An open air museum; one of a kind. Its incredible how the artist managed to carve out stone to create these faces and caves. It's not well sign posted or promoted either, however, we found it easily with google maps.

Interesting collection of stoney heads crafted by one artist through many years. An example of an obsession.

I’ve given this place two stars because I did not find this place personally enchanting, I am not the biggest art fan, but I can usually make some sort of understanding & appreciation of most things, even the place admits they don’t know what the artists inspiration was or why he carved faces carved in stone & trees. The grounds are nice & very well kept, make sure you bring cash to pay as the card machine struggles with connection.

Fascinating place which cannot be compared to any museum or other "arty" location. Go there when it's quiet. You enter a magical world of a self taught sculptor who created around 3000 heads in stone and some in tree trunks. Apparently he suffered some head injuries in a fight in the US (+ brain damage?) and upon return to Sciaccia lived a secluded life, creating his own world and refusing to sell any of his works.

To see the the beauty of stones and the imagination Mr Bentivegna put into his outsider art put us in another place for the time while there. You forget about what's going on and take in the quietness and passion of his garden. Some might have made fun of his talent but he saw something that no person could model for.

Great place to visit. Creepy but fascinating. It would be perfect, if someone could help tourists with the history of this amizing place.

Interesting surprising insight into the mind and work of Art Brut artist Bentivegna

Enchanted unique place, you can't miss it!

(Translated by Google) Apart from the fact that when we arrived (about 10pm) the waiters told us that the dough for making the pizzas was finished and I was forced to take a family ... leaving that alone, I can say that the pizza was not very good, too much mozzarella and hard dough It was also brought after sooooo long time, ok now I'm finished if you want you can go anyway and try ... it may be that I was unlucky who went there just right the night when it was bad and they didn't even have the dough (Original) A parte il fatto che quando siamo arrivati (all'incirca verso le 22.00) i camerieri ci hanno detto che l'impasto per fare le pizze era finito e sono stata costretta a prendere una familiare...lasciando stare ciò, posso dire che la pizza non era molto buona, troppa mozzarella e l'impasto duro Inoltre è stata portata dopo moooooolto tempo, ok adesso ho finito se volete potete andare lo stesso e provate... può darsi che sarò stata sfigata io che ci sono andata giusto giusto la sera in cui era brutta e non avevano neanche l'impasto

(Translated by Google) Beautiful palace, in which there are all the typical architectural references of Sicilian medieval noble palaces, with Renaissance references, after all it dates back to the early sixteenth century. (Original) Bel palazzo, in cui vi sono tutti i riferimenti architettonici tipici dei palazzi nobiliari medievali Siciliani, con richiami rinascimentali, dopotutto risale ai primi del cinquecento.

(Translated by Google) The visual impact is really pleasant. Some restoration is needed, now partially underway on the portal. It could have a good future. (Original) L’impatto visivo è davvero piacevole. Necessità di un po’ di restauro, ora parzialmente in corso sul portale. Potrebbe avere un buon futuro.

(Translated by Google) We returned after a month to this pizzeria this time there were 20 of us, fabulous calzoni and arancine were not denied, the seafood pizza with fresh fish and abundant seasoning, excellent service in particular the Maitre Marco very kind and nice, honest prices, highly recommended local if you are in Sciacca. (Original) Siamo ritornati dopo un mese in questa pizzeria questa volta eravamo in 20, non si sono smentiti calzoni e arancine favolose la pizza ai frutti di mare col pesce fresco e condimento abbondante, servizio ottimo in particolare il Maitre Marco gentilissimo e simpatico, prezzi onesti , consigliatissimo locale se vi trovate a Sciacca.

(Translated by Google) Ancient Sciacca palace with rusticated facade typical of fortresses. It seems that only the external appearance has remained almost unchanged despite the interior that has been remodeled several times. (Original) Antico palazzo saccense con facciata bugnata tipica delle fortezze. Sembra che solo l'aspetto esteriore sia rimasto quasi immutato a dispetto dell'interno più volte rimaneggiato.

It's a nice piece of Sciacca history. The castle was smaller than we thought. Beautiful view of the ocean, and town. Short walk. We weren't able to go up the tower. But I bet at night it lights up and is beautiful to dine in.

They will charge you 3€ even though it is 15 minutes before closing time. I walked all the way up here but was not allowed a little peak inside. My only day i Sciacca so I can't come back.

Pretty underappreciated place with small amounts of tourists! A very nice view from the castle walls! You can make great photos from there! The castle itself is pretty much in ruins, but there is a tower still standing with some historical and recreated weaponry and armor. I also liked the recounting of the castle's past, which you can read at the entrance.

