5 Piazza Armerina Villa Romana Tours in central Sicily Worth the Day

1.Villa Romana and Valley of the Temples Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 294 reviews · from $138Our pick

Travel from Palermo to Villa Romana del Casale and Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples in an air-conditioned minibus. Explore the Roman villa independently, then join a guided visit with local guides such as Nicola or Giovanna. Entrance fees and food are extra, and the day runs about 11 hours.

“Very well done. The tour leaves Palermo around 6:30 a.m. and makes two stops: the Villa Romana (famous for its mosaics) and the Valley of the Temples. The former stop is self-guided (with option to purchase audio guide) while the second stop does include a guide, who was excellent. Few if any competing tours include the Villa, which is a big plus; few if any include a guide at the Valley of the Temples, another great feature. Before, between, and after these stops - i.e. while riding in the van - our gracious guide Niccola offered compelling historical background, and switched instantaneously between English and Spanish to accommodate a family…”

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2.Agrigento and Piazza Armerina Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 140 reviews · from $135

Travel from Catania in a small group of up to eight with an English, Italian, or Spanish-speaking driver-guide. Visit Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples and Villa del Casale near Piazza Armerina, with site tickets and archaeological guides paid separately.

“Allesio was a wonderful tour guide and driver. He made sure we were comfortable and answered all of our questions. We had a very enjoyable and knowledgeable tour.”

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3.Valley of the Temples and Villa Romana del Casale Day Trip from Taormina

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 137 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $84Best value

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Taormina to Agrigento with a local guide, then explore Villa Romana del Casale at your own pace. Expect a 12-hour day, multilingual commentary, long drives, ancient temples, superb mosaics, separate entrance fees, and lunch at your own expense.

“A full day but definitely worth it. Both the temples and the villa were stunning and the tour was well organised.”

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4.Valley of the Temples & Piazza Armerina with Snack

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 136 reviews · from $146

Travel from Catania by air-conditioned minivan to Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples and Villa Romana del Casale. You’ll get site time, maps, a Sicilian sandwich snack, water, and wine. Drivers such as Antonio, Dario, Ric, and Francesco have been praised for helpful commentary and safe driving.

“Really spectacular Greek temples in a beautiful panoramic setting. Our guide was very helpful getting us there and back and served us a lovely lunch of local fare up on the hill in a park in the town with a view. Later we went to an ancient Roman villa with beautiful mosaics that was only discovered in 1950.”

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5.Agrigento Valley of the Temples and Villa Romana del Casale Tour from Palermo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 134 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $147

Leave Palermo early for Agrigento’s ancient Greek temples, where a local guide such as Sergio or Giovanna brings the ruins to life. Then explore Villa Romana del Casale independently, with its remarkable mosaics. Expect a 10-hour day, long coach rides, plenty of walking, and €26 in separate entrance fees.

“I loved the temples of Hera and Concordia. I also liked the greenery at Agrigento. I probably needed more guidance at Villa Romana del Casale. I didn’t see everything. I got a bit lost.”

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