Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Marsala, Sicily

October 30, 2021 Renato Branum

Marsala (Sicilian: Maissala; Latin: Lilybaeum) is an Italian town located in the Province of Trapani in the westernmost part of Sicily. Marsala is the most populated town in its province and the fifth in Sicily.
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1. Boat tour of the island of Mothia and Marsala salt flats

Via Ammiraglio Staiti, 101, 91100 Trapani TP, Italy Trapani Emotions
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A journey back in time in the ancient history of these places and in the tradition of salt harvesting among the thousand shades of white salt, gold of the earth, pink of the salt basins and blue of the lagoon, tasting of typical local products with paired wines.

Inclusions: Tasting of typical local products

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Reviewed By DANIKA007

Very friendly tour guide. Great views and comfy car. We even got a little souvenir at the end. Recomended trip in Trapani.

2. Wine tasting in the cellar, Marsala historic center and tour of the Mothia lagoon

Piazza Garibaldi, 91100 Trapani TP, Italy Trapani Emotions
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An experience to taste the excellent Sicilian wines from famous wineries, with combinations of typical local products to enhance their flavor, all within historic cellars, amidst ancient barrels. The visit of the characteristic historical center of Marsala and to conclude the boat tour of the lagoon of Mothia will make you discover history and tradition of this land

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks, Boat

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Reviewed By DANIKA007

Very friendly tour guide. Great views and comfy car. We even got a little souvenir at the end. Recomended trip in Trapani.

3. Discover Mozia

Imbarcadero Storico Mothia, Contrada Spagnola, 91025 Marsala TP, Italy
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A private tour with a calm and relaxing rhythm to discover Mozia, the oldest Phoenician colony in Sicily, in one of the most beautiful, fascinating and rich in history areas of the island. We will talk about ancient and modern history, archeology, landscape in the beautiful salt pans.

Inclusions: Tourist guide

Exclusions: entrance to the archaeological area of Mozia, Private transportation

4. Island of Mozia and Saline (Marsala) - Full Day Tour

Find Sicily

We will go to the island of Mozia, where an old Cartagena city is surrounded by the Stagnone Nature Reserve and visit the "Baglio Anselmi" museum.

Inclusions: Boarding for Mozia A/R with the “ Mozia lines” ship;, Guided tour in Mozia;, Lunch in agreed restauran, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Lunch

Exclusions: DVD (available to purchase)

Reviewed By jillh551

My husband and I went on the "Mysteries of Palermo" walking tour. Our tour guide, Ester, made our whole trip to Palermo so much more interesting and exciting! Her English is excellent and she took us places we would not have found ourselves. We are so glad we decided to do the tour. We would recommend it to anyone who is interested in Italian history and culture.

5. Sicily tour from Palermo to Taormina, 6 days, individual group

Palermo, Palermo, Province of Palermo, Sicily Chauffeurs Italy

Private tour of Sicily with personal driver for 7 days for visit of the Palermo, Cefalù, Taormina, Syracuse and Etna vulcan with wine tour in winery with lunch and wine tasting Etna wine. This excursion is customised using a driver. A driver is a chauffeur specialized in driving you around, he is able to provide basic historical information, he can show you the main highlights, is knowledgeable and he has an umbrella of information. The driver will take care to give adequate time at all stops and to accommodate special requests when possible, to ensure that your experience in Sicily will be both memorable and enjoyable. The driver is not a Licensed Tour Guide and cannot take you inside monuments. In case you need a Licensed Local Guide you must pay a surcharge and we will arrange for Licensed Guide to meet you directly on the spot.

Inclusions: Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water in the car, tour local guide in Palermo for hours 3 for a cultural walk in Palermo centre

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Landing and facility fees, entrances to museums, palaces, monuments, theaters and archaeological sites

Reviewed By Zarina M

We used this company for a week-long trip to Sicily, including airport transfers, hotel transfers between Taormina, Siracusa, and Ragusa, and a few site and winery tours. The driving service was excellent---on time, professional, and knowledgeable. Both Francesco and Luciano were wonderful. We booked a few specialized tours on our own and those turned out to be better than the tours we booked through this company. I think guides can be hit or miss---Mila in Siracusa was wonderful and Teresa in Agrigento was on her telephone the entire time she was with us. The wineries they booked for us were also hit and miss---Murgo on Etna had great wines but we arrived an hour early and had to stand around in the rain, and the biodynamic winery in Noto (Cantina Marilina) had great food but wines that were largely undrinkable. There was also a problem with our chocolate tasting tour in Modica so we missed the laboratory visit. But I can't fault the company for the guides or the wineries, really. They are basically an excellent chauffeur service, and we can wholly recommend using them as a driving service. Their professionalism and courtesy made our holiday stress-free and, given the opportunity, we would book them again.

6. Marsala, Tasting in the Winery & Laguna Of Mothia BY Boat

Piazza Garibaldi, 91100 Trapani TP, Italy My Tour in Italy

Spend a beautiful day in the area of Marsala. First on borad of lagoon boats with a flat keel circumnavigates the island of Mothia, now an open-air museum, discovering the history of the deeds of the ancient peoples who have succeeded one another over the centuries, along the other islands that make up the archipelago of the Stagnone, Isola Lunga or Grande, Schola, and Santa Maria. Then discover the area through its wines with a locla wine tasting in a renowned winery between the charm of the barrels in which the wine ages, will reveal the authentic flavors of a land kissed by the sun whose production of wines are famous all over the world. Last but not least enjoy some time in the historic center of Marsala before heading back to Trapani.

