Main Attractions in Catania Province

Bronte
Abbazia di Maniace
A few miles outside of the Mount Etna town Bronte, famous for its pistachio biscuits, the former Benedictine monastery Abbazia di Maniace should not be missed. More information at: www.comune.bronte.ct.it

Caltagirone
Museo Regionale della Ceramica a Caltagirone
This museum displays the history of the town, an important centre of ceramic production.

Ceramic Stairs
The famous Ceramic Stairs are the landmark of Caltagirone.

Catania
Anfiteatro Romano
The Roman amphitheatre has only partially been excavated and demonstrates Catania’s prominence in Roman times.

Badia di Sant’Agata
This former minster is the masterpiece of the baroque architect Vaccarini, educated in Rome.

Cappella Bonajuto
The Cappella Bonajuto is one of the few surviving churches from the Byzantine era.

Casa Museo „Giovanni Verga“
This museum displays the books and furniture of the famous Verrist writer Giovanni Verga.

Casa Museo „Vincenzo Bellini“
This museum commemorates the famous composer Vincenzo Bellini.

Castell Ursino
This massive Swabian castle hosts the City Museum.

Cattedrale di Sant’ Agata
This originally Norman cathedral now boasts an opulent baroque façade. Inside, the relic chapel of the town’s Saint and the grave of Vincenzo Bellini are the highlights.

Chiesa di San Nicola e monastero dei Benedettini
These buildings were erected on the remains of an older building complex. The church and the monastery are the largest and richest ecclesiastical compound in Catania.

Fontana dell’Elefante
The elephant fountain at Cathedral Place is the city’s famous landmark.

Mercato
The market of Catania is one of the most beautiful in entire Sicily.

Monastero dei Benedittini San Nicola d'Arena
The former Benedictine monastery in baroque style is one of the largest monasteries in Europe. Today it houses the faculty of literature and philosophy of Catania university. A cultural association offers sightseeing tours in English on request. For booking call tel. 095-7102767.

Palazzo Biscari
Prettiest baroque palace in town.

Teatro Vincenzo Bellini
Wonderful neo-classical building from the 19th century.

Teatro romano e Odeon
The Roman Theatre and the Odeon are the most important remnants of the Roman era in Catania.

Via dei Crociferi
This is the most beautiful baroque street in Catania. Here you find the Franciscan, Benedictine and Jesuit churches.   

Viagrande
Museo della Lava
The village of Viagrande is on the foot of Mount Etna and boasts a small volcanic and lava museum.