Ragusa Ibla is a hidden gem in Sicily
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Where to eat

Obviously eating is what it’s all about. Here are some quality dinner places you should feast at: 

  • I Banchi – They do a set menu, but also al a carte. 
  • Salumeria Barocco – this is a small family owned deli, serving great local delicacies. Perfect if you don’t want a full meal. (Also their Grapfruit Aperol is superb!)
  • Camùri Ristorante – Nice Sicilian restaurant, with a more posh touch
  • A’ Rusticana and Trattoria La Bettola are two restaurants that are cheaper but still good value for the money. If you are not a big foodie you’ll certainly appreciate these 2 places. But La Bettola does fill up, so make a reservation or rock up before 8.30pm. 
  • “Cucina & Vino” Osteria e Ristorante is a quality sScilian restaurant, they do slow food so be prepared for a sit down. 
  • If you have a hunger for a posh meal, then Duomo Ristorante is your go to – but it’s significantly more expensive than the other restaurants. 

 

Other things you cannot miss food wise: 

  • Cantunera Ibla – Sicilian street food, try their Arancini and Cannoli!
  • Gelati Divini – This place is made for Emma! Wine and ice cream, their moscato ice cream is superb. They really go all in for new gelato flavours while also having some classics. It really is one of the best ice cream places in Sicily!
  • Caffè Moak serve excellent cappucino and tasty Granite, which is a Sicilian take on slush ice cream. 
  • A bit of a trek but don’t miss out on Panificio Giummarra – here you should try Scaccia Ragusana, its like a folded pizza. It originates from here and is very local. This place is perfect for a quick brekkie or lunch. 
Ryan Dinner in Ragusa
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What To Do

So many things to do in Sicily. But around the city of Ragusa you have the garden “Giardino Ibleo” with gorgeous views of the valley. 

Modica – Chocolate Capital of Sicily

Buy chocolate in Modica, pop by the “Cioccolato di Modica Sabadì” – a place with good chocolate but not particularly friendly staff… But it’s right by the Cathedral of Saint George. Which is worth a visit, be sure you go up to ring the church stairs.

While in Modica, wander up the small steps and work off the chocolate to the “Pizzo viewpoint”.

Castle You Shouldn’t Miss

Nearby Ragusa you find the Donnafugata Castle. The story behind it is a bit unclear and has a few legends. But true to Sicilian heritage the castle has a Morse feel and attributes. 

Stop by the Scicli

Particularly Centro storico di Scicli – fantastic little city worth a stroll around and have some Gelato. 

Hike these trails

Nuraga a falsa cupola or Muragghi di Contrada Celonia

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