Agrigento Old Town Walks: Explore Sicily's Historic Heart

Step beyond the Valley of the Temples and discover Agrigento’s hidden heart on this 40-minute self-guided walking tour through its historic center. Wander past elegant palaces, jasmine-scented alleys, and poetic staircases shaped by Greek, Arab, Norman, and Spanish influences. Begin on Via Atenea, climb through ancient quarters, and end at the panoramic Cathedral of San Gerlando. Highlights: • Visit Pasticceria Infurna Giuseppe for traditional almond sweets • Discover the Church of Purgatory with its mysterious stone masks • Explore the Luigi Pirandello Theater • Admire Santa Maria dei Greci atop a Greek temple • Explore the ancient Greek acropolis • Soak in local life and scenic views from the city’s highest point

Experience your Agrigento vacation on your own, listening to the audio content of our app on your smartphone. It will be like having at your side a tour guide who will tell you the history, points of interest and curiosities of the city. Once organized, take your first step into town as your audio guide tells you surprising facts and curiosities about its streets. Look up at monuments and increase your understanding. Benefit from an audio guide without an expiry date plus no tickets to collect or meeting place. Listen to the audio guide online, or offline. Agrigento audio contents AI-crafted (Artificial Intelligence) and professionally reviewed by experts in art and history. The smartphone is yours and you will therefore not have contact with unsanitary devices provided by third parties

The Valley of the Temples is one of the most outstanding examples of Greater Greece art and architecture, and is one of the main attractions of Sicily as well as a national monument of Italy. The area was included in the UNESCO Heritage Site list in 1997. The archaeological park and landscape of the Valley of the Temples is the largest archaeological site in the world with 1,300 hectares, but the term 'valley' is a misnomer, the site being located on a ridge outside the town of Agrigento. Through this tour you will have the chance to admire the magnificent Doric temples of the sacred hill, as the Temple of Hera (Juno), the Temple of Concordia, Temple of Herakles (Hercules), the Temple of Zeus (Jupiter) and Sanctuary of chthonic deities. Follow the steps and the words of your expert guide and you will also understand the culture that led to the construction of those majestic structures and you will get to know the characters that made Akragas 'the most beautiful city of mortals'.

Through the plain of Catania, we will arrive in Agrigento. We will cross some rural villages and the road will be very interesting. The Valley of the Temples has been a world heritage archaeological site since 1997, one of the most popular and important tourist destinations in Sicily. Afterwards we will move to Piazza Armerina. However, this city is famous for the beautiful Villa Romana del Casale, at the foot of the city, which owes its fame to the floors made entirely of mosaics depicting mythological stories.

• Just you and your travel partner • Start from Palermo with a licensed LOCAL GUIDE • Comfortable Transport from your hotel by Top Class Mercedes vehicle • Guided Tour inside Valley of Temples • Visit also the town of Agrigento or the archeological museum When it was called Akragas, Pindaro considered it to be "the Most Beautiful among Mortal Cities". The town was founded by colonists from Rhodes and Crete coming from nearby Gela and reached its maximum splendor in the V c. BC when the magnificent Doric temples were built on the southern hill. In 406 the town was conquered by the Carthaginians though with the last Punic War it passed into Roman hands, who took over and changed its name to Agrigentum.

Our driver will take you to one of the most magical places in Sicily, a trip to the center of Sicily with a visit to the valley of the temples of Agrigento with its Greek times Hera goddess of the family, Jupiter father of the gods, Greek hero Hercules and much more, after we will go to the Roman villa of the farmhouse famous for or its mosaics passing through the center of Sicily admiring the typical villages of the hinterland, colors and plants, a trip that will make you dream

Immerse yourself in a unique trekking experience between the Monte Cammarata Nature Reserve and the historic heart of Cammarata. We begin in Santo Stefano Quisquina, visiting the Hermitage of Santa Rosalia, an oasis of spirituality surrounded by greenery. Here, nature and history merge, creating an atmosphere of peace and tranquillity. We continue towards Cammarata, exploring the urban labyrinth of the Arab quarter. The medieval streets, the old houses and the stairways will take us back in time, immersing ourselves in a unique atmosphere. After the urban trekking, we will delight ourselves with a lunch based on local specialties. We will taste high quality cheeses, fresh vegetables, roast meats at km 0, homemade pasta with seasonal ingredients and local desserts. Finally, let's discover the fascinating story of the black Christ "Jesus Nazaré". An unforgettable adventure awaits you, a perfect mix of nature, history and gastronomy in the heart of Sicily. Don't miss this unique opportunity!

