What to do in Catania
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Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car and 4x4 Option
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Tour of Etna on foot, food and wine tasting in the Etna winery
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From Catania: Etna Morning or Sunset Tour with 4x4
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Taormina: cooking class in a farm
Wildlife & nature
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Aci Trezza boat tour Cyclop coast,culture,swim in caves,food
What to do in Catania
Popular places to visit
Catania Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Catania Beach during your travels in Contrada Pantano d'Arci?
Piazza del Duomo
Elegant fountains, a superb cathedral and fine shopping and dining make Catania’s main square a great place to spend some time.
Catania Cathedral
You’ll see stunning artwork, Roman ruins and fine Baroque architecture when you visit the centerpiece of Catania’s main square.
Ursino Castle
View an array of stunning religious artworks and a collection of rare historic books at this imposing medieval castle.
Catania Fish Market
During your visit to Catania, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Catania Fish Market. Discover the theatre scene and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Bellini Gardens
After visiting Bellini Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Catania. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Massimo Bellini Theater
Enjoy a performance at Massimo Bellini Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Catania. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Greek-Roman Theatre
Greek-Roman Theatre is just one of the places to see in Catania, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Palazzo Biscari
You can study the exhibits at Palazzo Biscari, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Catania. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Explore areas of Catania
Catania City Centre
Unique features of Catania City Centre include the historical sites and theatres. Make a stop by Manganelli Palace or Roman Amphitheater while you're exploring the area.
Old Town Catania
Historical sites and theatres are highlights of Old Town Catania. Make a stop by Ursino Castle or Catania Fish Market while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Porto Station to get around town.
Contrada Pantano d'Arci
If you're spending some time in Contrada Pantano d'Arci, Catania Beach and Spiaggia della Plaia are top sights worth seeing.
San Giorgio-Librino-San Giuseppe la Rena-Zia Lisa-Villaggio Sant'Agata
San Giorgio-Librino-San Giuseppe la Rena-Zia Lisa-Villaggio Sant'Agata is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Catania Beach or Vaccarizzo Beach.
Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio
Discover Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio, memorable for its seaside views. Popular attractions in Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio include Lungomare di Ognina and Ionian Sea, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Galatea Station.
Borgo-Sanzio
You might enjoy the historical sites while in Borgo-Sanzio. Via Etnea is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Borgo Station or Giuffrida Station to see more of the city.
Day trip destinations from Catania
- Via Etnea
- Piazza Stesicoro
- Elephant Fountain
- University Hospital Policlinico Vittorio Emanuele
- Angelo Massimino Stadium
- Botanical Garden of University of Catania
- Basilica Collegiata
- Palace of Culture
- St. Agatha Al Borgo Catholic Church
- Villa Pacini
- Gaspare Rodolico Hospital
- Elephants Palace
- Museum of Contemporary Art in Sicily