Erice

A misty morning begins at Porta Trapani and the Duomo. At noon, seek shelter in the Cordici Museum and warm up at Maria Grammatico pastry shop. The afternoon involves exploring the Spanish Quarter in the drizzle. The evening ends magically at the fog-covered Castle of Venus.

A crisp winter morning starts at Porta Trapani and the Duomo. At noon, warm up in the museum and with sweet treats. A bracing afternoon walk leads to the Spanish Quarter. The early winter sunset is experienced at the Castle of Venus.

Cycling in Erice requires strength, but the loop along the ancient walls offers incredible views. Visit Torretta Pepoli and the Castle of Venus before learning about the city's modern history at the former Dominican convent, now a world-renowned scientific center.

A wet ride along the Elimo-Punic Walls shapes the morning. At noon, seek shelter at Torretta Pepoli. In the afternoon, carefully cycle in the rain to the Castle of Venus. End the day exploring the indoor spaces of the San Domenico Convent.

A cool winter ride leads to the ancient city walls in the morning. At noon, admire the clear view at Torretta Pepoli. The afternoon brings a brisk ride to the Castle of Venus. Finally, warm up while touring the convent.

Combine Erice's charm with the industrial beauty of the Trapani salt pans. After exploring the castle and cathedral, drive down to the coast to see the windmills and the pink light on the salt ponds. A visit to the Salt Museum completes this day of contrasts between mountain and sea.

A foggy drive brings you to the Castle of Venus in the morning. At noon, evade the rain by driving down to the coastal salt pans. Spend the wet afternoon in the Salt Museum. The evening ends returning to Porta Trapani in the drizzle.

A picturesque winter drive leads to the Castle of Venus in the morning. At noon, head down to the coast to the historic salt pans. Spend a warm afternoon in the Salt Museum. Return to Porta Trapani as winter darkness sets in.