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Catania

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Volcanos · Historic Sites · History Museums
Black Pearl of Ionian Sea
The landscape surrounding Catania, a medieval city on Sicily's eastern coast, is dominated by Mount Etna, the tallest active volcano in Europe. With a history reaching back almost three millennia, Catania is a major transportation hub, economic center, and a university city with a busy downtown and an active nightlife. Explore the Baroque architecture in its central area, which is a World Heritage Site. The devastating earthquake of 1693 destroyed most of Catania, and the town had to be rebuilt from scratch. One side of Catania looks out to the sea; the other features fertile country with a patchwork of citrus groves and vineyards. Explore the family-friendly attractions of Catania and add them to your vacation plans using our Italy trip itinerary app.
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    Top Catania tours

    FROM $112 BOOK WITH VIATOR Etna and Taormina Full-Day Tour from Catania
    4.8
    Duration: 9 hours
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    FROM $50 BOOK WITH VIATOR Mount Etna Day Trip from Taormina
    4.2
    Duration: 8 hours
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    FROM $114 BOOK WITH VIATOR Etna, Wine and Alcantara Tour - Small Groups from Taormina
    4.9
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    Popular things to do in Catania

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    Mt Etna ©
    World heritage site
    Mt Etna
    4.6
    Duration: 6 hours
    Piazza Duomo ©
    Historic Site
    Piazza Duomo
    4.6
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Monastero dei Benedettini ©
    History Museum
    Monastero dei Benedettini
    4.6
    Duration: 1h 30 min
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    Off-Road Tour
    Off-Road Tours
    4.4
    Duration: 4 hours

    Hidden gems in Catania

    Basilica Catedrale Sant'Agata V.M. Catania ©
    Religious Site
    Basilica Catedrale Sant'Agata V.M. Catania
    4.5
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Giardino Bellini ©
    Garden
    Giardino Bellini
    4.2
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Museo Storico dello Sbarco in Sicilia 1943 ©
    History Museum
    Museo Storico dello Sbarco in Sicilia 1943
    4.7
    Duration: 1h 30 min
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    Boat Tour
    Boat Tours & Water Sports
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Side trips from Catania

    Ancient Theatre of Taormina ©
    Ruin
    Ancient Theatre of Taormina
    Taormina
    4.4
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Ortigia ©
    Island
    Ortigia
    Syracuse
    4.8
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Isola Bella ©
    Island
    Isola Bella
    Taormina
    4.0
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Centro Storico ©
    Historic Walking Area
    Centro Storico
    Noto
    4.8
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Historic Sites in Catania

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    Chiesa della Badia di Sant'Agata ©
    Church
    Chiesa della Badia di Sant'Agata
    4.6
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Parco Archeologico Greco Romano di Catania ©
    Historic Site
    Parco Archeologico Greco Romano di Catania
    4.2
    Duration: 30 minutes
    Chiesa San Benedetto ©
    Church
    Chiesa San Benedetto
    4.6
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Chiesa di San Giuliano
    Religious Site
    Chiesa di San Giuliano
    4.7
    Duration: 1h 30 min

    Museums in Catania

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    Polo Tattile Multimediale ©
    Art Museum
    Polo Tattile Multimediale
    4.8
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Palazzo Biscari
    Art Museum
    Palazzo Biscari
    4.2
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Museo Civico Castello Ursino ©
    History Museum
    Museo Civico Castello Ursino
    3.7
    Duration: 1h 30 min
    Museo MOGAM ©
    Specialty Museum
    Museo MOGAM
    4.6
    Duration: 1h 30 min

    Tours in Catania

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    Food Tour
    Food Tours
    4.8
    Duration: 5 hours
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    Walking tour
    Walking tours
    4.7
    Duration: 8 hours
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    Helicopter Tour
    Helicopter Tours
    4.3
    Duration: 2h 30 min

    Featured attractions

    Marecamp ©
    Dolphin / Whale Watching
    Marecamp
    4.9
    Duration: 3 hours
    Duomo di Siracusa ©
    Church
    Duomo di Siracusa
    Syracuse
    4.7
    Duration: 1 hour
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    Nature / Wildlife Tour
    Nature & Wildlife Tours
    4.8
    Duration: 8 hours
    My Personal Tour ©
    Fishing Charter / Tour
    My Personal Tour
    5.0
    Duration: 4 hours

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    Where to stay in Catania

    Mt Etna ©
    Experience the charms of Sicily at your own pace by booking your stay at a private cottage or luxury villa in Catania. Family-owned cottages offer easy access to some of Sicily's finest beaches, while Catania's self-catering villas often feature sprawling yards and private swimming pools. To experience Sicilian nature and authentic way of life, consider staying at a working farm just outside Catania's city limits. A low-cost alternative, farms and B&Bs spread around the countryside offer comfortable rooms and excellent local food, just a short drive from the busy city center.
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    Places to visit with Catania

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