Catania Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local

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Overview

If you're looking for a fun and curious way to visit Catania, you've come to the right place! With this digital guide created with the support of a local, you will be able to visit all the most important monuments at your own pace. You'll get to know the stories and curiosities of Catania! But also you will discover everything about local foods, Italian Aperitivo in authentic local restaurants, and much more!

Description

Stop At: Ursino Castle, P.za Federico di Svevia, 21, 95121 Catania CT, Italy

Ursino Castle, whose name is still uncertain, is located in the center of a large square named after the Holy Roman Emperor and King of Sicily, Frederick II of Swabia. Initially, the building stood very close to the sea, surrounded by a moat and protected by several defensive structures. The external wall was built with well-squared and regularly arranged lava stone ashlars, while the second, more internal, wall was much more irregular.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: A' Piscaria Mercato del Pesce, Piazza Alonzo di Benedetto, Catania 95131

The “Pescheria” of Catania is the famous fish market of the city, located in the heart of the historic center, near Piazza del Duomo and the Fontana dell’Amenano. It is commonly called by the people of Catania “Piscarìa”, a term that comes from the Sicilian dialect.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Fontana dell'Amenano, Piazza del Duomo, Catania 95124

Fontana dell’Amenano was created in 1867 by the Neapolitan sculptor Tito Angelini in Carrara marble. This fountain is dedicated to the Amenano, the underground river that flows under the city of Etna.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Piazza del Duomo, Piazza del Duomo, Catania

Piazza del Duomo is the beating heart of Catania, located in the historic center of the city. This charming square is home to some of the city’s most iconic monuments, including the majestic Cathedral of Sant’Agata, dedicated to the city’s patron saint.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Basilica Cattedrale di Sant'Agata, Piazza del Duomo, 95100 Catania CT, Italy

Catania Cathedral, officially known as the Cathedral of Sant’Agata, is an important example of Baroque architecture. Built in 1090 on the remains of an ancient Roman temple dedicated to Jupiter, the cathedral was later rebuilt after the earthquake of 1693, which destroyed much of the city.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Piazza Università, Via Etnea, 95124 Catania CT, Italy

Piazza Università takes its name from the Palazzo degli Studi, also known as Palazzo Università. One of the distinctive elements of this square are the four bronze lampposts placed at its corners, which represent figures from popular Catania legends: the young Gammazita, the sailor Cola Pesce with his underwater skills, the brothers Anfinomo and Anapia, and the legendary Catania paladin Uzeta.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Anfiteatro Romano, Piazza Stesicoro, Ingresso gratuito, Catania 95124

Beneath Piazza Stesicoro lies an ancient Roman theatre, dating back to the 1st century BC. This precious archaeological site has been submerged over the centuries by several eruptions of Etna and, as you might imagine, seismic events.

We are not going to enter but you can visit it by yourself if you want!

Duration: 25 minutes

Stop At: Via dei Crociferi, Via dei Crociferi 95124, Catania

Crociferi Street is one of the oldest and most evocative streets in Catania, located in the heart of the historic center. This road, renowned for its extraordinary beauty, is often chosen as a set for films, thanks to its cinematic charm.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Monastero dei Benedettini, Piazza Dante 32, Catania 95124

The Benedictine Monastery of San Nicolò l’Arena in Catania has been a fundamental point of reference in the history of the city, especially in the eighteenth century, thanks to its grandeur, the richness of its rooms and the noble origins of the monks who lived there.

Duration: 30 minutes

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Schedule

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 3 to 4 hours (Approx.)
  • Departure Time:
    Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
    Catania Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local
    9/12/2024 - 12/22/2025
    Monday - Sunday :12:00 AM - 11:30 PM
  • Return Details:

    Benedictine Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena, Piazza Dante Alighieri, 32, 95124 Catania CT, Italy

What's Included

  • Text in different laguages (Eng, Deu, Esp, Ita)
  • Best advices for local restaurant with authentic food
  • Connected with google maps
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered
  • Anfiteatro romano ticket: 4€
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What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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