Specchio di Venere
A lake of volcanic origin in a crater, with turquoise water and areas of mud and thermal water.
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Pantelleria: airports, things to do and where to stay
Pantelleria is a volcanic island in the Strait of Sicily, closer to Tunisia than to Sicily, with a rugged landscape, terraced zibibbo vineyards, natural hot springs and stone houses called dammusi.
Pantelleria airports
From the airport to central Pantelleria
Pantelleria airport is about 4 km from central Pantelleria.
Taxi
Taxis at the airport exit; the ride to Pantelleria town takes about 10 min. In season it is wise to book ahead.
Ferry Trapani-Pantelleria
An alternative to flying: a ferry from Trapani to Pantelleria's port, with a crossing of several hours.
Pantelleria
Things to do in Pantelleria
Arco dell'Elefante
A volcanic rock arch by the sea whose outline recalls an elephant's head drinking.
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Dammusi
The traditional lava-stone houses with domed roofs, surrounded by vineyards and terraced fields.
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Cala Gadir
A small bay on the coast, known for its thermal waters by the sea, ideal for a swim.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Pantelleria?
Pantelleria is served by Pantelleria (PNL).
How far is the airport from central Pantelleria?
Pantelleria airport is about 4 km from central Pantelleria.
How do I get from the airport to central Pantelleria?
From Pantelleria airport you can take Taxi and Ferry Trapani-Pantelleria (boat). Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Pantelleria?
Highlights of Pantelleria include Specchio di Venere, Arco dell'Elefante, Dammusi, and Cala Gadir.
Photo credits
- Specchio di Venere: mauro from PAVIA, ITALIA, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Arco dell'Elefante: Pannucci Stefano, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Dammusi: Sabbo65, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Cala Gadir: Mediterranean.web, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons