Fun things to do in Catania: 36 fun attractions and activities

Castello Ursino is a fascinating medieval fortress in Catania, Sicily, built in the 13th century by Emperor Frederick II. Surrounded by lava stone and rich in history, it now houses a museum with captivating art and archaeological exhibits. The mix of Norman architecture and volcanic surroundings makes it truly unique. A peaceful, historic spot that offers insight into Sicily’s complex past—definitely worth a visit when exploring Catania.

Ursino Castle offers a rewarding blend of historical architecture and curated artifacts—ideal for those who appreciate medieval history and Sicilian culture. It’s especially suited to visitors seeking depth in a less crowded museum, but those expecting curated, modern exhibitions may find its layout and presentation modest

Great place to visit just before sunset, the colors work well with the site

Still closed, but even so the surrounding area and the outside are worth visiting. It’s almost all on volcanic rock and there are lizards, birds and wild cats all around the area. It’s a popular meeting point for tours and the area felt very safe.

Decent enough museum but the €6 entrance is honestly too steep. That said I enjoyed the meander around and the collection of artifacts on the ground floor. The second (first floor in the U.K.) is mostly paintings. It’s no Louvre but some are striking, such as Love and Death and the Sicilian Vespers. All captions are translated into English. Nice views of the city from the roof terrace. Have to agree that unfortunately bathrooms were gross 😷

We visited Caravaggio paintings exposition and ticket lady proposed purchase also tickets to Ursino Castle for just 1 Euro more, so it was a no brainer. I think it's worth seeing and as you can see at the photos you will be able to see a lot of paintings, the whole interior of the castle and beautiful views from the top.

6€ per person to get in. Sort of boring to be honest, paintings and sculptures but I really wanted to see and learn about the castle. The outside and the middle part is the best. Only two vending machines on the top floor with a small seating area. Bathrooms were disgusting!

The Benedictine Monastery in Catania is a very special and well maintained piece of history in Catania. I took a group of Americans from my yoga retreat here as part of a cultural excursion to Catania and it was absolutely fabulous. The tour was about an hour long and covered so much history and interesting parts of the property to explore. Our english speaking guide was so passionate and enthusiastic about the history he was sharing with us. He invited questions from the group through out our experience and he was a fountain of information and knowledge. I would recommend this tour to history buffs and skeptics alike.

We really enjoyed our guided visit to the Monastero dei Benedettini (10€). It was fascinating to walk through 2000 years of history, and it’s truly remarkable that such a historic place is now home to a university. It’s one of the most beautiful university campuses I’ve ever seen !

We accidentally stumbled across the monastery whilst sightseeing in Catania and managed to join a guided tour. The monastery blew us away and the guide was amazing. Being able to see the evolution of the site from its Roman beginnings in the basement library to the various rebuilding of the earthquakes and eruptions of Etna was fascinating. Of all the churches and sites in Catania, I’d put this on the top of the list.

A tour guide is definitely necessary here. Our tour guide Nicola was so funny and informative. You got all kinds of funny stories and history about this place from 2nd century AD to current time. We even got into the usually not open area thanks to our guide. (Also this museum shop has the best designed souvenirs I have seen so far in Sicily)

One of the largest monastery in Europe, full of interesting historical sites and ancient ruins; make sure to visit along with a guide; there is 1 every hour and the whole tour takes around 1:20 hours and it’s really worth it.

You can't judge a book by its cover nor can you judge this magnificent monastery but the outside. Once inside of this church that is for the monks of the order it is unbelievably beautiful. I highly recommend visiting it if you come to Catania.

Words cannot express how amazing our tour was!!!!!! Our guide in English was sooooooo GREAT!!!!! He had such a passion for the history. Really really great!!! Definitely a MUST SEE IN CATANIA. The building was incredible!!!

Fantastic baroque theatre that maintains its 19th century charm. In places it it dated but the 4 stories of loggias are spectacular. The acoustics are fantastic. If you have a chance, also visit the upstairs room that is spectucularly decorated with gold colored plaster ceilings, ornaments and pillars!

Fantastic symphony experience. Recommend getting tickets at the box office rather than online, better options. Beautiful and well maintained historic theater. Orchestra was fabulous and powerful with complex Mahler 5th. No breaks just like Mahler would expect.

Theatre Bellini is an amazing building! This classical building has been built to mark the Catania born composer Vincenzo Bellini. We couldn't see the inside sadly as there weren't any performances while we were visiting Catania in Sicily.

Wanted to buy a concert ticket but the website was down. You can go inquire it 2 hours at the entrance before the concert to see if there are any concert tickets left.

Am amazing theatre, beautiful. Staff are very cordial too

We were at a concert celebrating the anniversary of the opening of the theater in 1890. Puccini and Verdi - beautiful music in a beautiful place.

We took a NCL cruise from Venice to Portugal last year. One of the stops was Catania. We got off the ship and self guided our tour using google maps and my research. Lots of picturesque squares and buildings. We stopped at the opera house to look around. We did not have time to buy tickets to go inside but we enjoyed looking around.

Ok but once fully renovated and the paintings have been cleaned it will be a better place to visit. Guides available if wanted and price concession for over 65's. Signs of decay on ceilings and paintings discoloured from smoke from the two fireplaces in the main hall. This hides a lot of the fine details in most of the paintings. A visit takes about 30 minutes.

The Palazzo Biscari, an 18th-century Baroque palace in Catania, is an architectural gem worth visiting. Its opulent interiors transport you to another era. However, the visit can be marred by a few drawbacks: * Limitations: The number of rooms open to the public is limited, and the entrance fee might be considered steep. * Lack of information: Information about opening hours, prices, and historical details is scarce, especially if you're visiting independently. * Unforeseen closures: You might encounter unexpected closures, as happened in this case. Despite these inconveniences, the palace remains one of Catania's main attractions and a prime example of Sicilian Baroque. If you have the time and budget, I recommend including it in your itinerary. Tips: * Book in advance: Avoid unpleasant surprises. * Hire a guided tour: Learn more about the palace's history. * Check the official website: Although it might not always be up-to-date, it's a good starting point. In summary, the Palazzo Biscari is a beautiful place, but there are some areas that could be improved. If you appreciate Baroque architecture and history, you will enjoy your visit.

Beautiful Palace and you have as a guise one of the family!!! You need to book a tour to visit it

a place worth visiting, and certainly with a guide (in English, guided by one of the great, great… grandsons). He tells cool stories and shows the toilets in the passage to the main hall. 🫣

Absolutely stunning inside. Well worth a visit

I have attached a photo: On the left side is the time table for tours in Italian. Tours in English and French are next to it. Full price is 10e, for students 7e. Lasts around 30mins. You hear interesting stuff, history of the city. There is no point in going there without a guide. You have 5 rooms and going through them makes no sense.

Once they have the time and money to restore this Palazzo it will be a great place to visit. The ceilings are finely painted but there is evidence of water ingress. The paintings could do with some expert cleaning to make them more vibrant. Sadly they have suffered the ravages of time and smoke from the two fireplaces in the main hall. Pity as it has a great history.

S special place to visit in Catania. You don't have the possibility to see it everyday. An open place where the fishermen sell their fish. A very original one. And you don't pay anything and can taste grilled fish or seafood for little money.

The fish market in Catania is amazing! You can feel the local energy and see how fresh the fish are — straight from the sea. It’s a true Sicilian experience!

Wonderful place to wander around, listen to the chatter of people talking everything 'fish.' This is quite a sight - everything is so fresh, the men cutting and unloading and selling from the square. I loved the 'culture' of it and thinking about the history of fishing and selling, this wonderful way of life in Catania. Would love to go back again.

Bustling food market with tons of fresh fish, vegetables, meats, and local specialties. Get ready for shouts, crowds, and strong smells—but it’s an awesome experience and really gives you a taste of local life.

Catania Fish Market is a vibrant, authentic experience! Busy, loud, and full of local flavor — a must-see slice of Sicilian life. Fresh seafood, lively atmosphere, and pure character.. Be there early in the morning 😃

Highly recommend the visit and the tasting of fresh fish and seafood Very typical and it’s the fisherman’s that sell their catch of the day

Messy, loud and as lovely you would expect Sicily to be. Well worth a visit. Talk to people. Buy something. Live a little. :)

Really beautifully preserved, and quite spectacular. Interesting to see neighbourhood cats have made their home among the ruins. Not for the faint hearted if you're afraid of heights!

You can just look into it from the outside without ticket, but that is less than 1% of this place. The ticket is 4 EUR but worths it apparently. You can explore the whole amphitheater underground. It is merged with some modern buildings, showing off very unique view from inside. The best thing is that people rarely buy the ticket. So you can enjoy your time without noise and crowd. The place is not cleaned well, though, which was the only bad thing to me. There were many wastes seemed thrown from the open above. I spared some time gathering the wastes for easier cleaning of staffs' :) Actually, this place gave me the best experience in Catania. I wish you have a chance to explore it fully with a ticket.

The ruins you can see from the surface are 10% of the whole structure. The visit is worth for the price (4€), and the panels help you understand how the amphitheater was in the past, but you'll enjoy it more with some previous information.

Well I liked Catania as a city. The amphitheatre can be viewed from the road. It's a part of but gives a great impression of what the whole would look like.

It doesn't look like much from above, but when you go in (which costs only about €4) you get to walk through some of the preserved superstructure of this Roman amphitheatre, which is now underground. It's worth a visit if you have 30 mins to spare.

Very well presented ruins, very easy to get to and see and photograph for free from street level. You can buy a ticket to walk through the ruins, but this part is not handicapped friendly.

Magnificient monument. The ticket is €6 but you can also see from above

Wonderful sight in the city square. I never knew about the elephant and what it symbolizes in Catania. Great shops here, plentey of restaurants, churches, loved seeing all the Christmas markets during December - they were everywhere here! See the elephant if you're in Catania, he's beautiful!

A sight I did not expect to see when visiting and walking around this town. There are a few references to elephants locally, this one being the most impressive. Right on the centre of the town square with the cathedral nearby.

A wonderful place set in historic surroundings. The atmosphere is both charming and authentic, giving you a real sense of the city’s heritage. It’s an ideal spot to enjoy the beauty of the architecture and the stories hidden in its walls. Highly recommended for anyone interested in history and culture

Highly recommend. Surrounded by stunning architecture and street vendors! Caffè del Duomo is a great spot to order a sweet treat, a snack or lunch while admiring the square.

Majestic piazza, gorgeous art, with a beautiful bar where you can sit and enjoy a drink while admiring it all. We bisisted when there was a bit of construction, but the place was beautiful nonetheless. all around there are olaces to visit and eat/drink. the prices are very good. highly recommend it

A lovely bustling place to visit. Lots of people watching. Apparently there were mini elephants in Catania many many years ago which is why the statue is of an Ellie. You can stand at the start of road and have a view of Mount Etna.

Right in the middle next to Saint Agatha Church. La piazetta itself is nice with cute terraces where you can enjoy a cup of coffee. The monument is just a fountain but is nice because of the surroundings.

Very cool place to come and see. Loads of cats just wondering around. Compared to other places in Catania, this museum is quite expensive especially as parts were closed when I went. However it is still well worth a visit. Be sure to check the route map first which is weirdly by the exit. I saw plenty of tourists missing parts as there is no clear route.

Hidden in the middle of an old section of the city this piece of history is surprising and amazing. It is worth visiting to really feel the scale of the history of this space.

I visited the place late and there wasn't much daylight (November after 5pm), but on the other hand it turned out that the visit was free at that time. This place has a very interesting and unique vibe. In some ways it's different from other similar places I've visited.

I really enjoyed exploring the Roman amphitheater and Greek Odeon. The site dates back to the 1st century AD. There was plenty of signage giving the history of the location and information about the restoration efforts. The theater was in remarkably good shape and I was able to explore the various tunnels and interior passageways. There were so many various nooks and crannies to explore and nothing was off-limits. The adjacent Odeon is smaller and didn’t hold up as well, but it was still amazing to see. This site is not overly crowded, so it almost feels like you have the whole place to yourself. I’d highly recommend a visit to this historical gem.

It’s incredible that you can find such a treasure of archaeological significance tucked between the buildings of the city. Without the signs, it would be very easy to miss the entrance. The theatre itself is in excellent condition, and you can really sense its ancient majesty. I had never seen a Roman theatre with black tones before, which are caused by the use of lava stones. It’s a unique and striking detail. It’s truly surprising to see how this ancient Roman wonder has been used as the foundation for more modern houses, which now sit directly on top of it. The layers of history are visible all at once, and that contrast adds even more depth to the visit. What makes the experience even more special is the chance to see both the theatre and the odeon. It’s fascinating to observe the two separate structures and reflect on their different purposes. The theatre was used for comedies and dramas, while the odeon was intended for concerts. Overall, it’s a wonderful experience, and I definitely recommend a visit if you’re in Catania.

Worth a visit only cost us €4 each as we are under 25, the staff weren't very friendly at the front but its a very nice ruins with plenty to explore if you read and search through the whole place.

8 euro to enter. Cool theatre. Because of the buildup you almost walk right past it.

Austere baroque building. Its facade is the most exuberant part of the building. The grave of Bellini is an impressive site and obviously still loved by the locals given the flowers. The music line on the grave talks of the fire dying with his passing. The remnants of the Norman Basilica give an idea of the prior building’s grandeur, it is a great pity it did not survive (given also how beautiful other Norman buildings are) Well worth a short visit!

The Basilica Cattedrale di Sant’Agata is an extraordinary place of worship and a must-see for anyone passionate about culture, religion, and art. Rich in history, it stands as one of Catania’s most iconic landmarks. The cathedral is truly spectacular – both in its impressive exterior architecture and in the beauty and detail of its interior. A visit here leaves you with a deep sense of awe and appreciation for Sicily’s cultural and spiritual heritage.

We visited this Cathedral early in the day, then came back that evening for a classical music event. This is a very special place with a deeply spiritual vibe. The marble work is exquisite and not overly ornate. This is a lovely, lovely place.

