Iconic places

Cultural tourism

Noto - "The Stone Garden"

In Noto, there's no need to plan an itinerary: every stone, every facade is a marvel in its own right. Simply let yourself be carried away, especially at sunrise or sunset, when the city blazes with light and the golden stone seems to reflect back to the sky a radiance from another world.

Noto Valley (Val di Noto) :

Noto - Modica - Ragusa - Scicli

You are in the heart of the Val di Noto, where eight UNESCO-listed Baroque towns were completely rebuilt following the 1693 earthquake.

Noto, Modica, Ragusa and Scicli are the closest and most beautiful to discover.

Take a stroll in the late afternoon: the golden stone becomes fantastic. Take the time to wander, enjoy a granita, and soak up the Sicilian charm.

Noto - Modica - Ragusa - Scicli

 Less than 50 minutes by car from Dimora

Neapolis Archaeological Park

The Neapolis archaeological park is one of the most impressive ancient sites in all of Sicily, a veritable open-air museum where Greek and Roman monuments and landscapes sculpted by man for 2,500 years stand side by side.

You will discover there:

- The Greek theatre, one of the largest and best-preserved in the world,

- The Roman amphitheater used for ancient games

- The Latomies, ancient quarries including the famous Ear of Dionysius (Indiana Jones!).

- The altar of Hieron II, an immense sacrificial platform unique of its kind.

Viale Augusto, sn - Syracuse

37.075506, 15.281023

35 minutes by car from Dimora

Ortigia (Syracuse)

The island of Ortigia is connected to the city of Syracuse by a bridge. We recommend visiting the Fountain of Arethusa, the cathedral with its perfectly preserved Dorian columns, Maniace Castle, and the famous market. Explore the island's narrow, lively streets with their many shops selling handcrafted goods.

Ortigia - Syracuse

37.066277782553186, 15.292248269058929 (Parking)

40 minutes by car from Dimora

Catania - Fish Market

One of the most vibrant and authentic places in the city, a true spectacle for the senses.

Here you will discover Sicilian culinary tradition. The sale of fresh fish of the day, hauled in and prepared before your eyes, is unique: noisy, colourful, deeply local, ideal for feeling the soul of Catania.

It's an essential stop to experience real Sicilian life, far from the classic tourist routes.

Around the market, bars and trattorias allow you to extend the experience with freshly caught local specialties!

Borsellino Square

Parking : 37.501371, 15.088718

1 hour by car from Dimora

Pantalica Necropolis

The Pantalica necropolis offers a unique journey into the heart of more than 5,000 prehistoric tombs carved into the rock. Its spectacular gorges, rivers, and cliffs create a breathtakingly beautiful natural landscape.

Classified as a UNESCO site, it combines ancient history, hiking and swimming in a wild setting.

It's an authentic, peaceful and immersive visit, ideal for those seeking nature and culture combined.

Necropolis of Pantalica - Sortino

37.14185846029565, 15.029710030698228

1 hour by car from Dimora

Roman Villa of Casale

The Villa Romana del Casale houses the most beautiful Roman mosaics in the world, perfectly preserved.

Its 3,500 m² of images tell the story of the life, myths and leisure activities of the Roman elite in the 4th century. The villa itself is an architectural masterpiece, with baths, reception rooms and inner courtyards.

Classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it offers a rare immersion into the luxury and refinement of the Roman Empire.

It's a spectacular, accessible and unforgettable visit, ideal for all travelers, even without historical knowledge.

Contrada Casale - Piazza Armerina

37.366510, 14.333506

2 hours by car from Dimora

Beaches and nature

Lido of Noto

Golden sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters of the Ionian Sea.

Lido di Noto- Noto

36.85328666506107, 15.111995715658084

15 minutes by car from Dimora

Vendicari Nature Reserve

The splendors of the eastern coast of Sicily in a protected area.

Via Vittorio Emanuele, 125 - Noto

36.80795965154499, 15.088566246144307

15 minutes by car from Dimora

Calamosche Beach

A secluded cove in the heart of the Vendicari nature reserve.

Calamosche District - Noto

36.819067047122715, 15.097424333496056

20 minutes by car from Dimora

Cavagrande del Cassibile Nature Reserve

A nature reserve in the Cassibile Valley, with its small waterfalls and natural pools of cool, clear water. The valley floor can be reached in about 30 minutes.

Scala Cruci Entrance - Avola

36.96762709492973, 15.094154384432022

30 minutes by car from Dimora

Oasi del Gelsomineto

Stunning white sand beach with crystal-clear waters in a verdant setting

Gelsomineto - Avola

36.94722894964363, 15.187104031633506

25 minutes by car from Dimora