Everything you need to know about Pantelleria
Organizing your trip to Pantelleria is the first step to letting yourself be surprised. Here you’ll find all the useful information to get there, get around, and experience the island while respecting its rhythms and silences.
Where to sleep
From traditional dammusi nestled in nature to sea-view resorts, Pantelleria offers solutions for every need. Whether you’re seeking tranquility or comfort, you’ll find the perfect accommodation to experience the island in your own style.
Where to eat
Pantelleria cuisine is a journey through authentic flavors: from the products of the earth come traditional dishes and delicious tastes.Discover the best restaurants and places of taste that tell the story and culture of the island through each course.
Mobility
Arrive in Pantelleria by plane or by sea and explore it at your own pace. Rent a car or a scooter to reach every corner of the island, or choose the bus for a more relaxed trip. For the more adventurous, cycling offers direct contact with the island’s wild nature.
Activities and services
To experience Pantelleria in complete serenity, the island provides an essential network of useful services and activities: Pharmacies, banks, rentals, transportation, information points, and tourist assistance.
Climate and weather
With its Mediterranean climate, Pantelleria offers hot, sunny summers., ideal for the sea, and pleasantly mild springs and autumns with colors and scents, perfect for hikes and wine-tasting among the vineyards. Even in winter, Pantelleria changes its face and cools down, but it still offers serene days and evocative landscapes.
Green island: sustainable vacations
Pantelleria is green. Not only in the hand-tended fields, in the Pantescan gardens, or among the rows of Zibibbo vines. It is green in the way it lives, works, and welcomes. Here, sustainability is a daily practice. Discover an island that respects its land, its water, its energy—and invites you to do the same, step by step.
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Here you will find answers to your questions about planning your trip to Pantelleria.
Pantelleria is beautiful to visit all year round. In summer you find a warm climate, perfect for the sea and boat excursions. In all seasons Pantelleria gives a welcoming, Mediterranean climate, even if breezy, and it is beautiful to explore all year round. Click here to learn about the climate and weather in Pantelleria.
To get to Pantelleria you can choose to take a plane or go by sea, taking a ferry or hydrofoil from Trapani. For more information on mobility in Pantelleria click here.
Seven days are recommended to see the main points of interest and explore the archaeological sites the island offers, without rushing and at your own pace.
The main points of interest are natural monuments such as Arco dell' Elefante and coves such as Cala Gadir with its warm waters, Cala Levante and Cala Tramontana and naturalistic sites such as the Specchio di Venere and Benikulà Cave. Also not to be missed are the archaeological sites of Sesi and Village of Mursia.
The island is not fully accessible, but you will still find facilities and resorts suitable for people with disabilities.
Yes, on Pantelleria there is the “Bernardo Nagar” Hospital located in the island’s town center, offering various healthcare services. Alternatively, it is possible to arrange air ambulance transport.
Yes, it is recommended to rent a car, scooter, or bicycle to explore the island and reach even the most remote areas. We suggest renting from local companies and booking your vehicle in advance, especially during high season. The most commonly used car on the island is a small hatchback, as it is compact, easy to handle, and well-suited to the unpaved roads found on the island.
The island can be explored by car, which is more comfortable for large groups or to reach more distant areas. A scooter is a more economical and agile option for getting around. The island can also be traversed by bike, following the National Park trails, but some routes can be a bit challenging.
Yes, it is highly recommended to book excursions and tours before your arrival, especially in the high season when demand is very high and availability may be limited.
The “dammuso” is the characteristic accommodation of Pantelleria. They are stone structures, with white domed roofs and wide walls, typical of the island. where you can also stay.
Pantelleria welcomes anyone who wishes to visit, but it is a secluded island, dominated by nature and silence. The island generally has no sandy beaches, but it offers several spots with easier sea access, such as the Bue Marino shoreline descent.
Pantelleria stands out among the Mediterranean islands because you will not find the typical sandy beach on the island. The island is characterized by rocky coves, pebble beaches, and lava esplanades. The coves are accessible via paths or by sea with boat excursions.