Agrigento

Get in

Agrigento is well connected by train and bus, though access from the east of Sicily can be time-consuming. The Valley of the Temples and Porto Empedocle are both within easy reach.

See

Agrigento is rich in history, from its days as the powerful Greek city of Akragas to its later Roman, medieval, and Baroque incarnations. While the Valley of the Temples is its most iconic attraction, the city itself holds a wealth of lesser-known treasures, including archaeological remains, historic churches, and libraries nestled in the old town. Here’s where to begin exploring. thumb|300px|The Museo Archeologico Regionale "Pietro Griffo".

Do

thumb|300px|Elegant buildings in Via Atenea

Eat

Sample the Greek-influenced cuisine, especially eggplant (aubergine) and olive oil-based dishes.

Drink

Agrigento’s café and bar scene is relaxed and rooted in tradition. During the day, locals gather at cafés for strong espresso or a refreshing granita, especially during the hot summer months. Aperitivo is a popular ritual in the early evening — head to one of the wine bars or terrace cafés along Via Atenea or Viale della Vittoria for a spritz, local wine, or Sicilian craft beer, often served with small snacks.

Nightlife is generally low-key, with a few bars and lounges staying open late on weekends. For a livelier scene, check out beach clubs and cocktail bars closer to San Leone, especially in summer.

Go next

Porto Empedocle – A nearby port town that blends into Agrigento’s urban area. It's the gateway to Lampedusa and known for the striking white cliffs of the Scala dei Turchi. Heraclea Minoa – Scenic coastal ruins of an ancient Greek city, about 25 km west along the coast. Caltanissetta – A hilltop city to the northeast, known for baroque architecture and mining history. Gela – A coastal town 64 km southeast, with Greek archaeological remains and wide sandy beaches.