Trapani

Trapani sits on the western tip of Sicily, a port city known for its ferries to the Egadi Islands—Favignana, Levanzo, and Marettimo. 
The city centre is compact and ever so pretty, with narrow streets that open onto sea views and quiet piazzas.

On one side, fishing boats unload their daily catch; on the other, a beach stretches out with views that seem to go on forever.

My favourites:

Explore the historic centre!

Wander through the narrow streets and discover the beautiful architecture, churches, and local shops.

Visit the salt pans

If you have the time, take a tour of the Marsala Salt Pans and discover the centuries-old tradition of Sicilian salt production. It’s a fascinating process—windmills, shallow pools, and mountains of white salt in the sun.  Take a tour from Trapani, or if you’ve got a car, it’s only about 30 km. Honestly, it’s one of those places that is a bit unexpected, its worth the trip.

The Marsala Salt Pans - Visit Sicily

Seafood! 

Enjoy fresh seafood in Trapani - Mussels are a favourite!

Beaches!

Miles of sandy beaches, lots of free areas as well as an abundance of beach clubs to choose from.

Bonagia

What a treat this little place was. Bonagia is tucked along the coast, about 10 km from Trapani heading toward San Vito Lo Capo, and it feels like a pocket of authentic Sicily.  

I found Trapani to be clean and compact.

  • There’s no shortage of places to eat out, from casual trattorias to seaside spots with fresh seafood and stunning views. There was one gelato store in particular (I can't remember the name) and the scoops were massive, it was a meal in itself.
  • Supermarkets in the city centre tend to be smaller and a bit pricier, but there’s a larger MD on the fringe of town if you’re stocking up for a longer stay.
  • Incredible sunsets!

Gallery images of Trapani, the marina at Bonagia, and the salt pans at Marsala

Getting there:

* Trapani is located on the west of Sicily, around 125kms from Palermo.

* Buses go from Palermo, its about two hours 10 minutes.  Book your ticket if you can as the daily schedule can be limited and seats could sell out.