catania
The City of the small elephant
Welcome to Catania
Catania is the icon of the Sicilian eastern coast, a wetland lapped by the Ionian Sea for about 65 km and protected by the natural wonders of Mount Etna.
Vising Catania means strolling around the old town, declared Unesco World Heritage in 2002 to protect its Baroque richness. Furthermore, a special mention must be dedicated to the green areas of the city and its surroundings as the Bellini Garden, the Simeto Oasis and the several naturalistic paths and grottos of the Etna Park.
The not-to-be-missed attractions in the city of the small elephant are not only numerous, but they are also able to suit both culture and art lovers and travelers who look for sun, beaches and nightlife
What's in the guide?
- Tourist Information
- Things to do
- Things to see
- Ebook local food
- Local tips and experiences

Catania is at the same time a cultural and artistic city and a place of sea and fun.
So, all year around it has something special to offer to curious and enthusiastic travelers. Among the date to save if you are looking for living a local experience, each year, from February 3 to 5, is celebrated the feast of St. Agatha, the patron saint of the city.
This 3-days event, one of the largest in the whole of Italy and well known abroad, is characterized by devotion, folklore, and traditions.

If you prefer taste something typical, order the ‘olivette di Sant’Agata’, cakes with green almond paste made for the traditional festival of Sant’Agata, or the ‘zeppole of San Giuseppe’ that you can find all year around. Among the most representative fish-based dish, there are the seafood salad with octopus, anchovies and the ‘u zuzzu’ peppered mussels. As for meat, you will find “Il Falsomagro”, consisting of chops stuffed with ham, cheese and boiled egg. For pasta lovers, taste the ‘Pasta alla Norma’, macaroni with fried eggplant, tomatoes, basil and ricotta cheese.