Explore Mount Etna
Outside City 6 hrs
Hike or take a cable car up Europe's most active volcano for breathtaking views.
Where to stay
Hotels in Catania
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At a glance
Climate
Mediterranean
Languages
Italian and Sicilian
Local currency
EUR
(EUR)
Local time
(GMT+2)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Centro Storico
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional, small change for good service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
80 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Arancini
Pasta alla Norma
Cannoli
Granita
When to visit Catania
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan40
Cool, some rain
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Feb45
Cool, occasional rain
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Mar55
Mild, spring starts
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Apr70
Pleasant, blooming
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May80
Warm, sunny
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Jun85
Hot, sunny
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Jul90
Very hot, dry
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Aug90
Very hot, dry
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Sept85
Warm, pleasant
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Oct70
Mild, autumn
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Nov50
Cool, rainy
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Dec45
Cool, festive
Things to do in Catania
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Experience La Pescheria (Fish Market)
Centro Storico 1.5 hrs
Immerse yourself in the bustling, historic fish market, a sensory overload of local life.
Best in the afternoon
3 places
Visit Ursino Castle
Centro Storico 2 hrs
Discover the medieval fortress turned civic museum, housing archaeological finds and art.
Stroll Via Etnea
Centro Storico 2.5 hrs
Walk Catania's main street, lined with shops, cafes, and Baroque palaces, leading towards Etna.
Relax at San Giovanni Li Cuti
San Giovanni Li Cuti 3 hrs
Enjoy the unique black volcanic sand beach and charming fishing village atmosphere.
Best in the evening
1 place
Attend an Opera at Teatro Massimo Bellini
Centro Storico 3 hrs
Experience a world-class opera or concert in Catania's stunning 19th-century opera house.
Any time of day
1 place
Wander Piazza Duomo & Cathedral
Centro Storico 2 hrs
Admire the iconic Elephant Fountain and the stunning Baroque cathedral in the heart of the city.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Catania
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Etna tour and wine tasting in the cellar
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Standard tour
Wine & Food Tasting on Etna's Winery Private Tour
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Standard tour
Etna Wine & Food Tasting plus Honey Laboratory Private Tour
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Standard tour
Mount Etna and Taormina day tour
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Standard tour
Etna and Taormina Tour - Pickup Time 08:30 from your Hotel
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Unstructured tour
PRIVATE TRANSFER from CATANIA to TAORMINA (or VICEVERSA)
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Standard tour
Private Tour from Catania to Etna Naxos and Taormina
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Unstructured tour
Private transport in Sicily
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Catania
Straight-line distance from the centre of Catania.
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