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Explore Ragusa

Things to Do  

Let The Train Take The Strain

Let The Train Take The Strain, Ragusa

 rosata Says:  A tourist train runs around Ragusa Ibla frequently. I think it starts in the Car Park at the entrance. We prefer to walk but next time I am there I'll get proper details. 

The Castle of Donnafugata

The Castle of Donnafugata, Ragusa

 matt8715 Says:  This castle has a particular history bound to its name, that means "the escaped woman".Recently renovated its not always open to the public. If you plan to visit it would be best to contact the local tourist office to get up to date information on opening days and hours. 

Hotels  

Hotels  

B&B Risveglio Ibleo: Good awakening, but try to get the rooms in the ma

B&B Risveglio Ibleo: Good awakening, but try to get the rooms in the ma, Ragusa

 gmg61 Says:  This B&B is located in the centre of Ragusa Ibla, the ancient, baroque, magnificent part of Ragusa. They have 4 apartments, two in the main building (an old and beautiful palace) and two on the back of it. We got one of these, and they were just OK. Wen we went for breakfast... 

Restaurants  

Gelati DiVini: Don't Miss The Cerasuolo Gelato!

Gelati DiVini: Don't Miss The Cerasuolo Gelato!, Ragusa

 rosata Says:  Gelateria selling special flavoured ice creams - ask for a little taste, un assaggio, before making a final choice.Cerasuolo wine MoscatoRoseViolaCarruba (carob)LiquiriziaCannellaGocce verdi (olive oil)Cioccolato al PepperoncinoRiccotta, Fantasia di Limone, Mela Verde, Mela... 

Fefe's Cantina: Tex Mex Restaurant

Fefe's Cantina: Tex Mex Restaurant, Ragusa

 matt8715 Says:  A novelty to Ragusa this is the first tex-mex restaurant to open in Ragusa.It is located in the Ipercoop Shopping Center a few kilometers off the town itself, and serves tex-mex food in the evenings only, while at lunch it is open as a self service restaurant serving... 

Ai Lumi: Better the ambience than the food

Ai Lumi: Better the ambience than the food, Ragusa

 gmg61 Says:  This restaurant is in a nice location, in the main square of Ragusa Ibla. The interior is also nice.But...We ad to wait long before getting a cheese plate (that was good) while the pasta wasn't really the best I've ever had 

Il Baglio/La Pergola: Classy Reastaurant

Il Baglio/La Pergola: Classy Reastaurant, Ragusa

 matt8715 Says:  A classy but not intimidating restaurant set in an old renovated farm estate located at the skirts of the town, serves excellent italian food, mixing the traditional sicilian and italian flavours with the great creativity of the chef that is able to create excellent dishes. 

La Cantinita: Mexican Reastaurant

La Cantinita: Mexican Reastaurant, Ragusa

 matt8715 Says:  This is the first mexican restaurant to open in Ragusa, or to be precise Marina di Ragusa, the seaside couterpart of Ragusa where almost all of the population of the town moves during summer.Despite being in a summer town, almost deserted during winter months, this... 

Il Giro di Vite: Innovative

Il Giro di Vite: Innovative, Ragusa

 matt8715 Says:  Il Giro di Vite was born as a wine bar, offering a very good selection of wines and also beers.Also serves very good food that differs from the traditional italian food letting you try new tastes.The ambient is modern and is made up of a few small rooms and a large inside... 

La Cina: Chinese Restaurant

La Cina: Chinese Restaurant, Ragusa

 matt8715 Says:  This is the only chinese (or for that matter asian) restaurant in Ragusa.It is family run by very welcoming and nice chinese family that settled here.The menu is a traditional chinese menu, there are no elaborate dishes apart from the famous "Anatra Laccata" (anyone wants to... 

Transportation  

Taxis

Taxis, Ragusa

 matt8715 Says:  Taxis are not really popular in Ragusa as almost everyone has a car or a scooter, more popular with the young population. So there is no public taxi network.You can however find some private cabs by going to Piazza Liberta' where there is a taxi stand, or try by looking on... 

Buses

Buses, Ragusa

 matt8715 Says:  Getting to Ragusa might not be as easy as getting to other major towns. If you arrived in Sicily at Catania Airport, the chepest way to get to Ragusa is by bus. You can take it straight from the airport.If you don't have a car the easiest way to get around Ragusa is by bus.... 

Shopping  

Latterie Riunite: Don't miss local cheese
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The shop is the direct selling spot of the local milk factory, it is in fact located in the industrial district.

What to buy: Here you can get the world famous "Caciocavallo Ragusano" also knows as just "Ragusano" as well as other local cheeses like the "Provola" or the famous "Mozzarella" at a very cheap price, directly from the manufacturer.

Written Jun 15, 2008

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Local Customs  

No food late at night
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If you had a night out to pubs, clubs or discos and you get the munchies, know that it is impossible to find something to eat (or drink for that matter) after 3 am or before on some days.
So get something ready for your late night munchies during the day.

Written Jun 15, 2008

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Off The Beaten Path  

Ibla Movie Tour
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For all the movie buffs who enjoy Italian films the streets of Ragusa Ibla have plaques marking location shots.

Updated Oct 21, 2012

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