Catania City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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.

Stay near popular Catania City Centre attractions

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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Activities

Mount Etna: Guided Trek 3,000 Meters to the Summit

Mount Etna 3000 m Summit Hike with Volcanology Guide

NZ$110
per adult
Mount Etna 3000 m Summit Hike with Volcanology Guide
Self-Guided Private Walking Tour in Sicily

Sicily Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey

NZ$4
per adult
Sicily Unveiled: A Self-Guided Journey
Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling

Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling

NZ$138
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

NZ$40
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

NZ$120
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Catania: Etna Morning Excursion with Tasting and Pickup
Porta Uzeda

Catania Audio Tour with App : Duomo, Etna and Via Etnea

NZ$24
per adult
Catania Audio Tour with App : Duomo, Etna and Via Etnea
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Our pick of the best Catania City Centre Hotel Deals

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

4 out of 5
Via Etnea 218 Catania CT
The price is NZ$421 per night from 12 July to 13 July
NZ$421
12 July - 13 July
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Excellent location, gorgeous rooms, exceptional staff. Nothing not to love! Will be back without a doubt!"

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Etna Suite

Etna Suite

Via Etnea, 290 Catania CT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$187 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$187
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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! (970 reviews)
"Very good location, near parking, and nice facilities."

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Etna Suite
Il Principe Hotel

Il Principe Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Alessi 24 Catania CT
The price is NZ$272 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$272
26 July - 27 July
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! (884 reviews)
"Great location, beautiful property, air conditioning, good breakfast, friendly staff."

Reviewed on 10 June 2026

Il Principe Hotel
Duomo Suites & Spa

Duomo Suites & Spa

4 out of 5
Via Garibaldi, 23 Catania CT
The price is NZ$346 per night from 22 July to 23 July
NZ$346
22 July - 23 July
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! (454 reviews)
"J’ai adoré mon séjour à cette hôtel. Très bien situé"

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Duomo Suites & Spa
Palazzo Sangiorgio

Palazzo Sangiorgio

5 out of 5
Via Cardinale Pappalardo, 1 Catania CT
The price is NZ$670 per night from 14 July to 15 July
NZ$670
14 July - 15 July
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 Fish Market are ...
Palazzo Sangiorgio
Romano House

Romano House

4 out of 5
Via Giovanni Di Prima, 20 Catania CT
The price is NZ$230 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$230
19 July - 20 July
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! (694 reviews)
"The property had an issue and moved us to a different hotel, barely a 3 star when I was expecting a 4 star."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Romano House
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Our guide on where to stay in Catania City Centre

Find the best Catania City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Catania City Centre
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A historic building with ornate architecture, flags, and banners.

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 small blue boat docked in a harbor with a mountain in the background.

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, Palace of Culture and Palazzo Biscari 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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