You are in Catania and now you're wondering, what should I definitely visit in Catania? We made this guide for you, so you are sure not to miss the best places!

Piazza Duomo & The Elephant

Piazza Duomo in Catania hosts the two most important monuments in Catania: The Cathedral of Saint Agatha and the Elephant statue, called by the locals "U Liotru". Saint Agatha is believed to protect Catania from Etna Eruptions and has a strong devoting culture in the City.

Castello Ursino

The Castello Ursino was built in the XIII century by Frederich II of Svevia. It was used during the "Vespri Siciliani" as Parliament, and later inhabited by the kings of Sicily. Today, it hosts a beautiful museum!

Villa Bellini

Villa Bellini is a splendid Garden located in Via Etnea. It is the most beautiful out of the 4 garden in Catania. It's perfect for a picnic. We suggest you get some of the amazing arancini from the bar located just opposite the villa called "Savia", and enjoy them in the Villa!

Teatro Massimo

This is an historic theatre in Catania. It is surrounded by coffe places, restaurants, pizzerias.

Worth visiting during the classic opera season to witness the clarity of the sound, you can find tickets online. Definitely worth a visit out of working hours with a guide.

Monastero dei Benedettini

This is a beautiful complex with a fascinating history. There is a monastery and a Church from the VIII century, which is well worth visiting. We recommend doing the English tour if you don't understand Italian.