Filicudi
Latest update: 25 March 2023
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Of the seven Aeolian islands of Sicily, Filicudi and its closest neighbour Alicudi offer something a little different from the others.
Given the fact they take longer to reach and there aren't quite as many crossings available, they subsequently receive fewer visitors. There are around 200 permanent residents on Filicudi, spread across its nine and a half square kilometres meaning there's lots of space, peace and quiet. |
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Exploring Filicudi
There's no public transport system on the island but for the most part it can be enjoyed on foot anyway. From the port you can follow the main road to the left, clamber up the rocks to get one of the best views of the island and there are large tracts of land here to explore if you like hiking.
The port is where you'll find the small number of shops, bars, restaurants and accommodation options. You can also explore the island in the opposite direction to the main road by following the paths that wind up the hill to the small settlements where you'll find further spectacular views.
Alongside the port there's a long strip of beach with further bathing areas on the other side of the island. Arriving on Filicudi it's impossible to not feel the great sense of peace that this remote island provides and for anybody simply looking to get away from things it's the ideal destination.
There's no public transport system on the island but for the most part it can be enjoyed on foot anyway. From the port you can follow the main road to the left, clamber up the rocks to get one of the best views of the island and there are large tracts of land here to explore if you like hiking.
The port is where you'll find the small number of shops, bars, restaurants and accommodation options. You can also explore the island in the opposite direction to the main road by following the paths that wind up the hill to the small settlements where you'll find further spectacular views.
Alongside the port there's a long strip of beach with further bathing areas on the other side of the island. Arriving on Filicudi it's impossible to not feel the great sense of peace that this remote island provides and for anybody simply looking to get away from things it's the ideal destination.
How to get to Filicudi
The fastest direct connection to Filicudi from the Sicilian mainland is via the port town of Milazzo. From there it takes 2 hours and 15 minutes by hydrofoil and there are also crossings available from Palermo which take just a little longer, around 2 hours 30 minutes.
If you're island-hopping the Aeolians you can get here from Lipari in 55 minutes or from nearby Alicudi in just 25 minutes.
The fastest direct connection to Filicudi from the Sicilian mainland is via the port town of Milazzo. From there it takes 2 hours and 15 minutes by hydrofoil and there are also crossings available from Palermo which take just a little longer, around 2 hours 30 minutes.
If you're island-hopping the Aeolians you can get here from Lipari in 55 minutes or from nearby Alicudi in just 25 minutes.
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Province: Metropolitan City of Messina
Region: Sicily Population: around 200 Size: 9.5 km² Highlights: tranquility, beaches, hiking Recommended accommodation: Hotel Ravesi (Salina) Arrival port: Filicudi Porto
Journey time from Sicilian mainland: 2 hrs 15 mins (from Milazzo) Distance from nearest Sicilian mainland port: 71 km |
Arrive by: ferry, hydrofoil
Arrive from: Milazzo, Palermo, Alicudi, Lipari, Salina, Vulcano Fly to: Catania Airport, Palermo Airport, Naples Airport |
