Marsala Old Town
Marsala centro storico
A historic harbor town known for Garibaldi's landing and Marsala fortified wine, with white stone streets and baroque squares
Marsala is the site of Lilybaeum, an ancient Carthaginian city. In 1860, Garibaldi's “Expedition of the Thousand” landed here, launching the unification of Italy. The old town is entered through Porta Garibaldi, and a stone-paved main street leads to Piazza della Repubblica and Marsala Cathedral. Nearby are a tapestry museum and an archaeological park with Roman remains. The town is full of wine bars where you can taste local Marsala fortified wine. It is about 30 km from Trapani, reachable by train or bus, and makes a good day trip together with Mozia and the lagoon.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Museo Archeologico Baglio Anselmi
- Cantine Florio
- Mozia (Motya)
- Stagnone Lagoon & Saline Ettore e Infersa
- Cala Azzurra
- Bue Marino
- Cala Rossa
- Favignana