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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.
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1. Duomo di Cefalu
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,291 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,626 reviews
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
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4.5 based on 2,351 reviews
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
5. Spiaggia Caldura
6. Lungomare Cristoforo Colombo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 77 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 176 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 145 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 536 reviews
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
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,113 reviews
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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