I'll be traveling with my family, a group of 5 adults and 2 small children. We'll be in Sicily around Christmas, using mostly public transport. I'd like to go from the airport hotel in Catania to the Villa Romana on January 30, and the bus route seems to be too taxing for everyone.
--Will the Villa be open so close to New Year's Day?
--Can I hire a van and driver to take us from the hotel to the villa? It seems like something worth splurging on.
Thank you!
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According to its web site (very informative, and available in English), the Villa is open every day. It's about 1.5 hours driving from Catania. When we were there my husband and I had a car so I don't have experience with a driver, but I'm sure you can hire one; there may also be tour buses available from major cities (such as Catania). Your hotel may be able to offer suggestions also, before you go. It's a amazing World Heritage Site and well worth the visit. Since you'll be there in winter it probably will be less crowded than other seasons. Enjoy!