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Castello di Venere
Norman castle on the site of an ancient temple of Venus, at the cliff edge of Erice.
Typical duration
60 min
Price
€5–10 entry (≈ $5.4–11)
From port
14 km / 8.7 mi
Transfer time
40 min
Indoor / Outdoor
mixed
Queue risk
low
👨👩👧 Family friendly
🕐 Best time to visit
Late morning or late afternoon; clear days for views to the Egadi
Getting there from the port
Cable car to Erice, then walk 10 minutes through the Balio gardens
Best transport: taxi Cost: €15 taxi + €11 cable car