Embark on a private walking tour of Catania, the lava-crafted city near Mount Etna. Discover its fascinating history, explore its stunning streets and parks, and indulge in a delicious arancino tasting experience.
Embark on a private walking tour of Catania, the lava-crafted city near Mount Etna. Discover its fascinating history, explore its stunning streets and parks, and indulge in a delicious arancino tasting experience.
- Catania - During this private tour you will visit Catania - “Black City” made of lava from the neighboring Mt. Etna Volcano. This tour is private - only for your party, nobody else, to ensure the highest standards for our clients, and includes pickup and drop-off at your accommodation or port in Catania. With your friendly and informative private…
- Catania - During this private tour you will visit Catania - “Black City” made of lava from the neighboring Mt. Etna Volcano. This tour is private - only for your party, nobody else, to ensure the highest standards for our clients, and includes pickup and drop-off at your accommodation or port in Catania. With your friendly and informative private guide you will see the most important sights of Catania, learn its interesting and sometimes tragic history, walk its magnificent baroque streets, visit amazing parks, and taste traditional street food of Catania - arancini - delicious rice balls stuffed with meat ragout and peas. - Catania Fish Market - You will start the private walking tour of Catania with a visit to a famous fish market of Catania (open till 1.30 pm, except Sundays) - the biggest and the most colorful “pescheria” in Sicily and probably even in all Italy. You will see (and surely can also buy if you wish) many different types of fish and seafood, and feel this authentic atmosphere of Southern Italy folklore. - Castello Ursino - Then you will walk to an ancient Norman monument - the Ursino Castle built in the 13th century as a royal castle of the Kingdom of Sicily. Then the tour will continue on the main street of Catania Via Etnea full of bars, restaurants and boutiques. - Piazza del Duomo - Continue walking charming Via Etnea, you will arrive to the Duomo Square - the grandest square of Catania. Here you will see the symbol of Catania - the Elephant Fountain, and visit the jewel of Sicilian Barogue and UNESCO heritage - the Cathedral - the most important church in Catania with a statue of the saint patron of the city Sant’Agatha. - Anfiteatro Romano - Following Via Etnea, you will arrive at Piazza Stesicoro and see remains of ancient Roman Amphitheatre. - Villa Bellini - You will visit Villa Bellini - wonderful municipal garden set up in the 19th century full of beautiful plants and trees, monuments and fountains. Here you will see amazing botanic clock made of flowers. Then we will drop in one of the oldest and most famous “rosticceria” bars where you will taste original Sicilian street food - arancini - delicious rice balls stuffed with meat ragout and peas. After the private walking tour of Catania, your guide will drop you off at your accommodation or port in Catania. The itinerary can vary depending on your pick-up point in Via Etnea.

- Private tour for your party
- Private English speaking guide
- Arancino tasting
- Traditional Cannolo alla ricotta tasting
- Private tour for your party
- Private English speaking guide
- Arancino tasting
- Traditional Cannolo alla ricotta tasting
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Embark on a private 3-hour walking tour for two or more travelers in Catania, a city sculpted from the lava of the nearby Mount Etna. Accompanied by a private tour leader, explore the city’s key attractions, delve into its fascinating history, and stroll through the stunning streets and parks of Catania, known as ‘the black city.’ Savor traditional…
Embark on a private 3-hour walking tour for two or more travelers in Catania, a city sculpted from the lava of the nearby Mount Etna. Accompanied by a private tour leader, explore the city’s key attractions, delve into its fascinating history, and stroll through the stunning streets and parks of Catania, known as ‘the black city.’ Savor traditional Catanian street food, including arancini (rice balls with ragout). If your hotel is centrally located, it will serve as the meeting point; otherwise, meet at Duomo Square or Catania Port (for cruise ship arrivals).
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- We have private tours, only for your party, however at the beginning of the excursion we will give each guest a mask, protective gloves and hand sanitizer
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.