Cheap 5-Day Sicily Road Trip from Palermo to Agrigento

Your exciting road trip through Italy starts when you reach the incredible city of Palermo, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Palermo and begin your adventure in Sicily.

Palermo is a popular cheap holiday destination in Italy with something to offer every traveler. More than a city in Italy, Palermo is also a great place to find top-rated budget accommodations. You'll find many of these accommodations close to bustling markets and cultural attractions.

Going on cheap, budget vacations in Sicily shouldn’t stop anyone from dining at top-rated restaurants and bars. More than just an affordable travel destination, Palermo is also home to a variety of excellent dining spots. When it’s time for a meal, we recommend you try some of the city's best places to eat and drink.

Sikulo is an excellent example. Here, you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,344 customers.

Locale is another great restaurant option for budget travelers. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,715 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Trattoria Ai Cascinari, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,545 reviews.

If you’re not ready to call it a day, pop into the top-rated Bar Touring. This bar is considered one of the best in Palermo and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,888 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Ristorante La Galleria, rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,103 customers. Alternatively, go to Mak Mixology. This is one of the most frequently recommended bars in Palermo and boasts an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 893 reviews.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and a cheap holiday experience in Sicily!

Day 2 means another chance to make the best memories in this cheap holiday destination in Sicily, Palermo. So buckle up and prepare to be blown away by the city of Palermo!

Keen to do something new and one-of-a-kind today? There are many experiences you can add to your cheap vacation package. Check out all the budget-friendly activities and tours below and bag a cheap holiday deal.

Going on cheap, budget vacations in Sicily shouldn’t stop anyone from dining at top-rated restaurants and bars. More than just an affordable travel destination, Palermo is also home to a variety of excellent dining spots. When it’s time for a meal, we recommend you try some of the city's best places to eat and drink.

Osteria Mercede is an excellent example. Here, you can enjoy good food and service at affordable prices. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,185 customers.

I Sapori del Mare is another great restaurant option for budget travelers. This restaurant serves a variety of delicious and savory meals at low prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 943 customers.

Locals enjoy dining at Trattoria Del Massimo, and you might want to check it out too. This restaurant has an exciting menu and an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 1,103 reviews.

Visit Palermo Football Store, an excellent place to enjoy a couple of drinks. This bar is one of the locals’ favorite hangout spots and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 794 customers.

Ristorante Pizzeria Italia serves various snacks and drinks at affordable prices, making it another great bar option for budget travelers in Palermo. Customers have rated Ristorante Pizzeria Italia an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 804 reviews.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Sicily with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Sicily!

Day 3 of your road trip across Sicily offers you the chance to visit 2 popular cheap holiday destinations in the country, including Palermo and Agrigento. You'll conclude your sightseeing and exploration in Agrigento.

Start your day with a visit to Norman Palace. This extraordinary museum is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,949 visitors.

Next, make your way to Palermo Cathedral. This top attraction is a cathedral with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 35,799 visitors.

We also recommend a visit to Orto botanico di Palermo. This botanical garden is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,568 travelers.

If you’re keen to keep exploring, visit Catacombe dei Cappuccini. This highly recommended sightseeing destination has received an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 10,859 travelers.

When you’re ready to jump back into the car and say goodbye to Palermo, you’ll hit the road in the direction of Agrigento. This drive usually takes around 1 hour 56 min. When you arrive, enjoy some sightseeing.

Agrigento offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Sicily. Whether you're in need of a quick break from your activities or seeking a comfortable place to rest, rest assured you'll find a welcoming and affordable option in the city.

Indulge in the culinary wonders of Agrigento, where exceptional dining and drinking experiences await at unbeatable prices. Explore the city's diverse venues, ensuring a memorable culinary journey for every visitor.

One place locals and cheap holiday-goers recommend is Yellove RistoVintage. This restaurant is known for its delicious and comforting foods and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 520 customers.

Le Cuspidi is another popular restaurant you can eat at to ensure an affordable and pleasant vacation. This restaurant serves good food at low prices and has an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 4,326 customers.

Ambasciata di Sicilia has a menu of appetizing and reasonably priced meals, so you might want to check it out too. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 710 reviews.

A road trip vacation in Palermo can’t get any better than this! Toast to another amazing day in this cheap holiday destination in Sicily!

Day 4 of your road trip across Sicily is another proof that cheap holidays in Sicily can indeed provide you an extraordinary travel experience. Today's agenda includes exploring 4 wonderful destinations — San Vito Lo Capo, Castellammare del Golfo, Xitta, and Palermo.

Fasten your seatbelt and make your way to your next stop. Xitta, home to many well-known sights in the region, is a lovely destination on today’s itinerary. Keep in mind that your travel time from Agrigento to Xitta may take around 2 hours 8 min without traffic disruptions. Upon arrival, we highly recommend checking out some of the top attractions.

Make Belvedere Castellammare del Golfo your first stop of the day. Previous visitors have rated this point of interest an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 4,863 reviews.

Next up, make a stop at Marina di Castellammare del Golfo. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,384 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this point of interest every year.

Continue your road trip and head to your next destination, Palermo. This car ride takes around 58 min.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget-friendly accommodations in the city of Palermo. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Palermo, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

When it’s time to eat, treat yourself to a lovely meal without paying more than necessary. Palermo has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday-goers.

One musty-try restaurant is Il Cambusone. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 805 customers.

Il Culinario is an excellent alternative with an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 758 reviews. Il Culinario is known for its delicious meals that will surely satisfy your hunger.

Another of the best places to eat in the area is Eremiti Restaurant. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 601 customers because of their good food, service, and ambiance.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in Palermo, CUMA Natural Bar & Fresh Market. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 509 customers.

Travelers and locals alike also recommend Malox Cult. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,581 customers.

Monkey pub is another popular place for a drink, considered one of the best in the city. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,167 customers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Sicily with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Sicily!

Your budget road trip vacation in Sicily is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Palermo.

Optimize your last day in Sicily and go on a shopping spree in Palermo’s shopping center. This bustling commercial district is conveniently located near your lodging, granting you leisure time to roam and explore its assortment of establishments.

If you love the adrenaline rush of hunting for the best offers and deals in Sicily, you’re in for a treat. A variety of goods and gifts await your discovery.

Before you conclude your road trip in Sicily, drop by another restaurant for a last chance at a memorable dining experience in Palermo.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Palermo, consider a top-rated restaurant like Ristorante Ai Normanni. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 534 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Palermo. Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Sicily!