Naro Private Tour: Quaint Sicilian Village of Greek Origin

Highlights

• Discover the medieval town of Naro, built on a hill near the city of Agrigento
• Admire the Church of Saint Francesco d'Assisi, a UNESCO-protected heritage site
• Visit the Church of Maria Santissima Annunziata, a Jesuit college and church
• See the Norman Cathedral, built by the Normans on a pre-existing Arab mosque
• Explore the Chiaramonte Castle and enjoy a 360° panoramic view of the valley

Description

Discover the Sicilian town of Naro on a guided tour. Explore the town's historic center, see the Church of Saint Francesco d'Assisi, and visit the Chiaramonte Castle. Learn about the town's history and legends.

Start your tour at the Town Hall with a beautiful cloister and head towards one of the most beautiful churches in Naro, the Church of Saint Francesco d'Assisi, an artistic heritage protected by UNESCO. This beautiful medieval religious building has been enriched over time by stuccoes and Baroque decorations and houses valuable works of art and a splendid eighteenth-century cloister of the Franciscan order with garden and fountain.

Walk through the historic center of Naro and admire the characteristic alleys typical of Sicilian villages, the stairways, the medieval churches with stone facades, and elegant Baroque buildings with grotesque masks adorning the balconies.

Continue by visiting the Church of Maria Santissima Annunziata, a Jesuit college that for more than a century has hosted a prestigious school with university courses. The church, built in the seventeenth century, preserves precious works from the old cathedral together with statues and decorations in the Baroque style.

Head towards the slope that takes you to the highest point of the city where the castle stands, stopping along the way with an external visit to the Norman Cathedral which still retains all its ancient charm despite only the perimeter walls remaining standing. The ancient religious building, now deconsecrated, dates back to 1100 and was built by the Normans on a pre-existing Arab mosque.

Continue the staircase to arrive at the symbolic place of Naro, the Chiaramonte Castle, declared a national monument. Built on the foundations of an Arab fort, it amazes with its perfect conservation over the centuries with the beautiful square tower 21 meters high. Visit the castle from the outside and enjoy a spectacular 360° panoramic view over the whole valley and the countryside with the vineyards.

The tour ends with the fascinating legends linked to the castle, including the mysterious story of the ghost of Madonna Giselda. A captivating experience that allows you to immerse yourself in the medieval atmosphere of Naro, among history, traditions, and breathtaking views over the surrounding valley, discovering the authentic charm of one of the most characteristic villages in Sicily.

Includes

• Private walking tour of Naro with licensed tour guide
• Admire the cloister of the Town Hall
• Visit the Church of Saint Francesco d'Assisi
• Stroll through the charming historic center
• Visit the Church of Maria Santissima Annunziata
• Explore the remains of the Norman Cathedral (external visit)
• Discover the Chiaramonte Castle (external visit)
• Enjoy the spectacular view over the surrounding valley
• Listen to the mysterious story of the ghost of Madonna Giselda

Important Information

• Wear comfortable walking shoes as there will be a lot of walking on uneven surfaces Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately Bring a camera to capture the beautiful sights Carry water to stay hydrated during the tour The castle visit involves climbing stairs, so it may not be suitable for those with mobility issues

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund