Capo d'Orlando

What to see, things to do, what to eat, interesting facts

State: ME - Area: Messina surroundings

Capo D'Orlando owes its name to the famous paladin Orlando who, on his way to the Holy Land, stayed there for a short time.
Capo D'Orlando is a small seaside village famous for its splendid beaches: wide expanses of golden sand that stretches out towards a crystalline and transparent sea.
Capo D'Orlando offers suggestive panoramas with Aeolian Islands that stand out on the horizon.
Capo D'Orlando still retains a simple and seafaring atmosphere: it is made up of low houses and small shops, a central square, benches decorated by local artists, large trees that offer shelter from the sun.

What is the best time to visit Capo d'Orlando ?

Capo d'Orlando can be visited all year round: the welcome and warmth of the Sicilians will amaze you. But for an unforgettable experience, admiring the colors, tasting the flavors and fully experiencing the traditions, it is advisable to plan a visit on the days of one of the festivals that take place in Capo d'Orlando during the year.

If you want to know about upcoming festivals and events Click here and you will find a list of the most important ones.

What to see in Capo d'Orlando

Sanctuary of the Madonna of the Madonna in Capo d'Orlando

Capo d'Orlando Lighthouse

Antiquarium in Capo d'Orlando

Goletta Trail in Capo d’Orlando

Roman Baths of Bagnoli

Scafa Park in Capo d’Orlando

Bastione Castle in Capo d’Orlando

Piccolo Villa in Capo D'Orlando

Things to do

Traditional Festivals, Events, Live Show, Concerts,... Capo d'Orlando

Carnival in Capo D'Orlando
22, 23, 27, 28 Feb | 1, 2, 4 Mar 2025

Lemon festival in Capo d'Orlando
Jun 2025

Capo D'Orlando Blues festival
Jul 2025

Little Sicily 2025- Sicily that Excels at Capo D'Orlando
Sep 2025

Ittica - Festival del Pesce a Capo D'Orlando
Oct 2025

Prickly Pear Festival in Capo D'Orlando
Oct 2025

Feast of Maria SS of Capo d’Orlando
Oct 2025

Winter Flavors Festival in Capo D'Orlando
Dec 2025

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What to eat in Capo d'Orlando

Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Capo d'Orlando

You can obviously taste all the typical products of Sicilian cuisine, the most well-known ones, such as cannoli, Sicilian cassata, arancini, etc. But there are some specialties typical of this area that are more difficult to find in other areas of Sicily.

Interesting and Fun Facts

Interesting and fun facts, mythology, legend, folk tales and more to know about Capo d'Orlando

Capo d'Orlando and Greek mythology
According to Greek mythology, Capo D'Orlando was founded by Agatirso, son of the king of the winds Aeolus.

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