The Kathedrale Sant’Agata (Catania Cathedral) is a magnificent piece of architecture that anchors the Piazza del Duomo. The building itself is historically rich and absolutely beautiful, showcasing the striking Baroque style typical of the city. The surrounding garden area is also well-kept and provides a lovely, peaceful contrast to the busy piazza. Top Tip for Photographers: If you want to capture truly amazing pictures of the Cathedral and the piazza, I highly recommend visiting right before or during sunset. The light hitting the facade at that time is spectacular and creates unforgettable views. This is not just a place of worship, but a true architectural and photographic landmark in Catania.

Some cathedrals are beautifully painted with fresccos and adorned with gorgeous artefacts. This cathedral was almost simple but had grandeur instead. Absolutely magnificent and that made it beautiful. There catacombs under that I did not visit (3 euros). Beautiful cathedral.

Very beautiful, although the church is starting to show major damages to the outside structure. The inside is not well maintained. See this marvel before time takes it away

Beautiful cathedral, very serene, entry is free. Beautiful artwork and nice gift shop.

It's a very beautiful place, we saw a lot of beautiful plants and flowers here. I especially liked the cactus part, there were huge cacti and some were even in bloom. We spent about 3 hours here before we went around. There were no crowds, there were barely a few people during the day on a weekday.

Lovely gardens to stop by and explore, not as well maintained as they could be but in the Sicilia heat that is difficult. Best place to hear and see birds in the city too. Fantastic collection of Cactus and plants from all over the world. FREE to enter with a free map at the entrance. Closes 13:00-15:00

this was a wonderful surprise in Catania. not the biggest botanical garden I've ever seen, but it's free, all plants have tags with the Latin name so you can easily get more info on them online if you're curious, there's a greenhouse and it doesn't seem to be overcrowded.

Just a few blocks up the hill from the CBD, this cozy and small botanical garden was perfect for a morning stroll. It was free and the monitor inside the gate confirmed this, so more than worth the money. The grounds were not carefully manicured for our late summer visit, so crunching through the leaves on the gravel paths added a soundscape to the view. Cats were at every turn and a few of them were friendly enough for a quick petting session. The greenhouse had a more humid version of the climate and the cactus on the backside of the main columned building felt like another warmer and dryer climate. An art display with 3d printed hummingbirds called on us each to do our part (super individualistic perspective and discounts the value of institutions...but the sociologists in your party might not be as triggered as ours were).

Located in the city of Catania this place is beautiful and very peaceful place to take a nice nature stroll, at times you forget you’re in the city. Bring bug spray because they definitely have mosquitoes 🦟 and some chiggers, but other than that it was very beautiful and to top it off was free!

Relatively small but an interesting garden with a variety of exotic species, well sign-posted. Good shade from mature trees. Be mindful of the opening hours.

Honestly it’s one of the best finds in Catania if you just wasn’t to get away from it all and see some amazing plants and trees. Beautifully set out.

Very beautiful place - the heart of the old town of Catania! The cathedral is very beautiful, the square is beautiful. Nearby fish market, Greco-Roman amphitheater and many, many other attractions!

Ancien door and really like it Souvenir shop is a great place as well

Connects the main square with the bus station.

Beautiful space to see in the main city Square near the Basilica, and if you pass through it you get in front of city Park. And behind that city park is one of the bus stations. It’s not overcrowded. There are a lot of pickpockets here. It’s also nice place to buy souvenirs but buy them early morning or middle of the day because at the night they get the prices double time higher.

Nice! Outside the gate it is a beautiful small park with mediteranean plants and the alleys of the park are very well decorated using an unussual technique, a lot of small stones are attached and there are inserted some models, like a mozaic.

Lovely city gate

Lively porta next to the piazza and the cathedral.

Absolutely beautiful! The Chiesa Badia di Sant’Agata is a true treasure in Catania. The baroque architecture is stunning, and climbing up to the dome gives you breathtaking panoramic views of the city and Mount Etna. It’s peaceful, well-kept, and full of history. A must-visit while in Catania — both for the church itself and the unforgettable view from the top!

The top walkway offers an amazing view of downtown and mount Etna. It is only open in the morning and afternoon. There are roughly 150 steps to climb in a narrow staircase. There is a cover charge for the rooftop but the church can be visited for free. The church itself is small but very nice.

A beautiful church, which is also a concert venue, is very close to the cathedral. This has an impressive dome which you can climb up to for lovely views of the town and Etna.

10000% worth the ticket (don't forget the last set of narrow stairs to the very top viewpoint) - truly breathtaking!

Must go place in Catania!!! This is a gem if you go up to the top, the ticket costs 5€ and worth to buy it. You can enjoy the most breath-taking view from the Cupola and to overlook the town and the Duomo square, as far as to the sea and Etna.

Free to enter and €5 to see the view on the terrace and belvedere. I was hesitant to pay that to see the view but glad I did. On a clear and sunny day like I had it was beautiful! Fantastic scenery of Mt Etna and over the old town. There is a lift to get to the terrace if you wish and 70 more stairs after that. Otherwise it’s 170 stairs to go up. The church itself has a decent interior and there was a choir practicing when I was there.

Spectacular views from the top, a must visit (5 Eur entrance) despite the many stairs (part of the fun, right?) Come here for SUNSET, and if you can plan it - better on a clear day so you can see both the sea on the one sode and Etna mountain on the other!

I recently visited this beach club and paid €17 for a sunbed and umbrella. Unfortunately, my experience was far from satisfactory. Firstly, for a private beach club, I was surprised to find a lack of rules regarding noise. Customers were blasting music from their portable speakers and watching Reels and TikToks at maximum volume. This cacophony was further exacerbated by the club's own music. The result was a complete lack of peace and relaxation. In today's world, where consideration for others is often lacking, it is crucial for establishments like this to enforce rules. The staff should ensure that these rules are respected so everyone can enjoy their time. Simple measures, such as putting up signs and requiring the use of headphones, would greatly improve the experience. Moreover, the water was not clear and was quite dirty, it also had a lot of algae. While I understand that this is not all the club's fault, it did detract from the overall enjoyment of the visit. In summary, without some changes to the current environment, I find it difficult to recommend this beach club for a relaxing day out.

A little run down, 20€ pP for the lounge chairs in the back, restrooms and changing rooms available and in OKish condition. Sandy Beach with a lot of sea weed but clean water with the port nearby, not cristal clear!

My phone showed me memories from our vacation in August, and we were shocked to realize we hadn’t left a review about this wonderful place. It’s truly perfect for relaxation: there are different zones, not too many people, and a very clean beach. We took sunbeds in the first row — the view was amazing, with Mount Etna clearly visible. We also tried drinks at the bar — everything was great. The takeaway food was tasty as well. The location is convenient, and the infrastructure is well thought out, with changing rooms and everything needed for a comfortable stay. A place we would definitely love to come back to!

Felt really safe (as depicted in the photo). Beach was clean. Contrary to the reviews, the place was really quiet, apart from the beach lounge area which has party vibes. Or, maybe because it’s already off season. Unfortunately, the changing rooms are SO far away.

On holiday from Cambridge England, can assure you this is the best beach club with food and drinks at a reasonable price, the seats at the other beach clubs are significantly more expensive for the same experience. come here if you want good service and good beach chairs.

