10 Castles in Sicily That You Shouldn't Miss

May 13, 2022 Milan Banda

Sicily (/ˈsɪsɪli/ SISS-i-lee; Italian: Sicilia [siˈtʃiːlja], Sicilian: Sicìlia) is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. It is an autonomous region of Italy, in Southern Italy along with surrounding minor islands, officially referred to as Regione Siciliana.
Restaurants in Sicily

1. Castello di Punta Troia

Punta Troia, 91023, Sicily Italy
Excellent
90%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 113 reviews

Castello di Punta Troia

2. Castello Normanno

Piazza Castello, 95021, Aci Castello, Sicily Italy +39 320 433 9691 http://www.comune.acicastello.ct.it/servizi/Sportello_info__Turismo.aspx
Excellent
50%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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4.5 based on 1,012 reviews

Castello Normanno

In a corner of the most beautiful coastline of Catania, four platforms hovers above the rocks offering an elegant relax corner.

Reviewed By alexintaormina - Taormina, Italy

Awesome Castle on black lava rock cliff above the ionian sea. From here was possible see enemy from sea and from land. Today is one place don't forget to see. From the top the view is fantastic. Second my preferences it will be awesome during the storm days when the big waves hit the rock and the little drops of water nebulizer on the air making the atmosphere under the light more mystical

3. Castello di Chiaramonte

Via del castello, 92028 Naro, Sicily Italy https://www.castellochiaramonte.it/
Excellent
65%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 161 reviews

Castello di Chiaramonte

4. Castello Manfredonico o Castello di Mussomeli

Viale del Castello, 93014 Mussomeli, Sicily Italy +39 0934 961236 http://www.castellodimussomeli.it/
Excellent
64%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
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Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 140 reviews

Castello Manfredonico o Castello di Mussomeli

Reviewed By micheleaQ8239JH - Caltanissetta, Italy

Greetings you from Mussomeli. This is a little town, in the middle of Sicily Island. The most popular attraction is the "Castello Manfredonico".

5. Castello di Carini

Via Castello, Carini, Sicily Italy http://www.comune.carini.pa.it/castello.asp
Excellent
54%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 190 reviews

Castello di Carini

6. Palazzo Nicolaci

Via Corrado Nicolaci 18, 96017, Noto, Sicily Italy +39 320 113 2936 http://www.palazzonicolaci.it/
Excellent
51%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 509 reviews

Palazzo Nicolaci

Baroque XVIII palace, part of the UNESCO World Heritage List in Noto, Sicily

Reviewed By SallyF906 - Northampton, United Kingdom

This old palazzo in the centre of the town on Via Nicolaci was built for the Nicolaci family in the 18th century. The facade has some amazing carved balconies supported by mythological creatures such as mermaids, griffons and lions. There is a large courtyard that you can wander into and look at the exterior even if you don't want to go around. There are tours available but you can also just wander around whenever it suits you and most people seemed to be doing this. You access the palazzo up a sweeping neoclassical staircase of marble and the first room is the Tea Room which is very oriental. The most impressive room is the Salon delle Feste - the amazing trompe l'oeil decorations are just incredible. there are lovely views from this room as well of the town and the nearby cathedral. It's not expensive to go round - 3 or 4 euros so well worth it.

7. Castello di Caccamo

via Termitana Palermo, 90012 Caccamo, Sicily Italy +39 091 814 9252 http://www.icastelli.it/castle-1234885568-castello_di_caccamo-it.php
Excellent
56%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 708 reviews

Castello di Caccamo

8. Castello di Milazzo

Via Duomo Antico, 98057 Milazzo, Sicily Italy +39 090 922 1291 http://www.comune.milazzo.me.it/cms/default.aspx?mod=article&view=article&id=5570&itemid=133
Excellent
50%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
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Poor
2%
Terrible
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4.5 based on 828 reviews

Castello di Milazzo

Reviewed By alexiaioana00 - Bucharest, Romania

Milazzo was the city we stayed in for 7 days during our visit in Sicily. One day we decided it was time to visit Milazzo too, although we first thought it's a small town without any important attractions. We found in our bookguide of Sicily this Castle, situated in the tip of the "peninsula" said "why not?". We entered the front yard, where the ticket-office was and I went and asked for 3 adult tickets, as I am not a kid anymore, according to usual ticket offices. An old man (around 60 years old) greeted me, asked for my age and than said I would enter for free because I am a good girl:) He then said : come with me, in Italian of course. We don't know Italian and he didn't know english but despite this he started talking & talking in Italian. He took us to all the "private" places where normal tourists can't go. He than told us he is the manager of the castle and loves to do that. He took me by my hand and we walked in the yard for sometime and he was telling us the story of the castle which once was a fortress. Even if I'm not an Italian speaker, with my Spanish little knowledges, I managed to understand more than a half. We wouldn't ever imagine a manager of a castle would privately make us a tour, just because he liked us when he saw us. It was a thrilling experience which I think, I won't forget. Take a look at the breathtaking view and at a picture of me and him:) I must say the design and the rehabilitation of this old castle full of history are incredible and very very very well conserved and despite his awesome skills of guide, the manager did the best job here:) with the building of course! That's why I love Italy, Italians and their food and places. Everything is made with love and dedication. Everything!

9. Baia Santa Margherita, Castelluzzo di S.Vito Lo Capo

Spiaggia di Castelluzzo, 91010, Trapani, Sicily Italy http://www.castelluzzo.net/2011/06/baia-santa-margherita-la-costa-di-castelluzzo-e-macari-riorganizzata-per-uso-ecosostenibile/
Excellent
58%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 792 reviews

Baia Santa Margherita, Castelluzzo di S.Vito Lo Capo

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.

10. Palazzo Castelluccio

Via Camillo Benso Conte di Cavour 10, 96017, Noto, Sicily Italy +39 0931 838881 [email protected] http://www.palazzocastelluccio.it
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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Poor
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Terrible
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4.5 based on 108 reviews

Palazzo Castelluccio

Discover an authentically restored and still inhabited 18th century Sicilian palace and its collection of furniture, art objets and paintings. Guided tours.

Reviewed By CheckW - Singapore, Singapore

Recommended by our guide and it turned out to be the highlight of the day. Eur 12 per person includes a personal guide to bring you around. This place was only opened 5 months ago. The rich history of the building was brought back to life with the accurate retelling of the various rooms and the furniture/upholstery replaced by the current owner.

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