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

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

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

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

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

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

Catania: Sail Tour of Cyclops Coast with Sicilian Aperitif

Catania: Sail Tour of Cyclops Coast with Sicilian Aperitif

AU$105
per adult
Catania: Sail Tour of Cyclops Coast with Sicilian Aperitif
WalkingTour CATANIA - discovering the city of lava with a licensed guide

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

AU$36
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
WalkingTour CATANIA - discovering the city of lava with a licensed guide
Catania: Taormina, Isola Bella, & Castelmola Full-Day Tour

From Catania: Taormina, Isola Bella, and Castelmola Day Trip

AU$160
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
From Catania: Taormina, Isola Bella, and Castelmola Day Trip
Godfather Tour

Godfather Tour

AU$187
per adult
Godfather Tour
Taormina and its surroundings

Taormina and Seaside

AU$143
per adult
Taormina and Seaside
The White Lotus Experience • Sicily

The White Lotus Experience • Sicily (Private Tour)

AU$378
per adult
The White Lotus Experience • Sicily (Private Tour)
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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$446 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$446
21 Oct - 22 Oct
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! (1,000 reviews)
"The location of the property was perfect. Very easy access to local shopping and restaurants. The hotel was very clean and the rooms were spacious. The staff was friendly and helpful. I would recommend staying here."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Liberty Hotel

Liberty Hotel

4 out of 5
Via San Vito 40, Catania, CT
The price is AU$412 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$412
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (855 reviews)
"Staff was very courteous and helpful"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Liberty Hotel
Il Principe Hotel

Il Principe Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Alessi 24, Catania, CT
The price is AU$257 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
AU$257
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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! (809 reviews)
"Nice hotel with very friendly staff. Room was nice and comfy. great location and close to the center Breakfast was just okay, a bit of overcooked food. Definitely take the parking option they suggest you since there is no way you can find any parking around."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Il Principe Hotel
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! (643 reviews)
"Staff is very helpful. Day staff had especially strong English skills, which came in handy for us!"

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

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Romano House
Hotel Villa Romeo

Hotel Villa Romeo

3 out of 5
Via Platamone 8, Catania, CT
The price is AU$184 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
AU$184
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (729 reviews)
"Location was very easy for transportation as it is minutes from bus and train stations. Quick bus ride from the airport as well. Hotel has a cute courtyard and terrace, as well as free breakfast. Francesco working at the front was great as well."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

Hotel Villa Romeo
Duomo Suites & Spa

Duomo Suites & Spa

4 out of 5
Via Garibaldi, 23, Catania, CT
The price is AU$340 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$340
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Catania. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (399 reviews)
"Amazing position of the hotel. Right in the middle of the old town. Staff was very friendly and helpful, always trying to help or accommodate our needs. Hotel need renovation, but everything was working inside our room."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Duomo Suites & Spa
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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.

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San Berillo

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

San Berillo
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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.

Borgo-Sanzio
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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.

Monte Po-Nesima-San Leone-Rapisardi
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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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