Half Day Catania Gastronomic and Cultural Tour from Taormina

Explore Catania’s vibrant markets, savor street food, and immerse in local culture on this half-day tour from Taormina.

Duration: 5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Piazza del Duomo - External guided tour of Piazza Duomo with its town hall and cathedral
  • A’ Piscaria Mercato del Pesce - Guided walking tour of the fish and fruit and vegetable market, the very famous local market in Catania!
What's Included
  • Authorized Tour Guide
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Street Food inside the Catania market
What's Not Included
  • Earphones €2.00 per person
Additional Information

Embark on a half-day tour to explore the vibrant city of Catania, immersing yourself in the colors, flavors, and sounds of its renowned market: the Catania fish market “in Piscaria.” This market offers a glimpse into the everyday life of Catania’s residents. Strolling through the picturesque Piazza Duomo, we’ll venture into the local fruit and vegetable market to marvel at the vivid colors and sample some delicious street food.

This guided experience is perfect for enthusiasts of culture, art, and street food!

Location
Piazza del Duomo
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Mirtasusanas2024
May 28, 2024
Beautiful experience with Andrea!!!!! - Andrea is a very warm, responsible and very clear guide in his explanations! We are very happy with the trip to Catania. Andrea was allergic to this visit. Thank you for everything. Very good gastronomic experience
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Greis2017
May 28, 2024
Excellent tour - It was a fantastic tour. Great organization from the pick up to the city tour. Andrea the guide, very nice and very knowledgeable. I got to know and appreciate Catania, its history, architecture, very characteristic fish market and great food included in the price. I recommend it. Excellent.
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Romaint1703
May 27, 2024
Half-day trip from Taormina to Catania - We took part in the 'Catania Street Food Walking Tour and Market Adventure' excursion that went to Catania. The departure was at 7:45 a.m. from the bus terminal in Taormina. We were warmly greeted by our tour guide Andrea. The journey took a good hour on the motorway with a short break at the last gas station. For espresso lovers: there is a really good one here from Kimbo. Giacomo, our cool bus driver, dropped us off at the bus stop right in the center. Our group, which consisted of 14 people, was just a few minutes' walk from the Cathedral of Sant'Agata (Basilica Cattedrale di Sant'Agata), where the actual tour began. We passed the Elephant Fountain (Fontana dell'Elefante ['u Liotru]) and went to the "4-church district": the San Benedetto Church (Chiesa di San Benedetto), the Saint Julian Church (Chiesa di San Giuliano), the Saint Francis Church Borgia (Chiesa di San Francesco Borgia) and the St. Francis of Assisi Church (Chiesa Parrocchiale di San Francesco d’Assisi [all’Immacolata]). From there, after a short walk, the first culinary break was planned. In wonderful weather, we were served Arancino and Cipolline on the outside terrace of the 'Caffe Vergnano'. We continued to the Castello Ursino, a fortress from the 13th century. Here, in the 17th century, a lava flow during a volcanic eruption had greatly changed the immediate surroundings of the fortress. Right next door we were able to try another delicacy at the 'Bar Chiosco In68'. The 'Spritz' in various flavors. Be brave and order the 'Original'. From there to the 'Piazza dell' Indirizzo' where it is very lively all around, with many market stalls. At the 'Ammucca Ammucca' there was another specialty to taste. Something very special, I don't want to give away any more here, just this much: everyone who tried it liked it. Then we went past the fish market. Recommended for lovers of this kind. The last stage was dedicated to desserts. At the Prestipino Duomo the selection is huge and the quality is excellent. After a cassatelle from Sant'Agata and an espresso we were able to explore the area on our own for half an hour before taking the bus back to Taormina where we arrived back at the bus terminal at 2:30 p.m. ______________________________________________ We took part in the excursion 'Catania Street Food Walking Tour and Market Adventure' during our stay in Taormina. Departure to Taormina at the bus terminal at 7:45 a.m. Warm welcome by our guide Andrea. The journey