Castelvetrano

Castelvetrano is a town and comune in the province of Trapani, Sicily, southern Italy. The archeological site of Selinunte is located within the municipal territory. The municipality borders with Campobello di Mazara, Mazara del Vallo, Menfi, Montevago, Partanna, Salemi and Santa Ninfa. Wikipedia.
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Marinella di Selinunte
1. Marinella di Selinunte
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Triscina
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Selinunte Archaeological Park
1. Selinunte Archaeological Park
4.6
(18040)
Archaeological museum
Sights & Landmarks
Remnants of a trade settlement built in the 7th century BC, with a temple area & marketplace.
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Beautiful place, went in June around 11 am and it wasn’t crowded, really nice views of monuments and the beach. Also liked that tourists were really diverse, there were Italians there too and not solely one nationality. Lastly, if you’re young there’s also a discount, so the ticket end up costing 10 euros. Parking is free and near the area but I’d recommend purchasing the shuttle inside the Parco just to make the experience more enjoyable and if it’s sunny it’s also a wise choice. There’s a little bar near the temple close to the beach and also a restaurant outside.
While this wonderful and expansive archaeological park may not be as popular as the Valley of Temples in Agrigento, I enjoyed it more. It's truly a magnificent and no less significant site than Agrigento. I took nearly 500 photos on my visit and I still didn't get to all of the major sights here. Due perhaps to its far Southwest location here, it's a lot less busy than other archaeological sites in the Southeast.
The largest UNESco archaeological world Heritage site in Europe set over a beautifully kept area leading onto the coast. This iconic UNESCO site features eight temples constructed between 510 BC and 430 BC. The Temple of Concordia is amazing-remarkably intact after 2,500 years and wonderful to walk around. I visited one afternoon in October 2025. Not many people around - it felt like we had the temple to ourselves! I purchased a ticket for the site and a bus that covered half the site. If I were to come again I would plan a whole day trip. It cost €25 for entry and ride for half the site, but I thought it was worth it.
Such an impressive place! The Archaeological Park of Selinunte is huge and absolutely fascinating. When we visited, there were only a few people around, so it felt peaceful and almost magical. You can walk (and even climb a bit) around the ancient ruins, which makes it even more special. For those who don’t want to walk too far, there’s a shuttle service super convenient. Definitely worth a visit! 🏛️☀️🇮🇹
Absolutely magnificent ancient Greek site! Selinunte is an incredible journey back in time. The sheer scale of the ruins and the fascinating architectural variety of the temples are truly awe-inspiring. From the colossal Temple G to the more delicately preserved structures, each site offers a unique glimpse into the sophisticated building techniques of the ancient Greeks. You can easily spend hours marveling at the columns, foundations, and reconstructed elements. For those planning to explore on foot, be prepared for a substantial trek – the full round trip can be around 10 km. I highly recommend bringing sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses), especially during warmer months, as there's limited shade. However, a fantastic alternative is to utilize the golf cart service that ferries visitors between the various sites. While it costs a bit more, it's a very comfortable and efficient way to see everything, especially if you have mobility concerns or are short on time. A welcome bonus is the presence of small cafes at each major site. They offer a great opportunity to recharge with refreshing beverages and surprisingly tasty paninis. It's the perfect way to break up your exploration and enjoy a snack amidst the ancient splendor. Don't miss Selinunte – it's a truly unforgettable experience!
Day trip from Marsala. Nice park to visit. Almost no visitors. Some areas are still covert by vegetation. Because of this you don’t see the ruins very well. Keep in mind if you want to walk and see all the sights it will be a 10km walk. Take some water and snacks if you plan to walk everything.
Huge and interesting place, big bonus is that you can walk inside the temple to admire the size of it even better. Note for people with reduced mobility...bring your foldable chair with you, very few benches available.
Stunning. We lucked out being there on the first Sunday of the month so it was free. We paid for an audio guide -well worth it to get a bit of insight. We walked it all with no difficulty, although it was a bit hot by the end (despite being November!)
Chiesa di San Domenico
2. Chiesa di San Domenico
4.7
(432)
Church
Sights & Landmarks
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The Chiesa di San Domenico in Castelvetrano is a 16th century masterpiece. Originally commissioned by the Aragon/Tagliavia family, the chapel was once used for their private ceremonies and now serves as the family crypt. The focal point of the church is the incredible stucco-work, the Tree of Jesse (father of King David), created by Antonio Ferraro da Giuliana and his sons. Unfortunately, the church was badly damaged during a major earthquake in 1968 and remain closed for 40 years. Restored over a five-year period, the church finally reopened in 2014 and is now known as the “Sistine of Sicily.”