Unique experience in the archaeological park about 3000 years old, in the valley famous for the Almond Blossom festival, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.

WALK AROUND SICILY - transfer, excursion and Limo - offers professional and reliable door to door private transfer service from CATANIA (airport, port ... or any address in Catania city) to AGRIGENTO (any destination). Price are fixed and include tax, parking fee and tolls. Vehicles are fully licenced and insured according Italian laws. Our English speaking drivers has all requirements and driving licenses to drive vehicles used for public transport. Avoid waiting for an expensive traditional taxi in airport, book your private transfer service now: you will find your driver waiting for you just after baggage claim area with a sign with your name.

Live with me an experience in the heart of Favara (AG). We will walk through the streets of the old town and between history and stories I will tell you Favara. We will stop at one of the most famous pastry shops in Favara to taste the real Sicilian cannolo and from here I will take you through the narrow streets of the center to show you architectural beauties and locals. We will then go to a delightful 50s style location, prepared just for you...my home! We will wear the apron and cook our lunch in perfect Sicilian style, using organic and seasonal ingredients! We will talk about traditions, recipes of the past and stories of the past. If you are a curious person, love to experience the pleasure of cooking in company and love typical food, this is the cooking class for you!

A "transfer tour of 4 days" from Taormina to palermo city or  Palermo Airport or Agrigento city , passing through the south and the baroque. For people that want to be on their own for the most part of their trip, but need a transfer from a city to an other .  A  solution that includes sightseeing along the itinerary. This solution give you  the opportunity to optimize as much as possible your time in Sicily and plan an holiday in the right way.  4 days  /3 nights discovering the intimate baroque soul of Sicily, in an island where heartfelt sentiments and firmly held beliefs find their ultimate expression within the most theatrical of baroque edifices. But also to discover a growing area that produce some of the finest wines on the island, and the best are among the most compelling bottlings in Italy.

Today at 8.15 am, be ready at the pickup location to meet our driver and depart for Erice uptown. The Elymians settled in the medieval town of Erice, which was an important religious site associated with the goddess Venus. Wander through its ancient streets and visit some of the famous homemade pastry shops—world-famous for marzipan candies and other delicacies like almond and pistachio pastries. Enjoy a light lunch in a local Sicilian olive oil producer's farmhouse. This afternoon, we drive along the scenic Salt Way Road, where the sea salt is still produced following the old Phoenician tradition preserved during the century. We then continue onto Marsala, known in the whole world for one thing: wine! Marsala Wine comes from the western lands of Sicily, and its name derives from the homonymous town. Later, we go to Agrigento (estimated arrival time: 4 p.m.). Guaranteed departure with minimum 2 travelers

Walk Around Sicily offer professional and reliable private tour from Catania (any address) to Agrigento (Valley of Temple) and Piazza Armerina (Villa Romana del Casale). Come with us to visit the archaeological wonders that only Sicily can offer you. In one day we will visit 2 UNESCO world heritage sites. We will take a step back in time and see the maximum expression of classical Greek culture in Valley of Temples (in Agrigento). We will then dedicate ourselves to visiting the Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina, with its mosaics appreciated and known throughout the world, an example of Roman civilization present in Sicily. The excursion does NOT include a tourist guide that can be booked in advance and has an additional cost.

Two UNESCO World Heritage Sights in one day, an elegant private tour on a comfortable air-conditioning minivan: + Discover the greatest Greek Temples in Sicily + Stroll long the Valley of Temples + Admire the grandeur of Greek architecture + Breathe light breeze on the Scala dei Turchi + Enjoy old greek and roman myths visiting the most beautiful and biggest Roman country side villa

3 days to discover all faces of Sicily: The color of Palermo's market, the history of Agrigento, the heritage of the Etna Volcano and much more. Always escorted by a professional driver and an english or french speaking tour guide.