lasts a good hour by motorway with a short break at the last station service. For espresso lovers: there is one here, quite nicely, from Kimbo. Giacomo, our friendly bus driver, dropped us off at the bus stop in the center. Our group, composed of 14 people, found itself within a few minutes' walk of the Cathedral of Sant'Agata (Basilica Cattedrale di Sant'Agata), where we began the visit that we described. After the Elephant Fountain (Fontana dell'Elefante ['u Liotru]), we headed towards the "quarter of the four churches": the Church of San Benedetto (Church of San Benedetto), the Church of Saint-Julien (Church of San Giuliano), the Church of Saint-Julien (Church of San Giuliano), the Church of Saint-François Borgia (Church of San Francesco Borgia) and the Church of Saint-François d'Assise (Parrocchiale Church of San Francesco d'Assisi [all'Immacolata]). Here, after a short walk, the first culinary break was planned. At a wonderful time, we serve the arancini and the cipollini on the outdoor terrace of the "Caffe Vergnano". We continued to Castello Ursino, a fortification of the 13th century. Here, in the 17th century, a cloud of water caused by a volcanic eruption significantly modified the fort's prospects. Just outside, we can taste another delight at “Bar Chiosco In68”. The 'Spritz' in different spirits. Take it and order the original. From there, in a few minutes you can reach the "Piazza dell' Indirizzo" where everything is very lively, with many market stalls. At “Ammucca Ammucca” there is another speciality to taste. Something very special, I don't want to read more here, just that: all those who wrote it liked it. Then we went to the fish market. Recommended for the romantic correspondents. The last step was dedicated to desserts. At Prestipino Duomo, the choice is immense and the quality is excellent. After a stop at Sant'Agata and an express, we were able to explore the surrounding areas for half an hour before taking the bus to Taormina, where we arrived at the bus terminal at 2.30 p.m. ___________________________________________ We took part in the 'Catania Street Food Walking Tour and Market Adventure' excursion to Catania. The departure in Taormina from the bus terminal was at 7:45 a.m. We were warmly welcomed by our tour guide Andrea. The journey took a good hour on the motorway with a short break at the last petrol station. For espresso lovers: there is one here, really good, from Kimbo. Giacomo, our cool bus driver, dropped us off at the bus stop right in the center. Our group, which consisted of 14 people, had a few minutes' walk to the Cathedral of Sant'Agata (Basilica Cattedrale di Sant'Agata), where the actual tour began. Past the Elephant Fountain (Fontana dell'Elefante ['u Liotru]) we went to the "four-church district": the San Benedetto Church (Chiesa di San Benedetto), the Saint Julian Church (Chiesa di San Giuliano), the Saint Francis Borgia Church (Chiesa di San Francesco Borgia) and the St. Francis of Assisi Church (Chiesa Parrocchiale di San Francesco d'Assisi [all'Immacolata]). From there, after a short walk, the first culinary break was planned. In wonderful weather, we were served arancino and cipolline on the outdoor terrace of 'Caffe Vergnano'. We continued to Castello Ursino, a fortress from the 13th century. Here, in the 17th century, a lava flow from a volcanic eruption had significantly changed the immediate surroundings of the fortress. Right next door we were able to try another delicacy at the 'Bar Chiosco In68'. The 'Spritz' in different flavors. Dare and order the 'Originals'. From there to the 'Piazza dell' Indirizzo' where things are very lively all around, with lots of market stalls. At 'Ammucca Ammucca' there was another specialty to taste. Something very special, I don't want to reveal more here, just this: everyone who tried it enjoyed it. Then we went past the fish market. Recommended for corresponding lovers. The last stage was dedicated to the desserts. At Prestipino Duomo the selection is huge and the quality is excellent. After a cassatelle from Sant'Agata and an espresso, we were able to explore the surrounding area on our own for half an hour before taking the bus back to Taormina, where we arrived back at the bus terminal at 2:30 p.m.
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79mayan
May 26, 2024
Wow 🤩 - Was definitely great!! Guide was brilliant and food tasted so good!! Catania fish market is amazing!truly folkloristic High recommend 🔝
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