Limited hours, sign outside says open daily 10 am-12 noon. We were disappointed
Saturday evening Mass is at 7 PM
Wahoo little chapelle Sixteen. ..so beautiful
(Translated by Google) The church, humble on the outside, contains an infinite number of details inside that leave you speechless. Not only is it a pleasure for the eyes, but it is worth getting informed and discovering what is hidden behind each symbol, color or subject. Today I learned so much new about our Sicily, without expecting it! It is not necessary to book and entry is free of charge to preserve the maintenance of the artistic and historical assets inside, but I recommend calling anyway, given that on some days there may be hordes of visitors who have perhaps already invaded the spaces of the small church. We were very lucky to be able to admire everything calmly and after two buses full of tourists had left. It is essential to have someone competent to delight you with everything he knows, otherwise I would have had only a nice superficial memory of statues and frescoes... Alas! as happens on other occasions. I thank the very kind Pasquale who welcomed us with passion, demonstrating how much every corner had to offer, and accompanying us on a real tour of this Sicilian gem. (Original) La chiesa, umile esternamente, dentro racchiude un'infinità di dettagli che ti lasciano a bocca aperta. Non solo è un piacere per gli occhi, ma vale la pena informarsi e scoprire ciò che è celato dietro ogni simbolo, colore o soggetto. Oggi ho imparato così tanto di nuovo sulla nostra Sicilia, senza che me lo aspettassi! Non è necessario prenotare e l'ingresso è ad offerta libera per preservare la manutenzione dei beni artistici e storici al suo interno, ma consiglio di chiamare ugualmente, visto che in alcune giornate possono esserci orde di visitatori che magari hanno già invaso gli spazi della piccola chiesa. Noi siamo stati molto fortunati a poter ammirare il tutto con calma e dopo che se ne fossero andati ben due autobus pieni di turisti. È essenziale avere qualcuno di competente che ti delizi con tutto ciò che sa, altrimenti avrei avuto solo un bel ricordo superficiale di statue e affreschi... Ahimè! come capita in altre occasioni. Ringrazio il gentilissimo Pasquale che ci ha accolto con passione, dimostrando quanto ogni angolo avesse da offrire, e accompagnandoci in un vero e proprio tour di questa chicca sicula.
(Translated by Google) A beautiful heritage site. A massive work of art. The church's caretaker is a friendly person with extensive knowledge of the church. To visit, you must make a donation of 2 euros for its maintenance. (Original) Um património lindíssimo. Uma obra de arte enorme. O cuidador da igreja é uma simpatia e com um vasto conhecimento da mesma. Para visitar tem que efetuar uma doação de 2 euros, para manutenção da mesma.
(Translated by Google) A volunteer guided us through a detailed exploration of the frescoes and monuments housed within this beautiful church, which encompasses years of history. I was deeply fascinated by the story and the works made available to visitors. I recommend history and culture enthusiasts to visit this wonderful church; you will be captivated. (Original) Un volontario ci ha guidati alla scoperta minuziosa degli affreschi e monumenti custoditi all'interno di questa bellissima chiesa, che racchiude anni di storia. Molto affascinata dal racconto e dalle opere messe a disposizione dei visitatori. Consiglio agli appassionati di storia e cultura di andare a visitare questa meravigliosa chiesa, rimarrete affascinati.
Riserva Naturale Orientata Foce del fiume Belice
3. Riserva Naturale Orientata Foce del fiume Belice
4.5
(60)
Nature preserve
Outdoor Activities
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Gorgeous beach and nature reserve, a real hidden gem
Beautiful piece of nature.
