Cefalu Holidays - Travel Guide

Delightful Restaurants Overlooking A Rocky Coast

Cefalu is one of the Mediterranean's hidden gems, this captivating seaside town beneath a steep mountain. Cefalu has a beach, winding, narrow, medieval streets, and delightful restaurants overlooking a rocky coast.

The feel of a traditional fishing port still binds this medieval town. Centered on the handsome Norman cathedral, which dominates its main cafe-filled piazza, it also has an evocative fishing quarter and restaurant-crammed harbourside where you can still watch fresh fish being landed daily.

Set in the medieval district, Cefalù's most obvious tourist attraction is the town's Duomo, an attractive two-towered Norman cathedral. Begun in 1131, this mighty church dominates the town's rooftops. Imposing and attractive, the building's interior is decorated with lovely mosaics dating back to 1138.

Visitors can admire the picturesque alleyways and medieval buildings. A Saracen wash-house, the Lavatoio is another sight worth seeing, as is the medieval Osterio Magno, the remaining part of a large 13th-century palace.

Cefalu hotels offer a choice for most budgets from the expensive and extravagant to the cheaper end which offers traditional charm. In terms of eating out visitors are spoilt for choice with numerous cafes and restaurants serving traditional Italian cuisine.

A great choice for a break, Cefalu Holidays are such that you will want to return year after year.