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August 3, 2026

Sicily Road Trip by Rental Car: 8 Stops

Discover Sicily's most beautiful sights

A lava field that still feels warm beneath your hiking boots. Baroque squares that glow in the evening sun. Cannoli with fresh ricotta for dessert. A road trip through Sicily isn’t just a vacation—it’s a sensory overload. The best way to make the most of it is to rent a car. In 10 to 14 days, you’ll drive past Palermo, the Valley of the Temples near Agrigento, the Roman mosaics of Villa Romana del Casale, Syracuse, Catania, Mount Etna, and Taormina.

Read on to discover Sicily’s most beautiful sights, practical tips, and the best time to book a rental car in Sicily. We bet you’ll add this trip to your bucket list!

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The SS113 coastal road in northeastern Sicily, between Capo Skino and Capo Calava
The SS113 coastal road in northeastern Sicily, between Capo Skino and Capo Calava
Many hairpin turns in the mountainous northeastern part of Sicily, such as here near Savoca
Many hairpin turns in the mountainous northeastern part of Sicily, such as here near Savoca

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About the author Written by: Tjeerd
With more than ten years of hands-on experience in car rental, Tjeerd shares helpful and reliable tips for renting a car. Tjeerd is an experienced expert in the car rental industry and knows the market inside and out. He shares practical travel tips and personalized advice to help travelers find, book, and pick up a rental car.
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