Villa Teti

It’s unlikely that you will ever tire of the beach, its lively bar scene and myriad watersports opportunities, but should this unlikely situation arise, ship the whole family off to Acqua Verde (10 minutes’ drive) for a day on the water slides and wave machines. If that’s not high-octane enough, head inland to Zipline Sicilia (an hour and five minutes) for dramatic swoops over a steep hillside on zipwires. Still in the hills, stop off at the ruins of Abbazia di San Giorgio (35 minutes) for views to the coastline, then drive up into the Parco delle Madonie (an hour) for hiking adventures. Follow the Piano Cervi route for the chance to see elusive wild boar, and take a refreshing dip in the clear waters of Laghetto Mandria del Conte (50 minutes) after your exertions. Fancy exploring Palermo (an hour by train)? Tour the cathedral (formerly a mosque built in the eighth century), admire the Arabic and Byzantine architecture in Piazza Bellini and spot the vivid ceiling mosaics in Santa Maria dell’Ammiraglio church. Culture attended to, hit the beach at Mondello or sip an espresso while people-watching in enchanting, baroque-era Quattro Canti piazza.