Dit is niet open om te bezoeken en ligt ook niet mooi voor een foto. Derhalve niet de moeite waard. De haven daarentegen wel. Is 10 min rijden en geeft in de ochtend een mooi uitzicht op de stad met (bij glad water) een mooie reflectie in het water. (Translated by Google) This is not open to visits and is not a good location for a photo. Therefore not worth it. The port, on the other hand, does. It is a 10-minute drive and gives a beautiful view of the city in the morning with (on smooth water) a beautiful reflection in the water.

Small castle but worth a quick visit. There are a number of small displays (the male chastity belt will raise eyebrows) and it has excellent views of the sea.

Niet echt veel te zien. (Translated by Google) Not really much to see.

Just ok

Zeer vriendelijke mensen maar het museum zelf is zeer klein. Wel leuk om te zien hoe in deze regio carnaval wordt gevierd. De praalwagens zijn echt prachtig maar in het museum zijn alleen miniaturen te zien. Wij zochten een activiteit op een regenachtige dag en zijn hier niet langer dan 30 minuten geweest. Entree was gratis maar dat is niet altijd zo geloof ik. (Translated by Google) Very friendly people but the museum itself is very small. It's nice to see how carnival is celebrated in this region. The floats are really beautiful, but only miniatures can be seen in the museum. We were looking for an activity on a rainy day and we weren't here for more than 30 minutes. Entrance was free, but I believe that is not always the case.

Nice hidden gem of a museum. Carnival is a major holiday in Sciacca and if you can't be around for the actual celebration; this seems to be the next best thing.

Closed, looks like forever...the building was empty. :(

(Translated by Google) Entrance is free. It is a fairly small museum where the most sensational floats of the Sciacca carnival are reconstructed in miniature. There would also be a video, but it doesn't always work. (Original) L’ingresso è gratuito. È un museo abbastanza piccolo ove sono ricostruiti, in miniatura, i carri più eclatanti del carnevale di Sciacca. Ci sarebbe anche un video, ma non sempre funziona.

(Translated by Google) We left Marsala specifically to visit this museum, after making sure it was open by looking at the appropriate page with timetables and everything... we arrive on time and find the gate open with 2 elderly people sitting outside, obviously we asked them for information and we they said it was closed for construction... but is it normal that the municipality or whoever manages it doesn't communicate?! They knew it and in fact they were there specifically to check I don't know what since entering through the gate there is only a children's playground in the middle of the undergrowth! Compliments! (Original) Ci siamo partiti appositamente da Marsala per visitare questo museo, dopo esserci assicurati che fosse aperto guardando l'apposita pagina con orari e tutto.. arriviamo in orario e troviamo il cancello aperto con 2 anziani seduti fuori, ovviamente abbiamo chiesto a loro informazioni e ci hanno detto che era chiuso per lavori in corso..ma è normale che il comune o chiunque lo gestisce non fa comunicazione?! Loro lo sapevano e infatti erano là appositamente per controllare non so che cosa dato che entrando dal cancello c'è solo un parco giochi per bambini in mezzo alla sterpaglia! Complimenti!

(Translated by Google) One of a kind. Worth seeing. (Original) Uniko nel suo genere.Da vedere.

(Translated by Google) It is closed because it does not comply with safety regulations. But the work hasn't even started so who knows when it will be possible to visit it. However, in the garden there is a beautiful children's playground and that is open (Original) È chiuso perché non rispetta la normativa di sicurezza. Ma i lavori non sono nemmeno iniziati per cui chissà quando sarà possibile visitarlo. Nel giardino c'è però un bellissimo parco giochi per bambini e quello è aperto

(Translated by Google) Well-kept but not very rich museum. Find the essentials (Original) Museo ben tenuto ma poco ricco. Trovi l'essenziale

Lovely food good service thought it a bit much for 1 small round of brunette at 4 euros normally you get 4 slices this was the smallest slice of bread I had saw

We had the set Xmas lunch. Superb food carefully selected for combinations of flavours. Excellent service.

Menu looks nice. But level of quality of dishes vs. preferable by me "Al Faro Trattoria" (distance is 500m) as like 3/5. Good service don't have a chance to covering kitchen quality.

