Isola dei Conigli
An islet facing a beach of pale sand and turquoise water, inside a nature reserve; it is the island's best-known view.
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Lampedusa: airports, things to do and where to stay
Lampedusa is the largest of the Pelagie Islands, south of Sicily and closer to Africa than to mainland Italy. It is famous for its pale sandy beaches, rocky coves and clear waters.
Lampedusa airports
From the airport to central Lampedusa
Lampedusa airport is about 2 km from central Lampedusa.
Taxi
Taxis at the airport exit; the ride to Lampedusa town takes only a few minutes. In high season it is wise to book ahead.
Ferry Porto Empedocle-Lampedusa
An alternative to flying: a ferry from Porto Empedocle (Agrigento) to Lampedusa's port, a long crossing that is often overnight.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Lampedusa?
Lampedusa is served by Lampedusa (LMP).
How far is the airport from central Lampedusa?
Lampedusa airport is about 2 km from central Lampedusa.
How do I get from the airport to central Lampedusa?
From Lampedusa airport you can take Taxi and Ferry Porto Empedocle-Lampedusa (boat). Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Lampedusa?
Highlights of Lampedusa include Isola dei Conigli, Cala Pulcino, Porto Vecchio, and Cala Guitgia.
Photo credits
- Isola dei Conigli: Luca Siragusa, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Cala Pulcino: The Cosmonaut, CC BY-SA 2.5 ca, Wikimedia Commons
- Porto Vecchio: Hein56didden, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Cala Guitgia: fab., CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons