Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 3 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 February
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Catania in February
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Catania in August, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 41 °F, with an average temperature of 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 4.2″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Catania, with an average rainfall of 0.2″.

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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 center. The shortest flight to Catania from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 14h 35m.

Train

Trenitalia is the only carrier operating train routes to Catania. The train journey from Catania to Naples takes 7h 24m and costs around $31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bari, expect to pay about $31 for a 9h 08m trip. Located 0.3 miles from the city center, Catania Centrale is the busiest station in Catania. Another popular train station is Catania Ognina, located 2 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Catania is to pick up a car rental from Palermo, which is about 104 miles from Catania. You’ll find branches of Rental4Leisure and Global Rent A Car, among others, in Palermo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Catania, including Itabus, FlixBus and Bus. From Villa San Giovanni, the bus ride to Catania takes 134 miles and will cost you around $18. From Palermo, the ticket costs about $36 for a journey of 145 miles. The most popular bus station is Catania Autostazione, located 0.3 miles from downtown Catania. Catania La Rena Est is also a commonly used station, and is 2 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Catania, you’ll arrive at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is located 3 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Catania from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 14h 35m.

Train

Trenitalia is the only carrier operating train routes to Catania. The train journey from Catania to Naples takes 7h 24m and costs around $31 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bari, expect to pay about $31 for a 9h 08m trip. Located 0.3 miles from the city center, Catania Centrale is the busiest station in Catania. Another popular train station is Catania Ognina, located 2 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Catania is to pick up a car rental from Palermo, which is about 104 miles from Catania. You’ll find branches of Rental4Leisure and Global Rent A Car, among others, in Palermo.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Catania, including Itabus, FlixBus and Bus. From Villa San Giovanni, the bus ride to Catania takes 134 miles and will cost you around $18. From Palermo, the ticket costs about $36 for a journey of 145 miles. The most popular bus station is Catania Autostazione, located 0.3 miles from downtown Catania. Catania La Rena Est is also a commonly used station, and is 2 miles from the city center.

Airports near Catania

CTACatania Fontanarossa
CIYComiso
REGReggio Calabria Tito Menniti

Airlines serving Catania

KLM
Good (1,458 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,789 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,755 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,215 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,224 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,878 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,118 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,325 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,522 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (898 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,692 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,732 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,405 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,364 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (387 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,145 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (196 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 Asmundo di Gisira, Catania offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $89 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $137 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Benedettini - Suites and b&b le 4 leggende.

Where to stay in popular areas of Catania

Most booked hotels in Catania

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Il Giardino Dei Limoni
3 stars
Excellent (9, 200 reviews)
$120+
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Zeus Residence Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 656 reviews)
$106+
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Grand Hotel Baia Verde
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2590 reviews)
$119+
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Four Points by Sheraton Catania Hotel and Conference Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 4034 reviews)
$96+
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NH Catania Parco Degli Aragonesi
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2315 reviews)
$101+
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4 Spa Resort Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 2000 reviews)
$130+
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Renting a car in Catania

Renting a car in Catania costs $24 per day, on average, or $73 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 42% cheaper than airport locations in Catania.

Expect to pay $7.23 per gallon in Catania (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $86.76 and $115.68. Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Catania, while also 83% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Catania costs $24 per day, on average, or $73 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 42% cheaper than airport locations in Catania.

Expect to pay $7.23 per gallon in Catania (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $86.76 and $115.68. Economy (Opel Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Catania, while also 83% cheaper than other types, on average.

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