Catania City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A castle on a cliff overlooking a lake, surrounded by lush greenery and residential buildings.
A historic building with a dome and statues, surrounded by trees and people.
A historic fountain with statues, surrounded by a stone building with ornate details and flags.
An ancient amphitheater surrounded by modern buildings.
A coastal town with red-roofed buildings, a prominent clock tower, and a view of the sea.

Stay near popular Catania City Centre attractions

A historic building with a dome and statues, surrounded by trees and people.

Piazza del Duomo

9.2/10 (1,188 reviews)
Elegant fountains, a superb cathedral and fine shopping and dining make Catania’s main square a great place to spend some time.
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Activities

Hop on hop off Catania-Acicastello-Acitrezza panoramic bus

Hop on hop off Catania-Acicastello-Acitrezza panoramic bus

AU$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hop on hop off Catania-Acicastello-Acitrezza panoramic bus
Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling

Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling

AU$88
per adult
Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling
Mount Etna: Guided Trek 3,000 Meters to the Summit

Mount Etna 3000 m Summit Hike with Volcanology Guide

AU$81
per adult
Mount Etna 3000 m Summit Hike with Volcanology Guide
Picture 1 for Activity Catania: Etna Morning Excursion with Tasting and Pickup

Catania: Etna Morning Excursion with Tasting and Pickup

AU$97
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Catania: Etna Morning Excursion with Tasting and Pickup
WalkingTour CATANIA - discovering the city of lava with a licensed guide

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

AU$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
WalkingTour CATANIA - discovering the city of lava with a licensed guide
Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car

Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car

AU$105
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car
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Our pick of the best Catania City Centre Hotel Deals

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

4 out of 5
Via Etnea 218 Catania CT
The price is AU$355 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$355
30 July - 31 July
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location close to shopping and restaurants"

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Etna Suite

Etna Suite

Via Etnea, 290 Catania CT
The price is AU$146 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$146
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury guesthouse in Catania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (966 reviews)
"Staff was very welcoming."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Etna Suite
Il Principe Hotel

Il Principe Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Alessi 24 Catania CT
The price is AU$242 per night from 22 July to 23 July
AU$242
22 July - 23 July
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! (884 reviews)
"Great location, beautiful property, air conditioning, good breakfast, friendly staff."

Reviewed on 10 June 2026

Il Principe Hotel
Duomo Suites & Spa

Duomo Suites & Spa

4 out of 5
Via Garibaldi, 23 Catania CT
The price is AU$291 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$291
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in ...
Duomo Suites & Spa
Palazzo Sangiorgio

Palazzo Sangiorgio

5 out of 5
Via Cardinale Pappalardo, 1 Catania CT
The price is AU$556 per night from 19 July to 20 July
AU$556
19 July - 20 July
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 ...
Palazzo Sangiorgio
Romano House

Romano House

4 out of 5
Via Giovanni Di Prima, 20 Catania CT
The price is AU$180 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$180
20 July - 21 July
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! (694 reviews)
"The property had an issue and moved us to a different hotel, barely a 3 star when I was expecting a 4 star."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Romano House
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Our guide on where to stay in Catania City Centre

Find the best Catania City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with ornate architecture, flags, and banners.

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.

A small blue boat docked in a harbor with a mountain in the background.

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 Ionian Sea, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Galatea Station.

A beach with footprints, a mountain, and a city in the background.

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.

A historic church with ornate architecture and a clock tower.

Civita

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

A rugged volcanic landscape with a winding road, rocky terrain, and distant mountains.

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.

Catania City Centre Travel Guide

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