Location: Province of Trapani
Top Things to do in Province of Trapani
What to do and see in Province of Trapani, Sicily: The Best Sights & Landmarks
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. Chiesa di San Domenico
2. Tempio di Segesta
Overall Ratings
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! --------------
3. Poggioreale
Overall Ratings
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.
4. Teatro Greco di Segesta
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 775 reviews
Reviewed By borninthebronx54 - Greenville, United States
My wife and I visited the Teatro Greco di Segesta with a private small Group Tour (11 of us) and a English speaking guide. Our Guide was a wealth of information. The theatre of Segesta is from about fourth century BC (some sources place it at the second century BC) It islocated at the top of Mount Barbaro in the direction opposite to the temple. The theatre of Segesta held a maximum of 4000 spectators. The architectural characteristics of the theatre is a Greek theatre but its style differs from the usual structure of Greek theatres, because the tiers of seats do not rest directly on the rock, but were specially built with two entrances.
5. Parco Archeologico Selinunte
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,643 reviews
Reviewed By SilapInua - Galway, Ireland
Breath-taking archaeological park; the largest of its kind in Europe, even more spectacular than the better known Valley of the Temples, 95 kms to the south east. Parco Archeologico Selinunte is a vast, captivating place covering over 650 clifftop acres and requiring a 3 to 4 hour visit. Once a Greek outpost city of 30,000 people, today its scattered, razed footprint contains a stunning assembly of ancient temples. The very best way to see the famous Acropolis, the Agora, Temple of Hera and the other temples described simply as E.F. & G. is by electric buggy which you pick up at the entrance. It charges about €10 per person; on warm summer days it’s a Godsend. The hop on- hop off buggies wends their way around the huge clifftop site allowing visitors to spend as much time as they wish at the seven surviving Doric temples and the different archaeological locations. Selinunte, the city, was twice destroyed; first in 409 BC and the finally c250 BC when it was levelled by a Carthaginian army. Its historic importance remained largely unknown until a Dominican monk, Tommaso Fazello, began to probe its story in the 16th century and two English archaeologists, William Harris and Samuel Angel, began excavations which continue to the present day, in 1825. Their work and Dom. Tommaso’s allow us a dramatic window on 2,500 years of Greek/Sicilian/Carthaginian history. Well worth the visit and don’t miss the opportunity to reflect on the magnificence of it all over a tub of glorious Sicilian ice cream at the clifftop café.
6. Saline Della Laguna
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,505 reviews
Reviewed By AngeYorkEngland
So pleased we made the visit to learn about an every day condiment that one uses without giving the slightest thought as to how it is made and ends up on the shop shelf. English speaking tour guide, takes one through the salt harvesting process in the museum.(Tours in other languages are also available.) You then have the option of walking round the salt basins to see the different stages of the process. There is a restaurant on site, and also a gift shop where you can sample some of the herb, or fruit infused salts before purchasing. Everything is very reasonably priced, and the girls in the museum, and gift shops are all very friendly. Knowledgeable and helpful.
7. Kasbah Mazara del Vallo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 747 reviews
Reviewed By alikarim - Dallas, United States
We spent a few hours walking around this old town on our own, admiring the old Moorish history here, and the various arabic sites. There are various wall plaques throughout, showing the history of this place. Worth spending a little time getting lost in the maze of streets and eating at the local Tunisian places.
8. Baia Santa Margherita, Castelluzzo di S.Vito Lo Capo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 792 reviews
Reviewed By LA_Author15 - Sesto San Giovanni, Italy
Large beach with transparent waters, surrounded by nature with large green spaces and surrounded by a panorama of enchanting mountains.
9. Teatro Garibaldi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 462 reviews
Reviewed By doveckstein - Jerusalem, Israel
if you are in this region don"t miss this little beautiful town with great history.the mayor of the city Nr nicolo Cristaldi has been doing great job on keeping the city old heritage
10. Azienda A. Plaia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
All'Agricampeggio Scopello-struttura classificata con tre spighe- trascorrerai una vacanza all’aria aperta a contatto con la Natura. Troverai, oltre alle piazzole attrezzate per il camper e le tende, l’area pic-nic, i barbecue, i servizi, le docce, l’acqua potabile, l'elettricità.
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