Highly recommended. Ornella, Jose and Peppe are super nice hosts. Great location and great facilities. We stayed a day and didn't want to leave ❤️

Best spot on the beach in Catania. VIP sunbed, parasol and excellent staff (both at the reception and the bar). Visited 4 times on the same week. Bravo, ragazzi! :)

Incredible Museum that goes very in depth on the Allied Invasion of Sicily during World War Two. Everything about this museum is first class. Authentic uniforms and weapons to interact displays that very detailed. I cannot recommend this place enough. A fantastic way to spend your afternoon in Catania

What a great place to visit. It's a hidden gem. Well worth the price and it's bigger than it looks. I was taken back my the wax works inside as of all the Museums I have visited about WWII, I have never seen anything like them before. They are outstanding. Simply well worth going to.

A truly impressive and moving experience. The Museo Storico dello Sbarco in Sicilia 1943 does a phenomenal job bringing the events during the summer of 1943 to life. The recreated village and bomb shelter set the tone immediately—putting us right in the middle of the Allied bombing of Sicily. We especially appreciated the machine gun bunker simulation, which added depth to the many real bunkers we’ve seen around the island. The museum skillfully blends original equipment from the battle with mockups and immersive displays, helping us understand not just what was used, but how it felt to be there. Every exhibit was thoughtfully curated and captivating. We spent about an hour, but easily could have stayed longer. A must-visit for anyone interested in WWII history or just looking for a powerful and educational experience in Catania.

If you're a history buff, this museum is for you. Best spent 4 euros ever. This is seriously underrated. I had an amazing experience.

A very interesting museum for World War II history buffs. Many monuments and interesting exhibitions. A bit neglected but overall nice. The ticket price is 5 euros so it's also ok. I recommend!

A very well curated museum telling the story of Sicily during WWII with an emphasis on the events of Operation Husky. Excellent immersive experience on arrival

Weird but worth a visit. Everything is presented from an almost anti-Allied-forces point of view. Several worthwhile exhibits and informational panels, and it’s much bigger than it looks from the outside. Plan on spending a couple of hours if you enjoy WWII history.

A beautiful fountain in the square. Unfortunately, the background was ugly due to construction work.

We went on an NCL cruise last year from Venice to Portugal. One stop was Catania. We got off the ship and walked around on a self guided tour using Google maps and my research. This piazza was very picturesque with the fountain.

A beautiful fountain that deserves to be placed in the town square, not stuck in a corner. The building next to it is under repair and the scaffolding gives poor pictures, such a shame.

Nice statuary with a river running under it, and over some type of waterfall

Great place to get a start off the day, grab a fresh coffee & hot cornetto and watch the fish market set up behind the fountain.

Next to the fountain there is an ice cream place lick me, which is super expensive and serves bad ice cream nothing like the other places I’ve been.

A little hidden gem. Good place to begin to explore the fish market.

Terrrance had a good view of Catania. Etna was a bid cloudy on my visit but suspect it can be seen on a clear day. Good collection of religious artefacts. Might not be everyones cup of tea

The terraces were the only thing, I really liked. Many artifacts did not have an explantion in english. It was an average experience, nothing special.

Wonderful Museum with plenty of masterpieces of the Catholic Art. The museum keeps a couple of secrets: inside, you can see part of the underground river Amenano ("The headless"), and from the top of the building you will get access to a priceless point of view of downtown. Really recommended.

The view from the terrace is breathing. It's said that you can see the mount Etna as well (not while we were there, but maybe on a clearer day), but nontheless the roofs of Catania, especially the churches, were amazing. Staff is polite, but as with all the rest of Sicily, no one speaks English. The visit would've been much more helpful if we had any English material to explain to us what we were looking at

Pretty boring museum, at least when pretty much nothing is in English. The underground spa/bathhouse was pretty cool though (and it is a separate attraction on its own..) No air conditioning so prepare to sweat your skin off if you are visiting on a hot summer day.

Interesting little museum, the most interesting thing (IMHO) is that the ticket gives you access to the Achilles Terms next to the Cathedral. (Enter inside the Cathedral grills and on the wall at the right of the Cathedral, before entering into it, you will find the entrance of the Achilles Terms). Nevertheless, this museum exposes some interesting artifacts that worth a visit.

No english translation. You only have a flyer an english with brief explanation about each room. Not very informative

Tourist, locals, artists… a meeting place that transcends all barriers. Love its calmness amidst all the movement.

nice piazza, with a mixed market close by

Piazza Università was so beautifull, especially at the evening and we loved it.

The Piazza Università is a lovely place, one you should not miss when you are in Catania. The Plaza is flanked by ornate 18th-century buildings & 4 bronze lampposts that depict Catania legends. It is the main square of Catania and is also home to the landmark of the city: the Fontana dell'Elefante. As I walked the square and admired the beautiful buildings and the Basilica, I was amused by a group of old fellows (you can find them in one of the photos below) who had parked themselves on the stairs of the Fontana, assuring that they would be in every photo taken that morning 😉 If you choose, you may walk through the beautiful Basilica. Another interesting possibility? For three Euro, one can tour the Roman baths which have been excavated underneath the church. One surprising thing about my visit here was discovering the fabulous fruit stands on a surrounding street - bellisima!

In this beautiful place I participated in my first Talent show, at the age of 18 and a migrant, I wrote a poem about immigration and integration and I won. It's a beautiful place that narrates perfectly well the historical event of Catania. Catania is a beautiful city that accommodates everyone. Happy touring.

This is a beautiful place. Went on Dec 21 where there is Christmas market and various stalls selling food and accessories. There are also various shops and restaurants around.

Nice place. Don't have a photo with a colored elephant, as if you weren't even in Catania :)

Located in a busy area near the shopping street in Catania. The place is nice, old but gold. It is nice to take a walk around the place.

Finally I got to see the black dacked out elefant! Nice public space with lots of people.

The elephant statue is one of the cutest statues I've ever seen. There is also an elephant carving on the floor of the piazza.

Beautiful. Good food

Good photos anda access to another turistic points

Beautiful square with the movie esk appeal that you would see in old classic Italian movies.

Lovely fountains and free Wi-Fi if you manage to connect.

The Basilica della Collegiata in Catania is a truly beautiful church, with a rich history and exquisite architecture. While there are certainly many stunning churches to be found throughout Italy, this particular basilica is a hidden gem that should not be missed. One unique feature of this basilica is that it also doubles as a wedding hall on occasion. While this may cause some inconvenience for visitors during weekends when a wedding is taking place, it is also a testament to the beauty and versatility of the church. Despite its smaller size, the basilica is grand in style, with intricate details that are sure to impress. Visitors can expect to be wowed by everything from the impressive altar to the stunning stained glass windows. Overall, the Basilica della Collegiata in Catania is a must-visit for anyone interested in religious architecture and history. While its dual use as a wedding hall may be a minor inconvenience for some, it only adds to the charm and character of this beautiful church.

A baroque style church, quite impressive and popular with local people for weddings. Built after the ruins of the 1693 earthquake

A great historic building and a serene place of worship, well looked after and very well managed. It was a soothing experience to attend the service.

Beautiful baroque church, one of Catania's jewels, often used for weddings.

