Perched at the base of Sicily's active Mount Etna, Catania is a gorgeous ancient port city. We like to spend a few days here before dashing off to explore the rest of the island.
how long to go for
a weekend, a day, a long weekend
when to go
April, May, June, September, October, November
holidays
Liberation Day, Labour Day, Republic Day, Assumption of Mary
how to get there
Fly into Catania–Fontanarossa Airport and take taxi into town.
how to get around
on foot, by bus, by train, by car
nice to know
Sicilian cuisine is a highlight, with dishes like arancini, cannoli and pasta alla norma.