The best travel tips for Sicily
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Dreaming of a Sicilian getaway? Whether you're planning a scenic road trip through Italy or prefer the ease of a direct flight, we’re here to help you get to Dimora di Dante—stress-free. In this guide, you'll find everything from the best driving routes to the most convenient airports and trusted car rental services. Let your Sicilian adventure begin.
How to get to Dimora di Dante
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For a more relaxed journey, consider taking a night ferry—you’ll wake up in Sicily, ready to explore.
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Genoa - Palermo
Civitavecchia - Termini Imerese
Naples - Catania
Naples - Palermo
Once in southern Italy, take the ferry to Sicily. Most travelers cross from Villa San Giovanni to Messina, where ferries run 24/7. The crossing takes only 20 minutes.
Want to take a ferry from a different port? Here are some of the main ferry routes to Sicily:
A road trip to Sicily is a wonderful option if you want the freedom to explore picturesque villages, mountain passes, and hidden trattorias serving the freshest pasta imaginable. If you're planning a trip of at least two weeks, the drive is absolutely worth it. From the Netherlands, expect about two days of travel time, depending on your route and stops.
You have two main route options to reach southern Italy:
🚗 Via Germany & Switzerland – Travel through Germany into Switzerland, where you’ll pass through the Gotthard Tunnel or take the scenic San Bernardino Pass before entering Italy.
🚗 Via Belgium, Luxembourg & France – A beautiful route that takes you through France, into Switzerland, and onward into Italy.
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Flight schedules may vary by season, so be sure to check with the airline for the most up-to-date routes.
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A smaller, quieter airport that’s even closer to Dimora di Dante.
- Typically reachable via a layover in Rome or Milan.
✈️ Catania Airport (Fontanarossa – CTA)
Sicily’s largest and busiest airport, offering many international connections. From the Netherlands and Belgium, you can fly with:
- Transavia: Amsterdam – Catania
- KLM: Amsterdam – Catania
- Ryanair: Eindhoven – Catania
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(approx. 1 hr 10 min drive)
This route takes you through rolling hills, vineyards, and olive groves.
- From the airport, take SP701 toward Siracusa/Ragusa.
- Follow signs for Lentini-Carlentini and merge onto SS194.
- Continue on SS514 toward Ragusa and take the Comiso exit.
- Follow SP7 and then SP82—after 1.2 km, you’ll reach Dimora di Dante.
(approx. 10 min drive)
A short and scenic ride through the Sicilian countryside.
- Exit the airport and turn right onto SP5.
- At the roundabout, go straight toward Licodia Eubea.
- Bear slightly right onto SP82.
- Follow the road for 2.2 km—Dimora di Dante will be on your right.
Directions to Dimora di Dante: the final stretch to paradise.
Once you land, the real journey begins. The best way to explore Sicily is by car. At both Comiso and Catania airports, you’ll find reliable rental options such as: Sunny Cars, Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Sicily By Car, Discover Cars and Felirent.
Our tip: Choose Sunny Cars for all-inclusive rentals—no hidden fees, no insurance worries, just peace of mind on the road.
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Whether you're driving across Italy or landing on the island after a quick flight, a warm welcome awaits you at Dimora di Dante. Enjoy the journey, the views, and—most of all—the good life that Sicily is known for. We look forward to seeing you soon!
