Rough Guides Sicily: Travel Guide with eBook

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Sicily, written by Italy experts, goes beyond the basics. It blends must-see sights with hidden gems and offers unmatched practical guidance for seamless planning and on-the-go exploration. Packed with in-depth advice often missing from other guides, it helps you navigate with ease. From using public transport to discovering the best dining, accommodations, and local experiences, this guide covers it all. Every detail you need for a smooth and enriching journey.

Inside this Sicily travel book, you'll find:

• Regional deep dive - in-depth coverage of key areas with curated experiences and honest reviews


• Itinerary samples - tailored plans for different trip lengths and travel styles


• Practical information - essential tips on getting there, using public transport, avoiding crowds, saving time and money, and traveling responsibly


• Expert recommendations - insider advice on the best places to eat, drink, stay, and enjoy nightlife or outdoor activities


• Seasonal tips - when to go to Sicily, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip


• Must-see pick - unmissable sights handpicked by our authors - Mount Etna, Siracusa, Segesta, Egadi Islands, Monreale, Villa Romana Del Casale, Valle Dei Templi, Riserva Naturale Dello Zingaro, Linosa, Pescheria, Cefalù, the Aeolian Islands, Sampieri, Teatro Greco, Ragusa Ibla


• Easy-to-use maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment


• Cultural insights - engaging stories on local history, arts, and traditions for a deeper understanding of Sicily


• Language essentials - Italian phrases and vocabulary to help you connect with locals


• Inspiring travel photography - stunning full-color images capturing the essence of Sicily, and fueling your wanderlust


• Designed for comfort and sustainability - a velvet soft-touch cover for a secure grip and premium uncoated paper from responsibly sourced materials


• Bonus eBook - free download with purchase for added convenience


• Coverage includes: Palermo, Cefalù and the Monti Madonie, the Aeolian Islands, Messina, Taormina and the northeast, Catania, Etna, Siracusa, Enna and the interior, Agrigento, Trapani

Travel smart and experience Sicily with confidence. Let this guide to Sicily be your trusted companion to must-see sights, hidden gems, and local secrets for an unforgettable adventure.

Author: Rough Guides,Ros Belford
Publisher: Rough Guides
Published: 06/16/2026
Pages: 368
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 7.70h x 5.00w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9781835294239

About the Author
Belford, Ros: - Sicily expert Ros Belford lives on the remote Aeolian island of Salina, the setting for her memoir, Children of the Volcano, listed as one of the best travel books of 2024 by Wanderlust. Her twenty-year quest to understand what makes Sicily and its people tick means she is as likely to be found taking tea with a princess as she is tracking swordfish on a traditional felucca with the fishermen of Messina. She is currently working on a book called Eating Sicily which brings together her passions for Sicily's food, history, culture, landscape and people. Instagram: @ros.belfordGuides, Rough: - Rough Guides are written by expert authors who are passionate about both writing and travel. They have detailed knowledge of the areas they write about--having either traveled extensively or lived there--and their expertise shines through on every page. It's priceless information, delivered with wit and insight, providing the down-to-earth, honest read that is the hallmark of Rough Guides.