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
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Popular places to visit

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

Piazza del Duomo

4.5/5(41 reviews)

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

4.5/5(100 reviews)

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

4/5(28 reviews)

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
Ursino Castle which includes a castle and heritage architecture

Ursino Castle

4/5(33 reviews)

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

Ursino Castle
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
Cathedral Square which includes a statue or sculpture, a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Elephant Fountain

4/5(61 reviews)

Contemplate the legends associated with the symbol of Catania, which sits on an intricately carved fountain in the center of a lively old town square.

Elephant Fountain

Things to do

From Sciacca: Etna with Cable Car Ride and Taormina Visit

From Sciacca: Etna with Cable Car Ride and Taormina Visit

Rp1.471.019
per adult
From Sciacca: Etna with Cable Car Ride and Taormina Visit
Caltagirone and Sicily Outlet Village Tour from Catania

Caltagirone and Sicily Outlet Village Tour from Catania

Rp1.828.252
per adult
Caltagirone and Sicily Outlet Village Tour from Catania
From Catania: Full-Day Mount Etna and Taormina Tour

From Catania: Full-Day Mount Etna and Taormina Tour

Rp1.863.290
per adult
From Catania: Full-Day Mount Etna and Taormina Tour
Picture 2 for Activity Catania: Etna Morning Tour with Transfer

From Catania: Etna Morning or Sunset Tour with 4x4

Rp1.176.815
per adult
From Catania: Etna Morning or Sunset Tour with 4x4
Tour Acitrezza and Acicastello Daily departures from Catania

Tour Acitrezza and Acicastello Daily departures from Catania

Rp490.340
per adult
Tour Acitrezza and Acicastello Daily departures from Catania
Ghosts of Catania Exploration Game and Tour

Ghosts of Catania Exploration Game and Tour

Rp109.679
per adult
Ghosts of Catania Exploration Game and Tour
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Top hotels in Old Town Catania

Liberty Hotel

Liberty Hotel

4 out of 5
Via San Vito 40 Catania CT
The price is Rp2.549.736 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
Rp2.549.736
Rp2.961.617 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (885 reviews)
Every went well

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Liberty Hotel
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

4 out of 5
Via Etnea 218 Catania CT
The price is Rp1.978.385 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
Rp1.978.385
Rp2.332.932 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Great location, great facilities. Rooms and bathrooms are big and spacious.

Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Romano House

Romano House

4 out of 5
Via Giovanni Di Prima, 20 Catania CT
The price is Rp1.935.668 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
Rp1.935.668
Rp2.285.943 total
21 Jan - 22 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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! (660 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff, reasonable location

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Romano House
Il Principe Hotel

Il Principe Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Alessi 24 Catania CT
The price is Rp1.581.736 per night from 10 Jan to 11 Jan
Rp1.581.736
Rp1.896.617 total
10 Jan - 11 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (824 reviews)
Very comfortable hotel. Good location. Good breakfast. I would recommend.

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Il Principe Hotel
Hotel Villa Romeo

Hotel Villa Romeo

3 out of 5
Via Platamone 8 Catania CT
The price is Rp1.465.485 per night from 9 Jan to 10 Jan
Rp1.465.485
Rp1.749.154 total
9 Jan - 10 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (757 reviews)
Great place in a primo location. But more special than the location was the Ana ing staff, especially Francesco and Fina. Love them!!!

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Hotel Villa Romeo
Palazzo Sangiorgio

Palazzo Sangiorgio

5 out of 5
Via Cardinale Pappalardo, 1 Catania CT
The price is Rp4.243.849 per night from 8 Jan to 9 Jan
Rp4.243.849
Rp4.864.119 total
8 Jan - 9 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Catania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Catania Port are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (158 reviews)
Highly recommend

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Palazzo Sangiorgio
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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 Stesicoro 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, Palazzo Biscari and Massimo Bellini Theater are top sights worth seeing.

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San Berillo

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

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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