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 browse for the perfect souvenirs at Catania Fish Market. Discover the theater 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.
Catania City Centre Hotel Deals
Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
"The rooftop is one of the best in the city! A very clean room. Helpful staff. The front desk ordered a case for my very early flight, which was of great help!"
Reviewed on 2026/6/17
Etna Suite
"Our family of three enjoyed a one-night stay during a transfer from Mazzaro Bay to Paris. The rooms were fairly spartan but comfortable for one night. WiFi access was a little buggy and the space was not air conditioned before our arrival. Be prepared to carry your luggage up three floors of stairs. ..."
Reviewed on 2026/6/19
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 2026/5/23
Il Principe Hotel
"Great location, beautiful property, air conditioning, good breakfast, friendly staff."
Reviewed on 2026/6/10
Palazzo Sangiorgio
"From our arrival to our departure the staff and management were excellent. The reception staff dealt with our room enquiries superbly with a friendly and professional attitude. The bar staff were excellent. The room was fantastic with beautiful colours and furniture. The bed was very very good. All ..."
Reviewed on 2026/6/17
Romano House
"The property had an issue and moved us to a different hotel, barely a 3 star when I was expecting a 4 star."
Reviewed on 2026/4/25
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
Historic sites and theaters 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
While visiting Contrada Pantano d'Arci, you might make a stop by sights like Catania Beach and Spiaggia della Plaia.
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
While visiting Civita, you might make a stop by sights like Palace of Culture and Palazzo Biscari.
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 known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Catania Beach and Vaccarizzo Beach while in the area.
