An automobile hillclimb race established in 1954 and part of the Italian national championship calendar, typically held in September, with the course finishing at the summit of Monte Erice.
Castello di Venere
12th-century Norman castle built over the ancient Temple of Venus Erycina. Set on a cliff with wide views over the coast and valleys.
Mura Ciclopiche Elimo-Puniche
Ancient walls built from the 8th century BCE by the Elymians, later expanded by Punic and medieval builders.
Torri del Balio
Group of medieval towers that once guarded the castle approach and housed royal officials. Overlooks the coastline and Balio Gardens.
Chiesa Matrice o Real Duomo
14th-centry church commissioned by Frederick III, with Gothic–Renaissance interiors and a climbable bell tower.