Marsala

Travel Guide
Marsala
Piece together the fascinating history of the ship from the Expedition of the Thousand and enjoy tastings of delectable wine.

Marsala is a coastal town with a rich marine history and a reputable standing in Italian wine. Its intriguing archaeological past and cultural traditions are showcased in the acclaimed museums decorating the historic center’s quaint alleys and piazzas. Learn about Marsala’s culture through its wine and historic institutions and churches. 

Year-round dry weather and a warm climate gives the town ideal sightseeing conditions. Wander through the Old Town area to see the historic sights surrounding the majestic Piazza della Repubblica. Gaze up at the plaza’s gorgeous Chiesa Madre, the largest ecclesiastical site in the city.

In the evening, stroll around the piazzas and enjoy Sicilian delicacies, such as cannoli pastries and arancini stuffed rice balls. The most famous export here is Marsala wine, which can be sampled at the Donnafugata Winery. Delve into the historic cellars and pair local wines with regional cuisine.

Make your way to the northwestern corner of the town for the Museo Archeologico di Baglio Anselmi. Inspect the range of Roman and Carthaginian artifacts that reveal the town’s cultural past.

The museum has a video about the marine history of the region, which is known for the docking of the Garibaldi in 1860. Learn about this so-called Expedition of the Thousand, when Italian politician Giuseppe Garibaldi conquered Sicily to unify Italy. Gaze up at the impressive Porta Garibaldi, with its enormous arch and engraved Roman text.

A little farther south along the coast is the Marsala Ferry Terminal, which connects the town by boat to Favignana and the rest of the Aegadian Islands.

Find Marsala in the Trapani province on the western cape of Sicily, in southwestern Italy. Ride a train south for about 1 hour from the city of Trapani or rent a car to drive the 19-mile (30-kilometer) journey. Fly to the Palermo International Airport and drive southwest for more than 1 hour to get here. 

Visit the dazzling port city of Marsala that brought together the nation of Italy.

Grand Hotel Palace
Grand Hotel Palace
5 out of 5
Via Lungomare Mediterraneo, 57, Marsala, TP
The price is NT$3,138 per night from Apr 2 to Apr 3
NT$3,138
per night
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Marsala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Cantine Florio and Donnafugata Winery are ...
8/10 Very Good! (211 reviews)
"Ottima location fronte mare, personale molto professionale e gentile ."

Reviewed on 2024/1/24

Grand Hotel Palace
Baglio Oneto dei Principi di San Lorenzo - Luxury Wine Resort
Baglio Oneto dei Principi di San Lorenzo - Luxury Wine Resort
5 out of 5
Contrada Baronazzo Amafi, 8, Marsala, TP
The price is NT$6,490 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
NT$6,490
per night
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Marsala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Mozia Line Ferry and Ettore and Infersa Salt ...
9/10 Wonderful! (326 reviews)
"Beautiful, well-maintained hotel in a wine growing area of Sicily. The restaurant and wine tasting were fun and high quality. Our only complaint was that the hotel was very hard to find, even with GPS. Also the wifi did not work."

Reviewed on 2023/10/18

Baglio Oneto dei Principi di San Lorenzo - Luxury Wine Resort
Seawater Hotels & Medical SPA
Seawater Hotels & Medical SPA
4 out of 5
Via Trapani 330, Marsala
The price is NT$4,205 per night from Apr 9 to Apr 10
NT$4,205
per night
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Marsala. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Saline di Marsala and Cantina Pellegrino are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (28 reviews)
"The people were lovely, they upgraded our room and left us a complimentary bottle of Prosecco. I wish it was better situated, walking distance to the city."

Reviewed on 2023/6/5

Seawater Hotels & Medical SPA
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rosa dei Venti Appartamenti
Rosa dei Venti Appartamenti
Via Tintori 18, Trapani, TP
Stay at this aparthotel in Trapani. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Cathedral of San Lorenzo and Chiesa del Purgatorio ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (44 reviews)
"I chose this location because I had a tour departing from the port at 930A and my bus was arriving from Palermo at 845A. It was a quick 7 minute walk from the bus stop and I was able to drop my bags off and they handed me the keys. Once I came back, I was able to access my room. I was on the top ..."

Reviewed on 2023/5/23

Rosa dei Venti Appartamenti
Travini Hotel Residence
Travini Hotel Residence
4 out of 5
Contrada Berbaro 4, Marsala
Stay at this 4-star residence in Marsala. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Rallo and Mirabile Museum are located nearby. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (26 reviews)
"Excellent breakfast, front desk agent was very helpful and patient."

Reviewed on 2024/1/27

Travini Hotel Residence
Residence La Gancia
Residence La Gancia
4 out of 5
Piazza Mercato del Pesce, Trapani, TP
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly residence in Trapani. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (291 reviews)
Really peasant hotel
"View of the sea, excellent WIFI, good shower - nice staff"

Reviewed on 2024/3/17

Residence La Gancia
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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4/5 - Good

Ricardo
Nov 16, 2018

Museo degli Arazzi Fiamminghi was excellent and worth it. City center is very nice. Superb dining at the Osteria dell Gallo e L’innamorata. Great gelato

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