Island of Lampedusa, Sicily
O'scià!Lampedusa
The independent guide to Italy's southernmost island: Caribbean-blue sea, Rabbit Beach, boat tours and everything you need to plan your trip.
Discover the experiencesWelcome to Lampedusa
Lampedusa is the largest of the Pelagie Islands: crystal-clear water, coves reachable only by sea and one of the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean. Here you'll find how to get there, what to do and the experiences to book.
Why «O'scià»?
O'scià is a word from the dialect of Lampedusa meaning «my breath», «the breath of my life». Islanders use it as an affectionate greeting, almost a «hi, love»: sweethearts exchange it and people say it to children. It became famous through Claudio Baglioni's «O'Scià» festival (held on the island from 2003 to 2012, and turned into the acronym «Odori, Sapori, Colori d'Isole d'Altomare», scents, flavours and colours of high-sea islands). A name that holds all the warmth of Lampedusa: that is why we chose it.
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Getting there
How to reach Lampedusa: flights to the airport (LMP) from Palermo and Catania, direct summer flights and the ferry from Porto Empedocle. Times and tips.
Things to do
The best experiences in Lampedusa: island boat tour, snorkeling, Rabbit Beach and the Caretta caretta turtles. Book your tour.
Beaches
The beaches of Lampedusa: Rabbit Beach, Cala Pulcino, Cala Croce, Cala Guitgia and the coves reachable only by sea.
Rabbit Island
Rabbit Island and Rabbit Beach: a protected area, nesting of the Caretta caretta turtles, access rules and how to get there.
Excursions
Boat excursions in Lampedusa: island tour, coves reachable only by sea, caves, snorkeling and trips to Linosa. How to choose and book.
Where to stay
Where to stay in Lampedusa: the town, Guitgia, Cala Croce and the quiet areas. Tips on when and where to book hotels and B&Bs.
Where to eat
Where to eat in Lampedusa: super-fresh fish, Sicilian and North-African cuisine, street food and the island's typical dishes.
When to go
When to go to Lampedusa: climate, sea temperatures, high and low season and the best time for beaches, prices and quiet.
Experiences to book
Island boat tours, snorkeling and selected experiences in Lampedusa.
Lampedusa in video
A few glimpses of the island. Videos load only on click, after your consent.