Top Catania Day Trips

Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto walking tour from Catania

Giardini Naxos, Taormina and Castelmola-White Lotus-From Catania

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Siracusa,Ortigia and Noto Tour

Catania: Morning Jeep Tour of Mount Etna and Lava Flow Caves

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Mt. Etna is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and shouldn’t be missed when visiting Sicily, but reaching the active volcano—and getting around once there—are tough without a 4WD-equipped vehicle. On this full-day tour, get access to rugged locations standard cars can’t reach, and embark on a short hike through craters and lava flows. Top it off with a Sicilian lunch and visit to Alcantara Gorge.

Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion with lunch

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Mt. Etna Sunset Experience - Breathtaking Adventure from Catania

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Agrigento and Piazza Armerina: Valley of the Temples and Villa Romana del Casale

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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.

Siracusa - Ortigia & Noto Tour

The Godfather Movie Tour

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Make the most of your time at shore and explore the beautiful Sicilian towns of Taormina and Castelmola. See key landmarks like the Greek theater, Palazzo Corvaja, and the city’s cathedral before heading up to the small village of Castelmola. Here visitors can admire the panoramic views of the imposing Mount Etna, the highest volcano in Europe, and the Bay of Naxos before heading back to your ship.

Catania Shore Excursion: Catania to Taormina and Castelmola

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Come discover one of Sicily's most important and evocative places, led by an expert guide and lover of history and culture. Every year, it becomes increasingly appreciated and beloved by the public, as well as an ideal inspiration for film producers as the setting for several historical and contemporary films. Enjoy the flavors and locations featured in the White Lotus series, admiring evocative landscapes and views, enriched with curiosities and secrets, accompanied by a local guide in complete comfort in a large, comfortable vehicle. The schedules described are coordinated to ensure a punctual return to your cruise ship.

Private Tour Taormina Castelmola Giardini Naxos

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Etna&Taormina from Catania and Siracusa Full Day Private Tour

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Tour Etna and Wine Tasting

The tour will be a private tour, so you will decide the customization of the tour, such as the possibility of having lunch at a restaurant without any problem of time, which will make your experience unique. In fact, the driver will wait for you if you want to extend the time for some stops programmed. You will also receive information about the places you visit on board the minivan. You will see 2 of the most beautiful locations in Sicily not as tourists but as locals.

Private Tour of Taormina and Castelmola from Catania

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Etna Morning Trip

6 hoursFree Cancellation

This tour makes it easier than ever to get up close and personal with Mt. Etna: Europe’s highest active volcano, and one of Sicily’s most visible landmarks. Journey to Rifugio Sapienza, at Etna’s base, before your trek; all equipment is included, and an add-on journey to its crater is available (own expense). Next, explore the volcano’s lava caves before stopping at an area farm for a sampling of local products.

Mt. Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Catania

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Mount Etna and Taormina day tour

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

All-Inclusive Catania Street Food & Market Tour by Streaty

All-Inclusive Catania Street Food & Market Tour by Streaty

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Experience a different side of Sicily on a full-day tour to Mt. Etna, the largest active volcano in Europe. Your guide shares informative commentary about the history, geology, and wildlife of Mt. Etna as you take nature walks, tour a cave created by lava flows, and see old volcanic craters. Select from hiking or cable car options to customize your visit, then end the day by visiting a wine cellar to sample the local vino. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Catania.

Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania

ETNA & TAORMINA **ATTENTION : Tour available ONLY departing from Catania Tour not available for cruise passengers Mount Etna is the highest active terrestrial volcano in the Eurasian Plate. Its frequent eruptions throughout history have changed, sometimes profoundly, the surrounding landscape, coming several times to threaten the populations settled around it. The UNESCO Committee, has included Mount Etna in the list of assets constituting the World Heritage Site. Taormina is a famous tourist city also visited by artists, writers and intellectuals (among these stayed there Goethe and Truman Capote). Particularly loved not only for its scenic beauty and fantastic panorama, but also for its “dolce vita”, permissiveness and transgression. Punctuality, efficiency, elegance, experience and professionalism. Available to meet any customer need. Assistance throughout the tour. "Happiness is a JOURNEY, not a destination...!!!"

ETNA & WINE, TAORMINA TOUR FD from CATANIA (GUIDE and LUNCH Included)

Mount Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Taormina

7 hoursFree Cancellation

Mount Etna is Europe’s largest active volcano but its spectacular hiking trails are often poorly marked and challenging to follow. With this guided small-group excursion, explore the lunar landscape without the hassle of reading a trail map and visit lava fields, extinct craters, and a lava tube cave in just a few hours. Delve into the area’s geothermal history and activity and take in sweeping views over the Valle del Bove.

Etna Tour - HalfDay Small Group & licensed Tour Guide

6 hoursFree Cancellation

The volcanic landscapes around Mt. Etna draw travelers from far and wide. This adventurous full-day tour from Taormina includes a visit to the Parco dell’Etna for a guided exploration of a lava cave and a trek to 6,500 feet (2,000 meters) above sea level near Rifugio Sapienza, where you can admire Etna’s stunning volcanic scenery. Plus, delve deep into the Alcantara Gorges—home to lava formations shaped over millions of years.

Mt. Etna and Alcantara river full day tour from Taormina

Mt. Etna and Alcantara river full day tour from Taormina

9 hoursFree Cancellation

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All-Inclusive Catania Street Food & Market Tour by Streaty

Holly_W, Sep 2026

Cruise stop

Catania was a stop on our cruise and we decided to look outside the excursions and go with this tour listed on Viator. We met Allegra a few minutes earlier than our scheduled tour time in a very easy to find area. She was very friendly and provided information on what the tour would entail. She was very knowledgeable and at each stop she had a connection that got us a great seat and service. The markets were fun to walk through and the food very authentic to the region and delicious. Would definitely recommend this tour and thank you Allegra!

