Top Catania Cultural Tours

Discover Sicily’s second-largest city the way you want on this customizable private tour. Choose your tour length duration upon booking and tell your guide what interests you most. Then set off for a day of authentic exploring as you experience the city through the eyes of a local. Discover hidden gems, learn about Sicilian history, gain insights into local eateries, and much more.

Marvel over the geological wonders of Mount Etna on this action-packed small-group tour from Catania. Soak up the dramatic scenery of Europe’s highest active volcano as you trek along its paths, explore a cave formed by lava, and taste local products. Then, spend the afternoon enjoying your free time in Taormina, among medieval churches, ancient Greek theater, and a lively shopping district.

Delve into ancient Roman and Greek history on a visit to both Neapolis Archaeological Park and Ortygia Island in Syracuse. Neapolis is home to some of Syracuse's most notable ruins, including a massive Greek amphitheater that is still used for performances during the summer months. Marvel at age-old quarries and a Roman amphitheater where gladiators fought each other to the death. Afterward, head over to Ortygia Island―a small island that serves as Syracuse's historic center―and nearby Noto, a stunning town filled with exquisite, photo-worthy baroque architecture.

Leave the navigating to your driver and explore the history and architecture of Sicily with this full-day tour. See several popular landmarks in one day, including the Greek ruins of Agrigento and the Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina. This small group tour through the Valley of the Temples offers an intimate atmosphere.

Skip the large tour groups in Sicily, and opt for an intimate, private day trip instead. With a private driver whose focus is your personal group, see ancient Greek and Roman ruins at Neapolis Archaeological Park in Syracuse, stroll through Ortigia's small streets to shop for Sicilian products, and discover UNESCO-listed baroque architecture in Noto. Even better: A hotel or port pickup and drop-off service is also covered.

Visiting both Mt. Etna and Taormina in a single day with public transportation from Catania is almost impossible. With this small-group day trip, shave hours off your travel time and visit both the volcanic slopes and Taormina’s old town. Explore Mt. Etna with a guide to visit dormant craters and lava fields, plus savor bird’s-eye views. Afterwards, enjoy a few hours of free time to sightsee in Taormina before the return transfer.

Explore Europe's highest active volcano with this Jeep tour on Mount Etna. Join a nature guide and head up to about 2,000 meters (6,500 feet) to discover lava flows and extinct craters, plus take in the views over the Caldera del Valle del Bove. Then don a helmet and headlamp and venture into a lava tube to better to learn how lava flows are formed and cool.

Spend the day exploring Europe’s tallest active volcano and touring the charming town of Taormina. Walk among the Silvestri Craters, explore a lava tube with headlamps and hardhats, and sample local products such as olive oil, honey, and Sicilian pizza. In Taormina, a walking tour takes you to the Greek Theater (own expense), the botanical garden, and other charming sites.

Your private driver will pick you up at your hotel or agreed meeting point in a relaxed atmosphere, you will arrive at the archaeological park of Neapolis, UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of the most important archaeological parks in Italy. Here you will discover the most significant ancient monuments - Greek Theatre, the largest in Sicily, legendary cave "Ear of Dionysius", famous for its unique acoustics, Hiero altar, the ancient Greek quarries "Latomie", Roman amphitheater, the Aretusa spring and enjoy spectacular panoramic views from the top of the hill. Then you will visit Ortigia: the Greek temple Apollo, the Cathedral square with its bright limestone buildings - the cathedral, Palazzo Beneventano, the church of Santa Lucia, the Arethusa fountain, the Jewish Quarter, Piazza Archimedes, Diana's fountain, the Fish Point of Sale, where you can feel the unforgettable atmosphere of Southern Italy. And finally the beautiful NOTO with its baroque UNESCO site

This is a private tour where the customer can personalize it. You can choose the pick-up time and pick-up location, according to your needs. You will have your own comfortable car/van and your English speaking driver who will guide you for the entire duration of the Tour. Reservation from 3 to 13 people.

Sicily's street food is legendary, but only locals know the best spots for sampling specialties from arancini to granite. Take advantage of your time in Catania to sample street food delicacies on this foodie walking tour around the city. Visit the main piazza and the elegant Via dei Crociferi while learning about Catania’s classic cuisine and its place in Sicilian culture as you stroll. Sample treats at market stalls and bakeries, and then leave armed with tips for the best places to eat in town. Read more about - Catania Street Food & Market Tour feat. Hidden Lava Cave - https://www.viator.com/tours/Catania/Street-Food-Tour-of-Catania/d22664-6760P2?mcid=56757

An itinerary dedicated to the symbolic places of Sicilian Baroque, which passes through Noto, capital of Baroque, Modica, with its historic center and the tradition of the famous chocolate, and Ragusa Ibla, known for its panoramic views and timeless atmosphere. The tour is curated by professionals with over twenty years of experience, who accompany guests to discover the territory with attention and expertise. The experience begins with the reception of your private English-speaking driver directly at the Accommodation. The service is designed to offer comfort and tranquility, with vehicles equipped with air conditioning, Wi-Fi and water on board. An experience reserved for families, couples and small groups, organized with attention to detail. A tour signed Sicilian Soul Experience.

