Palermo: the 8 most beautiful beaches in the Sicilian capital and province

The Sicilian capital is a city to visit at least once in a lifetime. And it is also a destination where you can lie down on a soft layer of sand, enjoying the sun and the sea. On one condition, however: you need to know which are the most beautiful beaches in Palermo and its province.

1. Mondello beach

Not far from the historic center of Palermo, it is one of the two that compete for the beach palm tree preferred by the people of Palermo. Mondello beach is ideal for those seeking relaxation as well as for those who would like some fun: it is the center of Palermo’s summer nightlife. And it is also one of the equipped beaches of Palermo.

2. Addaura beach

If Mondello is sandy, Addaura beach is suitable for those who do not have problems with the rocks. Also very close to the city center, it is less frequented than Mondello. Furthermore, thanks to the presence of the rocks, it is a very suitable beach for those who want to practice snorkeling.

3. Capo Rama beach

To reach it, you need to move to the municipality of Terrasini, so it is better to embark a car on the ferry to Sicily. It is a white cliff overlooking the sea dominated by the size of a sixteenth-century watchtower. The sea is difficult to reach, however, once you arrive, relaxation is assured.

4. Magaggiari beach

It is located in the municipality of Cinisi: the Magaggiari beach, at the foot of Mount Pecoraro, is of fine golden sand and there are also several dining options. The seabed remains low for many meters and the water is of a spectacular turquoise color. In addition, there are several services.

5. Capo Gallo beach

The visitor here will find a very clean sea full of fauna, ideal for snorkelling and diving. This is not a real beach but more or less pointed rocks. Capo Gallo closes the Gulf of Mondello to the north.

6. Isola delle Femmine

The city beach is a golden stretch of sand overlooking the sea of ​​the Isola delle Femmine nature reserve. Getting there is very easy starting from Palermo: you can choose among train, bus and car.

7. San Vito lo Capo

One of the most beautiful beaches in Sicily will welcome you, located between the Zingaro Reserve and the Monte Cofano Reserve. Equipped with every comfort, very long and sandy, it is also ideal for those who are spending a holiday with their children.

8. Cefalù beach

Beloved by the people of Palermo, the characteristics of Cefalù beach are an uncontaminated sea and an enchanting landscape. In the evening, nothing better than a bit of healthy relaxation between ice cream parlors and restaurants.

The way to see them all? It is easy to say: reserving a seat on one of the ferries to Sicily.

Image source: Di Andrea Calcagno from PALERMO, Italia – il golfo di Mondello, CC BY-SA 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=24992690