Discover Priolo Gargallo
Discover everything there is to see and do in Priolo Gargallo. Don't miss the best events, interesting places and curiosities related to the area.
Explore Priolo Gargallo
Ready to immerse yourself in the wonders and beauties of this city? Here's what you can explore.
Not to be missed in Priolo Gargallo
Choose what to do among the events scheduled in Priolo Gargallo. Don't miss the main social activities, the most important patronal festivals and all the festivals in the province of Syracuse.
Useful tips for your holidays in Priolo Gargallo
Follow our advice to better enjoy your holiday in Priolo Gargallo. Discover new places, experience the Sicilian typicality that tells the culture of a people rich in traditions.
The Catacombs of Priolo Gargallo
The Catacombs of Priolo Gargallo are an important archaeological site that shows the history of ancient Thapsos, an important Greek village, one of the most flourishing commercial centers in the Mediterranean.
Why visit Priolo Gargallo
Priolo Gargallo it is located along the coast of the Syracusan area, a fascinating and mysterious place. In fact, the Priolese town preserves very ancient history and traditions, with interesting archaeological sites that will help you retrace the Sicilian history.
The landscape aspect is predominant in Priolo Gargallo, so much so that you can admire enchanting places everywhere, from the coast to the hinterland.
While you will visit the historic center of Priolo Gargallo, you can only be delighted by the pretty details that make it up, each of which will show you the various aspects of the Sicilian folklore
Things to do in Priolo Gargallo
If you love architecture, we suggest you visit the Church of the Guardian Angel, entitled to Patron Saint of Priolo Gargallo. This place is very important for the people of Priola, who gather here every year to celebrate the Patron Saint.
Those who love nature cannot miss the Saline di Priolo Nature Reserve, an enchanting place where flora and fauna mix to create one of the most beautiful landscapes in Sicily.
The history of Sicily is told, however, by Magnisi peninsula, the territory that once hosted Thapsos, the ancient Greek village which was among the protagonists of trade throughout the Mediterranean Sea. Here you can also find the Catacombs of Thapsos, some of which are in a fairly good state of conservation.
Getting around in Priolo Gargallo
The city center of Priolo Gargallo it covers an area of just over 50 km2, although most of its points of interest are located in the historic center, which is easy to visit even on foot.
To visit the outermost areas of the city, such as the archaeological area and the nature reserve, it is recommended to travel by vehicle. In the Priolese center you have the opportunity to rent a car, but also other means of transport, such as scooters and electric bikes, so that you can easily move around the city as well.
How to get to Priolo Gargallo
Priolo Gargallo it is located about 20 km from the center of SIRACUSA, being able to easily access all the public services that connect up to the capital.
Thanks to Highway 114 and European Route 45 you can easily get to Priolo Gargallo, along the Sicilian coasts, enriched by splendid landscapes. The same routes are also crossed by buses Sicilian Transport Company AST.
You can also arrive by train, thanks to the Priolo – Melilli railway station, which allows you to easily reach the city center and all its most important points of interest.
If you are coming from further away you can land at theCatania Fontanarossa Airport, about 50 km from the urban center of Priolo Gargallo.
Useful numbers
Common
0931 779111
Tourist Info
331 232 2554
Municipal police
0931 779209
Emergency medical Service
0931 768077
Quick Links
Municipality site
www.comune.priogargallo.sr.it
