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Via Etnea

Via Etnea

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Taking its name from Mount Etna, the imposing volcano that looms over the city, Via Etnea is one of Catania’s most important thoroughfares, lined with shops, restaurants, and cafés. A lively destination both day and night, Via Etnea connects two of the city’s top attractions—Piazza Duomo and Villa Bellini.

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Gastronomic Street Food Tour of Catania

Gastronomic Street Food Tour of Catania

Taste your way through the bustling markets and piazzas of Catania on a mouth-watering, half-day culinary tour. Visit fish markets, bakeries, bars and stalls to sample the best Sicilian street food with a local guide. Try regional specialties like ‘arancini’ (stuffed fried rice balls), fizzy drinks, ‘cipollata’ (bacon-wrapped onions), ‘zibibbio’ wine and decadent cannoli. Learn what makes Sicilian cuisine unique from the rest of Italy while discovering some of Catania’s cultural treasures.

3 hours
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Price varies by group size

Private and Guided Godfather Tour from Catania with lunch

Private and Guided Godfather Tour from Catania with lunch

Experience Sicily through the eyes of The Godfather on a private tour with stops at the movie’s iconic film locations, from the Church of Santa Lucia to Forza D’Agro. In addition to navigating for you, your guide provides snacks, drinks, admission tickets whenever necessary, and a wealth of stories often unheard by visitors. Upgrade to include lunch and/or dinner at a classic Sicilian restaurant.

5 to 8 hours
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Price varies by group size

Catania walking Tour small group

Catania walking Tour small group

This Catania tour is perfect for travelers short on time—it fits many of the city’s highlights into just a few hours, leaving you enough time to still do more exploring that same day. See Piazza Stesicoro, Piazza Vincenzo Bellini, L’Arco di San Benedetto, and Castello Ursino with a guide who tells you fun historical facts along the way.

2 hours
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Catania Duomo, via Etnea & Caltagirone

Catania Duomo, via Etnea & Caltagirone

Catania is the most advanced city in Sicily and Caltagirone is famous all over the world for its ceramics. Passengers will travel with us as if they were longtime friends.

8 to 11 hours
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Catania authentic Street Food

Catania authentic Street Food

With a famous fish market and simple cooking traditions, Catania might have some of the best street food in Sicily. On this small-group tour, explore the city’s historical center—including the famous fish market—with a guide who takes you to the best street-food spots to taste local specialties. The main stops are Piazza del Duomo, Via Etnea, and Piazza Stesicoro.

3 hours
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Catania unique walking tour of the city center

Catania unique walking tour of the city center

This visit of the city center will take place in the company of a local guide that will tell everything about our city: you will learn the historical events of Catania that makes Catania unique and we will illustrate the main monuments that have arisen over the centuries. You will pass by Piazza Duomo, proceeding your walking to Pescheria, our famous and folkloristic fish market. With a short stroll you will reach Castello Ursino, cultural symbol of the city during the Medieval age. Your guide will also lead you to Piazza San Francesco, passing by Piazza Dante, Via Gesuiti, Alessi steps, University square, Vincenzo Bellini square, San Placido square.

2 hours
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CSTRents - Catania Segway PT Authorized Tour

CSTRents - Catania Segway PT Authorized Tour

Glide through the historic streets of Catania on a 3-hour Segway tour. Follow a local guide through the UNESCO-listed city center, passing the Fountain of the Elephant, the bustling street of Via Etnea and the park of Villa Bellini. Pause to admire the 13th-century Castle Ursino and learn more about the city’s medieval history. Your tour will conclude back at your original departure point.

3 hours
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Private Etna tour from Catania + Lunch at Etna Winery

Private Etna tour from Catania + Lunch at Etna Winery

Explore the Mount Etna region on a full-day private tour from Catania. Learn about Europe’s highest active volcano and the folklore from your informative guide. Drive through mountain villages, visit a local honey shop and the Cyclops Cave, and drive up to Rifugio Sapienza at 2000 meters above sea level to admire the beautiful views. Then head to a local winery to enjoy a delicious lunch complete with local wines.

6 to 8 hours
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Catania - Street food Tour

Catania - Street food Tour

Discover Catania’s vibrant street food scene with an insider foodie guide on this private walking tour through the local fish market and along Via Etnea, the city’s lively main thoroughfare. Stop to sample local specialties from paper cones of deep-fried seafood and crisp “arancini” rice balls to icy granita and sweet ricotta-stuffed cannoli. Learn about the city’s culinary history and culture as you nibble your way through the old town.

2 to 3 hours
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Catania Private Walking Tour with "Arancino Siciliano" tasting

Catania Private Walking Tour with "Arancino Siciliano" tasting

Catania has a world of offerings for travelers: UNESCO World Heritage sites, fascinating history, street markets, and a cuisine that is the envy of the Mediterranean. It can be a challenge to pack it all in one day, but this private half-day walking tour—which pairs the city’s top sights with traditional street food and wine—allows you to do just that. Upgrade to end the tour with a wine and food tasting at a local restaurant.

4 to 5 hours
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Catania Street Food Tour

Catania Street Food Tour

A mix between history, art and culinary traditions, between the historic center of the city of Catania, between baroque flavors and popular traditions. A tour that is experienced only with the locals, who with care and attention will take you to experience the true and authentic Sicily, between Piazza Stesicoro, Via Etnea, the Cathedral, Via Crociferi and then moving on to the mesce market where you they will taste some local street food.

3 hours 30 minutes
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Private Tour to Catania from Taormina

Private Tour to Catania from Taormina

Embark on a private tour from Taormina to the bustling city of Catania, where you'll discover a rich blend of history, culture, and stunning architecture. Begin your journey at the impressive Piazza Duomo, home to the beautiful Catania Cathedral, and marvel at the iconic Elephant Fountain, a symbol of the city. Stroll along Via Etnea, the vibrant main street, and immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere. Uncover Catania's ancient history at the Roman Theatre and Odeon, showcasing the city's captivating past. Explore the imposing Ursino Castle, which now houses the Catania Civic Museum, and visit the monumental Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Complete your tour with a visit to the lively Fish Market, where you'll experience the authentic flavors of Sicily. This tour of Catania from Taormina offers a unique opportunity to delve into the heart of this captivating Sicilian city, uncovering its fascinating history, architectural beauty, and vibrant culture

6 hours
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2 Private tours in one day:Horseback riding-Godfather tour+Lunch

2 Private tours in one day:Horseback riding-Godfather tour+Lunch

See some of the top sights of Sicily without having to worry about car hire or navigation on a private day trip from Catania. You'll see Mount Etna and Alcantara Gorges, and have the chance to taste local items such as olive oil, honey, jam, wine, and spirits. Plus, exploring with a private guide means that you'll benefit from undivided attention throughout the day.

8 to 9 hours
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The best ways to experience Via Etnea are:

Gastronomic Street Food Tour of Catania
Private and Guided Godfather Tour from Catania with lunch
Catania walking Tour small group
Catania Duomo, via Etnea & Caltagirone

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