Portopalo di Capo Passero
Things to do, attractions, interesting facts
State: SR - Area: Siracusa surroundings
Portopalo di Capopassero is a seaside village located in the extreme south of Sicily.
Portopalo di Capopassero is the land bathed by the two seas: the Ionian Sea and the Sicilian Channel.
Its origin dates back to the period of Arab domination. , but the promontory of Capo Passero has been known since the period of the Greeks, when the origin of the name Trinacria to which it is closely linked dates back.
The main attraction of Portopalo di Capopassero are its wonderful beaches, its suggestive rocky coves, its immense sandy coasts and its characteristic islands.
What is the best time to visit Portopalo di Capo Passero?
Portopalo di Capo Passero 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 Portopalo di Capo Passero 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
What to eat
Typical food, local wines and drinks, traditional dish to taste in Portopalo di Capo Passero
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.
Nearby Places
Below you will find a list of the most beautiful places to visit in the surroundings of Portopalo di Capo Passero. The places are located at a maximum distance of about an half hour by car. Good fun!
Marzamemi - Pachino
Siracusa surroundings
Vendicari
Siracusa surroundings
Noto
Siracusa surroundings
Avola
Siracusa surroundings
