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Things to see in Alcamo (Italy): 20 places and when to go
Alcamo is a town in Italy, and this site lists 20 places in and around it, mainly History (7), Temples (6), Nature (4). The best known are Segesta, Gulf of Castellammare and Castle of the Counts of Modica. The best time to come is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 14 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 23. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Italy · 37.9812, 12.9671
- Places
- 20 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (7) · Temples (6) · Nature (4) · Mountains (2) · Food and drink (2) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- March to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to February and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- CTA Catania, 193 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Monte Inici, at 1,064 m.
What to see in Alcamo
The places in and around Alcamo, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- SegestaAncient city12 km
- Gulf of CastellammareBody of water15 km
- Castle of the Counts of ModicaCastle in Alcamo, Italy183 m
- Calatubo CastleCastle in Alcamo, Italy4.1 km
- Mount BonifatoMountain in Italy3.0 km
- Monte IniciMountain in Italy9.7 km
- Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta, AlcamoChurch building in Alcamo, Italy130 m
- Doric temple of SegestaRuins13 km
- San Francesco d'Assisi, AlcamoChurch in Alcamo, Italy139 m
- Roman furnaces in AlcamoArchaeological site in Province of Trapani, Italy6.9 km
- Sanctuary of Madonna del PonteChurch building in Partinico, Italy8.8 km
- Chiesa di Sant'Antonio di PadovaChurch building in Castellammare del Golfo, Italy9.0 km
- Nature Reserve Bosco di AlcamoProtected area in Italy (EUAP0371)3.1 km
- Castello EufemioCastle in Calatafimi-Segesta, Italy12 km
- Chiesa della Madonna del Rosario (Castellammare del Golfo)Church building in Castellammare del Golfo, Italy9.2 km
- Tonnara of ScopelloHistory16 km
- Acquapark MonrealeWith kids27 km
- Cantina BadalàWinery11 km
- Kaggera socetà cooperativaWinery11 km
- Polle del CrimisoHot spring bath6.5 km
When to go to Alcamo
The best time to visit Alcamo is March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:39
- FebPossible10:35
- MarBest time11:42
- AprBest time12:59
- MayBest time14:03
- JunBest time14:37
- JulPossible14:23
- AugPossible13:28
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time10:59
- NovPossible9:54
- DecPossible9:23
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 23. In April, 20 of the 20 places are at their best.
When to go to Italy in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Alcamo
The nearest main airport is Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA, Catania), 193 km as the crow flies. How to get around Italy (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- San Giuseppe Jato13 places20 km
- Partanna11 places28 km
- Erice18 places34 km
- Palermo108 places37 km
- Sambuca di Sicilia13 places39 km
- Marsala28 places50 km
And all of Italy, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Alcamo?
The best known: Segesta, Gulf of Castellammare, Castle of the Counts of Modica, Calatubo Castle, Mount Bonifato. In all, 20 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Alcamo?
March to June and September to October; also possible: November to February and July to August. In June there are 14 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 23.
How do you get to Alcamo?
The nearest main airport is Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), 193 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Alcamo as the destination and these 20 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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