Very nice old cathedral at Piazza Doumo

This city is disgusting, trash and graffiti everywhere. People are driving like lunatics. Stay away if you like your mental health and property (thefts), go see beautiful Taurmina or Siracusa - much more tourist friendly.

It's free but aside from that nothing remarkable. Worth 10-15 minuites if you happen to be wondering past but not somewhere I'd go out of your way to see. There's all the standard features you'd expect in an Italian basilica but with very minimal frescoes it had little to capture the imagination.

Highly recommended but don’t come here expecting a literal history of cinema, Italian cinema, or even movie making: yea they do have historic projectors but really it’s more of an immersive highly creative sound and visual experience, no, more of an homage to movies. Just go and thank me later.

Quirky little museum dedicated to film. The museum is located in an old warehouse complex. It has a bit about the history of cinema and different rooms to explore that inspired by various films. Last admission is at 3.30pm but it actually closes at 5pm. €4 per person.

Very immersive experience presented in an entertaining way. We had a wonderful time.

Great place for movie fans. Not a traditional museum I suppose, but good fun. There's an English audio guide you can download to your phone. Only 4 euros entry, just go.

Mostly in Italian. But still an interesting museum

One of the must-see sites for lovers of cinema nostalgia. In addition to reviewing the development of cinema, there is a collection of old film projectors and cameras, Italian and international film posters, and amazing reconstructions of sets that appear as rooms from the 1930s to the 1970s, in which scenes from films that used the room's theme are projected: kitchen, bar, window to the street, study, living room, bedroom, bathroom, and more. It gives the visitor a special atmosphere that I have not seen in any similar museum. Highly recommended

good mix of artifacts like projectors and lighting equipment and actual film footage including an old fashion theater and poster art, as well as sets from old fashion films set in Italy and Sicily

We line to walk around cities we visit, we cameover this port, it was a nice surprise. Yet you need to walk a lot . So it's recommended for those who don't mind walking

Nice historical gate, but the neighborhood has little to offer.

I wish I could find some information at the place. I was wondering if it was possible to go inside, and if it was an exposition or experience of some kind. The port is magnificent and well preserved. I find the parking and traffic around it to be distracting of its beauty. A few benches and greenery would have framed the monument with a bit more dignity and appeal. There is a lovely little coffee shop in the corner facing it. I loved sitting there a couple of mornings, admiring the port.

Meeting point for locals after work and evening chatter, many kids with their vespas and fireworks

It is a beautiful door, but the cars parked, won't let the place shine as it is!!

Nice place. If you want to visit it without people, choose the noon time, everyone is hidden, because of the extreme heat during hot summer days. The Porta Garibaldy is very well preserved, but surrounding area is dirty, definitely not suitable for the monument.

Interesting history. Beautiful architecture.

Really interesting place with rich history and many layers to it. I recommend doing the Catania subterranean tour as it includes this place but with detailed history so you can easily spend about 20 minuets enjoying it rather than running through thick the low score reviews do. Yes it’s falling apart but if you actually look you’ll be able to see the history

Cute small Roman baths. Did not expect that they would be something like that there! Entrance was a bit hard to find as we bought our admission before visiting the museum. Entrance tucked away by the right of the church. Small, but has plaques with info.

The entrance is inside the gates of the Church. The baths were not too big, you could explore for around 20mims. The attraction provided some information and history of the place

Not so much to see, only one gallery and one corridor. The price of the tickets is 3 euros.

Impressive ancient Roman baths, right under the feet of the very busy Elephants Square of Catania. It feels a bit magic once you find it, days after running around the area clueless about what is underneath. Very easy to miss, but it's a definite must for visitors of Catania, specially since it only takes 5-10 minutes to see (quite small). Tickets are available at the diocesan museum, to the right of the cathedral, between the 2 souvenir shops. Costs about 5-6 euros per person. If you like caves and underground exploration, you will enjoy this.

Old Roman baths. Nothing really fancy and quite small. Ticket is quite expensive and not really worth the sightseeing. If it’s on your to do list to see some Roman baths in Catania then sure go ahead but do not expect to be impressed.

It's a prettt small place, but if you are into ruins and Indiana Jones, then you will like it. Entrance fee is 3 EUR

Can be in and out in 5 minutes. Limited hours to view- Wed-Sat from 10-12. Free to visit. I was the first visitor there one day. Most interesting is not the alter but the block of stone with St Agatha’s alleged footprints and the dungeons where she was allegedly tortured (I think those were them!) The kindly volunteer lit the electric light behind the alter so I could get a better picture.

We got a very nice informative tour and a view of the original furnace for €1, definitely worth it 🙏

What a wonderful quiet respite after the terrible thunderstorm yesterday. It was so quiet and full of peace to quiet my soul and chat with Our Lord. Beautiful art work and status. The remains of the great Saint Agatha are there. She is the patron saint of ladies with great cancer so I prayed for my friend.

Very beautiful place!

Not the best view for the price, you can't really see much.

The best i have ever see

Very nice

Nice place and nice activities although the main show (the one at the end of the visit) should be improved a bit. Both in terms of security and performer. On this last point, the guy is competent and funny but tends to be too rude at times.

A great initiative, with fantastic staff who explain everything. A workshop to make your own sundial which was fun. The museum space is designed to be seen exvlusiveky with a guide and the rooms are small. A great experience overall and good value for money. The only negative were the lack of care of the toilets and outside spaces.

Wow

(Translated by Google) My son had a wonderful experience! With the event A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM he not only learned a lot of scientific notions, but he had a lot of fun! Kind and knowledgeable staff. I recommend it (Original) Mio figlio ha passato una bellissima esperienza! Con l'evento UNA NOTTE AL MUSEO non solo ha imparato tante nozioni scientifiche, ma si è divertito un sacco! Personale gentile e preparato. Lo consiglio

(Translated by Google) A beautiful museum with many curious experiments for children and adults, made welcoming by those who follow you but above all it hosts interesting events also for lovers of board games and other nerd themes! (Original) Un bel museo con tanti esperimenti curiosi per piccoli e grandi, reso accogliente da chi vi segue ma soprattutto ospita eventi interessanti anche agli amanti dei giochi da tavolo e di altre tematiche nerd!

(Translated by Google) We went for the lego event... Excellent organisation, the children had a lot of fun especially at the end with the mad scientist show which entertained adults and children alike. Even for us parents they were pleasant hours. Finally something nice for children in Catania too (Original) Siamo stati per l'evento lego... Ottima organizzazione, i bambini si sono divertiti tantissimo soprattutto alla fine con lo spettacolo dello scienziato pazzo che ha fatto divertire grandi e piccoli. Anche per noi genitori sono state ore piacevoli. Finalmente qualcosa di carino per i bambini anche a Catania

(Translated by Google) I took my students on a field trip and we stopped there. We were all thrilled with the alternative approach in which integrated science is explained. The chemistry lab with the mad scientist was a must. I still laugh (Original) Ho portato i miei alunni in gita e abbiamo fatto tappa lì. Siamo tutti rimasti entusiasti dell'approccio alternativo in cui le scienze integrate vengono spiegate. Da non perdere il laboratorio di chimica con lo scienziato pazzo. Io rido ancora

Real nice place to visit in Catania but unfortunately no parking place. Some parts of the beach are full of woods, Garbage cans, bottles and other stuff... Cause most of the time fire. Sad for nature.

