What to do and see in Province of Agrigento, Sicily: The Best Things to do Good for Kids

February 25, 2022 Weston Hennigan

The Province of Agrigento (Italian: Provincia di Agrigento; Sicilian: Pruvincia di Girgenti) is a province in the autonomous island region of Sicily in Italy, situated on its south-western coast. It has an area of 3,041.90 square kilometres (1,174.48 sq mi), and a total population of 474,493. There are 43 comunes (Italian: comuni) in the province.
Restaurants in Province of Agrigento

1. Tempio della Concordia

Parco Archeologico della Valle dei Templi, 92100, Agrigento, Sicily Italy +39 0922 192 0283 http://www.parcodeitempli.net/
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5.0 based on 2,544 reviews

Tempio della Concordia

Built in 430 BC, this is one of the best-preserved Greek Temples located outside of Greece.

Reviewed By VadimM67 - Murmansk, Russia

The name of the temple we owe it due to one of the first Sicilian historians Tommaso Fazello. However, to whom this temple was actually dedicated, we don`t know until now. The sad state of the neighbors in the valley suggests that the temple of Concordia had to go through a lot to remain in the beautiful form as it is now. Along with the Parthenon, it is the best-preserved Doric temple in the world. It was necessary to survive the capture of Acragas by the Carthaginians in 406, the first and second Punic wars in the third century BC, the barbarian invasions in the fifth century AD, and the endless wars in Sicily in the middle ages. And, finally, it was necessary to protect themselves from the locals, who pulled apart almost all of ancient Rome. They were more danderous for antique temple than the barbarians. Concordia was lucky here. It was called the Church and it protected from encroachments of fans to get hold of antique building materials. Exactly the same saved the Pantheon in Rome. The Concordia temple is beautiful. From all sides. At any time of the day. In the evening, it is illuminated, but I didn`t go here a second time.

2. Museo del Giocattolo Sciacca

Via Fratelli Argento 15d, 92019, Sciacca, Sicily Italy +39 335 844 4230 [email protected] http://www.museodelgiocattolosciacca.it
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5.0 based on 197 reviews

Museo del Giocattolo Sciacca

3. Casa Museo del Sapone

Via Cartabubbo 30, 92019, Sciacca, Sicily Italy +39 349 608 7713 [email protected] https://www.casamuseodelsapone.it/en/home-3/
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Casa Museo del Sapone

A soap museum dedicated to the history and science of soap. The museum is an old, restored 19th century building with high ceilings and original stonework. On display, are two old presses and other agricultural tools, typical of South West Sicily. The inspiration to open a soap museum, comes from our experience in making and producing soap and natural cosmetics. We would like to share our passion and knowledge about the history, science and technicalities of soap making, to eveyone interested in learning more about this essential product, which started to be produced in 2800 B.C. All the visits to the museum are guided tours, and at the end of your visit you will have the chance to try our products. We are open ONLY with a reservation, and you may book a tour online or by calling us.

4. Spiaggia della Rocca di San Nicola

Localita Rocca San Nicola, Licata, Sicily Italy
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5.0 based on 13 reviews

Spiaggia della Rocca di San Nicola

5. Amodeo's Farm - Olive Oil Producers in Sicily

Contrada Piana, 92010 Montevago, Sicily Italy +39 338 946 5597 [email protected] http://www.amodeosfarm.com
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Amodeo's Farm - Olive Oil Producers in Sicily

Olive Oil Experience ... Reception in our old country house of '68 with exposure of old things and equipments. Visit olive grove and harvesting technique Guided olive oil tasting Visit Frantoio. Visit to the ruins of Montevago and old center promenade. Breakfast, lunch, and Typical products tastings ... ricotta, Pane cunzatu, olives, cheese, etc...

Reviewed By cklavigne

We had a wonderful time at Amodeo's Farm and highly recommend booking this activity! We were greeted at our car by the two sweetest pups and from there Frank welcomed us as if we were his own family. Frank taught us so much about the olive oil process - from growing the trees, picking the olives, actually making the oil, and finally to tasting the many different flavors of the olive oil. Gina was an amazing cook and we can safely say we've never eaten so much food in one sitting and it was all delicious! Thank you Frank and Gina! This was truly a unique experience that we'll never forget.

