Old Town Catania Travel Guide

Catania

Ursino Castle which includes a castle and heritage architecture
Angera which includes a small town or village and a river or creek
Cathedral Square which includes heritage architecture, religious aspects and a church or cathedral
Old Town Catania
Cathedral Square which includes a square or plaza, heritage architecture and a city

Popular places to visit

Cathedral Square which includes heritage architecture, religious aspects and a church or cathedral

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.

Piazza del Duomo
Catania Cathedral showing religious elements, a statue or sculpture and a church or cathedral

Catania Cathedral

You’ll see stunning artwork, Roman ruins and fine Baroque architecture when you visit the centerpiece of Catania’s main square.

Catania Cathedral
Catania Fish Market

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.

Catania Fish Market
Bellini Gardens

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.

Bellini Gardens
Ursino Castle which includes a castle and heritage architecture

Ursino Castle

View an array of stunning religious artworks and a collection of rare historic books at this imposing medieval castle.

Ursino Castle
Massimo Bellini Theater

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.

Massimo Bellini Theater

Things to do

Catania e Siracusa

Da Taormina : Tour di Catania e Siracusa

Rp1.252.838
per adult
Da Taormina : Tour di Catania e Siracusa
From Cefalù: Day Trip to Mount Etna and Taormina

From Cefalù: Day Trip to Mount Etna and Taormina

Rp1.541.954
per adult
From Cefalù: Day Trip to Mount Etna and Taormina
From Sciacca: Etna with Cable Car Ride and Taormina Visit

From Sciacca: Etna with Cable Car Ride and Taormina Visit

Rp1.445.582
per adult
From Sciacca: Etna with Cable Car Ride and Taormina Visit
From Catania: Full-Day Mount Etna and Taormina Tour

From Catania: Full-Day Mount Etna and Taormina Tour

Rp1.831.071
per adult
From Catania: Full-Day Mount Etna and Taormina Tour
From Taormina: Mount Etna and Alcantara River Tour

From Taormina: Mount Etna and Alcantara River Tour

Rp1.715.424
per adult
From Taormina: Mount Etna and Alcantara River Tour
Etna excursions at sunset through ancient craters and lava flows

Etna excursions at sunset through ancient craters and lava flows

Rp1.349.210
per adult
Etna excursions at sunset through ancient craters and lava flows
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Top hotels in Old Town Catania

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

4 out of 5
Via Etnea 218, Catania, CT
The price is Rp3.211.938 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp3.211.938
Rp3.630.732 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was very attentive and helpful. Rooftop was beautiful. A very nice experience."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Liberty Hotel

Liberty Hotel

4 out of 5
Via San Vito 40, Catania, CT
The price is Rp3.371.648 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp3.371.648
Rp3.806.413 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (857 reviews)
"Very spacious and well appointed rooms which are beautifully decorated and furnished as is the reception and breakfast area. The staff were great and extremely helpful. There are no lunch or dinner facilities but there are plenty of restaurants within walking distance. Easy to walk to the city centre ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Liberty Hotel
Il Principe Hotel

Il Principe Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Alessi 24, Catania, CT
The price is Rp2.466.626 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp2.466.626
Rp2.810.888 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (809 reviews)
"Nice hotel with very friendly staff. Room was nice and comfy. great location and close to the center Breakfast was just okay, a bit of overcooked food. Definitely take the parking option they suggest you since there is no way you can find any parking around."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Il Principe Hotel
Romano House

Romano House

4 out of 5
Via Giovanni Di Prima, 20, Catania, CT
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (646 reviews)
"It was ok for what we wanted."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

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Romano House
Duomo Suites & Spa

Duomo Suites & Spa

4 out of 5
Via Garibaldi, 23, Catania, CT
The price is Rp3.305.989 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
Rp3.305.989
Rp3.734.188 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (404 reviews)
"Friendly staff and great location! The room was comfortable and clean."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Duomo Suites & Spa
Ferrini Home - Via Monte Sant'Agata

Ferrini Home - Via Monte Sant'Agata

Via Monte Sant'Agata, 5, Catania, CT
The price is Rp2.471.950 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
Rp2.471.950
Rp2.797.225 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an airport shuttle (surcharge) and premium bedding. Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Via Etnea are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (232 reviews)
"The staff was wonderful - very responsive and friendly. The apartment was quiet while being just steps away from Via Etna with all the historical sights, restaurants and shopping. Grocery stores were close by as well as the fresh food markets. We used the pull-out couch and it was comfortable. We ..."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Ferrini Home - Via Monte Sant'Agata
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Catania

Angera which includes a small town or village and a river or creek

Catania City Centre

4/5(107 area reviews)

Unique features of Catania City Centre include the historical sites and theatres. Make a stop by Manganelli Palace or Piazza Universita while you're exploring the area.

Catania City Centre
Catania Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, a statue or sculpture and religious elements

Civita

If you're spending some time in Civita, Palace of Culture and Palazzo Biscari are top sights worth seeing.

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San Berillo

While visiting San Berillo, you might make a stop by sights like Piazza Carlo Alberto and Palazzo Beneventano.

San Berillo
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Borgo-Sanzio

4/5(12 area reviews)

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.

Borgo-Sanzio
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Monte Po-Nesima-San Leone-Rapisardi

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Monte Po-Nesima-San Leone-Rapisardi. You might want to make time for a stop at PalaCatania or La Meridiana Sport.

Monte Po-Nesima-San Leone-Rapisardi
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Nesima

Travellers like the restaurants in Nesima, and PalaNesima is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Nesima

Old Town Catania Travel Guide