A holiday in south-east Sicily offers the perfect taster for first-time visitors to the island, bringing together a wonderful combination of sights & experiences. There really is something for everyone: superb Blue Flag beaches, wonderful architecture, World Heritage sites and historic towns, stupendous food and wine, and beautiful, mountainous scenery.
The wonderful collection of Baroque towns in the Val di Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers a wealth of interesting sights and sounds for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re a fan of architecture, a history buff, a gourmand, or just love the atmosphere of a real Sicilian town, a visit to towns such as Noto, Ragusa, Modica and Scicli is a must. Keep your eyes peeled if you’re an Inspector Montalbano fan, you may spot some of Salvo’s old haunts!
It’s not all art, history and culture though - the food in this part of the island is some of Italy’s best and is sure to be a highlight of your holiday in south-east Sicily.Modica’s famous chocolate is made using Aztec recipes and techniques brought to Sicily by the Spanish hundreds of years ago, while Ragusan cuisine is celebrated for its superb twists on historic, local recipes. Five of Ragusa’s restaurants are featured in the Michelin Guide, with two of these awarded 2 Michelin stars.
It’s not all art, history and culture though - the food in this part of the island is some of Italy’s best and is sure to be a highlight of your holiday in south-east Sicily.Modica’s famous chocolate is made using Aztec recipes and techniques brought to Sicily by the Spanish hundreds of years ago, while Ragusan cuisine is celebrated for its superb twists on historic, local recipes. Five of Ragusa’s restaurants are featured in the Michelin Guide, with two of these awarded 2 Michelin stars.
HERE ARE OUR TOP CHOICES FOR A SOUTH-EAST SICILY HOLIDAY:
Villa Del Lauro
Boutique 4-Star B&B with beautiful pool and gardens, in the heart of Baroque Ragusa.
Villa Verde
Private 3-bedroom villa with pool, just 300 metres walk from a lovely sandy beach.
Parco Cavalonga Borgo
Delightful agritourist apartments in the grounds of a 4-Star hotel, between Ragusa & the sea.
Cambiocavallo
Small boutique hotel close to some wonderful beaches, traditional style with a contemporary twist.
