Catania City Centre
Catania
Visit Catania City Centre
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Elephant Fountain
Contemplate the legends associated with the symbol of Catania, which sits on an intricately carved fountain in the center of a lively old town square.
Things to do
Hop on hop off Catania-Acicastello-Acitrezza panoramic bus
Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling
Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car
Syracuse: Bus Transfer to/from Palermo Bus station
Noto, Modica and Ragusa: The Baroque Tour from Catania
Top hotels in Catania City Centre
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
"Great place to stay in Catania."
Reviewed on 31 May, 2026
Etna Suite
"We had a wonderful stay at this hotel. The location is excellent and very convenient for exploring the area. The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable, with very comfortable beds that ensured a great night's sleep. The breakfast was outstanding, offering a wide variety of delicious options to ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun, 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
Palazzo Sangiorgio
"We needed a hotel close to the CTA airport and Palazzo Sangiorgio is exactly that, about 15 minutes away. It's not in a glamorous location and the hotel is not at a luxury level, but it's clean, well managed, peaceful and quiet. Everything in our room worked perfectly and we were easily able to park ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun, 2026
Il Principe Hotel
"The property overall was very poorly maintained. The water did not drain properly from either the sink or the bathtub. Although we arrived late in the afternoon, the room electricity was not working. Considering the overall experience, the property was extremely overpriced."
Reviewed on 28 May, 2026
Palazzo Bruca Catania
"Convenient parking, close to the main landmarks, clean room, friendly and helpful staff, elevator was a plus as many times in Europe there are no elevators and carrying bags up for older people is difficult. Room was clean, spaciuos. I would come back"
Reviewed on 5 Jun, 2026
Where to stay in Catania City Centre
- Old Town Catania
- Contrada Pantano d'Arci
- Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio
- Civita
- San Giorgio-Librino-San Giuseppe la Rena-Zia Lisa-Villaggio Sant'Agata
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.
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, Palazzo Biscari and Massimo Bellini Theater 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.
