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

The White Lotus Experience • Sicily

The White Lotus Experience • Sicily (Private Tour)

Rp4.080.000
per adult
The White Lotus Experience • Sicily (Private Tour)
WalkingTour CATANIA - discovering the city of lava with a licensed guide

WalkingTour CATANIA - discovering the city of lava with a licensed guide

Rp383.504
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
WalkingTour CATANIA - discovering the city of lava with a licensed guide
Achillian Baths

Underground Catania

Rp2.492.774
per adult
Underground Catania
Catania: Sail Tour of Cyclops Coast with Sicilian Aperitif

Catania: Sail Tour of Cyclops Coast with Sicilian Aperitif

Rp1.131.336
per adult
Catania: Sail Tour of Cyclops Coast with Sicilian Aperitif
Catania: Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus to Acicastello and Acitrezza

Catania: Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus to Acicastello and Acitrezza

Rp412.266
per adult
Catania: Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus to Acicastello and Acitrezza
Taormina Day Tour – Private Experience

Taormina Day Tour – Private Experience

Rp2.937.600
per adult
Taormina Day Tour – Private Experience
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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 Rp2.565.258 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp2.565.258
Rp2.917.763 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
Average but nice.
"Nice hotel in the center of town. It’s nothing special but it was nice. The rooftop bar and restaurant offered great views of Mt Etna so I would say that was our favorite thing about the hotel. The breakfast in the morning was average, but priced fairly. The beds in the room were incredibly hard, ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
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! (634 reviews)
"The area definitely looked unsafe, pillows sucked terribly, memory foam hard as brick!! Bed to tossed and turn all night before my leave to the airport even left 1.5 hours before my scheduled time just couldn’t sleep"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

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Romano House
Il Principe Hotel

Il Principe Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Alessi 24, Catania, CT
The price is Rp1.468.480 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
Rp1.468.480
Rp1.711.307 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (791 reviews)
"The staff at the hotel was super friendly and helpful. The area was really nice and quiet. The room was more outdated than we expected but it did the job and the hotel itself was nice. The area around it though was all graffiti and not what we expected. It’s a shame really."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Il Principe Hotel
Liberty Hotel

Liberty Hotel

4 out of 5
Via San Vito 40, Catania, CT
The price is Rp2.616.628 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp2.616.628
Rp2.974.043 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
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! (837 reviews)
"This was a beautiful hotel in an area close to everything. I would especially like to mention the customer service was incredible. Our flight was canceled and Silvio was a savior. He was able to already have a room ready by the time we got back to the hotel, he accommodated us for a late check out ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Liberty Hotel
Hotel Villa Romeo

Hotel Villa Romeo

3 out of 5
Via Platamone 8, Catania, CT
The price is Rp1.723.528 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
Rp1.723.528
Rp1.972.482 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (714 reviews)
A good value, traditional hotel
"A good stay. Hotel is really close to the main train station, which is welcome after a long trip. Check in was efficient & friendly. Room wasn't the biggest but was spotlessly clean. The bathroom was actually quite large, again very clean. Shower was double sized and had great water pressure. Air ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Hotel Villa Romeo
Palazzo Currò

Palazzo Currò

Piazza Currò, 12, Catania, CT
The price is Rp1.096.790 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
Rp1.096.790
Rp1.283.070 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach shuttle (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Catania Cathedral ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (17 reviews)
"We loved staying here at Palazzo Currò! It was very clean, quiet, and easily accessible. The staff was very communicative and friendly. I highly recommend staying here! A very special place and a special thanks to Michael for the helpful and quick responses! We will be back!"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Palazzo Currò
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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