Old Town Catania

Catania

A historic stone fortress with arched windows and a central tower.
A castle on a cliff overlooking a lake, surrounded by lush greenery and residential buildings.
A historic building with a dome and statues, surrounded by trees and people.
A historic church with ornate architecture and a clock tower.
A historic building with ornate architecture and a central archway.

Stay near popular Old Town Catania attractions

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Catania Port

7.6/10 (449 reviews)
Explore the waterfront in Catania with a trip to Catania Port. Discover the theatre scene and cathedral in this culturally rich area.
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Things to do

Catania: Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus to Acicastello and Acitrezza

Catania: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus to Acicastello and Acitrezza

€22
per adult
Catania: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus to Acicastello and Acitrezza
Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling

Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling

€54
per adult
Catania: Cyclops Coast Cruise with Appetizer & Snorkeling
Catania: check out the charming villages of Aci Trezza and Aci Castello along the Ionian Coast

Catania: Discover the villages of Acitrezza and Acicastello along the Ionian Coast

€20
per adult
Catania: Discover the villages of Acitrezza and Acicastello along the Ionian Coast
Catania: Sail Tour of Cyclops Coast with Sicilian Aperitif

Catania: Sail Tour of Cyclops Coast with Sicilian Aperitif

€59
per adult
Catania: Sail Tour of Cyclops Coast with Sicilian Aperitif
Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car

Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car

€65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Etna: Summit Crater Trek with Cable Car
Syracuse: Bus Transfer to/from Palermo Bus station

Syracuse: Bus Transfer to/from Palermo Bus station

€15
per adult
Syracuse: Bus Transfer to/from Palermo Bus station
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Top hotels in Old Town Catania

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze

4 out of 5
Via Etnea 218 Catania CT
The price is €246 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
€246
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Incredibly helpful staff. But a big problem coming to the hotel to drop off luggage (the hotel is inside the Limited Traffic Zone or ZTL)"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Palace Catania | UNA Esperienze
Liberty Hotel

Liberty Hotel

4 out of 5
Via San Vito 40 Catania CT
The price is €190 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
€190
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (931 reviews)
"Clean, quiet rooms. Hotel staff was excellent and very helpful. Good location with many restaurants near by."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Liberty Hotel
Il Principe Hotel

Il Principe Hotel

4 out of 5
Via Alessi 24 Catania CT
The price is €147 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
€147
4 Jul - 5 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (883 reviews)
"Great location, beautiful property, air conditioning, good breakfast, friendly staff."

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026

Il Principe Hotel
Duomo Suites & Spa

Duomo Suites & Spa

4 out of 5
Via Garibaldi, 23 Catania CT
The price is €180 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
€180
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in ...
Duomo Suites & Spa
Palazzo Sangiorgio

Palazzo Sangiorgio

5 out of 5
Via Cardinale Pappalardo, 1 Catania CT
The price is €338 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
€338
3 Jul - 4 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Catania. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Piazza del Duomo and Catania Port are located ...
Palazzo Sangiorgio
Romano House

Romano House

4 out of 5
Via Giovanni Di Prima, 20 Catania CT
The price is €116 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
€116
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Catania. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (693 reviews)
"The property had an issue and moved us to a different hotel, barely a 3 star when I was expecting a 4 star."

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Romano House
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Where to stay in Old Town Catania

Find the best Old Town Catania areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a dome and statues, surrounded by trees and people.

Catania City Centre

Unique features of Catania City Centre include the historical sites and theatres. Make a stop by Via Crociferi or Piazza Stesicoro while you're exploring the area.

A small blue boat docked in a harbor with a mountain in the background.

Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio

Discover Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio, memorable for its seaside views. Popular attractions in Picanello-Ognina-Barriera-Canalicchio include Lungomare di Ognina and Ionian Sea, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Galatea Station.

A beach with footprints, a mountain, and a city in the background.

Contrada Pantano d'Arci

If you're spending some time in Contrada Pantano d'Arci, Catania Beach and Spiaggia della Plaia are top sights worth seeing.

A historic church with ornate architecture and a clock tower.

Civita

If you're spending some time in Civita, Palazzo Biscari and Massimo Bellini Theater are top sights worth seeing.

A rugged volcanic landscape with a winding road, rocky terrain, and distant mountains.

San Giorgio-Librino-San Giuseppe la Rena-Zia Lisa-Villaggio Sant'Agata

San Giorgio-Librino-San Giuseppe la Rena-Zia Lisa-Villaggio Sant'Agata is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Catania Beach or Vaccarizzo Beach.

Old Town Catania

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