Excellent seafood and service. We eat here multiple times when we’re in Sciacca on extended vacations

Service quite unprofessional and less than average food - for foreign tourists

We stayed in the Sciacca area for vacation recently and our hotel butler advised us that Porto San Paola was a great spot nearby that many locals would eat at for a consistently good dining and servicing experience. They made us a reservation same day for dinner and we arrived promptly at our dining time and were seated immediately at a table overlooking the water and city. The views are purely stunning for sunset! The servers were all so nice and I believe it's a small family owned establishment, and I think the owners were also waiting on us at some point during the meal. All of the restaurant employees were so nice, welcoming, and offered to answer any questions we had on the menu. We started with a bottle of white wine and it was amazing! I think most wines of their menu were less than 25 euros a bottle. They also provided us with a basket of bread to start complimentary as well. We started with Panelle to start as an appetizer (little chickpea fritters, they were amazing! 5 euros for I believe they were 5 fritters). We also ordered the Busiate alla Norma (13 euros, this was the best and freshest pasta you could imagine, truly amazing and they split it for us in the kitchen and was plenty big for two people to share). For entrees, we both ordered the Filetto di pesce fresco (fresh fish filet, 20 euros), and included a few small vegetables as well. We also ended with a Canolli for desert, and OMG it was the best cannoli I've ever had. I believe it was 3 euros and the flavor was out of this world. We split the cannoli in two, but I think I could have eaten two of them just myself! I really felt like we were eating in a Michelin starred restaurant, the food quality and preparation were amazing, along with the service was very white glove as well. If you're in the Sciacca area, definitely give them a try!

We have never felt less welcome in Sicily. We didn't have a reservation, but there was only one table occupied when we arrived and at least five were still available when we left, yet the waiter acted as if it was a nuisance to seat us. We weren't even offered the wine menu, so we drank just water. Our question for a fish recommendation was met with a shrug and "get what you want". Ok, we don't speak much Italian, but elsewhere on the entire island that didn't matter much. The food was ok, but that only goes to show that's only half of the experience. The only female waiter was much nicer than the men, but we felt relieved after we left and somehow I don't think that's what a restaurant should manage. I wish we had taken our business elsewhere.

By far one of the best restaurants. In all my trips to Italy, this has been the best so far. The vegan food was world-class. Thank you

We originally tried to go to Lampara restaurant as it was the first restaurant we saw but were shunned away as they were busy? Luckily from there balcony we saw another restaurant which was Porto San Paolo & headed towards it, when we arrived we approached some stairs &!went up, the restaurant was very busy, we were greeted by a friendly woman, table for 2 we said yes & was given a table overlooking the port, we were was that the kitchen was closing early that day as it was public holiday which wasn’t a problem for us, the food arrived in a good time we were given freshly made gressini was beautiful to tame our hunger, I had a traditional siciliano pasta with swordfish & basil pesto which was amazing. Overall the food was great the restaurant staff were friendly the views were amazing, I will definitely be back.

This restaurant has the best view and the food is also really good! I had the fried sea bass with vegetables and it was delicious. Service was excellent! Quite the walk down and up again from the city but well worth it! Recommend this restaurant!

Food was all very nice however the prices and portion sizes are abysmal. A side salad consisted of 3 olives and about 10 leaves of rocket. 25€ for about 4 bites of fish. I’ve never left a restaurant hungrier and 50€ poorer than when I entered. Ordering a piece of fish literally means a piece of small fish, no side dishes or embellishments. Very disappointing.

This was fantastic place. Beautiful table overlooking there terrace and the marina, fine dining room, great menu and wine list, with impeccable service. One of the best places so far on our trip

Came with two small kids for dinner at 7 - staff was very helpful although we made a mess... food was excellent, especially the fettuccine with lobster. spectacular view on the sea and the harbor.

Top notch restaurant. Must experience ,food and wine is exceptional Excellent service and info on wine provided. Their Grappa selection also amazing. Gets busy so book early to avoid disappointment. Nice view over the harbour and parking close by, steps to old town right next door. Probably for me best in Sciacca.

Poetry for the soul and the palate. Never tasted something like Mazara’s shrimps, it’s an indescribable experience. If you’re visiting Sciacca this one is a must.

This is an unexpected place - second floor, discreet entrance - but possibly the best restaurant in Sciacca. Raw red shrimp and scampi are highly, highly recommended. Top notch seafood. Excellent wine list. Maria should take good care of you.

The best food we had in Sciacca and probably the best service too. On the expensive side but worth it.

Great service, great wines ! Unfortunately the food did not meet our expectations, they have great ideas and GREAT quality but the chef did not know how to handle them and the food became flat and boring.

Slightly scruffy neighbourhood but very nice restaurant. Brilliant (mostly fish) dishes, exceedingly helpful staff, and nice seating on the balcony. The tuna was especially nice as well as the welcome small bites. Impressive wine list as well. Would definitely come back.