6. Valle dei Templi

Piazza Archeologica 1 Via Panoramica Dei Templi, 92100, Agrigento, Sicily Italy +39 0922 621657 http://www.parcovalledeitempli.it/
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Valle dei Templi

This region is one of the most important archeological sites in the world with many great temples such as Hera (Juno,) Lacinia, Concordia, Heracles (Hercules) and Olympian Zeus (Jupiter,) all dramatically perched along a long rocky scarp.

Reviewed By alikarim - Dallas, United States

This is an extremely well preserved set of ancient Greek temples that you can visit over a mile long walk. Best thing to do is to park yoru car at the bottom of the valley; at the exit of the site. Then take a local taxi (3 Euros/person) to the top of the site, the main entrance, where fro about an entrance fee of $13.50; you can start at the top temple and walk leisurely down to the bottom sites, exploding multiple temples and ruins in great shape. Lots of tourists here, but well worth the visit. It will take several hours to complete this, so plan for a min half day here. A must do in Sicily.

7. Museo Archeologico Regionale di Agrigento

Contrada San Nicola, 12, Agrigento, Sicily Italy +39 0922 401565 [email protected] http://www.beniculturali.it/mibac/opencms/MiBAC/sito-MiBAC/MenuPrincipale/LuoghiDellaCultura/Ricerca/index.html?action=show&idluogo=103997
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Museo Archeologico Regionale di Agrigento

Museum that features Phoenician, Greek, Etruscan, Carthaginian and Roman remains, including impressive sculptures from the Selinunte archeological area.

Reviewed By Kitzwilly - Larchmont, United States

Fabulous collection of Greek pottery, clay deity offerings, an original, huge Hercules statue, and depictions of how temples could have looked, added to the story of the temples and the town.

8. Scala dei Turchi

92010, Realmonte, Sicily Italy +39 338 131 2047 [email protected] http://www.ferien-italien.com
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Scala dei Turchi

Scala dei Turchi Scala dei Turchi La Scala dei Turchi seen from the beach State Italy Italy Region Sicily Sicily City Realmonte Mass of Mediterranean water Coordinates 37 ° 17'23.92 "N 13 ° 28'21.95" ECoordinate: 37 ° 17'23.92 "N 13 ° 28'21.95" E (Map) Location map Location Map: Sicily IslandScala dei TurchiScala dei Turchi La Scala dei Turchi is a rocky wall (cliff) that rises above the sea along the coast of Realmonte, in the province of Agrigento. It has become over time a tourist attraction both for the singularity of the cliff, white in color and the peculiar shapes, and following the popularity acquired by novels starring the commissioner Montalbano written by the writer empedoclino Andrea Camilleri, in which such places are cited country commissioner, to be framed with Porto Empedocle..

Reviewed By GcRedaelli - Dublin, Ireland

When you walk on Scala dei Turchi you think for a moment that you are Arizona or in Iceland... all so white marble rock rich of geological signs where the water arrived in the different period, really breathtaking also a bit dangerous... pay attention when you walk all around! Best timing very early in the morning to avoid people or late afternoon to admire the sunset! Highly recommended!

9. Riserva Naturale Orientata Torre Salsa

Via Roma 156/D, 92010 Siculiana, Sicily Italy +39 0922 818220 http://www.wwftorresalsa.com/
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4.5 based on 771 reviews

Riserva Naturale Orientata Torre Salsa

Reviewed By becs2409 - Newmarket, United Kingdom

A lovely sandy beach which is accessed through a nature reserve. The access road is unmade and extremely bumpy, however don’t be put off! At the end is a car park and a short walk to a beautiful sandy beach. The sea is idyllic, there are a few coves to “explore”. We were a party of 8 - teenagers and younger children with us. There are no restaurants or shops, however a portable toilet was in the car park and there was a “snack van” with pizza, ice cream and drinks. Definitely recommend a day here!

10. Eremo di Santa Rosalia alla Quisquina

Santo Stefano Quisquina, Sicily Italy +39 347 596 3469 [email protected] http://www.quisquina.com/
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Eremo di Santa Rosalia alla Quisquina

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