Melilli: the terrace of the Iblei

Things to do, attractions, interesting facts

Melilli

State: SR - Area: Siracusa surroundings

Melilli, a city known as the terrace of the iblei, is a site of great artistic, historical and even naturalistic charm.
The strategic position of the place, situated between the major cities of Augusta and Syracuse, has played a crucial role in its growth.

What is the best time to visit Melilli?

Melilli 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 Melilli 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

This territory, over the centuries, has been enriched by many architectural structures of high cultural value.

Tourist Map of Melilli

Madonna del Soccorso Church in Melilli

Fireworks Machine in Melilli

Basilica of San Sebastiano in Melilli

Town Hall Building in Melilli

Church of the Holy Spirit in Melilli

Church of Sant'Antonio Abate in Melilli

Convent of the Capuchins in Melilli

Mother Church of Melilli

Church of the Carmine in Melilli

Path of the Hundred Stairs in Melilli

Quarry of Sant'Antonio in Melilli

Monumental Water Tank in Melilli

Villasmundo-Sant'Alfio Speleological Complex in Melilli

Municipal Library in Melilli

Things to do

From a naturalistic point of view, Melilli is one of the most interesting sites on the island: the Marcellino river offers various caves, an enchanting natural environment and an ancient necropolis.

Traditional Festivals, Events, Live Show,... Melilli

Living Nativity in Melilli
26, 28 Dec 2024 | 1, 6 Gen 2025

Christmas in Melilli
Dec 2024

Living Nativity Scene in Villasmundo - Melilli
Dec 2024

Living Museum of Crafts in Melilli
Dec 2024

Feast of San Sebastiano in Melilli
Jan 2025

Melilli Carnival
Feb 2025

Feast of San Giuseppe in Melilli
Mar 2025

Easter in Melilli
Apr 2025

Nature and Flavors Festival in Villasmundo - Melilli
May 2025

Festa Grande di San Sebastiano a Melilli
May 2025

Feast of San Michele Arcangelo in Villasmundo
May 2025

Festival of Ginistredda in Melilli
Aug 2025

Feast of San Bartolomeo in Melilli
Aug 2025

Pititti, Pititteddi and Liccumarei festival in Melilli
Sep 2025

Cudduruni festival in Melilli
Sep 2025

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What to eat

Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Melilli

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.

The preparation of cheeses and dairy products from bovine and sheep's milk is also widespread in Melilli. The cheeses produced are caciocavalli, provola, forms of pecorino (fresh known as "Primosale" or a little more mature) but also dairy products such as the delicious sheep's ricotta, from the preparation of which "Tuma" is also obtained.
However "Cudduruni a miliddisa" is the most famous typical product of Melilli: it is a homemade focaccia similar to a pizza, whose dough made from durum wheat semolina flour is generously seasoned with anchovies in oil, onions, oregano, dried tomatoes and sometimes a few slices of local caciocavallo are also added. There are also sweet variations of the Impanate known as "Cassateddi".

To view a list of business activity within tourism in MelilliClick here

Nearby Places

Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Melilli. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!