Inclusions: Travel by minivan or GT coach, Local professional driver guide , Tickets for lagoon boats, Wine tasting in a local renowned winery, Circumnavigation of the island of Mothia, Visit to the historic center of Marsala

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Reviewed By Oversunsetplain

I couldn’t put correct date on this review - I did this tour with my two children in August 2019 and originally posted it then. I have had a message to say that I had posted it under the wrong company (one with a very similar name). I would like to re-post the review as we had such a brilliant day with our guide and would like to recommend the tour company to others whenever this type of activity goes ahead again! Our guide Ms Ivanova was very knowledgeable and friendly. The tour took in many places around the city and we also visited the Uffizi in the afternoon. I was with my children aged 6 and 9 and both really enjoyed this day. They felt included and learned a lot. The guide met us at the times planned and gave plenty of opportunities for questions and were able to answer any queries. Everything was organised well and went smoothly. We were unable to book a tour inside the Duomo but actually this one which took us all the way around the outside and to other fascinating parts of the city was perfect for my family.

7. Sicilian Gems Private Day Trip: Erice, Trapani & Marsala Wine Tasting

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Outside of Palermo, the rest of Sicily awaits! If you’re looking for an authentic experience, then make your way to the picturesque and historic towns of Erice, Trapani, and Marsala. With so many rich offerings, you’ll need a full day to experience the best of the island! Join your favorite local on a private day trip and enjoy locals’ favorite gathering spots, food, world-famous local wineries, and history. On top of a mountain, Erice is waiting for you. Wander through its narrow streets, get a beautiful view of the coast, fall in love with its pastries, and hear about the mountain top legends that started it all. Visit an authentic winery in Marsala and try some of their finest wines. Taste different kinds of Marsala wines paired with olives, almonds, caponata, bruschetta, typical cheese, and other bites. Say ‘ciao!’ to Trapani! Take a stroll down its narrow streets and visit its Cathedral, the Senatorial Palace, and churches along the way.

Inclusions: Private tour, Local guide, Entrance tickets, Air-conditioned vehicle, 3 alcoholic drinks: wine, Local tastings

Exclusions: Food and beverages not listed as inclusions

Reviewed By Tielemanis

This tour was truly outstanding. The food was delicious, and our guide Dario was very engaging, informative, and fun! The tour was very customized to our needs. An unexpected addition to our tour were the historic insights we got of the area of Palermo we walked through during our tour. I would highly recommend this tour and definitely Dario as your guide.

8. SICILY - Culture & Flavours 8 Days/7 Nights Tour

Catania, Province of Catania, Italy Wellsicily - All colours of Sicily

Our tour of Sicily is different from the usual ones, because it perfectly combine the cultural visits and the eno-gastronomic tastings of the territory. Etna and its honey, the Ragusa baroque and Modica chocolate, the astonishment of Palermo and the street food that characterizes it and much more.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

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9. Classic Sicily Tour

Palermo Airport, 90045 Cinisi, PA, Italy Insolita Travels │Tours SICILIA

The Classic Sicily Tour is the ideal trip to discover the island in a few days and in total freedom for a first general knowledge of Sicily, touching the main historical, artistic and landscape locations. The Classic Sicily Tour is a complete circuit that allows you to capture the beauty of the island, from the coasts to inland regions, from cities of art to small villages. An itinerant holiday with fixed stops and overnight stays, during which you can follow our visit suggestions or make the journey freely, according to your pace and your traveling instinct. The Classic Sicily Tour is designed with arrival and departure from Palermo airport and can be customized with arrival and departure from Catania, Trapani, Comiso and via Stretto di Messina.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Assistance during the trip

Exclusions: Rental cars and scheduled flights, Anything not mentioned under "The fee includes".

10. Segesta, Erice, Stagnone Lagoon - saltpans - Marsala and Mozia (Mothia) from Palermo, Private Tour

Panormus Autoservizi

Give yourself a tour of Segesta, Erice, Stagnone Lagoon - saltpans - Marsala and Mozia (Mothia) from Palermo, Private Tour to admire unique views. Visit ancient temples and explore the most beautiful archaeological sites in Sicily. The tour begins with the mythical Segesta, which reveals its solitary temple, an example of refined Doric style. Erice is the small medieval village which stands on Monte San Giuliano. It amazes for its simplicity and charm. Continuing towards the extreme part of western Sicily, one is enchanted by the white salt pans of Marsala. In the middle of the Saline between Trapani and Marsala rises the tiny island of San Pantaleo (Mothia). It can be reached by boat from the landing stage next to the windmill of the Ettore & Infersa salt flats, undoubtedly the most fascinating of the many mills that dot the salt flats between Trapani and Marsala. Visiting the island means immersing yourself in a reality where time seems to have stopped.

Inclusions: Bilingual Italian-English driver, Pick-up service from / to hotel / port, Bottled water, Private transportation, WiFi on board, Child seats (on request)

Exclusions: Tourist guide, Gratuities

Reviewed By ekaterina_molokova

Thanks to our guide Giovanni! He told us so many interesting things about Sicily. The trip was wonderful and unforgettable. I can recommend it to everybody!

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