Etna Morning Trip

Christel_P, Sep 2026

Birthday Adventure to Etna

I booked this trip to celebrate my husband’s birthday. We had an amazing time hiking Mt. Etna. Mauricio was an excellent guide. We are from Hawai’i, and it was an amazing experience seeing another active volcano in a different part of the world. I highly recommend this adventure!

Mt. Etna nature and flavors half day Tour from Catania

valentina_m, Aug 2026

11/10 trip to Etna from Catania

We had an amazing experience today visiting Mount Etna with our multilingual guide Florence. Florence was great - knowledgeable, funny, excellent driver, answered our every question. Everything was perfect from the personalised pick up right at our hotel to the hike to Etna’s craters and rich tasting of exquisite local delicacies, wine and liquors at the end. 11/10

The Godfather Movie Tour

John_P, Aug 2026

This tour is the offer you can't refuse!

It was as good as advertised and even better. Carmelo was and is the best tour guide. He taught me a few things about the Godfather, and I thought I knew it all! We met the owner of the mansion Michael hid out at in Sicily and he made the tour that much better. Barone was beyond welcoming, he made our day. I would strongly recommend the private tour. We saw everything as promised and got to go to Taormina for lunch as well. We got back to our boat perfectly on time! I can't recommend this tour enough. Ask for Carmelo! The pictures we have were largely staged by the 85 years young, Barone. 6 STARS FOR THIS TOUR!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Mt. Etna Sunset Experience - Breathtaking Adventure from Catania

Giselly_P, Aug 2026

The experience we ended...

The experience we ended up doing was good, we did it on a four wheel drive. Just be aware that the options that are given are 65euros a person extra. I thought the tour I had chosen would be a medium level but we were told medium to difficult and had to rent shoes and jackets. All I n all we ended having a nice time and Salvo our tour guide who picked us up was very knowledgeable and gave us very interesting facts about Etna and the city of Catania. Would recommend

Giardini Naxos, Taormina and Castelmola-White Lotus-From Catania

Nicole_G, Aug 2026

Great day in Sicily

Our tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable. She called to tell us exactly where to meet and how to find her. Personally, I could have skipped seeing Giardini Naxos and spent the extra time in Taormina. It was a perfect amount of time in Castelmola. The guide went above and beyond to accommodate one member of our party who was having trouble walking due to a recent surgery.

Etna and Alcantara Gorges Excursion with lunch

kevin_b, Aug 2026

This trip was well worth...

This trip was well worth it for our family of four. The day broke up our weeks vacation of beach, shopping, and eating, and allowed us to soak up culture, history, and excursion. The hike to see the crater on Etna was more like a difficult walk than a hike. The views were great as you can clearly see the closest active crater on Etna. The lunch was very good, pasta, cappuccino, and gelato. The Gorge we were unprepared for unfortunately. If we were to do this again, we would 100% bring water shoes as the river is all rocks. The river is also very cold. But refreshing in summer heat. The guides were all friendly, knowledgeable, and engaging. Many of them were family members so it was great. Very good way to spend a day in Sicily and see many sites all at a once. It’s along day, you will be tired at the end. Great trip!

Mt. Etna and Taormina village full day tour from Catania

Kiara_L, Jul 2026

Magic Etna walk and Taormina visit

Pick up went very smoothly. About an hour before a pick up our tour guide/driver sent us a reminder of everything we need to bring. Usefull tip: altho web page allowes you to be picked up at via Etnea drivers cannot go there by car so pick something close like McDonalds 200 m from there. On the begining of out trip our guide Alessandro walked us through todays plan and possible options and throuought the whole way tried to explain us as many things as he could so that we have better experience when we arrive at Etna. As a group we decided to go on Etna volcano first and as we got there and while one part off our group went for a cable car/bus/walk option to the 3000 m, we opted for a trekking through volcanic craters with our tour guide. I would definitly recommand it. Our gudie made sure we are following him, and tried to modify the trekking due to our wishes and possibilities. He was also very patient and helpfull during tons of photos taken and showed us everything he coul think of. After visiting Etna (took us about 3 h due to the crowds) we went for a lunch/wine tasting option. I also recommand it if you are keen on experiencing Etna through specific engridients, products and wine sorts specific to that region. We finished our trip by going in Taormina. The place itself is nice and full of luxury brand stores but was very different contrast to Etna and its green and black plains. Overall I would definitly recommand this trip. We had an amazing time thanks to our guide Alessandro.

Catania: Morning Jeep Tour of Mount Etna and Lava Flow Caves

Paul_G, Jun 2026

Morning tour with Ramas

Everything about this trip was brilliant Great transport Superb guide in Ramas - he gave us all such great memories and knew so much about the Mt Etna National Park The honey stop was fabulous along with wine and olive olis to sample The coffee stop had such amazing views too All in all a brilliant trip thanks to Ramas

Catania Shore Excursion: Catania to Taormina and Castelmola

STEPHEN_A, Jun 2026

Top notch small group tour with Michael "Corleone"

We were in a small group and our van driver was Michael "Corleone". He was an excellent historian and tour guide, giving us a plethora of knowledge about Taormina, Castelmola and Catania. They are all extremely beautiful cities and worth visiting, but Michael really made the tour top notch!

Syracuse, Ortigia and Noto walking tour from Catania

Yuliia_G, Feb 2026

Beautiful places, great atmosphere and amazing guide

Beautiful places, great atmosphere, everything was perfectly timed, small group (just 4 of us!) and zero stress - never rushed, never boring. Huge thanks to our guide Salvatore, who was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the day flow effortlessly. Ortigia was charming, Noto was stunning, and the whole experience felt easy and enjoyable. Highly recommended!