Left the car for a 30' minutes walk, found it broken into with personal belongings stolen. The other car was much more damaged (broken window) with a camera and three lens stolen. It's a real pity, since this natural reserve could be a great place for whoever loves nature and wildlife, ideal for birdwatching. Unfortunately there are also humans around, so be careful and leave your car open with nothing inside, just to avoid damages.

Peaceful, green, river - when you want to see different part of Catania not very far from the city center, it will be a good place to visit🌿

Premium Birding Place. There is a visitor center with friendly staff, huts for observing, you can go there by public bus and tons of birds.

Nice clean beach not far from Catania centre. CAR Park 1€ entrance 5€ 2 sun bed with parasol 15€.Bufe is basic but good prices.

Not too many people, very quiet, very natural. If you like being alone, go there.

Great place for a nice chill day at the beach.

This beach could have so much potential. Though it has so much waste. Looks like a wasteland, not a beach. Sharp things including broken glass hidden in the sand. A lot of sellers trying to sell you various stuff.

Dirtiest beach I have ever seen in my life. It made me sick to my stomach and I didn't even enter the water as there was trash floating and shattered glass in the sand everywhere. People on the beach were lying among garbage. The only people I noticed that were taking their own garbage from the beach were not Italians but Polish and Germans. I add a video I made.

Absolute mess! Never seen so many trash at the beach. Seriously for the first time of my life I was worried not to step on a glass or syringe. Recommend to spend time at the beach by beach bar, where sand is clean and riddled. Water full of oils.

I was at the beach at the beginning of October. Only the road to the beach was dirty, the beach itself was perfectly cleaned. The sand is super soft and fine, the sea is shallow far inland and the water is also clean. There is a bar where they sell all kinds of drinks. Overall, I am very satisfied considering that the beach is free, if you wish, you can rent an umbrella for 6 euros and a sunbed for 7 euros from the bar.

The beach is dirty and poorly maintained. Everything looks old and neglected, definitely not a pleasant place to relax.

The beach and the surrounding area have so much potential. There’s a wide sandy beach, a beautiful shoreline, well-organized bike paths, and plenty of greenery and blooming trees. But the amount of trash is horrifying. I’ve never seen a beach like this. It’s truly heartbreaking, there’s a lot of litter on the beach, and even more along the way to it. The grass near the sidewalks is covered with garbage, and it doesn’t seem like it’s being cleaned. The parking lot also looks like a dumpster. I really wish this place is better maintained and that people are more responsible. I’m giving it two stars instead of one, the nature is still beautiful, and I really wish things were better here.

I got here at the begining of october. Fine sand and shallow water, you walk 50m or more and the water is just 1m deep.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful theater season, subscribed for the first time and I'm really enthusiastic about the choice made. Very welcoming environment and excellent view from the seats assigned by competent staff, also very simple to change shifts. (Original) Bellissima stagione teatrale , fatto abbonamento per la prima volta e ne sono davvero entusiasta della scelta fatta. Ambiente molto accogliente e visione ottima dai posti assegnati da personale competente , inoltre molto semplice fare il cambio turno .

(Translated by Google) I no longer remember how many years I have been a Verga subscriber. Today 21 August 2024 I tried several times at Riposto to contact the box office to obtain information on the right of first refusal and to reconfirm my season tickets. A recorded voice kept saying to call back later. In the afternoon I went directly to the theater and found a notice that the box office would open on September 2nd. I certainly wasn't happy with the treatment meted out to season ticket holders. I wonder what it would have cost to inform them of the closure A - updating your website which continues to say Box Office open B - update your automatic responder with the simple information that the box office is closed and will be reopened on September 2nd. Greetings Francesco Citizen (Original) Non ricordo più da quanti anni sono abbonato al Verga. Oggi 21 Agosto 2024 ho provato diverse volte da Riposto a contattare il botteghino per avere informazioni sul diritto di prelazione e per riconfermare i miei abbonamenti. Una voce registrata continuava a dire di richiamare più tardi. Il pomeriggio mi sono recato direttamente al teatro e ho trovato un avviso che il botteghino sarebbe stato aperto il 2 Settembre p.v. Certamente non sono rimasto contento del trattamento riservato agli abbonati. Mi chiedo cosa sarebbe costato informare della chiusura A - aggiornando il Vs sito che continua a dire Botteghino aperto B - aggiornare il Vs risponditore automatico con l'informazione semplice che il botteghino è chiuso e che sarà riaperto il 2 Settembre. Saluti Francesco Cittadino

(Translated by Google) An unquestionably graceful and valid theatre, which has always hosted successful actors. Originally, until the 1970s, it was home to the Cinema Astoria, a popular venue that showed family films. A few years ago, a group of artists (the Maletinte) embellished the exterior with lively murals. The 2 photos depict the Theater in 2019. (Original) Teatro indiscutibilmente grazioso e valido, che ha sempre ospitato attori di successo. Originariamente, fino agli anni '70, era sede del Cinema Astoria, locale popolare che proiettava film per famiglia. Pochi anni fa, un gruppo di artiste (le Maletinte) hanno provveduto ad abbellire gli esterni con dei vivaci murales. Le 2 foto, raffigurano il Teatro nel 2019.

(Translated by Google) Well renovated, clean and very bright room Absolute kindness of the staff Shows all set on the classic (Original) Locale ben ristrutturato, pulito e molto luminoso Gentilezza assoluta del personale Spettacoli impostati tutti sul classico

(Translated by Google) Beautiful and elephant stable theater I attended rehearsals and the actors were really good (Original) Teatro stabile bello ed elefante ho assistito a delle prove e gli attori erano veramente bravi

(Translated by Google) Truly superlative performances of Pensaci, Giacomino, The Master and Margarita and Antigone with unique choreographies (Original) Davvero superlative rappresentazioni di Pensaci, Giacomino, Il Maestro e Margherita ed Antigone con coreografie uniche

(Translated by Google) A little narrow between one row and another and a few too many heads that blocked the view. All in all I enjoyed the show, I had fun, I was passionate and excited to meet my legend Emilio Solfrizzi. Thank you for the opportunity, I will return if there is another opportunity (Original) Un pochino stretti tra una fila e l'altra e qualche testa di troppo che impediva la visuale. Tutto sommato mi sono goduta lo spettacolo, mi sono divertita, appassionata ed emozionata ad incontrare il mio mito Emilio Solfrizzi. Ringrazio per l'opportunità, ci ritorno se dovesse esserci altra occasione

One of the oldest cinema in Catania 1930's. You can go upstairs and see the movie because there is a huge covering balcony. You have to go!

Awesome old fashion movie theater

A star is born!

