Sicily, Italy

Catania

Catania's baroque centre is built of black volcanic stone, with a famous fish market and Mount Etna rising behind.

Catania: "Walking Through Catania : Streets, Insights & Delicious Bites"
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The city on foot

Catania was rebuilt after a 1693 earthquake in a grand baroque style, now part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The centre is flat and compact, with lively markets and street food.

What makes Catania distinctive

  • Baroque streets of lava stone
  • La Pescheria fish market
  • Mount Etna
  • Arancini and granita

Walking tours in Catania

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Main sights

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Neighbourhoods worth wandering

  • Centro Storico

    Old town.

  • San Berillo

    A historic quarter.

  • Lungomare

    Seafront.

Free self-guided walk

Baroque Catania

A free self-guided walk in Catania, from the fish market to Piazza del Duomo and up Via Etnea.

2.5 km · 5 stops · map and directions

See the walk

Best areas to explore on foot

  1. Via Etnea

    Main street.

  2. Via dei Crociferi

    Baroque churches.

  3. Market

    La Pescheria.

Practical walking notes

  • Terrain

    Flat.

  • Heat

    Hot summers.

  • Markets

    Morning only.

When to visit

  • Spring

    Best.

  • Summer

    Hot.

  • February

    Festa di Sant'Agata.

Getting there and getting around

Arriving

  • By air

    Catania Airport is about 15 minutes away.

Local transport

  • Buses

    Cover the city.

  • Circumetnea

    Railway around Etna.

Questions travellers ask about Catania

Can I visit Etna?

Yes, by tour.

How many days do I need?

Two days.

What should I eat?

Arancini and granita.

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Sources and review date

This guide was last updated on 2026-10-28. Opening hours, fares and services change; please confirm details with official sources before travelling.