Eastern Sicily Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Eastern Sicily
Where to stay in Eastern Sicily
Taormina City Centre
The colourful gardens and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Taormina City Centre. A stop by Corso Umberto or Piazza IX April might round out your trip.
Ortigia
Ortigia is popular for its seaside views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Cathedral of Syracuse or Piazza del Duomo.
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.
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.
Mazzaro
The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Mazzaro. A stop by Lido Mazzaro or Isola Bella might round out your trip.
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.
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Very large two story room. Convenient in city location
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Hotel Villa Paradiso
Beautiful hotel, wonderful service, great breakfast, good location.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Hotel Bel Soggiorno
Good size room and we had an amazing view off our balcony. Shower stall is very small and uncomfortable. The breakfast spread is incredible, but I was disappointed that the hotel bar/restaurant had a very limited menu. There were about 10 items listed but they only had 4-5 of them available.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Hotel - Residence La Residenza
Dark dingy room. Shower stall you couldn’t turn around in or bend down to pick something up. Scroungy breakfast. No coffee service in our room although our friends room had a kettle and coffee.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2025
Ampio e Panoramico Appartamento a due Passi dal Mare, Vista Unica su Isolabella
Views are spectular.Host is very accomodating.All equipment functioned well.Very large terrace.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Alla Giudecca
We loved the history of the building, it was beautiful. Spacious rooms with outside sitting area. Walkable to all areas of interest in Ortigia and cafes and restaurants. Staff were helpful.
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit
Mount Etna
This tranquil city is in a stupendous position on the sea in front of Mount Etna, with a mild climate year round and marvellous scenery, where peace and quiet reign supreme. It's been world famous for centuries, which has brought an influx of noteworthy tourists, even today, thanks to the numerous holiday promotions for Taormina.
Corso Umberto
During your visit to Taormina, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Corso Umberto. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Taormina Cable Car
On this quick and practical lift system, appreciate the picturesque views as you soar above the beaches and coves of Mazzarò and spot the historic landmarks of Taormina.
Catania Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Catania Beach during your travels in Contrada Pantano d'Arci?
Spiaggia di Lido di Noto
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Spiaggia di Lido di Noto during your trip to Noto Marina? Wander the gardens and seaside in the 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.
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