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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: EUR
- Languages: Greek
- Climate: Mediterranean
- Timezone: Europe/Rome
- Population: Approximately 59,000 residents
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit Agrigento is from late spring to early autumn when the weather is warm and dry.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from the European Union, United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and several other countries can enter Italy visa-free for short stays up to 90 days. US, UK, and EU citizens do not require a visa for tourism. Other nationalities may need to apply for a Schengen visa in advance. Italy does not generally offer visa on arrival or e-visa options for tourists. Travelers should have a valid passport, proof of accommodation, return tickets, and sufficient funds.
About Agrigento
Agrigento is a captivating city located on the southern coast of Sicily, Italy. It is best known for its extraordinary archaeological heritage, particularly the Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring some of the finest examples of ancient Greek architecture outside Greece. The city’s rich history dates back to its founding by Greek colonists in the 6th century BC, and visitors can explore ruins that tell stories of ancient civilizations. Beyond history, Agrigento offers stunning Mediterranean landscapes, charming old town streets, and a relaxed atmosphere that appeals to travelers seeking both culture and natural beauty. The combination of ancient temples, scenic views of the sea, and authentic Sicilian culture makes Agrigento a unique destination. Visitors are drawn to its archaeological parks, traditional cuisine, and festivals that celebrate local heritage. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a cultural traveler, or someone looking to experience authentic Sicilian life, Agrigento provides a memorable and enriching experience.
Top Attractions
1. Valley of the Temples - A vast archaeological park featuring well-preserved Doric temples such as the Temple of Concordia, offering insight into ancient Greek civilization. 2. Agrigento Archaeological Museum - Houses artifacts from the Greek and Roman periods, including sculptures and pottery found in the Valley of the Temples. 3. Scala dei Turchi - A striking white limestone cliff on the coast, famous for its unique shape and beautiful views over the Mediterranean Sea. 4. Church of San Lorenzo - A historic church in Agrigento’s old town with impressive baroque architecture and religious art. 5. Regional Natural Reserve of Torre Salsa - A protected coastal area with pristine beaches, dunes, and hiking trails, ideal for nature lovers.
Popular Activities
Visitors to Agrigento can enjoy guided tours of the archaeological sites, including night visits to the Valley of the Temples. Hiking and nature walks in nearby reserves offer scenic outdoor experiences. The coastline invites swimming, sunbathing, and boat excursions. Cultural activities include attending local festivals, exploring traditional markets, and participating in cooking classes to learn Sicilian cuisine. Photography, bird watching, and visiting artisan workshops are also popular. For adventure seekers, cycling around the countryside and coastal areas provides a dynamic way to explore.
Agrigento Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Sicily
- Duration Range: Visitors to Agrigento can enjoy guided tours of the archaeological sites, including night visits to the Valley of the Temples. Hiking and nature walks in nearby reserves offer scenic outdoor experiences. The coastline invites swimming, sunbathing, and boat excursions. Cultural activities include attending local festivals, exploring traditional markets, and participating in cooking classes to learn Sicilian cuisine. Photography, bird watching, and visiting artisan workshops are also popular. For adventure seekers, cycling around the countryside and coastal areas provides a dynamic way to explore.
- Group Size: Intimate Groups
- Difficulty Level: Mixed Difficulty
- Recommended For: The best time to visit Agrigento is from late spring to early autumn when the weather is warm and dry. Pack comfortable walking shoes for uneven archaeological sites and sun protection for outdoor activities. Respect local customs by dressing modestly when visiting churches. Agrigento is generally safe, but standard precautions against petty theft apply. Cash is widely used, though credit cards are accepted in many places. Learning a few basic Italian phrases enhances the experience. Be mindful of local dining hours, which tend to be later than in some countries.
Average Tour Price: $75
Lowest Price Tour: $55
Highest Price Tour: $250
39 Available Tour Excursions in Agrigento
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!
Price: $214.64
Duration: 4 hours
Immersing yourself in authentic Sicilian cuisine is an experience you will not forget. At Annalisa’s house, each lesson is a journey into the flavors and traditions that have marked the culinary history of the island. With fresh and local ingredients, you will prepare traditional dishes handed down from generations, while the family atmosphere will make you feel like part of a real Sicilian family. After cooking, the moment of sharing is enriched with a convivial lunch, where you can enjoy your creations accompanied by local wine and stories that make each bite unique.
