Sampieri is a splendid seaside resort, a hamlet of the municipality of Scicli, located along the southeastern coast of Sicily. Renowned for its wide golden sand beach and its crystal-clear waters, it combines the charm of an ancient fishing village with the beauty of the Hyblaean landscape and the elegance of the Sicilian Baroque of the nearby Val di Noto (UNESCO Heritage). Sampieri has also gained international notoriety as one of the main filming locations for the television series of Inspector Montalbano (Commissario Montalbano), with the famous Fornace Penna dominating the promontory, lending it a unique and unrepeatable atmosphere.

What Our Travel Designers Recommend: Sea, Villages, and Baroque Culture

• Sampieri Beach and Punta Pisciotto – A long sandy coastline, ideal for relaxation and walks, culminating in the promontory.
• Fornace Penna (Montalbano's La Mànnara) – A fascinating ruin of industrial archaeology, an icon of the area and a television location, offering a suggestive panorama.
• Scicli, Modica, and Ragusa Ibla – The nearby Baroque centers of the Val di Noto (UNESCO), an absolute must-visit for their sumptuous architecture.
• Seaside Promenade Walk (Passeggiata sul lungomare) – The center of the village, bustling with restaurants and bars, featuring traditional stone houses.

Gastronomy and What to Taste in Val di Noto

The cuisine here is a perfect mix of sea flavors and land products from the province of Ragusa.

• Modica Chocolate PGI (Cioccolato di Modica IGP) – Produced with a cold working method of ancient Aztec origin, with a grainy and aromatic texture.
• Arancini/e – Fried and stuffed rice balls, a Sicilian street food classic, often with ragù (meat sauce) or pistachio here.
• Sicilian Cannolo (Cannolo Siciliano) – The island's symbolic dessert, with fresh sheep's ricotta and a crunchy shell.
• Eloro Pachino DOC and Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG Wines – Excellent red and rosé wines from the area, perfect for accompanying the rich local dishes.

Unique Experiences, Beach Clubs, and Culture Selected by Our Local Experts

• Diving and Snorkeling – The clear waters and rocky seabeds offer opportunities for underwater exploration near the promontory.
• Guided Tour of Montalbano's Locations – Themed tours that lead to the discovery of the TV series' locations, from Scicli to Punta Secca.
• Lido Pura Vida and Other Equipped Beach Clubs – The beach is served by several lidos offering high-quality services for a relaxing day at the beach.
• Local Festivals and Markets (Sagre e Mercati Locali) – To taste fresh fruit (like melons) and typical products of the Hyblaean countryside.

Institutional Links

• Official Website of the Municipality of Scicli (of which Sampieri is a hamlet)
• Official Tourism Website in Sicily

Top 3 Recommended Accommodations by Our Travel Designers

• Puntasecca Resort & Suites (nearby) – A luxury structure offering an unforgettable experience by the sea (though not exactly in Sampieri, but in the Montalbano area).
• Donnafugata Golf Resort & Spa (near Ragusa) – Although a bit further away, it is an icon of luxury in the Hyblaean area.
• Hotel La Fornace – A charming structure that evokes the local atmospheres with modern comforts.

Top 3 Recommended Restaurants

• A Rutta di Ron Carmelo – Traditional seafood cuisine with very fresh catch.
• La Grotta – Offers typical Sicilian dishes with a focus on flavors from both land and sea.
• Trattoria Al Borgo – To savor local flavors in a welcoming and familiar atmosphere.