Enna
Enna is a hilltop city at 931 m in central Sicily, known for Lombardy Castle, its cathedral and views over the surrounding valleys. Stop for a half day or an overnight on a road trip across the island.
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Enna sits on a plateau near the center of Sicily at 931 meters, which makes it the highest provincial capital in Italy. Its old center stands above the Dittaino valley. The city was called Castrogiovanni until 1927, when it took back its ancient name, Enna. Its early fame rested on the cult of Demeter, the Roman Ceres, whose sanctuary stood on the rock.
Six of Lombardy Castle's towers survive, and the Torre delle Aquile offers one of the most complete panoramic views in the area. Enna Cathedral dates from the 14th century and has a yellow tufa Baroque facade. Lake Pergusa, near the city, is the traditional setting of the Persephone myth. Enna is reached mainly by road, and the railway station sits about 5 km below the historic center. Summers are cooler here than in other Sicilian capitals, but fog is frequent, on about 140 days a year. Plan a half day for the castle, the cathedral and the views, or stay overnight if you want to go slower.
Enna in five
- Use it as a road-trip stopEnna sits between Catania and Palermo, and buses and slow trains serve it. A car makes it a convenient break, and mid-island drives have long gaps between fuel and food.Catania
- Plan the Villa Romana del CasaleThe Roman mosaics near Piazza Armerina are roughly 40 minutes by car. Check the site's official page for hours, tickets and any restricted areas before you set out.
- Pack a layer, even in summerThe town sits about 900 m above sea level, with cooler air than the coast and winter fog. Summer afternoons can still be hot in the lower plain.
- See the castle and the terracesThe Castello di Lombardia and the lookout at Torre di Federico give long views across Sicily's interior. Check opening hours locally, since small sites close on set days.
- Book early for Holy WeekEnna's Holy Week processions are famous and fill rooms. Dates move each year, so check the calendar and book before the usual Italian Easter rush.
Things to do in Enna
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Need to know
- Airport
- Catania (CTA) about 1 hr by car; Palermo (PMO) about 1.5 hr
- Getting there
- Car or bus from Catania and Palermo; slow trains
- Getting around
- Old town on foot; car for the interior
- Best base
- Enna for one night; Piazza Armerina for the mosaics
- Time needed
- Half a day to 1 night
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- JanuaryPartly cloudy8 rainy daysHigh13°Low4°Cold, fogJanuaryPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 13°
- Low
- 4°
- Precipitation
- 47 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, fog
- FebruaryPartly cloudy7 rainy daysHigh14°Low4°Cold, fogFebruaryPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 14°
- Low
- 4°
- Precipitation
- 67 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, fog
- MarchPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh16°Low5°Cool, springMarchPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 16°
- Low
- 5°
- Precipitation
- 54 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, spring
- AprilPartly cloudy8 rainy daysHigh20°Low7°Spring, Holy WeekAprilPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 20°
- Low
- 7°
- Precipitation
- 38 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Spring, Holy Week
- MayClear7 rainy daysHigh25°Low12°Mild, greenMayClear
Best
- High
- 25°
- Low
- 12°
- Precipitation
- 58 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, green
- JuneClear4 rainy daysHigh32°Low17°WarmJuneClear
Good
- High
- 32°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 22 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm
- JulyClear1 rainy dayHigh35°Low20°HotJulyClear
Mixed
- High
- 35°
- Low
- 20°
- Precipitation
- 3 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot
- AugustClear4 rainy daysHigh34°Low20°Hot, dryAugustClear
Mixed
- High
- 34°
- Low
- 20°
- Precipitation
- 20 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, dry
- SeptemberClear7 rainy daysHigh29°Low18°Mild, goldenSeptemberClear
Best
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 43 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, golden
- OctoberPartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh24°Low14°Mild, rainOctoberPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 24°
- Low
- 14°
- Precipitation
- 86 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, rain
- NovemberPartly cloudy11 rainy daysHigh18°Low10°Cool, rainNovemberPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 18°
- Low
- 10°
- Precipitation
- 99 mm
- Rainy days
- 11
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, rain
- DecemberPartly cloudy8 rainy daysHigh14°Low6°Cold, fogDecemberPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 14°
- Low
- 6°
- Precipitation
- 48 mm
- Rainy days
- 8
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cold, fog
Average daily high and low in Enna, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Enna
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- 21 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 28%
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- Today18°11°28%Tuesday: Cloudy. High 18°, Low 11°. Chance of rain 28%.
- Wed18°10°13%Wednesday: Fog. High 18°, Low 10°. Chance of rain 13%.
- Thu16°13°40%Thursday: Rain. High 16°, Low 13°. Chance of rain 40%.
- Fri17°13°33%Friday: Rain. High 17°, Low 13°. Chance of rain 33%.
- Sat19°13°12%Saturday: Fog. High 19°, Low 13°. Chance of rain 12%.
- Sun19°11°15%Sunday: Fog. High 19°, Low 11°. Chance of rain 15%.
- Mon20°10°15%Monday: Fog. High 20°, Low 10°. Chance of rain 15%.
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Day trips by train
- Villa Romana del Casaleabout 40 min by carLarge Roman floor mosaics in a hillside villa near Piazza Armerina.
- Cataniaabout 1 hour by carSicily's busy east coast city with Etna in view.Read the guide
- Agrigentoabout 1.5–2 hours by carThe Valley of the Temples and a classic Sicily stop.Read the guide
Before you go to Enna
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Rules for Enna, checked
- Italy is in the Schengen area. Many nationalities need no visa for short stays; check the rules on vistoperitalia.esteri.it before you book.Source
- Non-EU travelers can bring only limited meat, dairy and plant products into Italy. Declare food at the border and check EU customs rules first.
- Dial 112 for police, fire or an ambulance anywhere in Italy.
- Tipping is optional. A cover charge (coperto) often appears on the bill, so check it before adding a tip.
Plan around Enna
Regions, rail, entry rules and money
Read the guideSicilyBases, driving and Etna across the island
Read the guideCataniaEast coast base, an hour away by car
Read the guideCefalùSeaside town on the north coast
Read the guideAgrigentoGreek temples in the south
Read the guideGetting around EuropeRail, buses and when a car pays off
Read the guideEnna FAQ
Is Enna worth visiting?
As a short stop, yes. The castle, the views and the quiet streets are rewarding, but the sights are modest. It works best paired with the Roman villa.
How do you get to Enna?
By car or bus from Catania or Palermo. Trains are slow and infrequent, and the station is some distance below the old town. Check current timetables before you rely on them.
Is Enna the highest city in Sicily?
It is the highest provincial capital in Italy, at roughly 900 meters. That height keeps it cooler than the coast, and sometimes foggy in winter.
Can you visit Enna as a day trip from Catania?
Yes, by car in about an hour each way. Add the Roman villa for a full day, and start early so you reach the mosaics before midday.
How many days do you need in Enna?
A morning for the castle and terraces, or a night if you also want the villa and a slow dinner. Longer stays suit road-trip rests, not sightseeing.