Catania Guide
Catania City Guide · 2026 Edition
Between Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea, where baroque meets lava stone. Everything you need to experience Catania like a true local, chapter by chapter.
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01Welcome to Catania
Between Mount Etna and the Ionian Sea, where baroque meets lava stone.
02Unmissable in the city
16 landmark spots, from Piazza Duomo to the Roman Theatre.
03Two seas, two shores
Golden sand to the south, black lava rock to the north.
04Kiosks and lemon seltz
The Catanese ritual worth trying at least once.
05Culture, history and flavors
The Feast of Saint Agatha, Via Crociferi, Etna Comics and historic pastry shops.
06True local tips
Small unwritten rules for living the city like a local.
07Eat like a local
Granita, arancini, fresh fish, street food, pizza and new openings.
08Typical dishes and what they cost
From pasta alla Norma to cannoli, with average prices.
09Shopping malls and how to get there IT only
Porte di Catania, Etnapolis, Centro Sicilia and IKEA.
10When to visit Catania IT only
Why the city is at its best from October to May.
11Nightlife and clubs IT only
From the historic centre in winter to the coast in summer.
12Practical tips, safety & useful numbers IT only
Opening hours, tipping, transport and the numbers worth saving.
13Nearby places to visit IT only
Etna, Aci Trezza, the Alcantara Gorges, Taormina, Ortigia and the villages.
14Around us IT only
Everything you need, just steps from the guest house.
15How to get downtown on foot IT only
The walking route to Villa Bellini and Via Etnea, step by step.