The city of Palermo, in Sicily, is a stunning place that is full of Arab-Norman architectural gems, elegant churches and palaces, fascinating attractions, and more. If you have found a vacation rental in Sicily, a visit to Palermo is highly recommended and, while you're in the area, you should also make your way to the nearby seaside resort of Mondello. It is just a short drive from the centre of the Sicilian capital and is more or less a suburb of the city. While often very busy as it is a famously beautiful beach, it is just that, famously beautiful, and, therefore, worth visiting. You'll find both locals and tourists alike, enjoying the turquoise waters, soft sands, and pretty surrounding neighbourhood featuring Liberty-style villas built in the early 20th century.
Long and curving, topped by powdery white sand, sloping down to the crystal clear turquoise sea, dotted by pastel-coloured changing cabins, full of families, groups of elderly ladies, teens bunking school, the beach is both a beautiful place and a culture in its own right. Beloved for generations and very much part of local life, it is a lively and bustling place with plenty of character and a great atmosphere.
Long and curving, topped by powdery white sand, sloping down to the crystal clear turquoise sea, dotted by pastel-coloured changing cabins, full of families, groups of elderly ladies, teens bunking school, the beach is both a beautiful place and a culture in its own right. Beloved for generations and very much part of local life, it is a lively and bustling place with plenty of character and a great atmosphere.
Come splash in the water, enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere, hire a pedal-boat and explore the bay, lay out on a sun-lounger under a parasol with a great book, and eat on the waterfront with views over the stunning beach.
To get there, the easiest way is to drive or take a taxi. You can also take a bus from Palermo, though the public transport in the city is famously unreliable and stressful. Buses 806 and 833 run to Mondello from Politeama and Piazza Sturzo and get there within half an hour to 45 minutes, depending on the traffic, and cost a little over a euro. You can also take a water taxi but that can be very competitive and will cost €25-30.
Also, bear in mind that that there are free sections of the beach but it is probably worth forking out the €10-12 for a sunbed in one of the private areas for the facilities and comparative calm and relaxation that these areas afford.
One of the finest beaches in Italy, this is a must-see for anyone spending time in and around Palermo.
To get there, the easiest way is to drive or take a taxi. You can also take a bus from Palermo, though the public transport in the city is famously unreliable and stressful. Buses 806 and 833 run to Mondello from Politeama and Piazza Sturzo and get there within half an hour to 45 minutes, depending on the traffic, and cost a little over a euro. You can also take a water taxi but that can be very competitive and will cost €25-30.
Also, bear in mind that that there are free sections of the beach but it is probably worth forking out the €10-12 for a sunbed in one of the private areas for the facilities and comparative calm and relaxation that these areas afford.
One of the finest beaches in Italy, this is a must-see for anyone spending time in and around Palermo.