Old Town Catania Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ursino Castle showing heritage architecture and a castle
Angera showing a river or creek and a small town or village
Cathedral Square which includes a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture
Old Town Catania
Cathedral Square featuring a city, heritage architecture and a square or plaza

Popular places to visit

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

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
Catania Cathedral featuring religious elements, a statue or sculpture and a church or cathedral

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
Catania Fish Market

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
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
Ursino Castle showing heritage architecture and a castle

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
Massimo Bellini Theater

Massimo Bellini Theater

5/5(3 reviews)

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.

Massimo Bellini Theater

Activities

Hop on hop off Catania-Acicastello-Acitrezza panoramic bus

Hop on hop off Catania-Acicastello-Acitrezza panoramic bus

AU$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hop on hop off Catania-Acicastello-Acitrezza panoramic bus
Picture 2 for Activity Catania: Etna Morning Tour with Transfer

From Catania: Etna Morning or Sunset Tour with 4x4

AU$106
per adult
From Catania: Etna Morning or Sunset Tour with 4x4
From Catania: Full-Day Mount Etna and Taormina Tour

From Catania: Full-Day Mount Etna and Taormina Tour

AU$168
per adult
From Catania: Full-Day Mount Etna and Taormina Tour
Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling

Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling

AU$104
per adult
Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling
WalkingTour CATANIA - discovering the city of lava with a licensed guide

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

AU$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
WalkingTour CATANIA - discovering the city of lava with a licensed guide
Mount Etna: Guided Trek 3,000 Meters to the Summit

Mount Etna: Guided Trek 3,000 Meters to the Summit

AU$176
per adult
Mount Etna: Guided Trek 3,000 Meters to the Summit
See all activities in Catania

Our pick of the best Old Town Catania Hotel Deals

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

4 out of 5
Via Etnea 218, Catania, CT
The price is AU$302 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$302
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Was a very nice hotel and great location"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Liberty Hotel

Liberty Hotel

4 out of 5
Via San Vito 40, Catania, CT
The price is AU$327 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$327
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (863 reviews)
"Staff was amazing. Recommendations from Marco for restaurants and things to do in the area were great!"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Liberty Hotel
Il Principe Hotel

Il Principe Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Alessi 24, Catania, CT
The price is AU$204 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$204
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (815 reviews)
"Absolutely stunning location! It was an easy walk to the cable car and a great way to see Isola Bella. There were a few random hairs on the bed when we checked in but it was otherwise spotless. The breakfast was excellent and the rooftop pool was gorgeous!"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Il Principe Hotel
B&B Hotel Catania City Center

B&B Hotel Catania City Center

3 out of 5
Corso Sicilia, Catania, CT
The price is AU$159 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
AU$159
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Catania. Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Via Etnea are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"This hotel is newer and in a nice location, within walking distance of many eating areas and shopping. The only drawback currently is they’re working on the road so it can be a little noisy, but other than that everything was great and the staff were welcoming."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025

B&B Hotel Catania City Center
Romano House

Romano House

4 out of 5
Via Giovanni Di Prima, 20, Catania, CT
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (649 reviews)
"Modern room, very quiet"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Get rates
Romano House
Palazzo Sangiorgio

Palazzo Sangiorgio

5 out of 5
Via Cardinale Pappalardo, 1, Catania, CT
The price is AU$533 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$533
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Catania. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Catania Port are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (150 reviews)
"Great spot in downtown catania"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Palazzo Sangiorgio
See all 1,079 properties in Old Town Catania
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Catania

Angera showing a river or creek and a small town or village

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 Piazza Universita while you're exploring the area.

Catania City Centre
Catania Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral, religious aspects and a statue or sculpture

Civita

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

Civita
Default Image

San Berillo

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

San Berillo
Default Image

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.

Borgo-Sanzio
Default Image

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
Default Image

Nesima

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

Nesima

Old Town Catania Travel Guide

Choose two or more items and save on your trip: