All year round, without a break, the sunny island hosts many tourists. The proposed tours to Sicily in October are enviable. You can get here by plane (5 modern international airports operate in Sicily), by train and ferry.
Holidays in Sicily in October
In the autumn, the pilgrimage of tourists and vacationers to this seaside resort does not lose its relevance, as this is facilitated by warm climatic conditions. The weather in Sicily in October only gradually begins to cool, and from the summer suffocating heat it smoothly turns into a mild autumn, accompanied by rare rains. The average monthly air temperature does not fall below +25, and the water in the sea warms up to +22 degrees.
Sicily attracts tourists in October. Reviews of tourists who were here at this time, remain only positive. The thing is that this autumn month the resort is dominated by a peaceful and cozy atmosphere. In October, mainly an adult contingent of people, youth companies and noisy parties in a cafe rests on the island until dawn during this period no longer be met. This month, the coast is very quiet, calm and comfortable. Especially Sicilian autumn is suitable for families.
Events
In October, Sicily gives everyone who visited it not only a luxurious vacation, but also presents to the public the attention of many spectacles, holidays, exhibitions, tastings traditional for this time of year.
Judging by the reviews of tourists, one of the most interesting events of October is considered to be the "Pistachio Festival", dedicated to the end of the harvest season and held in the small town of Bronte. The festival hosts theatrical performances, musical groups perform, fairs and exhibitions of various Sicilian dishes are held with the obligatory addition of eminent walnut. Everyone can taste any dish for free and participate in various competitions.
Having plenty of delicious pistachios, you can go from Bronte to the small village of Modica, which organizes a chocolate festival, and then to the city of Ragusa, where you can participate in the "Festival of Honey and Products from It." Sicilian beekeepers are considered the most delicious in all of Italy.
At the end of the grape harvest, in the second half of October, homemade wine is traditionally harvested in Sicily. Guests of the island can not only participate in the tasting, but also observe the preparations of the local population for the major Sicilian holiday - St. Martin's Day.
Beach expanses of Sicily
In mid-autumn, all the beaches of Sicily are officially closed, but this does not mean that they do not function. On a sand or pebble, you can freely sit down for relaxation and the long-awaited tan. However, to take advantage of marine entertainment, unfortunately, will not work. On the beaches in October rentals of water equipment, diving training schools and other entertainment services are no longer available.
There are a lot of beaches in Sicily, and all of them are special in their own way. Taking into account the sincere reviews of tourists, the most beautiful and cleanest island is considered to be San Vito Lo Capo beach. Holidays in Sicily in October, it is remembered for the fact that, in addition to warm and sunny weather, you can enjoy the white sand and clear sea water. The coastal strip is located in a quiet location near the Zingaro National Park.
The whole territory of Northern Catania is occupied by beaches with rare and unusual sand, which is formed from volcanic rocks crushed by waves. In their reviews, tourists recommend wearing slippers, because sometimes you can feel large and sharp samples of volcanic lava with your feet.
Near Palermo there are beaches for lovers of pebbles and coarse sand. They are not as crowded as in places with a fine sand coating. Reviews of tourists say that the sea water on all the beaches of the island during October remains warm, but by the end of the month swimming is not as comfortable as at the beginning.
Climbing Mount Etna
Reading the reviews of tourists, you can understand that to relax on the island and not climb the famous volcano Etna, anyway, that does not come there. October is considered the last month when excursions to the volcano are organized, because in November it is already incredibly cold on the top of the mountain.
To climb organized groups of tourists to the volcano, high-pass buses, professional guides and additional sets of warm clothing for rent are offered. Independent hike to the top is strictly prohibited. However, some extreme people still risk getting there on their own. It is necessary to remember that the state of Etna is determined by the color of the smoke above it: if the haze above the volcano is white, then it is safe, and if red it is better to go to the airport right away.
Food and cuisine in Sicily
Sicily in October is rich in all kinds of treats. Visitors to the island on this very month of harvesting fruits, berries and vegetables can see an abundance of Sicilian treats at incredibly low prices. At this time of the year, the island is actively trading in fresh grapes and excellent wine from it, delicious pomegranates and persimmons, nuts (mainly pistachios) and porcini mushrooms, a huge amount of which grows on the slope of that same Etna.
The most popular products of this season are fresh olive oil and homemade wine. Reviews of tourists report that you can buy them at almost every corner.
Sicily in October: 6 reasons to travel
- See first-hand the picturesque panoramas of the island in the autumn.
- Take part in various celebrations dedicated to the end of the harvest, with colorful theatrical performances.
- Take a dip in the still warm sea water and soak in a comfortable climate.
- Climb to the top of the famous volcano.
- To rejoice that the cost of the trip will cost quite inexpensive, compared with the summer period.
- Return home and tell friends about how great it is to relax in Sicily in October.
Sicily in October annually receives a huge number of tourists from all over the world and gives them a truly comfortable stay, enjoy the Mediterranean landscape and an unforgettable experience for life!