(Translated by Google) CvThe reserve itself deserves 5 stars, but unfortunately it is frequented by humans. Rubbish scattered among the dunes indicates incivility. Following the directions on Maps you reach the car park and then the entrance. The path of about 200 meters, which crosses the dunes is simple, but very hot, especially if tackled at the hottest times. The beach is spacious, the crystal clear water with a sandy bottom has a minimum depth. If you want, instead of parking you can continue along the dirt road, where you can leave your car in the shade of the tall trees. From here you can reach the mouth of the Belice river more easily, furthermore after having taken a refreshing bath you can walk along the now disused tracks up to the iron bridge. (Original) CvLa riserva in se merita 5 stelle, ma purtroppo viene frequentata dall'essere umano. Rifiuti sparsi tra le dune indicano inciviltà. Seguendo le indicazioni stradali di Maps si raggiunge il parcheggio e quindi l'ingresso. Il sentiero di circa 200 metri, che attraversa le dune è semplice, ma molto caldo, soprattutto se affrontato negli orari più caldi. La spiaggia è spaziosa, l'acqua cristallina con fondale sabbioso ha una profondità minima. Se si vuole, invece di parcheggiare si può proseguire per la strada sterrata, dove si potrà lasciare l'auto all'ombra degli alti alberi. Da qui si potrà raggiungere la foce del fiume Belice più facilmente, inoltre dopo aver fatto un bagno rinfrescante si potranno percorrere i binari, ormai in disuso, sino al ponte di ferro.
(Translated by Google) It is always an exciting experience to cross the reserve in contact with the Mediterranean vegetation, the sea, the mouth of the Belice river. In this period, the first ten days of September, you can admire the white lilies of San Pancrazio which release an intoxicating smell. I recommend you visit it. (Original) È sempre una esperienza emozionante attraversare la riserva a contatto con la vegetazione mediterranea, il mare, la foce del fiume Belice. In questo periodo, prima decade del mese di settembre, si possono ammirare i gigli bianchi di San Pancrazio che rilasciano un odore inebriante. Vi consiglio di visitarla.
(Translated by Google) It's a beautiful beach. It can be easily reached from the PA-MA motorway. The car park is near the beach access. There weren't many people. The cold, crystal clear water. Fantastic! (Original) È una spiaggia bellissima. Si arriva facilmente dall'autostrada PA-MA. Il parcheggio é vicino all'accesso alla spiaggia. Non c'era molta gente. L'acqua fredda e cristallina. Fantastica!
(Translated by Google) Magnificent beach that is never crowded, fresh water at the right level, wind-whipped dunes to visit. I usually position myself near the mouth, right between the river and the sea, where the Belice creates a bend before flowing into the Mediterranean, where the view is truly suggestive: the uncontaminated nature of the valley and the infinite blue of the sea. (Original) Spiaggia magnifica mai affollata, acqua fresca al punto giusto, dune sferzate dal vento da visitare. Sono solito posizionarmi vicino alla foce, proprio tra il fiume e il mare, dove il Belice crea un'ansa prima di gettarsi nel Mediterraneo, dove il punto di vista è davvero suggestivo: la natura incontaminata della valle e l'azzurro infinito del mare.
(Translated by Google) Beautiful beach surrounded by nature..it is easily reached on a flat road to walk 200/300mt..but if you look well there is a quicker access!! Sea and beach for total relaxation! (Original) Spiaggia bellissima immersa nella natura..si raggiunge facilmente su strada pianeggiante da percorrere a piedi 200/300mt..ma se cercate bene c'è un accesso più rapido!! Mare e spiaggia per totale relax!
Chiesa della Santa Trinità di Delia
4. Chiesa della Santa Trinità di Delia
4.3
(101)
Church
Sights & Landmarks
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A special place where it is possible to organise incredibile events. Food was outstanding
Beautiful place with a beautiful and very well maintained church, the garden around its also beautiful and peaceful.
Very worth a visit of you are in the area.
Amaizing place. Worth EUR2 definitely
(Translated by Google) Very suggestive church in a private park. With a few steps on foot you arrive in the Middle Ages, you return to the simplicity of forms. Thrilling (Original) Chiesa molto suggestiva in un parco privato. Con qualche passo a piedi si arriva nel medioevo, si torna alla semplicità delle forme. Emozionante
(Translated by Google) In the squalor of Castelvetrano, suddenly appears an Arab-Norman jewel, but probably more Norman. The Church of the Holy Trinity of Delia.l, built in the 13th century. One of the few remaining examples of Byzantine Cuba in Sicily. At the center of the Greek cross structure, precisely cube-shaped, soars a raised dome, painted invariably red during a late 19th-century renovation by Giuseppe Patricolo. (Original) Nello squallore di Castelvetrano all'improvviso un gioiello arabo normanno, ma probabilmente più normanno. La Chiesa della Santa Trinità di Delia.l costruita nel XIII. Uno dei pochi esempi di cuba bizantina rimasti in Sicilia Al centro della struttura a croce greca, appunto a forma di cubo, si slancia una cupola a sesto rialzato dipinta immancabilmente di rosso da una ristrutturazione di fine 800 di Giuseppe Patricolo.
