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Catania From the Black Colosseum to the Ursino Castle

By Gabriele
Free cancellation available
Price is €35 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Explore Catania's rich history on a guided walking tour that starts from Piazza Stesicoro, where the statue of celebrated composer Vincenzo Bellini stands out. Discover the ancient Roman Amphitheatre, known as the “Black Colosseum”, and learn more about the storey of the martyrdom of Sant’Agata at the Church of Sant’Agata alla Fornace.

Stroll along the lively Via Etnea, visit the Museum of Sicilian Knowledge and Mirabilia and be fascinated by local legends in Piazza dell'Università. Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Fish Market, the historic Fish Point of Sale, and end your journey at the majestic Ursino Castle, emblem of Catania's medieval heritage.

  • Guided walking tour through the historic sites of Catania.

  • Visit to the Roman Amphitheatre, an architectural wonder in lava stone.

  • Local myths and tales among the beauties of University Square.

  • Conclusion at Castello Ursino (13th century), symbol of resilience and city history.

Activity location

  • Via Etnea
    • Catania, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Piazza Stesicoro
    • Piazza Stesicoro
    • Catania, Sicilia, Italy

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Catania From the Black Colosseum to the Ursino Castle

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€35.00 x 1 Adult€35.00
Total
Price is €35.00

What's included, what's not

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    Tour guide
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    Meals
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    Soft drink/Pop
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    Tips

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Via Etnea

  • 30m
We will walk in the high street of Catania

Piazza Stesicoro

  • 30m
We will see the statue of Vincenzo Bellini, and the remains of the black colosseum, church of Sant'Agata la furnace (externally )

Piazza Universita

  • 1h
You will hear the storey of the 4 candelabra in PiazzaUniversità and visit the Museum of Sicilian Knowledge and Mirabilia

Piazza del Duomo

  • 40m
History of the symbol of Catania, visit to the fish market

Ursino Castle

  • 20m
We will admire the castle that before 1669 stood before the sea

Location

Activity location

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    Via Etnea
    • Catania, Italy

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Piazza Stesicoro
    • Piazza Stesicoro
    • Catania, Sicilia, Italy

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