Price: $178.87
Duration: 4 hours
Discover the unspoiled nature of Torre Salsa Nature Reserve with a Paddle Board. The tour incldues a 4km journey by sea exploring one of the most unspoiled and wildest pieces of coast in western Sicily.The tour will last 2 hours, during which our certified instructor will guide you to discover this corner of paradise, telling us curiosities and anecdotes about the local flora and fauna. - Discover the Torre Salsa Nature Reserve protected by the WWF - Certified guide and instructor - The tour includes a short Sup lesson, learning is very easy
Price: $46.51
Duration: 2 hours
Discover authentic and unknown Sicily with our exclusive tour among the Sicani mountains. We start from Lercara Friddi, the homeland of Frank Sinatra's father, where we will visit the Mother Church and its unique collection of a thousand nativity scenes. We continue towards Prizzi, a medieval village that will make you take a leap back in time, and Palazzo Adriano, a mix of cultures and the set of the Oscar-winning film "New Cinema Paradiso". We will then take you to the Hermitage of Santa Rosalia alla Quisquina, a place of great spirituality immersed in the woods, and to San Giovanni Gemini, where we will visit the mother church that houses the Black Christ “Jesus Nazarè”. Finally, we will delve into the heart of Cammarata, known as "a mountain of excellences", where we will savor a lunch with local delicacies.
Price: $320.77
Duration: 8-9 hours
Visit a unique Sicily’s UNESCO-listed ancient site. With a private licensed Guide Driver and luxury transportation, this engaging tour ensures you control the pace and receive personalized attention. • Exclusive Private Tour with licensed GUIDE DRIVER for flexibility and personalized attention • Comfortable Transport from your hotel in Agrigento area by Premium Mercedes • See the famous Bikini Girls Mosaics and enjoy an exclusive Wine Experience
Price: $500.83
Duration: 7-8 hours
Discover the hidden treasures of the Sicilian hinterland, away from the tourist masses, have fun with the whole family in an educational farm and you will have the opportunity to learn many things that will amaze young and old, including cows, goats and other animals, many paths await you such as, for example, "grandmother's biscuits", "pizza che bontà", the cheese laboratory. Let yourself be amazed.
Price: $273.07
Duration: 6-7 hours
• Starts/ends in Agrigento. • Exclusive Tour with an English speaking Guide Driver. • Private comfortable transport by Mercedes Premium or Volvo SUV • This private tour guarantees a personalized experience. • Taste local wines at a small wine maker.
Price: $453.13
Duration: 5-7 hours
Take part in an authentic experience: a cooking class dedicated to the iconic Sicilian arancine, symbol of our street food. In a welcoming and familiar atmosphere, you will learn how to prepare them following the traditional techniques handed down over generations. You will use fresh, organic and zero kilometer ingredients, to enhance the true flavors of Sicily. We will tell you curiosities and stories related to this dish, to make you experience a cultural and gastronomic journey. Forming, breading and frying arancine with your own hands will be fun and rewarding. You will enjoy them as soon as they are ready, perhaps with a good glass of Sicilian wine. A unique opportunity to get your hands on the dough, discover the true soul of the island and bring home new skills and unforgettable memories.
Price: $118.05
Duration: 2 hours
The birthplace of the famous Sicilian playwright Luigi Pirandello (1867 - 1936) welcomes a vast collection of photographs, reviews and awards, first editions of books with autographed dedications, paintings, and posters of the most famous works, as well as temporary exhibitions dedicated to the Master. Overlooking the sea, on the outskirts of Agrigento - immerse yourself in the atmospheres that surrounded Luigi Pirandello’s childhood years.
Price: $8.35
Duration: 1-1 hours
For a private lesson,write before booking. For groups exceeding the day limit, please write before booking. You will receive hands-on training in pasta preparation from a local chef and use only fresh, wholesome products. I will teach you new cooking techniques that you can easily replicate at home. You will learn about our traditions and receive advice on our cuisine. Notify us in advance of any dietary restrictions.
Price: $53.66
Duration: 2 hours
Starting from the historic center of the city of Ribera towards the castle of Poggio Diana, it will be possible to admire the Canyon of the Verdura river. You will immerse yourself in the wildest areas of the hinterland, through paths accessible only with this type of vehicle. You will cross river fords and underpasses and then go up the plateaus, with a breathtaking view. From a hill close to the prestigious "Verdura Resort" you will admire scenarios ranging from the Saccensi coasts to the coast of Eraclea Minoa. Continuing along the evocative and wild coast of Piana Grande, we will then begin to return to the headquarters.
Price: $83.47
Duration: 3 hours
Mercedes V class - space for 7 passengers plus driver. Leather seats, darkened windows, WiFi and a refrigerator with cool drinks. Vehicles are always kept up to date. Mercedes Sprinter- space for 8 passengers and the driver. Very spacious, darkened windows, WiFi and a refrigerator with cool drinks. Vehicles are always state of the art.
