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Scopello

Scopello is a small hamlet or fishing village in the municipality of Castellammare del Golfo in the province of Trapani in Italy. Scopello consists of a historic "baglio" with restaurants and small shops surrounded by narrow lanes. The village perches on a hillside above the Tonnara di Scopello, offering panoramic views of the rugged coastline and green hillsides. 
This page will give you information about the Local Services and Tourist Attractions in and around Scopello

Scopello: Amenities
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Getting Around

A car is advised for travelling around. The nearest airports are Palermo or Trapani; each ca 50km away. Car Rental is available from both airports.  Walking into Scopello takes about 10-15 minutes from the house. You are not allowed to drive through Scopello Village during the summer months. There is parking available above the village and secure private parking is available on the property.

Bag of Organic Fruits and Vegetables

Local Supermarket

Local Supermarkets can be found 3 km from the house. Follow the main road below the village of Scopello, at the main junction keep to the left. There are now two supermarkets on the right-hand side of this road. There is plenty of parking available. The local supermarket Mio Mercato is well stocked and there is also a delicatessen supermarket offering fresh meat, cheese etc. but a much more expensive alternative. In between the two supermarkets, there is also a café/bar offering fresh Sicilian specialities, ice cream, ‘tavola calda’ etc. The local supermarket is open every day in the summer months, usually from 8.30 – 14.00 and from 16.00 – 20.00. Opening times may vary in other seasons. There is also a local greengrocer on the left-hand side of the main parking. 
There are also other supermarkets, pharmacies and shops in Castellammare, ca 15 min drive from the house.

Pasta and Wine

Restaurants and Cafes

Scopello Village has a number of good restaurants and cafes:

  • La Tavernetta - Great views and very good food. Seafood, risotto, couscous and pasta dishes. Phone: +39 924541129, Address: Via Armando Diaz, 3

  • Il Baglio - Best Pizza in Scopello Phone: +39 924541200 Address: Inside the Baglio on the right hand side.

  • Nettuno Bar - Seafood and traditional dishes.  Entry from inside the Baglio di Scopello. Fantastic view from the terrace.  Phone:+39 0924541362 , Address: Baglio di Scopello.          

  • La Trattoria - Typical Sicilian / southern Italian food. Phone: +39 388 101 0772, Address: Via V. Mazzarella, Scopello

  • La Terrazza - Wonderful views, good food, slightly ‘nicer’, with white table linen for a dinner with ambience.Phone: +39 924 541198 Address: Via Marco Polo

Most restaurants are open from 6 -7 pm until midnight and child friendly. Many restaurants are closed in the winter season. 

For latest and uptodate information on restaurants and reviews please check tripadvisor.

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Nearest Beach

Mazzo di Sciacca Beach: walk down the local, private road outside the house, ca 250 metres, down the hill. You can also drive, however in the summer months, when busy, you may risk parking (and paying) for a space up the valley, so it makes better sense to walk. In the summer months, it costs 5 EUR for a full day to park. There are toilet facilities and a small kiosk on the beach selling paninis, ice cream, coffee and soft drinks etc. You can rent chairs and parasols (20 EUR for two chairs and a parasol) and there are also small pedal boats with slides for rent at 12 EUR per hour. 

There are also other beaches within easy reach;  Guidaloca, San Vito Lo Capo, Spiagetta (Castellammare) 

Woman Snorkling

Diving and Snorkelling

Cetaria Diving: Offers diving and snorkelling trips. Boats depart from the Tonnara di Scopello. The centre is however located in the village of Scopello. Phone:  +39 368 386 4808 

Office Location: Via Marco Polo 3, Scopello

Sailboat Top View

Boat Trips and Rental

Rent a boat: You can rent a boat from the port in Castellammare for a full day or half a day to explore the spectacular coastline, crystal clear waters and beaches. You can pre-book a boat; please call Giuseppe Eterno (limited English) Phone: +39 360768013. 


Sailing boats are also available to rent from the same port; please call Alessandro (English speaking) 

Phone: +39 3338442894. Please enquire in advance regarding payment. Most boat rentals will only accept cash payment. 

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Lo Zingaro Nature Reserve 

Lo Zingaro Nature Reserve -Turn right at the main road. The entrance to the Nature reserve is less than 5 minutes drive and you can see the entrance/parking across the valley. 

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Tonnara di Scopello

Tonnara di Scopello – the famous medieval tuna fishery with the ‘faraglioni ’, rocks, is located on the left hand side on the main road, a couple of minutes drive from the house. The fishery is today a boutique hotel, restaurant and a small museum. It is possible to visit and use the beach but you will have to pay to enter. 

Mini Golf

Minigolf

Minigolf Scopello Green Garden – Minigolf and bar available in an attractive surrounding garden. Phone: +393291452074 Address: Contrada Piano Vignazza,

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Cash Machine

Cash Machine is available inside the ‘baglio’, market square, in the far right-hand corner.

First Aid Kit

Medical Centre

Medical Centre is located on the left hand side of the ‘baglio’ and on a small side street next to the Torre Bennistra Hotel. Follow the directions ‘Medico’. The centre is open in the summer months until 20.00 in the evening. 

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