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Chapters of the guide to Ustica Island
Ustica Island for children - what to visit
Be sure to take your child on an excursion along the coast of the island. There are objects, that you can reach only by sea. You can also go to Palermo and visit nearby islands with your kid. The aquarium Spalmatore is an amazing place, where you can go with your child. There is a rich collection of Mediterranean underwater inhabitants. Fans of diving and snorkelling will be happy to visit Ustica. The Tyrrhenian … Open

Shopping, streets and outlets
Be sure to bring a pack of pasta from Ustica. Italians have created pasta and they still create new shapes, tastes and colours of it. You can find colourful, large, small, long, round and flat pasta in the local shops. In short, there is a product at any taste. Pasta is a perfect souvenir. It is not an expensive traditionally Italian gift. Dried tomatoes are a unique delicacy in Italy. Don’t pass by … Open

Travel guide to Ustica Island
There are several archaeological excavation sites on the island. Scientists found ruins of prehistoric settlements that date back to the Bronze Age. There are also several caves, in which people lived thousands of years ago. Archaeological excavations on Ustica Island haven’t stopped for several decades already. Visitors can see the most interesting findings in the local museum. It is important to mention one … Open

Traditions and mentality of Ustica Island
Italians have their own perception of life. They live according to the quote «All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players». La passegiata is an important ritual in the life of locals. The embankments of the towns are crowded with nicely dressed people in the evenings. They have small talks, discussing weather and politics. The Islanders try to behave as masters of life, even if … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants
Pizza is a favourite dish of Ustica inhabitants. Vegetarian Caprese, classical Margarita and Pepperoni can be found in every cafe and restaurant here. What’s interesting, pizza is fast food in Italy and you can meet a person, eating a slice of pizza on the go. There is a great number of toppings, they can be meat and even sweet. Be sure to taste a local pizza with seafood. The dish is delightful because it is … Open

Attractions and active leisure
You can go for a boat trip around Ustica and reach the local grottoes and bays. It is a very exciting time spending, especially if you combine the usual sightseeing tour with a trip to one of the nearby Islands. If you are fond of fishing, there is the opportunity to fish from the shore or in the open sea, but you should remember that the waters of Ustica is a state protected area, and there are some restrictions. … Open
