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Castles, Sicily

Castles in Sicily

In Sicily we have listed 287 castles; the most detailed page is Palazzo dei Normanni (Palermo).

Most are in the province of Messina (71), the province of Palermo (58) and the province of Catania (36).

By date of construction, the most common period is the Middle Ages (84% of dated places).

Of these, 4 list opening hours and 2 are part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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  • 131with photo
  • 121with description
  • 4with opening hours
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Castles in Sicily: frequently asked questions

How many castles are there in Sicily?

Our atlas lists 287 castles in Sicily. The province with the most castles is Messina (71).

What are the most important castles in Sicily?

Based on how much information is available (description, photos, visitor info), the standouts are Palazzo dei Normanni (Palermo), Castello Maniace (Syracuse) and Castello Normanno (Adrano).

Which castles in Sicily can you visit for free?

None of the castles listed in Sicily has free entry according to the data we have: check the official website of each place.

Which castles in Sicily have opening hours listed?

4 out of 287 have opening hours (source: OpenStreetMap), including Palazzo dei Normanni (Palermo), Castello Maniace (Syracuse) and Castle of Modica (Modica). Hours can change: check before you go.