Old Town Catania Travel Guide

Catania

A historic stone fortress with arched windows and a central tower.
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 church with ornate architecture and a clock tower.
A historic building with ornate architecture and a central archway.

Stay near popular Old Town Catania attractions

A sailboat on a calm sea with a cityscape and a snow-capped mountain in the background.
Photo by Antonio Torrisi
Open Photo by Antonio Torrisi

Catania Port

7.6/10 (449 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Catania with a trip to Catania Port. Discover the theatre scene and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
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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
Catania: Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus to Acicastello and Acitrezza

Catania: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus to Acicastello and Acitrezza

£18
per adult
Catania: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus to Acicastello and Acitrezza
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Top hotels in Old Town Catania

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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"We stayed here on two different dates and as such got two different rooms. In both occasions the rooms were very clean and the staff was courteous and professional. Accessing the hotel by car is challenging to say the least. I highly recommend calling in advance to coordinate with them. They will ..."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Palazzo Sangiorgio

Palazzo Sangiorgio

5 out of 5
Via Cardinale Pappalardo, 1 Catania CT
The price is £223 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
£223
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (210 reviews)
"The property was very nice, clean and a great location.."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 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 £95 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
£95
10 Nov - 11 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 £106 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
£106
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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
Romano House

Romano House

4 out of 5
Via Giovanni Di Prima, 20 Catania CT
The price is £107 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
£107
4 Nov - 5 Nov
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! (706 reviews)
"Overall experience was very good. The suite was unusually decorated, large and clean. It was at the front of the hotel and there was some residual noise from the street. AC was good and housekeeping was efficient. It’s in a good location for Via Etna, Piazza Duomo and other spots and very close to ..."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Romano House
Duomo Suites & Spa

Duomo Suites & Spa

4 out of 5
Via Garibaldi, 23 Catania CT
The price is £108 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
£108
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (478 reviews)
"We were very fortunate when we chose this facility to stay for our visit in Catania ! Great service from the front desk, fine room,and right in the center of all the activity ! We would definitely choose this hotel on our next visit ."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

Duomo Suites & Spa
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Where to stay in Old Town Catania

Find the best Old Town Catania areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Old Town Catania
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A historic building with a dome and statues, surrounded by trees and people.

Catania City Centre

Unique features of Catania City Centre include the historical sites and theatres. Make a stop by Via Crociferi or Piazza Stesicoro while you're exploring the area.

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.

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