(Translated by Google) Historic cinema in the center of Catania, the name itself recalls those classic cinemas of the past... it brings back a bit to the classic atmosphere of a dated but always appreciated cinema, nice atmosphere and affordable prices. I went to see "Roma" and I paid 6.50 even though it was Sunday with the possibility of choosing between the stalls and the grandstand (Original) Cinema storico al centro di Catania, già il nome ricorda quei classici cinema di una volta... riporta un po' alle classiche atmosfere da cinema datato ma sempre apprezzato, bella atmosfera e prezzi abbordabili. Sono andato per vedere "Roma" ed ho pagato 6,50 nonostante fosse domenica con la possibilità di scegliere tra platea e tribuna

(Translated by Google) In the center of Catania, reachable from via Umberto, a few steps from via Etnea, stands a small jewel in Catania. A cinema theater, which has remained intact in its enchantment for all these years. The first time when I was 17. The latest one, now that I'm 35, last night. Not very large, not multiplex. And it is precisely because of these characteristics that it is what it is. Intimate, it creates unique atmospheres thanks also to the painstaking and careful management in the construction of the light effects for the concerts. Precious, once seated, looking around you can notice the windows and decorations from a golden age of the theater. (Original) Al centro di Catania, raggiungibile da via Umberto, a pochi passi da via Etnea, sorge un piccolo gioiello in Catania. Un cinema teatro, che ha resistito intatto nel suo incanto, per tutti questi anni. La prima volta quando avevo 17 anni. L'ultima, ora che ne ho 35, ieri sera. Non grandissimo, non multisala. Ed è proprio per queste sue caratteristiche che è quel che è. Intimo, crea atmosfere uniche grazie anche alla gestione certosina e attenta nella costruzione dei giochi di luce per i concerti. Prezioso, una volta seduti guardandosi attorno si possono notare le vetrate e le decorazioni di un'epoca d'oro del teatro.

(Translated by Google) One of the few businesses left outside of the classic shopping centres. Perfectly integrated with the historic part of the city, it represents a theater used as a cinema that allows you to enjoy the film with different eyes. Highly recommended for those who love good cinema. (Original) Una delle poche realtà rimaste al di fuori dei classici centri commerciali. Integrato perfettamente con la parte storica della città, rappresenta un teatro adibito a sala cinema che permette di assaporare la pellicola del film con occhi diversi. Consigliatissimo per chi ama il buon cinema.

(Translated by Google) Good organization, comfortable seats and an excellent view. I really appreciated the external style of the theater. (Original) Buona organizzazione, sedute comode e un'ottima visuale. Ho molto apprezzato lo stile esterno del teatro.

Nice walks any time of the day.Beautiful blue waters, nice little rock beach at the end where you will find old Sicilians sun birthing and swimming 🏊🏿‍♀️. Young boys and girls love the sport too for swimming and hanging out, having picnic or just chilling. I loved this place so much it was my favourite spot to go snd chill 🧘🏿‍♀️

Relax

(Translated by Google) It's nice to live in a city like Catania, at least from a 'geographical' point of view. It only takes a few minutes, after leaving your home or office, to arrive in this place and breathe in the unmistakable smell of the sea. Especially on summer evenings, it is a place of refreshment, without having to go far. And everything is done to make it more beautiful! (Original) E' bello vivere in una città come Catania, almeno dal punto di vista 'geografico'. Bastano pochi minuti, dopo essere usciti da casa o dall'ufficio, per arrivare in questo posto e respirare l'inconfondibile odore del mare. Specialmente nelle serate estive, è un posto di refrigerio, senza bisogno di spingersi lontani. E si fa di tutto per renderlo più bello!

(Translated by Google) Always a symbolic place of Catania, ideal for jogging and walking or cycling in complete safety 👍 (Original) Da sempre un luogo simbolo di Catania, ideale per jogging e passeggiate a piedi o in bicicletta in tutta sicurezza 👍

(Translated by Google) The spectacle is given by the sea, it's a shame that there is so much dirt, the cycle path is still to be completed (Original) Lo spettacolo è dato dal mare, peccato che ci sia veramente tanta sporcizia,la pista ciclabile è ancora da completare

(Translated by Google) A wonderful walk and a drink at the kiosk were excellent on a hot day. (Original) Una splendida passeggiata, un drink al chiosco sono stati ottimi in una giornata di caldo.

(Translated by Google) Breathtaking view and full of various clubs and entertainment (Original) Vista mozzafiato e pieno di locali e divertimenti vari

Nice park could be maintained better

Not good as we went in january

Nice place

(Translated by Google) Seen on 06/17/18. Pleasant recreational and sporting experience within a beautiful mixed forest of pine and eucalyptus, you can choose the level of difficulty at a variable and still interesting price. (Original) Visto il 17/06/18. Piacevole esperienza ludico sportiva all’interno d’un bel bosco misto di Pino ed Eucalipto, si può scegliere il grado di difficoltà a prezzo variabile e comunque interessante.

(Translated by Google) The staff who run it are very helpful; there is no "taximeter" to respect and the entire route can be done without the worry of "keeping on time"; the routes are very long and varied, at excellent altitude and immersed in a very beautiful forest, where it is very pleasant to linger both before and after the "adventure". Prices are low. Experience of 01.09.2017. Excellent. Thank you. (Original) Il personale che lo gestisce è molto disponibile; non vi è un "tassametro" da rispettare e tutto il percorso può essere fatto senza l'ansia di "stare nei tempi"; i percorsi sono molto lunghi e vari, ad ottima altezza ed immersi in un bosco molto bello, dove è piacevolissimo trattenersi sia prima che dopo l'"avventura". I prezzi sono bassi. Esperienza del 1.09.2017. Eccellente. Grazie.

(Translated by Google) The route is located inside the playa grove, it is cute and the children had a lot of fun. In the grove there are also games, a few tables and benches and a beautiful pond. The only downside is the toilets, they told me they are there but they advised me against them, however I couldn't even find the directions, we used the ones in the shopping centre, since one of the exits leads to the car park. (Original) Il percorso si trova all'interno del boschetto della playa, è carino ed i bimbi si sono molto divertiti. Nel boschetto ci sono anche dei giochi, pochi tavoli e panche ed un bel laghetto. Unico neo sono i servizi igienici, mi hanno detto che ci sono ma me li hanno sconsigliati, comunque non ho trovato neanche le indicazioni, abbiamo usato quelli del centro commerciale, poiché una delle uscite dà suo parcheggio.

(Translated by Google) Great place to spend a day with friends. I have always frequented it on holidays and the services were all active including waste collection. I don't give the fifth star for the incivility of the people, for the lack of supervision and the very little care of the only body of water in the park that is left without care and recycling. The pine forest is splendid and there is plenty of space, perfect for a family day with children (Original) Ottimo posto per trascorrere una giornata in compagnia. Io l'ho sempre frequentato nei giorni di festa e i servizi erano tutti attivi compreso il ritiro dei rifiuti. Non do la quinta stella per l'inciviltá delle persone, per la poca vigilanza è la pochissima cura dell'unico specchio d'acqua del parco che è lasciato senza cure e riciclo. La pineta é splendida e lo spazio non manca perfetto per una giornata in famiglia con i bambini

A small gate at the souther end of Via Crociferi

This place was closed … doesn’t seem to be open for 24hours for sure

Don’t worth the 6 euros, you can see several churches like this for free

Dont worth the 6euros..

