Art in Sicily is a fascinating journey through cultures, eras, and styles that have left an indelible mark on the island. From Greek temples to Norman cathedrals, Byzantine mosaics to Baroque architecture, and contemporary expressions, Sicily is an open-air museum where every stone tells a story.
In cities of art such as Palermo, Catania, Siracusa, Ragusa and Trapani, Greek, Roman, Arab, Norman, and Spanish influences coexist, creating a heritage that is unique in the world. Galleries, museums, monumental churches, historic theaters, and archaeological sites offer a rich itinerary for those who love to discover beauty in all its forms.
Alongside the masterpieces of the past, the island is home to a vibrant contemporary creative scene: street art, design, installations, cultural festivals, and spaces dedicated to young artists make Sicily a place where tradition dialogues with innovation.
A journey through Sicilian art is an experience that excites, surprises, and reveals the deep soul of the island.
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Gibellina, Capital of Contemporary Art 2026
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Agrigento, Italian Capital of Culture 2025
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Urban Art Park Badia
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STREET ART IN CATANIA, SIRACUSA AND RAGUSA
Should graffiti be considered at the same level as modern art? Of course not: they are much more important. Banksy Street art [...]
A journey into Trapani’s street art
“I just wanna make the world a better-looking place. If you don’t like it, you can paint over it!” Banksy Street art [...]
Street art in the city center: from Caltagirone to Agrigento
Street art has found a home in Sicily, transforming neighborhoods, walls, and abandoned corners into public and shared works of [...]
STREET ART IN PALERMO
Thinking about street art in Sicily, we immediately think of Palermo. Many civilisations have colonised the city of Palermo. Multiculturalism [...]
STREET ART IN MESSINA
We look at the grey suburbs, the abandoned neighbourhoods, and the illegal buildings. We may think that there is no [...]
