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Sicily: The Perfect Road Trip Destination

Experience Sicily's vibrant towns and stunning coastal drives at your own pace. Affordable car rentals make it easy, even in peak season.

It is the beautiful view of the city. At the top there is the sky. There are so many houses and...
It is the beautiful view of the city. At the top there is the sky. There are so many houses and buildings one beside the other. At the bottom there are plants and sand.

Sicily: The Perfect Road Trip Destination

Sicily, slightly smaller than Massachusetts, offers a perfect road trip destination with its extensive bus network, affordable car rentals, and rich history. However, driving may pose challenges due to local driving styles and mountainous terrain.

Rick Steves suggests exploring Sicily by car or bus due to its limited train system. Starting in Palermo, a road trip could include vibrant towns like Cefalù, Taormina, Syracuse, Ragusa, Modica, Noto, Agrigento, Marsala, and Trapani. The local bus network is extensive but may not stick to a schedule, making a car rental a convenient option. Renting a car is affordable, with small cars costing around $35 per day even in peak season. For those uncomfortable with manual transmissions, automatic cars are recommended for driving in Sicily's mountainous regions. The island offers sweeping coastal drives, allowing visitors to see many of its best sights in a complete circumnavigation.

Sicily's size and varied attractions make it ideal for a road trip. With affordable car rentals, even in peak season, and a recommended automatic option for mountainous regions, driving in Sicily can be an enjoyable way to experience its vibrant towns, rich history, and stunning coastal drives.

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