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Is Tap Water Safe to Drink in Sicily? 2026 Guide

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Amenano Fountain in Piazza del Duomo, Catania, with flowing water

Sicily’s tap water is officially safe in most ordinary travel situations, but taste, old plumbing and local habits confuse many visitors. This guide explains when to drink it, when to ask, and why bottled water is still common.

Things to Do in Noto Sicily: A Practical Guide

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Facade of Noto Cathedral in Sicily seen from the main staircase in the historic Baroque centre

Noto is the brightest Baroque stop in south-eastern Sicily: compact, walkable, and easy to pair with beaches or Vendicari. This guide explains what Noto is famous for, what to see in one day, how long to stay, what to eat, and which nearby stops make the most sense from a Catania base.

Modica Chocolate Sicily: A Complete Travel Guide (2026)

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Panoramic view of Modica Sicily showing the Duomo di San Giorgio and historic houses clustered on the hillside

Modica is one of Sicily’s most striking Baroque towns, famous worldwide for its unique Aztec-style chocolate. This guide covers everything: the history of Modica chocolate, the best chocolate shops and producers, what to see in Modica Alta and Bassa, where to eat, and how to get there from Catania.

Italy Honeymoon: Sicily as the Unconventional Choice (2026)

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Italy honeymoon: Stromboli volcano in the Aeolian Islands erupting at night with glowing red lava — the most romantic unconventional Italian island

Italy honeymoon guide for 2026: 11 Italian regions ranked (Amalfi, Venice, Rome, Tuscany, Sardinia, Como, Cinque Terre, Puglia, Capri, Dolomites, Umbria) plus the contrarian case for Sicily as the most varied unconventional honeymoon, single-base from Catania, with sample 7/10/14-day itineraries and cost breakdown.