What to do in Catania
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Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car and 4x4 Option
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From Catania: Mount Etna Sunset Tour with Tasting and Cave
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Tour of Etna on foot, food and wine tasting in the Etna winery
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Catania: Sail Tour of Cyclops Coast with Sicilian Aperitif
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Mount Etna: Winery Tour and Tasting
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.
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.
Ursino Castle
View an array of stunning religious artworks and a collection of rare historic books at this imposing medieval castle.
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.
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.
Elephant Fountain
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.
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.
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 Historical Museum of the Landing in Sicily 1943, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Galatea Station.
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.
Civita
If you're spending some time in Civita, Palazzo Biscari and Massimo Bellini Theater are top sights worth seeing.