W has a very good Sunday lunch here. Food and service excellent.

Food good, not the excellence you would expect from this type of place and for the price. The anelli pasta was so salty I couldn’t finish. The behaviour of the staff ruined the whole experience. Made reservation through the Fork and confirmed at 8 pm the night before (via call). Apparently they tried to call again the day of the dinner (even though I had no missed calls) and since I didn’t pick up they cancelled my reservation. Arrived on time, not seated for another hour because my reservation was cancelled by the owner even though I had confirmed with them the night before. Not even a drink or coffee offered as a gesture and no apology from any staff, only defensive attitude and rudeness throughout the whole dinner.

Excellent food, very quiet when we arrived for lunch post-COVID. The raw fish starter was phenomenal and so fresh. The risotto was perfectly balanced. And the steamed fish was so fresh and floral and interestingly flavored.

Absolutely fantastic, Sicilian faire. Beautiful linens and fantastic service. The bacon octopus anti pasti was sublime and the monk fish medallions were magnificent. One must have the amazing Sicilian bread and young Olive oil. Highly recommended.

Exceptional customer experience. They were able to accommodate us with out a reservation on the weekend night and did so very graciously. All dishes were excellent and the wine list superb! Strongly suggest that you reserve.

Exceptional cooking. The seafood was tremendous, they also have a good range of vegetarian dishes and a set menu. All local produce used which is why it tastes so fresh. The waiters were also exceptional, really friendly, great English and made some super recommendations. Would highly recommend this place we loved it 😀

Small and quaint but the food is great. Only 8 tables in the restaurant so a reservation is a must. Very clean and quiet. The food is wonderful, and the local dessert to Sciacca is a must.

On point. Attention to detail. L’accoglienza. The food. Service. Atmosphere. It all came together. Highly recommended.

Delicious food and excellent service. Very attentive staff. Would love to come back.

Pizzeria accogliente e pulita . Vasta scelta di tavola calda. Buona la pizza . Rapporto qualità-prezzo eccellente. La consiglio

(Translated by Google) Incredibly tasty pizza! The waiter was very nice and tried hard. No problems with communication despite language barrier :) (Original) Unglaublich leckere Pizza! Der Kellner war sehr nett und bemüht. Trotz Sprachbarriere keine Probleme mit der Kommunikation :)

Best to go early or book a table gets very busy with locals on Friday and Saturday Night. Food was great and not to expensive.

(Translated by Google) We had a super nice evening with incredibly delicious food. The pizza was extremely good even by Italian standards. The atmosphere was traditional and authentic. You felt like a local and everyone was very open and friendly. You should definitely try the conte Luna! But beware: the Google Maps location is not correct. From the given location, the restaurant is located diagonally to the right directly on the large square. (Original) Wir hatten einen super schönen Abend mit unglaublich leckerem Essen. Die Pizza war selbst für italienische Verhältnisse extrem gut. Die Atmosphäre war traditionell und authentisch. Man hat sich wie ein/e Einheimische/r gefühlt und alle waren sehr offen und freundlich. Das conte Luna sollte man unbedingt ausprobieren! Allerdings aufgepasst: der Google Maps Standort ist nicht korrekt. Das Restaurant befindet sich vom angegebenen Standort aus schräg rechts direkt an dem großen Platz.

Cute place with friendly staff and tasty pizza’s. We had a quick bite here and it was just a very relaxing experience.

Pizza was lovely, but the one with sausages very greasy.

Very good 👍

(Translated by Google) Welcoming and friendly staff, very good pizza! (Original) Personale accogliente e simpatico, pizza molto buona!

(Translated by Google) The pizza was good, the place was renovated and very clean, the staff was very helpful and kind in August with the heat it is, we like to eat the pizza outside the place like the other times! The price of the pizzas does not correspond to the time of payment because the service is the 20% (Original) La pizza buona ,locale rinnovato ben pulito il personale molto disponibile e gentile ad agosto con il caldo che fa, piace mangiare la pizza fuore il locale come le altre volte!il il prezzo delle pizze non corrisponde al momento del pagamento perché il servizio è il 20%

(Translated by Google) The best arancini in all of Sicily! . Highly recommended at affordable prices. We ate takeaway in the nearby square for a really nice evening. Highly recommended to everyone indeed. (Original) Le arancine più buone di tutta la Sicilia! . Consigliatissimo a prezzi convenienti. Abbiamo mangiato da asporto nella piazza vicina per una serata davvero carina. Consigliatissimo a tutti davvero.