Old Town Catania Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Town Catania
Popular places to visit
Catania Port
Explore the waterfront in Catania with a trip to Catania Port. Discover the theatre scene and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Piazza del Duomo
Elegant fountains, a superb cathedral and fine shopping and dining make Catania’s main square a great place to spend some time.
Catania Cathedral
You’ll see stunning artwork, Roman ruins and fine Baroque architecture when you visit the centerpiece of Catania’s main square.
Catania Fish Market
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.
Ursino Castle
View an array of stunning religious artworks and a collection of rare historic books at this imposing medieval castle.
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.
Activities
Mount Etna: Guided Trek 3,000 Meters to the Summit
Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car
Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling
Hop on hop off Catania-Acicastello-Acitrezza panoramic bus
Private tour of Etna with food and wine tasting in the cellar
Our pick of the best Old Town Catania Hotel Deals
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
We really enjoyed our stay, the rooms were clean and the staff were helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Il Principe Hotel
Il Principe is one of the best located hotels in Catania, close to all the main sights and easy walking distance to Square, Monastery, Fish Market etc. The Staff were exceptionally helpful . The reception area's, and Breakfast room had plenty of space and nicely decorated with marble. 2 person lift ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Liberty Hotel
The hotel was beautiful and the staff were all pleasant and super helpful. There are a number of good restaurants nearby and the main sites are well within walking distance. The room was exceptionally beautiful and spacious with top class linens.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Palazzo Sangiorgio
Nice, clean, and stylish hotel with a good location and comfortable rooms. The staff were friendly and the overall atmosphere was pleasant. The only downsides were that the breakfast selection was quite limited, and there is no gym/fitness facility in the hotel. Other than that, it was a good stay ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
B&B Hotel Catania City Center
Never again. Bed is clean and comfortable and breakfast was ok. Everything else is terrible.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Duomo Suites & Spa
When we arrived at the hotel a show was s the room , small little windows, larger window view a meter of window a roof smell like the room has not been open for a few days! Maybe because Air conditioning was off, room near breakfast! It were noises of doors closing , also from breakfast area! We ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Catania
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.
Civita
If you're spending some time in Civita, Palazzo Biscari and Massimo Bellini Theater are top sights worth seeing.
San Berillo
While visiting San Berillo, you might make a stop by sights like Piazza Stesicoro and Piazza Carlo Alberto.
Borgo-Sanzio
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.
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.
Nesima
Travellers like the restaurants in Nesima, and PalaNesima is a top attraction you might want to visit.
