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DK Sicily

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Author DK Travel
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Whether you want to be bowled over by the majesty of the Mediterranean, lose yourself in the ancient ruins of Segesta, or shop till you drop in Palermo, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Sicily has to offer.

Sicily is a treasure trove of things to see and do. With its beautiful coastline, historic ruins, and fantastic cities filled with shops and galleries, the island offers a plethora of natural and cultural wonders. You could spend your days hiking along coastal trails or through the cobbled back streets of Syracuse or simply kick back with an aperitif at a hip bar in the capital.

You'll discover:

-Our pick of Sicily''s must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems
-The best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay
-Detailed maps and walks that make navigating the island easy
-Easy-to-follow itineraries
-Expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe
-Color-coded chapters to every part of Sicily, from Palermo to Catania, Mount Etna to the Aeolian Islands
-A lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go

Our updated guide brings Sicily to life, transporting you there as no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations that place you inside the island's iconic buildings and neighborhoods. 

Touring the country? Try our DK Eyewitness Italy. Want the best of Sicily in your pocket? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 Sicily.
  • AWARD
    Wanderlust Travel Award

"Known… for its four-color maps, photos and illustrations, the [DK] Eyewitness Guides are extremely user-friendly for travelers who want their information delivered in a concise, visual way." — Chicago Tribune

"The best option… Color photos, maps, and diagrams bring the place to life." — The Philadelphia Inquirer

DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world leading illustrated reference publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann. DK publishes highly visual, photographic non-fiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 100 countries and over 60 languages, with offices in the UK, India, US, Germany, China, Canada, Spain and Australia.

DK's aim is to inspire, educate and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivalled clarity to a wide range of topics, with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products.

Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery and parenting. 

DK’s extensive children’s list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the best-selling LEGO® books.

DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiot's Guides series.

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About

Whether you want to be bowled over by the majesty of the Mediterranean, lose yourself in the ancient ruins of Segesta, or shop till you drop in Palermo, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Sicily has to offer.

Sicily is a treasure trove of things to see and do. With its beautiful coastline, historic ruins, and fantastic cities filled with shops and galleries, the island offers a plethora of natural and cultural wonders. You could spend your days hiking along coastal trails or through the cobbled back streets of Syracuse or simply kick back with an aperitif at a hip bar in the capital.

You'll discover:

-Our pick of Sicily''s must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems
-The best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay
-Detailed maps and walks that make navigating the island easy
-Easy-to-follow itineraries
-Expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe
-Color-coded chapters to every part of Sicily, from Palermo to Catania, Mount Etna to the Aeolian Islands
-A lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go

Our updated guide brings Sicily to life, transporting you there as no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations that place you inside the island's iconic buildings and neighborhoods. 

Touring the country? Try our DK Eyewitness Italy. Want the best of Sicily in your pocket? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 Sicily.

Awards

  • AWARD
    Wanderlust Travel Award

Praise

"Known… for its four-color maps, photos and illustrations, the [DK] Eyewitness Guides are extremely user-friendly for travelers who want their information delivered in a concise, visual way." — Chicago Tribune

"The best option… Color photos, maps, and diagrams bring the place to life." — The Philadelphia Inquirer

Author

DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world leading illustrated reference publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann. DK publishes highly visual, photographic non-fiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 100 countries and over 60 languages, with offices in the UK, India, US, Germany, China, Canada, Spain and Australia.

DK's aim is to inspire, educate and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivalled clarity to a wide range of topics, with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products.

Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery and parenting. 

DK’s extensive children’s list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the best-selling LEGO® books.

DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiot's Guides series.

dk.com/travel View titles by DK Travel