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Magaggiari Beach lies on the coast of Cinisi, on the Gulf of Castellammare, with crystal-clear turquoise water and a series of small rocky coves set amid untouched surroundings. The hidden Calette di Magaggiari are best reached by boat, kayak or SUP, offering quieter spots for swimming and snorkelling away from the nearby sandy beaches.
Sartoria Cocktail Bar in Palermo tailors drinks to your mood, with creative riffs on classics and complimentary snacks keeping the atmosphere relaxed. Its basil mule and signature hot dogs have a cult following, making it equally suited to a date night or settling in as a regular.
Beta Cocktails Laboratory is a Palermo cocktail bar dedicated to innovative creations and social gatherings. With a 4.9 rating from 156 reviews, it has earned a strong reputation among both locals and visitors.
Bottega Monteleone is a cosy natural wine bar and enoteca on a small pedestrian street in central Palermo, set inside a converted old garage. Run by Katharina and Angelo, it focuses on artisanal Sicilian and Mediterranean wines, accompanied by small plates and aperitivo bites.
Palazzo Pantaleo is a charming boutique bed and breakfast in a mid-19th-century palazzo at the heart of Palermo, with high ceilings and an authentic Sicilian character. It is within easy walking distance of the Teatro Massimo and Pretoria Square, and offers the rare advantage of free, secure private courtyard parking in central Palermo.
Riccio Restaurant is a contemporary, elegant seafood restaurant on Via Isidoro La Lumia, offering an excellent culinary experience in Palermo. Often listed as Riccio & Riccio, it should not be confused with I Love Riccio, the city’s renowned hair atelier.
Ristopescheria da Mare by Cotto da Mare – Magione brings the freshness of a fishmonger’s counter to the table, pairing local ingredients and seasonal produce with a contemporary touch. Young chefs Alessio Marchese and Francesco Amato reinterpret traditional dishes alongside more surprising combinations, served with elegant, unobtrusive hospitality.
Palco Rooms&Suites is a charming boutique hotel in central Palermo, directly opposite the Teatro Massimo. Its design-led rooms, each named after a classical opera or musical aria, combine specially designed furnishings with comfort and an organic breakfast.
Palazzo Natoli is a modern, elegant boutique hotel of 12 rooms, whose cosy accommodation reflects the soul and style of the property. Close to Palermo Cathedral and the Quattro Canti, it offers a charming base for discovering the city.
Set in Palermo’s historic centre, Porta Di Castro is a stylish, eclectic B&B just a two-minute walk from the Palatine Chapel, with the Royal Palace and Palermo Cathedral also close by. Its individually decorated rooms combine avant-garde touches such as arched-brick doorways and exposed wood-beam ceilings with en suite bathrooms, Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges; some also have sitting areas, four-poster beds, claw-foot tubs or balconies.