Free self-guided walk · Catania

Baroque Catania

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

Distance
2.5 km
Walking time
33 min
Allow
About 2 hours with stops
Stops
5

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About this walk

This walk covers the heart of Catania on foot.

Go in the morning when La Pescheria is open.

  • Terrain: Flat.
  • Best time: Morning.

Route map

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Route and stop positions © OpenStreetMap contributors. North is up.

The stops

  1. La Pescheria

    Start at the fish market.

  2. Piazza del Duomo

    The elephant fountain.

  3. Via dei Crociferi

    Baroque churches.

  4. Roman Theatre

    The ruins.

  5. Villa Bellini

    Finish in the gardens.

Tips

  • Market is morning only.
  • Try granita.
  • Etna is visible on clear days.

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Sources and review date

This walk was last reviewed on 2026-10-28. Distance and walking time come from OpenStreetMap's walking router and don't include time at stops. Opening hours and access change; please check before you go.