. The bathroom doors are coin operated so make sure you have some 50 cent pieces available.
Our group rented mountain bikes with "pedal assist" (electric bikes). Awesome, inexpensive way to get around the island. (10 euros/day for the bike). The island has hilly/rocky areas with primitive roads. I wouldn't choose regular bikes.
9. Castello di Santa Caterina
Overall Ratings
4 based on 335 reviews
10. Casa Museo Matteo Sercia
Overall Ratings
5 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By viam-animae
There is more than meets the eye in this museum packed with dedication and passion for this wonderful collection of sea shells, crustaceans and many other types of marine creatures which where completely unkown to me until Mr Gabriele Sercia was so kind in explaining every question we had with an expression of passion which is indescribably.
It is a must if you are on this island, and if you are not , well then make an excuse and go :)
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