Villas in Alessandria della Rocca
Alessandria della Rocca is a small farming town of about 2,350 people in the province of Agrigento, west-central Sicily. Homes are mostly small, for two or three people, and most have air conditioning. They are scattered widely across Sicily, so check each home's position, and expect to drive almost everywhere.
- Villas
- 12
- From, per week
- £266
About Alessandria della Rocca
Alessandria della Rocca stands at 533 metres in west-central Sicily, with about 2,350 residents. The town was founded in 1570 by Don Carlo Blasco Barresi and first called Pietra d'Amico, after the nearby castle, taking its present name by royal decree in 1862. The 17th-century Sanctuary of the Madonna della Rocca is here, along with churches and palaces from the 16th to 18th centuries. The feast of the patron, Maria SS. della Rocca, falls on the last Sunday in August. Summers are hot. Homes registered under this town are scattered over a wide area of Sicily, so check each home's position, and expect to drive for restaurants and shops.
Is Alessandria della Rocca right for you?
- Best for
- Quiet stays in the Sicilian hills with day trips to Agrigento
- Not for you if
- You want the beach on your doorstep, since the town stands at 533 metres and the homes are spread widely.
Near Alessandria della Rocca
Agrigento
The provincial capital, with the Valley of the Temples, a string of five Greek temples along a ridge south of the city.
Pietra d'Amico Castle
Remains of the castle dating from the 14th century, about 5 km from the town and the source of its first name.
Scala dei Turchi
Famous rocks near the port town of Porto Empedocle, on the coast of Agrigento province.
Getting to Alessandria della Rocca
Palermo Airport is about 117 km away by road, roughly two hours' drive. Public transport is much slower, at over four hours by bus. In a small inland town like this, hire a car for the whole stay.
When to go to Alessandria della Rocca
Summers are hot, and at Agrigento there is little shade in the Valley of the Temples beyond a few olive trees, so go early in the day or outside midsummer. Agrigento's winters usually bring mild, mostly sunny days. The patron's feast falls on the last Sunday in August.
Villas in Alessandria della Rocca
'Sail Yacht'
Alessandria della Rocca, Aosta Valley, Italy
3
1
0
Air ConBBQDishwasher+11 more
from£104
per night
1-Bedroom Home, Alessandria della Rocca
Alessandria della Rocca, Aosta Valley, Italy
2
1
0
FridgeWiFiAir Con+3 more
from£38
per night
2-Bedroom Home, Alessandria della Rocca
Alessandria della Rocca, Aosta Valley, Italy
4
2
0
Air ConMicrowaveTerrace+8 more
2-Bedroom Home, Alessandria della Rocca
Alessandria della Rocca, Aosta Valley, Italy
3
2
0
Air ConMicrowaveTerrace+8 more
1-Bedroom Home, Alessandria della Rocca
Alessandria della Rocca, Aosta Valley, Italy
2
1
0
Air ConMicrowaveTerrace+6 more
from£54
per night
2-Bedroom Home, Alessandria della Rocca
Alessandria della Rocca, Aosta Valley, Italy
4
2
0
Air ConParkingMicrowave+7 more
from£248
per night
1-Bedroom Home, Alessandria della Rocca
Alessandria della Rocca, Aosta Valley, Italy
2
1
0
Air ConBBQParking+7 more
1-Bedroom Home, Alessandria della Rocca
Alessandria della Rocca, Aosta Valley, Italy
2
1
0
Air ConParkingPool+4 more
from£144
per night
1-Bedroom Home, Alessandria della Rocca
Alessandria della Rocca, Aosta Valley, Italy
2
1
0
ParkingGardenPool+4 more
from£100
per night
4-star property
4-Bedroom Home, Alessandria della Rocca
Alessandria della Rocca, Aosta Valley, Italy
11
4
0
BBQGardenMicrowave+8 more
from£83
per night
1-Bedroom Home, Alessandria della Rocca
Alessandria della Rocca, Aosta Valley, Italy
3
1
0
Air ConBBQParking+11 more
from£89
per night
1-Bedroom Home, Alessandria della Rocca
Alessandria della Rocca, Aosta Valley, Italy
3
1
0
Air ConDishwasherGarden+11 more
from£70
per nightAlessandria della Rocca villa holidays: questions answered
Where is Alessandria della Rocca?
It is a town in the province of Agrigento in west-central Sicily, at 533 metres. Its neighbours include Bivona, Cianciana, San Biagio Platani, Sant'Angelo Muxaro and Santo Stefano Quisquina.
Is Agrigento a good day trip from Alessandria della Rocca?
Yes. Agrigento is the provincial capital, and its Valley of the Temples is a string of five Greek temples on a ridge south of the city. Go early in summer, as shade is scarce.
What are the main sights in Alessandria della Rocca?
The 17th-century Sanctuary of the Madonna della Rocca, a number of churches and palaces, and the remains of Pietra d'Amico Castle about 5 km away. The patron's feast is on the last Sunday in August.
Which airport do you use for Alessandria della Rocca?
Palermo. The drive is about 117 km and takes roughly two hours. Buses take over four hours, so most visitors hire a car at the airport.
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Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed October 2026.
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