(Translated by Google) We came to visit the Church of the Holy Trinity in Delia at 5:00 PM. It closes at 6:00 PM. We found the road to the church locked with a gate, even though the church was listed as open. It's absolutely unacceptable that there's no information online about these sudden closures. We called to ask if we could come in and at least see the church from the outside, and they rudely told us there was no one there, that the church was closed, and that it wasn't their problem if the hours were wrong. They even had the nerve to tell us they had the keys but wouldn't come to open the door for us anyway. You're shameless for wasting people's time like this. There's no point in coming here because you risk finding it closed anyway. Shame on you, terrible management! (Original) Siamo venuti per visitare la chiesa della Santissima Trinità di Delia alle 17.00. L'orario di chiusura è alle 18.00. Abbiamo trovato la strada per arrivare alla chiesa chiusa con un cancello nonostante la chiesa risultasse aperta. Assolutamente inaccettabile che on-line non ci siano informazioni riguardo a queste chiusure improvvise. Abbiamo chiamato per chiedere di poter entrare e di poter vedere almeno la chiesa da fuori, e con maleducazione ci hanno detto che non c'era nessuno, che la chiesa era chiusa e che non era un problema loro se gli orari sono sbagliati. Addirittura hanno avuto la sfacciataggine di dirci che avevano le chiavi ma che tanto non sarebbero venuti ad aprirci. Siete vergognosi a far perdere tempo alla gente in questo modo. È inutile venire qui perché tanto rischiate di trovarla chiusa. Vergognatevi, pessima gestione!
Centro Commerciale Belicittà
5. Centro Commerciale Belicittà
3.8
(3273)
Shopping mall
Shopping
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Average shopping mall but nothing special about it. Many shops have closed over time, but they are being replaced promptly. You will find around 40 shops with average prices. Enjoy it :)
A nice little shopping center for tourists. However, communication can be a bit challenging, as most shop staff only speak Italian.
Nice venue, good selection of shops. It would be nice to have some "modern" shops like a healthy food/organic/vegan market, charity exposition space, maybe even a multicultural corner..
It's ok for a couple of hours to relax
Went here three times, the stores are great and the employees are very nice
Just so much confusion and little choices in a small shopping center organized badly
Nice but a number of outlets are closed.
Nice but nothing special
Pensiero Contemporaneo
6. Pensiero Contemporaneo
4.6
(7)
Art gallery
Shopping
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(Translated by Google) Always stimulating and contemporary cultural initiatives. Beautiful wooden sculptures. Umberto and his wife truly extraordinary. Worth more than one visit both during the day and for evening events. (Original) Iniziative culturali sempre stimolanti e contemporanee. Sculture in legno bellissime . Umberto e sua moglie davvero straordinari. Merita più di una visita sia durante il giorno che per gli eventi serali.
(Translated by Google) It has very original and handmade gifts. (Original) Tiene regalos muy originales y hechos a mano.
(Translated by Google) Excellently crafted and original handcrafted souvenirs and objects. It's worth a stop (Original) Souvenir e oggettistica artigianali di ottima manifattura e originali. Vale la pena fare un salto
(Translated by Google) Remarkable friendliness. Very warm welcome in this store where we found very beautiful items. (Original) Amabilité remarquable. Très bon accueil dans se magasin où l'ont trouve de très beaux articles.

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Museo Civico Selinuntino
Museum
History Museums
Fontana della Ninfa
Water
Sights & Landmarks
Teatro Selinus
Performing arts theater
Concerts & Shows
IQOS RESELLER - Selinunte, Castelvetrano
Bar
Tobacco shop
Chiesa Parrocchiale di San Giovanni Battista
Catholic church
Sights & Landmarks
Chiesa Madre di Santa Maria Assunta
Catholic church
Sights & Landmarks
Circuito Internazionale di Triscina
Go-karting venue
Outdoor Activities
Chiesa Madre di Santa Maria Assunta
Catholic church
Sights & Landmarks
Ristorante Voglimi
Restaurant
Selinunte Archaeological Park
Archaeological museum
Sights & Landmarks
Remnants of a trade settlement built in the 7th century BC, with a temple area & marketplace.
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