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Etna · Syracuse · Taormina · The best way to discover eastern Sicily

The go-to guide for booking the best experiences from Catania: Etna trekking and jeep tours, day trips to Syracuse and Taormina, Pescheria food tours, Etna DOC wine tours and the best hotels in the old town.

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UNESCO Heritage · Sicilian Baroque

What to See in Catania

From the heart of Piazza Duomo to the most significant landmarks of Sicilian baroque, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2002.

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Elephant Fountain
The symbol of Catania: the lava-basalt elephant carrying an Egyptian obelisk. At the centre of the square since 1736, by Vaccarini.
Cathedral of Sant'Agata
Rebuilt in baroque style after 1693. Home to the relics of the city's patron saint and the tomb of Vincenzo Bellini.
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Palazzo degli Elefanti
Home to the town hall, with its baroque façade on the north side of the square. The interplay of white marble and black basalt is the heart of Catania.
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Pescheria Fish Market
Right behind the square, one of Italy's liveliest fish markets. Every morning, Monday to Saturday.
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Amenano Fountain
Fed by the underground Amenano river, forming a small waterfall at the foot of the Pescheria steps.
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Via Etnea & Old Town
The monumental avenue runs north with views of Etna. Churches, noble palazzos and the best Sicilian pastries.

✈️ From Catania Airport to the Old Town

Fontanarossa (CTA) is about 5 km from the old town. Taxi or private transfer: 15–20 min. Alibus AMT: 25 min, Via Etnea stop.

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Tours & Experiences in Catania

Baroque old-town walking tours, Pescheria food tours, excursions to Etna, Syracuse and Taormina. Hotel pickup included.

Day Trips · Eastern Sicily

Excursions from Catania

Tours to the most beautiful destinations in eastern Sicily depart from Catania every day, with a guide and hotel pickup.

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North & South Etna
Etna – Trekking & Tours
Summit craters, Monti Sartorius (north) and Monti Silvestri (south). Jeep, cable car, guided trekking.
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60 min from Catania
Syracuse & Ortigia
The Greek Theatre, Ortigia and the Arethusa Fountain. Guided day trip from Catania.
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50 min from Catania
Taormina
The Ancient Theatre with views of Etna and the Ionian Sea, Corso Umberto and scenic terraces.
20 min from Catania
Acitrezza & Aci Castello
The Cyclops' sea stacks and the Norman castle perched over the sea.
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Old Town
Underground Catania
Lava caves, Roman aqueducts and the hidden city beneath Catania's baroque streets.
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Street Food · Markets
Catania Food Tour
Arancine, granita, pane ca' meusa. The best of Sicilian street food with a local guide.

Wine & Volcano: Etna DOC

Less than an hour from Catania, the Etna DOC wineries produce some of Italy's most sought-after wines on unique volcanic soils.

Where to Stay in Catania

Boutique hotels, B&Bs in noble palazzos and apartments a short walk from Piazza Duomo and the UNESCO baroque centre.

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Compare prices and availability for the old town, the UNESCO baroque centre and the airport area.

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UNESCO baroque, historic markets, Etna on the horizon. Book your experience and start here.

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