Old Town Catania Travel Guide

Catania

Old Town Catania
Old Town Catania
Old Town Catania
Old Town Catania
Old Town Catania

Popular places to visit

Piazza del Duomo

Piazza del Duomo

4.5/5(41 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 Port

Catania Port

3.5/5(23 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Catania with a trip to Catania Port. Discover the theatre scene and cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Catania Port
Catania Cathedral

Catania Cathedral

4.5/5(101 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(29 reviews)

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

Ursino Castle

4/5(34 reviews)

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

Ursino Castle

Things to do

Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling

Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling

£51
per adult
Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling
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 9 for Activity Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car and 4x4 Option

Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car

£56
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car
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

£19
per adult
Catania: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus to Acicastello and Acitrezza
Tour of Etna on foot, food and wine tasting in the Etna winery

Private tour of Etna with food and wine tasting in the cellar

£137
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private tour of Etna with food and wine tasting in the cellar
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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 £216 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
£216
21 Jun - 22 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Central location - near all attractions. Easy walk to Duomo, fish market and many places"

Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Duomo Suites & Spa

Duomo Suites & Spa

4 out of 5
Via Garibaldi, 23 Catania CT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £202 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
£202
10 Jun - 11 Jun
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! (448 reviews)
"Staff was great. Room was clean. But my worse lifetime experience in a hotel that has rooms where you can’t sleep. My room was facing an open street terrace with the extreme late night noise and a farmers market for the very early setup noise. Couple this with garbage/recycing pickup and street cleanup ..."

Reviewed on 23 May 2026

Duomo Suites & Spa
Il Principe Hotel

Il Principe Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Alessi 24 Catania CT
The price is £138 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
£138
17 Jun - 18 Jun
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! (879 reviews)
"The property overall was very poorly maintained. The water did not drain properly from either the sink or the bathtub. Although we arrived late in the afternoon, the room electricity was not working. Considering the overall experience, the property was extremely overpriced."

Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Il Principe Hotel
Liberty Hotel

Liberty Hotel

4 out of 5
Via San Vito 40 Catania CT
The price is £181 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
£181
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (919 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Liberty Hotel
Palazzo Sangiorgio

Palazzo Sangiorgio

5 out of 5
Via Cardinale Pappalardo, 1 Catania CT
The price is £265 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
£265
23 Jun - 24 Jun
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! (179 reviews)
"Overall, have been to nicer hotels (and nicer cities for that matter) but, and it's a big one, the hotel staff was exceptional across the board, in particular the reception team. Truly super helpful and accommodating and it was greatly appreciated. Hotel also has a nice outside area where you can ..."

Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Palazzo Sangiorgio
Bed and Breakfast Opera

Bed and Breakfast Opera

3 out of 5
Via Antonino Di Sangiuliano 129 Catania CT
The price is £64 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
£64
2 Jun - 3 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly B&B in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Catania Port ...
8/10 Very Good! (33 reviews)
"Fantastic stay at the opera house- staff were so friendly and communicated well, we had a big beautiful clean room, top location and fantastic vibe all round."

Reviewed on 28 May 2026

Bed and Breakfast Opera
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Catania

Catania City Centre

Catania City Centre

4/5(108 area reviews)

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.

Catania City Centre
Civita

Civita

If you're spending some time in Civita, Palazzo Biscari and Massimo Bellini Theater are top sights worth seeing.

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San Berillo

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

San Berillo
Borgo-Sanzio

Borgo-Sanzio

4/5(12 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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