Price: $298.11
Duration: 4 hours
Discover the unspoiled nature of Torre Salsa Nature Reserve with a Kayak. The tour incldues a 4km journey by sea exploring one of the most unspoiled and wildest pieces of coast in western Sicily. The tour will last 2 hours, during which our certified instructor will guide you to discover this corner of paradise, telling us curiosities and anecdotes about the local flora and fauna. - Discover the Torre Salsa Nature - Reserve protected by the WWF - Certified guide and instructor - The tour includes a short Kayak lesson, learning is very easy - Stop in some of the most beautiful coves of Torre Salsa
Price: $46.51
Duration: 2 hours
Visit the Valley of the Temples: two hours audio-guide independent walking tour in the Valley of the Temples. Agrigento, according to legend, was founded by Daedalus and his son Icarus after they had fled from Crete “by air”. Historically, however, its origins date back to 582 B.C. when it was founded by Rhodian-Cretan colonists from the neighboring Gela who named their city Akragas after the nearby river. This afternoon we then continue onto Piazza Armerina to enjoy an independent visit to the amazing Mosaics Floor at the Roman Villa of Casale. Built in the 4th century AD, it is the supreme example of a luxury Roman villa (about 3500 square meters of floor mosaics) and was the residence of a member of the upper class of the Roman Empire. The mosaics discovered here are celebrated among scholars of antiquity. The visit inside the Roman Villa will be done independently. Later onto Siracusa. Guaranteed departure with minimum 2 travelers
Price: $310.04
Duration: 8 hours
We speak english and german. Our drivers are experienced and reliable. Vehicles are new and comfortable. We have very good local knowledge and experience. Each tour is planned individually. Price is for 1- 8 pax.
Price: $596.22
Duration: 6-8 hours
Live an unforgettable experience at Cala Manbru Beach Club in Siculiana Marina, on the border with the beautiful Torre Salsa Nature Reserve. At Cala Manbru Beach Club, where every detail is thought out to provide you with a relaxing experience, you will find : 2 bars, 2 restaurants, an equipped beach, changing rooms and showers and parking. Included in the pass: - Umbrella with 2 sunbeds (from the 3rd row onwards) - A parking space in our parking lot - 1 shower for each guest
Price: $22.66
Duration: 1-8 hours
The tour offers two stops in Agrigento with a visit to the Valley of the Temples and the Scala dei Turchi Let's start from Agrigento. The visit of the archaeological park, combined with the beauty of the landscapes visible from the hill of the Temples, will leave you fascinated. Impossible to forget this magical place full of beauty. A few kilometers from Agrigento is the Scala dei Turchi, literally translated into Turkish scale. It is a dazzling white rock formation, rising from the crystal clear sea like giant steps. Walking along this gentle slope, overlooking the sea, will give you a unique experience. It should be noted that the driver is not a tour guide and will not accompany you during the visits, he can only provide general information during the trip.
Price: $357.73
Duration: 8-10 hours
Professional English speaking drivers, luxury, comfortable and brand new Mercedes cars with air-conditioning (our cars are maximum 2 years old). No waiting time and a bottle of water is served on board. Maximize your experience, minimize the cost and the time.
Price: $517.52
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Agrigento’s cuisine reflects traditional Sicilian flavors with fresh seafood, citrus fruits, and local produce. Signature dishes include pasta alla Norma (pasta with eggplant, tomato, and ricotta), arancini (fried rice balls), and fresh fish grilled or in stews. Desserts like cannoli and cassata showcase Sicilian sweets. Dining customs emphasize leisurely meals with family and friends. Noteworthy restaurants include Trattoria dei Templi, known for authentic local dishes, and Il Re di Girgenti, offering refined Sicilian cuisine with a modern touch.
Getting Around
Agrigento is accessible by car, bus, and train. The nearest major airport is Palermo Falcone-Borsellino Airport, about two hours away by road. Local buses connect Agrigento with nearby towns and attractions. Within the city, walking is convenient for exploring the historic center and archaeological sites. Taxi services are available but limited. Renting a car is recommended for greater flexibility, especially to visit surrounding natural reserves and coastal areas. Transportation costs are generally moderate.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit Agrigento is from late spring to early autumn when the weather is warm and dry. Pack comfortable walking shoes for uneven archaeological sites and sun protection for outdoor activities. Respect local customs by dressing modestly when visiting churches. Agrigento is generally safe, but standard precautions against petty theft apply. Cash is widely used, though credit cards are accepted in many places. Learning a few basic Italian phrases enhances the experience. Be mindful of local dining hours, which tend to be later than in some countries.
Culture & Customs
Agrigento’s culture is deeply rooted in Sicilian traditions, blending ancient Greek heritage with Mediterranean influences. Social customs emphasize hospitality, family, and community gatherings. Festivals such as the Feast of Saint Gerlando celebrate local patron saints with processions and music. Visitors should greet with a polite “buongiorno” and show respect in religious sites. It is customary to tip modestly in restaurants and taxis. Agriculture and fishing remain important, influencing local lifestyle and celebrations. Traditional crafts and folklore are preserved and showcased in cultural events.
