Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Catania travel guide

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You're Going to Love Catania

With a population of 290,927, Catania is a must-see destination in Sicily, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Catania has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Catania

If you’re looking for affordable options, Il Timo Bistrot (Via Antonello da Messina 45) and Etnea Roof Bar & Restaurant by “UNA cucina” (218 Via Etnea) are great picks.

When to visit Catania

Catania in January
Estimated flight+hotel price
£168
2 travellers
Flight to Catania
3 nights at hotel
Catania in January
Estimated flight+hotel price
£168
2 travellers
Flight to Catania
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Catania in August, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 106 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Catania, with an average rainfall of 5 mm.

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How to Get to Catania

Plane

When flying to Catania, you’ll arrive at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Catania from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 3h 10m.

Train

Trenitalia is the only carrier operating train routes to Catania. The train journey from Catania to Palermo takes 2h 57m and costs around £15 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Naples, expect to pay about £17 for a 7h 24m trip. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Catania Centrale is the busiest station in Catania. Another popular train station is Catania Ognina, located 2 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Catania is to pick up a car hire from Palermo, which is about 104 miles from Catania. You’ll find branches of Easy Car Hire and Goldcar Rental SP, among others, in Palermo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Catania, including Bus, Itabus and FlixBus. From Palermo, the bus ride to Catania takes 145 miles and will cost you around £29. From Lamezia Terme, the ticket costs about £27 for a journey of 265 miles. The most popular bus station is Catania Autostazione, located 0.3 miles from the city centre of Catania. Catania La Rena Est is also a commonly used station, and is 2 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Catania, you’ll arrive at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is located 3 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Catania from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 3h 10m.

Train

Trenitalia is the only carrier operating train routes to Catania. The train journey from Catania to Palermo takes 2h 57m and costs around £15 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Naples, expect to pay about £17 for a 7h 24m trip. Located 0.3 miles from the city centre, Catania Centrale is the busiest station in Catania. Another popular train station is Catania Ognina, located 2 miles from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Catania is to pick up a car hire from Palermo, which is about 104 miles from Catania. You’ll find branches of Easy Car Hire and Goldcar Rental SP, among others, in Palermo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Catania, including Bus, Itabus and FlixBus. From Palermo, the bus ride to Catania takes 145 miles and will cost you around £29. From Lamezia Terme, the ticket costs about £27 for a journey of 265 miles. The most popular bus station is Catania Autostazione, located 0.3 miles from the city centre of Catania. Catania La Rena Est is also a commonly used station, and is 2 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Catania

CTACatania Fontanarossa
CIYComiso
REGReggio Calabria Tito Menniti

Airlines serving Catania

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,576 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,006 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,529 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,047 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,788 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,014 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,020 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,414 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,492 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,457 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (873 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,305 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,580 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,134 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (894 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,062 reviews)
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Where to stay in Catania

From 5-star hotels such as the Romano Palace Luxury Hotel to great affordable options like the Hotel La Ville, Catania offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £63 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £97 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Catania

Most booked hotels in Catania

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Grand Hotel Baia Verde
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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Four Points by Sheraton Catania Hotel and Conference Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£67+
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NH Catania Parco Degli Aragonesi
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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Catania International Airport Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£77+
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Romano Palace Luxury Hotel
5 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
£78+
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Garden Hotel
4 stars
Okay (5.9, Okay reviews)
£68+
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Hiring a car in Catania

Hiring a car in Catania costs £22 per day, on average, or £87 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Catania Fontanarossa.

Expect to pay £1.46 per litre in Catania (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.51 and £23.34. The most frequently booked car type in Catania is Compact (Skoda Fabia or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Fiat Panda or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Catania costs £22 per day, on average, or £87 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Catania Fontanarossa.

Expect to pay £1.46 per litre in Catania (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.51 and £23.34. The most frequently booked car type in Catania is Compact (Skoda Fabia or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Fiat Panda or similar) is, on average, 62% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Catania

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Hertz

Sixt

Sixt

Avis

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