Private tour , very engaging , for lovers of outdoor activities. The south side of Etna is spectacular. offers breathtaking views and many DA points of interest that will make this experience very rich and satisfying. the programme includes: a hike through lava flows from 2001 to 2003. A visit to the Silvestri Craters of 1892. we will climb together the upper crater of the Silvestri from which you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Gulf of Catania. We will visit a lava flow cave, helmets and torches will be provided. A tasting of honey and olive oil at a local producer in Zafferana Etnea. DA and return pick-up and drop-off from your hotel are available free of charge

One full day of exploring takes you to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites on this tour of the Archaeological Area of Agrigento and Villa Romana del Casale. A small-group tour of eight people or fewer makes it easy to learn bout the sites from your guide, and all-inclusive transportation makes traveling between destinations a cinch.

Perfect for movie-buffs and die-hard “Godfather” fans, this walking tour takes you deep into the Sicilian settings of the Francis Ford Coppola classic. You’ll get a first-hand peek at backdrops for the film’s standout scenes. Discover hidden landmarks along the way, like a 15th-century synagogue and Roman-built village centers. Admire spectacular views along the Ionian coast with free time to explore at your own pace.

We will take you along an unusual itinerary, outside the traditional tourist routes, to discover places and landscapes unknown to most. First the discovery of the delightful medieval center of Enna and its marvelous views over the surrounding hills that can be enjoyed from the top of its 900 meters. A dive into history and archaeology will follow at the archaeological park of Morgantina and its archaeological museum. To finish with the discovery of Caltagirone, whose baroque influences do not end with the many decorations that enrich churches and buildings in the historic center, but also in the decorations of the much-known and sought-after local ceramics, of which you will learn about the techniques and secrets of processing at a local laboratory.

Sicily is home to some of the most spectacular Greek and Roman archaeological sites in Italy, but visiting on your own means navigating the island’s confusing rural roads. With this tour, reach Villa Romana Del Casale in Piazza Armerina and the Valley of Temples in Agrigento with a private driver for a stress-free jaunt through ancient history, taking in these remarkable ruins at your own pace.

Discover more of Sicily as you take a tour of Giardini Naxos, Taormina, and Castelmola on this full-day tour from Catania. With a small group, see where the Greeks first landed on the island, then enjoy panoramic views and explore Castelmola with its medieval castle and alleys. Admire the medieval architecture of Taormina, the amazing setting of “The White Lotus".

The only tour of Catania where you don't have to worry about photographs, because you have a personal photographer who always follows you and takes all the moments of this special tour of Catania from the most beautiful and panoramic points!

Visit three of Sicily's prettiest spots with this private tour. You'll spend time in the historic village of Buscemi and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Palazzolo Acreide, followed by a trip to the beautiful seaside village of Marzamemi where you can taste local fare. Hotel pickup and private transportation are included for a seamless experience.

Enjoy a physical perspective of Sicily on a tour to Mt. Etna, the tallest active volcano in Europe. Do a little trekking, check out an old crater and lava flow caves, and admire gorgeous views of the mountain and surrounding landscape at sunset. Plus, stop by a farm to taste local products like honey and wine. Hotel pickup in Catania is included.

Taking in the views from Mt Etna and the ancient amphitheater in Taormina in one day takes careful planning. Avoid the hassle of complicated logistics with this private tour that includes transportation from Catania to the foot of Mt Etna, a cable car ride up to the peak, and a turn along the crater’s edge via off-road vehicle (if option selected). Enjoy free time to explore Taormina in the afternoon before the return trip to Catania.

If you are in Catania, or you arrive from a cruise to the terminal, you can spend a day with us of 5 - 6 hours, for an unforgettable excursion! Driver will pick you up at the place indicated by you, even if not mentioned in the pick up list. Direction Savoca about 1 hour, famous town chosen by the director Francis ford Coppola to shoot some scenes of the famous Oscar-winning film The Godfather. Stop at the Vitelli bar for a photo and tour in the small quaint town. We will continue to Taormina, a charming town called the pearl of the Mediterranean, with its unique Greek-Roman theater, ( Entrance not Included ) the characteristic alleys, decorated with souvenirs, bars and typical Sicilian clubs. Return to Catania. This tour does not include a guide, which you can possibly book upon confirmation as an extra at a cost of €uro 180.00 Catania Savoca Taormina