Old Town Catania Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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Piazza del Duomo

4.5/5(5 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
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Catania Cathedral

4.5/5(15 reviews)

You’ll see stunning artwork, Roman ruins and fine Baroque architecture when you visit the centerpiece of Catania’s main square.

Catania Cathedral
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Ursino Castle

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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

Ursino Castle
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Catania Fish Market

4/5(1 review)

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
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Bellini Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Bellini Gardens, a lovely green space in Catania. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Bellini Gardens
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Elephant Fountain

4/5(13 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

Activities

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Catania: Mount Etna Trekking Trip off the Tourist Path

AU$106
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Catania: Mount Etna Trekking Trip off the Tourist Path
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Etna Wine & Food Tasting plus Honey Laboratory Private Tour

AU$385
Per adult
Etna Wine & Food Tasting plus Honey Laboratory Private Tour
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Wonderful Catania

AU$123
Per adult
Wonderful Catania
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Sicily Tour 8 days and 7 nights From Catania to Catania

AU$2,752
Per adult
Sicily Tour 8 days and 7 nights From Catania to Catania
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Discovering dazzling Sicilian Baroque from Catania or Taormina

AU$1,114
Per adult
Discovering dazzling Sicilian Baroque from Catania or Taormina
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Catania City Highlights and Street Food -Private or shared-

AU$409
Per adult
Catania City Highlights and Street Food -Private or shared-
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Our pick of the best Old Town Catania Hotel Deals

Il Gattopardo House
Il Gattopardo House
Via Minoriti 10, Catania, CT
Fully refundable
The price is AU$137 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$137
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this guesthouse in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and concierge services. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (355 reviews)
Great value for money and comfort in Via Etnea
"Hotel is located on the most central street in Catania, Via Etnea. The owner is very friendly and helpful, he will answer any of your questions and help whenever needed Rooms are beautiful and very spacious, they have a balcony, refrigerator, private bathroom. There is also a cofee machine in the ..."

Reviewed on 14 Mar. 2024

Il Gattopardo House
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
4 out of 5
Via Etnea 218, Catania, CT
The price is AU$437 per night from 6 May to 7 May
AU$437
per night
6 May - 7 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (994 reviews)
"Good area to ssray in. Hotel is clean. Breakfast is minimum."

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2024

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Hotel Villa Romeo
Hotel Villa Romeo
3 out of 5
Via Platamone 8, Catania, CT
The price is AU$163 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
AU$163
per night
18 Apr - 19 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (590 reviews)
Convenient location
"Very convenient spot across from the train station. Breakfast was very well done with lots of variety. Staff very friendly and helpful. Carpet in room very old , stained and needs updating."

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2024

Hotel Villa Romeo
Duomo Suites & Spa
Duomo Suites & Spa
4 out of 5
Via Garibaldi, 23, Catania
The price is AU$376 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$376
per night
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (291 reviews)
"Staff is very friendly but the HOTEL needs updating"

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2024

Duomo Suites & Spa
Romano House
Romano House
4 out of 5
Via Giovanni Di Prima, 20, Catania, CT
The price is AU$279 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
AU$279
per night
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (545 reviews)
"Its a modern, clean, fresh hotel located in the heart of everything. Perfect location!!!!"

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2024

Romano House
Liberty Hotel
Liberty Hotel
4 out of 5
Via San Vito 40, Catania, CT
The price is AU$371 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
AU$371
per night
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (720 reviews)
"Great property, clean and spacious room."

Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2024

Liberty Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Catania

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Catania City Centre

4.5/5(23 area reviews)

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.

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Borgo-Sanzio

4.5/5(2 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.

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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.

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Nesima

Travellers like the restaurants in Nesima, and PalaNesima is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Nesima
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Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

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Ognina

Travellers like the beaches in Ognina, and Lungomare di Ognina is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Ognina

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