Ursino Castle (Castello di Ursino) Tours and Tickets

The Best Way to Discover Catania: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo at Piazza Università or a stroll through the historic Porta Uzeda and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Audio & Text: Listen to our audio guide or read the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Roman Amphitheater of Catania, Piazza Stesicoro, Via Etnea, Piazza Università, Teatro Massimo Bellini, Basilica Cattedrale di Sant’Agata, Fontana dell’Elefante, Porta Uzeda, Ursino Castle, and the Greek-Roman Theatre.

By bike you can quickly get an overview of Catania and get to know the city. The perspective from the bike allows you to experience a relaxed tour with a fresh breeze even in the hot summer months. Reaching corners where no bus goes, you can feel a bit local while getting to know many important sights and taking a typical break at one of the Chioschi.

Catania is a city shaped by fire and rebirth, and its ancient Greek ruins, Norman castles, and stunning Baroque architecture have survived to tell the story. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll amble along the elegant main road, Via Etnea, and through atmospheric side streets where Mount Etna’s dramatic presence has influenced every chapter of the Sicilian city’s 2,800-year history. Starting in Giardino Bellini, the romantic gardens dedicated to composer Vincenzo Bellini, you’ll walk down the city’s grand main boulevard. You’ll learn how it was redesigned after the catastrophic 1693 earthquake that levelled Catania, prompting its spectacular Baroque reconstruction.

Avoid the soaring midday temps and stretch your sightseeing day to the max with this after-hours food tour through Catania’s old town. Join your foodie guide to discover favorite local spots to feast on classic savory and sweet treats while admiring some of the city’s A-list sights and hidden treasures along the way. Learn about the city’s culinary scene and sample delicacies from crunchy fried “crispelle” to icy fruit “granita”.

Explore Catania at your own pace with a self-guided walking tour on your phone. You get a clear map of all 8 stops, simple directions through Google Maps, and short audio stories you can play when you reach each location. The route covers the historic center's volcanic landscapes and baroque treasures, from Piazza Duomo to Villa Bellini, passing sites like the Liotru elephant fountain, the Roman Theatre, and the dramatic Via Crociferi. Start anytime, pause whenever you like, and explore freely. No groups, no schedules. Audio and text available in 7 languages.

Explore the rich heritage of Catania with an expert local urban tour guide and food and wine tour leader Heidi, who brings over 20 years of experience. Choose the Urban trekking/art tour, because with a local guide you dive into a sensorial unique experience. A person with a deep knowledge of Sicilian art, culture, history, folklore, geography, myths, legends and curiosities. Each tour provides personalized insights, ensuring an enriching experience. Whether you're interested in the city’s stunning architecture or in its geological mysteries and surprises. - Discover Catania’s Baroque architecture, hidden gems , secrets , lights and shadows. - Benefit from a guide fluent in Italian, French, English, and Spanish.

Meet your tour guide by the little elephant in Piazza Duomo, and then mingle with locals in the crowded fish market as you learn about local culture through stories and tales of the city. Enjoy daily street food and local drinks with the group! After this, admire the Norman Ursino Castle, in the heart of San Cristoforo borough, and walk upon the lava flow of the big Etna eruption in 1669. There will still be something to learn about Greek and Roman architecture at Piazza Mazzini. Then we will discover the witnessing still remaining from the Arabic period in the Sicilian culture, as you will enjoy special delicacies. In Via dei Crociferi, you will experience the heart of the ancient city through Sicilian Barocco, expressed in the churches and local noble palaces.

Embark on an immersive journey through the bustling streets of Catania. Start with a walk through the famous A’ Piscaria Mercato del Pesce, tasting fresh seafood, arancini, cannoli, and other Sicilian specialties. Learn about local culinary traditions and enjoy a market experience that immerses you in the flavors of the city. Continue exploring charming streets and historic sites while your guide introduces you to authentic local cuisine. If you prefer, alternative options like horse meat can be included. End your tour with a sweet treat of torrone and other street food delights, ensuring a full Sicilian culinary experience.

Discover the black pearl of the Ionian Sea on our private walking tour of Catania. Learn how the city was shaped by Mount Etna and how it has risen from the ashes multiple times throughout history. To enrich your experience, enjoy a tasting of local food and drinks in Catania’s lively markets, where you’ll sample authentic Sicilian flavors and soak up the city’s vibrant atmosphere. Our tours are fully customisable to suit your preferences. We look forward to welcoming you!

In this tour you will get to set foot on the base of one of the largest active volcanoes in Europe and to understand how its volcanic activity shaped the history of one of Sicily's biggest cities: Catania. Join us on a personalized trekking of the south base and on a walking tour of the city reconstructed from the ashes. In Top Private Tours we want you to have an amazing experience, that is why our tours can be customised to you liking! Hope to see you soon!

With this 4-hour experience you will experience the wonderful city of Catania from a special point of view, aboard a beautiful vintage car, a 1976 Volkswagen Maggiolone cabriolet, visiting all the main monuments of the city and immortalizing unforgettable moments with evocative photos that I will take of you that you can keep for beautiful memories. After the main monuments of the historic center of the city we will visit the most beautiful characteristic seaside villages of the City of Catania to immortalize indelible memories through beautiful photos.

Curious about the lesser-known stories of Catania? Starting with the very first steps of this playful walk, you’ll experience the thrill and beauty of discovery. Location-based riddles will show you the way to our favorite local places, including quiet courtyards, forgotten stories and cute hidden spots we’ll keep secret... for now! Fun fact: this trail was created by our local creator. - Explore Catania's historic centre during this interactive and fun discovery walk - Learn about the history and local stories of the city centre in a playful way - Solve 11 location-based riddles to unlock directions to your next stop along the route - See popular sights like from a different angle and discover hidden local spots This discovery walk is an educational and fun activity for friends, couples, families with kids, curious locals, visitors, and team building.

Sail through the ancient avenues of Catania on a memorable Segway adventure. Accompany a local guide through the UNESCO-designated city center, passing the Elephant Fountain, the vibrant Via Etnea street, and the Villa Bellini park. Take a moment to appreciate the 13th-century Castle Ursino and discover more about the city’s medieval past. Your journey will end at the same location where you started.

Embark on an Unforgettable Adventure in Catania! Join us on a captivating Guided Tour through the historic streets of Catania and the stunning Cyclops Riviera, where myth, history, and natural beauty come together. This unique experience is designed to offer you the best of Sicily’s rich heritage and breathtaking landscapes.

Discover Catania in a free, immersive and engaging way with the interactive tour via i-Tourist app. With 21 audio guides directly on your smartphone, you can explore the city at your own pace, without groups and without fixed times, following a route rich in history, curiosities and iconic places. Stroll among the Baroque masterpieces of Piazza del Duomo, admire the majestic Cathedral of Sant'Agata and discover the authentic soul of the city among the colors and scents of the Catania Fish Market. The app will also guide you through historical treasures such as the Ursino Castle, the Roman Theatre of Catania and the elegant Via dei Crociferi. The tour also integrates a holistic and sensory approach, inviting you to experience the city with awareness: listen to the sounds, observe the details, breathe the energy of the places and let yourself be guided in an experience that combines culture, emotions and well-being. An original and profound way to get in tune with the authentic soul of Catania.