(Translated by Google) To access via dei Crociferi, which begins at piazza san Francesco, you have to cross the monumental arch of san Benedetto. The latter connects the two parts of the Benedictine monastery and, according to legend, was built in a single night. The splendid arch fits perfectly into the street, which is considered the baroque street of Catania par excellence. (Original) Per accedere a via dei Crociferi, che inizia a piazza san Francesco, bisogna attraversare l'arco monumentale di san Benedetto. Quest'ultimo collega le due parti del monastero benedettino e, secondo la leggenda, fu costruito in una sola nottata. Lo splendido arco si inserisce alla perfezione nella strada, che è considerata la via barocca di Catania per eccellenza.

(Translated by Google) An architectural gem nestled along Via dei Crociferi, just steps from Piazza Duomo. This elegant arch unites the two buildings of the Monastery of San Benedetto, connecting the church of the same name to the convent: a suspended structure that almost seems to float above the street. ✨ Built in the 18th century, it represents one of the most scenic views of Baroque Catania, and it's no coincidence that it's a favorite spot for photographers. According to tradition, the Benedictine nuns would pass through it without ever setting foot on the street below, a testament to their seclusion. (Original) Una gemma architettonica incastonata lungo la via dei Crociferi, a pochi passi da Piazza Duomo. Questo elegante arco unisce i due corpi del Monastero di San Benedetto, collegando la chiesa omonima al convento: una struttura sospesa, che sembra quasi fluttuare sopra la strada. ✨ Costruito nel XVIII secolo, rappresenta uno degli scorci più scenografici di Catania barocca, e non a caso è uno dei luoghi più amati dai fotografi. Secondo la tradizione, le suore benedettine lo attraversavano senza mai mettere piede sulla strada sottostante, a riprova della loro clausura.

(Translated by Google) Through the archway, you enter a quiet side street lined with several impressive churches. Directly below is a wine bar. (Original) Durch den Torbogen geht es auf eine ruhige Seitenstraße mit mehreren imposanten Kirchen. Direkt darunter befindet sich eine Weinbar.

(Translated by Google) It is a very old church and almost always closed. Inside is an ancient portrait of Sant'Agata. They say that this painting floated on the lava without burning and was caught when the lava solidified and became lava. Hence the name of the church. It is worth a visit even for this portrait alone (Original) È una chiesa molto antica e quasi sempre chiusa. Al suo interno un ritratto antichissimo di Sant'Agata. Raccontano che questo quadro galleggiò sulla lava senza bruciarsi e fu preso quando la lava,solidificandosi diventò sciara. Da la il nome della chiesa. Merita una visita anche solo per questo ritratto

(Translated by Google) Church dedicated to Sant'Agata, small but very suggestive. A beautiful painting depicting the martyrdom of the Saint stands out on the altar. One of the stages of a journey dedicated to the Santuzza that doest all of Catania and its surroundings. (Original) Chiesa dedicata a Sant'Agata, piccola ma molto suggestiva. Un bel dipinto raffigurante il martirio della Santa campeggia sull'altare. Una delle tappe di un cammino dedicato alla Santuzza che punteggia tutta Catania e dintorni.

(Translated by Google) Church that commemorates the miracle of 1669 where the painting kept here floated on the lava river without burning. (Original) Chiesa che ricorda il miracolo del 1669 dove il quadro qui custodito galleggiò sul fiume lavico senza bruciarsi.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful (Original) Bello

(Translated by Google) Good (Original) Buono

Nc

(Translated by Google) Contemporary art museum not too far from Catania Cathedral. The ticket for the visit is combined with the Vincenzo Bellini house museum, also located along the Corso, a short distance away. (Original) Museo di arte contemporanea non troppo distante dal Duomo di Catania. Il biglietto per la visita è combinato con la casa museo di Vincenzo Bellini, situata sempre lungo il Corso, a poca distanza.

(Translated by Google) A cultural space, we went to the Tolkien exhibition and the permanent exhibit, which lacked context and was met with some staff issues. They were shouting on their phones inside the gallery. The work is magnificent. We bought the full ticket, and it was worth it. (Original) Espacio cultural, fuimos a la exposición de Tolkien, y a la muestra permanente, muestra con poco contexto y con algunos problemas del personal, estaban a los gritos hablando por teléfono ellos adentro de la sala, la obra es magnífica. Compramos el billete completo y valió la pena.

Very clean and well run.

(Translated by Google) We saw this dinosaur show if I can say so, a real disappointment 15 euros per person for a kind of pantomime suitable for children no older than 3 years old. For the rest the classic cinema even a little old. (Original) Abbiamo visto questo spettacolo di dinosauri se così si può dire,una vera delusione 15 euro a persona per una specie di pantomima adatta a bambini non superiori a 3 anni.per il resto il classico cinema anche un pò vecchiotto.

(Translated by Google) Always welcoming in expectations. This evening I saw a splendid film, which tells a true story of bad justice that occurred in our province of Syracuse in the first quarter of 1900. (Original) Sempre accogliente nelle aspettative. Questa sera ho visto uno splendida pellicola, che narra una storia vera, di mala giustizia avvenuta nella nostra provincia di Siracusa nel primo quarto del 1900.

(Translated by Google) Nice cinema in Avola with two rooms and two different programmes, one more arthouse and one more commercial. Great audio, good sessions. Advised! (Original) Bel cinema di Avola con due sale e due programmi diverse uno più d'essai e uno più commerciale. Ottimo audio, buone sedute. Consigliato!

(Translated by Google) I saw an R-rated horror film and a handful of rude, disrespectful children walked in Obviously obviously younger than 18 because it showed. He screams loudly without understanding anything about the film. Sin. These children should not be allowed in. Shame. (Original) Ho visto un film horror vietato ai minori di 18 anni e sono entrati un pugno di bambini maleducati irrispettosi Ovviamente inferiore ovviamente ai 18 anni perché si vedeva. Urla schiamazzi senza capire nulla del film. Peccato. Questi bambini non dovrebbero farli entrare. Vergogna.

(Translated by Google) Comfortable, welcoming and relaxing location to spend an evening of good arthouse cinema. Staff always friendly, courteous, professional and very scrupulous in enforcing anti-Covid regulations in order to guarantee the safety of spectators. One more reason to return safely. (Original) Location confortevole, accogliente e rilassante per trascorrere una serata all'insegna del buon cinema d'autore. Staff sempre cordiale, cortese, professionale e molto scrupoloso nel fare rispettare le norme anticovid al fine di garantire la sicurezza degli spettatori. Una ragione in più per ritornarci tranquillamente.

(Translated by Google) We were thinking of spending a pleasant evening with the family and watching a movie, sitting comfortably, but especially in a cool place, since it was almost 47 degrees outside! A bad idea, shared by many viewers, because inside the theater, with the velvet seats and the air conditioning off, it was almost 50 degrees! Now I understand why local theaters are closing 😩 (Original) Pensavamo di trascorrere una piacevole serata in famiglia e guardare un film seduti comodamente, ma soprattutto al fresco, visto che fuori si sfiorano i 47 gradi! Pessima idea, condivisa da tanti spettatori, perché dentro la sala con le sedute in velluto e l’aria condizionata spenta si sfioravano i 50 gradi! Adesso capisco perché i cinema di paese chiudono 😩