Old Town Catania

Catania

Ursino Castle showing chateau or palace and heritage architecture
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Cathedral Square showing religious aspects, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
Old Town Catania
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Popular places to visit

Cathedral Square showing religious aspects, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

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.

Piazza del Duomo
Catania Cathedral featuring a statue or sculpture, religious elements and a church or cathedral

Catania Cathedral

You’ll see stunning artwork, Roman ruins and fine Baroque architecture when you visit the centerpiece of Catania’s main square.

Catania Cathedral
Catania Fish Market

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 Fish Market
Ursino Castle showing chateau or palace and heritage architecture

Ursino Castle

View an array of stunning religious artworks and a collection of rare historic books at this imposing medieval castle.

Ursino Castle
Bellini Gardens

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.

Bellini Gardens
Massimo Bellini Theater

Massimo Bellini Theater

Enjoy a performance at Massimo Bellini Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Catania. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.

Massimo Bellini Theater

Things to do

Catania: Street Food Guided Walking Tour

Catania: Street Food Guided Walking Tour

RM223
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Catania: Street Food Guided Walking Tour
Syracuse: Bus Transfer to/from Palermo Bus station

Syracuse: Bus Transfer to/from Palermo Bus station

RM73
per adult
Syracuse: Bus Transfer to/from Palermo Bus station
Etna tour in the morning

Etna Morning Tour (starting from Catania)

RM382
per adult
Etna Morning Tour (starting from Catania)
Sicily: Catania Airport Bus Transfer to Giardini Naxos

Sicily: Catania Airport Bus Transfer to Giardini Naxos

RM29
per adult
Sicily: Catania Airport Bus Transfer to Giardini Naxos
Catania: Underground Catania Tickets and Guided Tour

Catania: Underground Catania Tickets and Guided Tour

RM119
per adult
Catania: Underground Catania Tickets and Guided Tour
Etna Tour - HalfDay Small Group & licensed Tour Guide

Etna Tour - HalfDay Small Group & licensed Tour Guide

RM358
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Etna Tour - HalfDay Small Group & licensed Tour Guide
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Top hotels in Old Town Catania

Liberty Hotel

Liberty Hotel

4 out of 5
Via San Vito 40 Catania CT
The price is RM614 per night from 18 Jan to 19 Jan
RM614
RM714 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (887 reviews)
Every went well

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Liberty Hotel
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

4 out of 5
Via Etnea 218 Catania CT
The price is RM489 per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
RM489
RM576 total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
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! (1,000 reviews)
Loved this hotel. Staff was excellent. We rented a car, so the valet was great being able to pull up right in front of the hotel, drop the car off there, and they parked it for us and got it for us each day. Great location, walking distance to many of the Catania sites.

Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Romano House

Romano House

4 out of 5
Via Giovanni Di Prima, 20 Catania CT
The price is RM467 per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
RM467
RM551 total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
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! (660 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff, reasonable location

Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Romano House
Il Principe Hotel

Il Principe Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Alessi 24 Catania CT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM415 per night from 16 Jan to 17 Jan
RM415
RM494 total
16 Jan - 17 Jan
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! (824 reviews)
Very comfortable hotel. Good location. Good breakfast. I would recommend.

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Il Principe Hotel
Hotel Villa Romeo

Hotel Villa Romeo

3 out of 5
Via Platamone 8 Catania CT
The price is RM335 per night from 6 Feb to 7 Feb
RM335
RM401 total
6 Feb - 7 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (757 reviews)
Great place in a primo location. But more special than the location was the Ana ing staff, especially Francesco and Fina. Love them!!!

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

Hotel Villa Romeo
Palazzo Sangiorgio

Palazzo Sangiorgio

5 out of 5
Via Cardinale Pappalardo, 1 Catania CT
The price is RM973 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
RM973
RM1,118 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
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 Port are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (157 reviews)
Highly recommend

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

Palazzo Sangiorgio
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Catania

Angera featuring a small town or village and a river or creek

Catania City Centre

4/5(107 area reviews)

Unique features of Catania City Centre include the historical sites and theatres. Make a stop by Manganelli Palace or Piazza Stesicoro while you're exploring the area.

Catania City Centre
Catania Cathedral showing religious elements, a church or cathedral and a statue or sculpture

Civita

If you're spending some time in Civita, Palazzo Biscari and Massimo Bellini Theater are top sights worth seeing.

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San Berillo

While visiting San Berillo, you might make a stop by sights like Piazza Stesicoro and Piazza Carlo Alberto.

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Borgo-Sanzio

4/5(12 area reviews)

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.

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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.

Monte Po-Nesima-San Leone-Rapisardi
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Nesima

Travellers like the restaurants in Nesima, and PalaNesima is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Nesima

Old Town Catania