Cefalu in a different light
High season runs from June through August, when summer heat, crowds, and prices peak at the beach town. The best time to visit is late spring (May–June) or early fall (September–October), when the weather's still warm and sunny but the crowds and costs have eased.
One day trip on our list, a return visit to the lovely town of Cefalù. It sits on the northern coast of Sicily, less than an hour from Palermo by train and about a two-hour drive from Castellammare. If driving, set your GPS to avoid the toll roads and drive along the coastline.
It’s history is molded from Greek, Roman, and Arabic influences and has been named a UNESCO World Heritage site.
One of our favorite spots for simply taking in its beauty is Enoteca Le Petit Tonneau, a tiny wine bar with sea views and artistic plates of cheese and meats. There are only three small tables on the balcony that looks directly onto the beach below. If you find a vacant table, take the time and enjoy a glass of rose, regardless of the time of day.
Enoteca Le Petit Tonneau
You’ll find craftsmen creating jewelry as well as a sandal maker curating men’s and women’s sandals. On Via Vittorio Emanuele is Il Sandalo Caprese, a designer showcase for footwear. With samples to choose from, they will custom-fit your desired pair. I was excited to have a pair from Sicily (to match mine made from the Poet Sandal Maker in Athens Greece); however, they were quite pricey ranging anywhere from 85 euros and upward. Each collection is beautiful and if you have the time (takes about an hour to create) and the funds, they are a grand souvenir.
Il Sandalo Caprese, a designer showcase for footwear
Cefalù is special, and even though this visit was shared with thousands, it’s circular beach frames the historic town beautifully. To experience it during the winter is just as beautiful; in fact, I think I prefer it to the heat and crowded streets and cafes.
