Catania City Centre Travel Guide

Catania

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.

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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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Things to do

Hop on hop off Catania-Acicastello-Acitrezza panoramic bus

Hop on hop off Catania-Acicastello-Acitrezza panoramic bus

£17
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hop on hop off Catania-Acicastello-Acitrezza panoramic bus
Picture 1 for Activity Catania: Etna Morning Excursion with Tasting and Pickup

Catania: Etna Morning Excursion with Tasting and Pickup

£46
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Catania: Etna Morning Excursion with Tasting and Pickup
From Catania: Mount Etna Sunset Tour with Tasting and Cave

Etna Sunset Tour: Volcano trek, Cave & tasting from Catania

£51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Etna Sunset Tour: Volcano trek, Cave & tasting from Catania
Catania: Street Food Guided Walking Tour

Catania: Street Food Guided Walking Tour

£51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Catania: Street Food Guided Walking Tour
WalkingTour CATANIA - discovering the city of lava with a licensed guide

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

£17
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

£56
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car
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Top hotels in Catania City Centre

Etna Suite

Etna Suite

Via Etnea, 290 Catania CT
The price is £59 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
£59
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent stay. Very central and easy to get to from the airport. Staff very professional and helpful."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2026

Etna Suite
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

4 out of 5
Via Etnea 218 Catania CT
The price is £166 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
£166
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Hotel Etnea 316

Hotel Etnea 316

3 out of 5
Via ETNEA N. 316 Catania CT
The price is £61 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
£61
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free theme park shuttle. Popular attractions Via Etnea and Piazza del Duomo are ...
Hotel Etnea 316
Palazzo Sangiorgio

Palazzo Sangiorgio

5 out of 5
Via Cardinale Pappalardo, 1 Catania CT
The price is £239 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
£239
24 Oct - 25 Oct
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (211 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

Palazzo Sangiorgio
B&B Hotel Catania City Center

B&B Hotel Catania City Center

3 out of 5
Corso Sicilia Catania CT
The price is £92 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
£92
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Via Etnea are located ...
B&B Hotel Catania City Center
Il Principe Hotel

Il Principe Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Alessi 24 Catania CT
The price is £124 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
£124
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (902 reviews)
"A warm welcome from the amazingly helpful Roberta. Upgraded to a suite - v comfortable, excellent bed, and once I turned off the intrusive a/c a good night's sleep. Great breakfast, excellent coffee. A wonderful location too -- right where you want to be, and excellenr, affordable restos nearby. ..."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

Il Principe Hotel
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Where to stay in Catania City Centre

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A historic building with a central monument, people around, and shops with red awnings.

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 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 marina with numerous boats docked at wooden piers.
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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 historic church with ornate architecture and a clock tower.

Civita

If you're spending some time in Civita, Palazzo Biscari and Massimo Bellini Theater 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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