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 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.
Catania Cathedral
You’ll see stunning artwork, Roman ruins and fine Baroque architecture when you visit the centerpiece of Catania’s main square.
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.
Ursino Castle
View an array of stunning religious artworks and a collection of rare historic books at this imposing medieval castle.
Activities
Mount Etna 3000 m Summit Hike with Volcanology Guide
Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling
Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car
Private Walking Tour in the Historic Center of Catania
Hop on hop off Catania-Acicastello-Acitrezza panoramic bus
Catania Audio Tour with App : Duomo, Etna and Via Etnea
Our pick of the best Old Town Catania Hotel Deals
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
"We can’t speak highly enough about our three-night stay at UNA Palace Catania! We chose this hotel to celebrate our anniversary, and felt spoiled from the moment we arrived. The check-in was easy and the staff very welcoming, and the dining at the Etnea Rooftop restaurant was plentiful and delicious ..."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Liberty Hotel
"Loved the hotel. In a quiet part of town, but very close to the town center and some great restaurants."
Reviewed on 22 June 2026
Duomo Suites & Spa
"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
Il Principe Hotel
"Great location, beautiful property, air conditioning, good breakfast, friendly staff."
Reviewed on 10 June 2026
Palazzo Bruca Catania
"Le personnel était très accueillant et agréable. Chambre spacieuse, propre et confortable. Parking très pratique. Localisation 10/10"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Palazzo Sangiorgio
"The room was very clean, the breakfast was excellent."
Reviewed on 24 June 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Old Town Catania
- Catania City Centre
- Contrada Pantano d'Arci
- Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio
- Civita
- San Giorgio-Librino-San Giuseppe la Rena-Zia Lisa-Villaggio Sant'Agata
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.
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.
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.
Civita
If you're spending some time in Civita, Palace of Culture and Palazzo Biscari are top sights worth seeing.
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.
