Top 25 things to do in Catania
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011. Private Catania Pasta-Making Class in a Local Home by Cesarine
5.0· 28 reviews3 hoursFrom₹8,961/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationImmerse yourself in a private pasta-making class at a local's home, learn the secrets of the region's most famous pasta dishes and taste the fruit of your labour accompanied by a glass of local wine. During the lesson, the local home cook will reveal the tricks of the trade of 3 authentic regional pasta recipes. Have fun putting your cooking skills to the test. Each participant will have a workstation equipped with utensils and all the ingredients to make the dishes. Then, taste everything you have prepared accompanied by a selection of red and white local wines. This experience is held by Cesarine: Italy’s oldest network of 1000+ home cooks all over the country in more than 500 cities. They are passionate and welcoming hosts that open the doors of their own homes to curious travellers for immersive culinary experiences.
022. Volcano Etna Tour Wine Tasting Lunch in the Cellar Transfer
5.0· 14 reviews5 hoursFrom₹25,975/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationLikely to sell outDiscover the highest active volcano in Europe on a journey that combines geological wonders, the gastronomic excellence of Etna and the sweetness of its honey. You will taste Etna honey, olive oils, fine wines and typical products, at a selected local farm. We will take you to an altitude of 2000 meters to make you experience the thrill of walking on the edge of the Silvestri Craters, admiring the most iconic panoramic points of the volcano. The climax will be at Cantine Gambino or Murgo, among the top 5 historical out of 400 of Etna. Among vineyards and wonderful views, you will enjoy a lunch with 4 excellent wines expertly paired with traditional dishes. Your Expert Pro driver, fluent English speaker will be at your disposal to ensure you an unforgettable experience. Private pick-up and drop-off service included (Taormina, Catania, Messina or Porto) on vehicles equipped with Wi-Fi and comfort.
033. The Godfather Movie Tour
4.9· 310 reviews7 hoursFrom₹11,343/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationAn offer you can't refuse! From Catania, travel to the magic villages used by Francis Ford Coppola as scenario of the unforgettable movies of the Godfather's trilogy.
044. Catania Sicilian Street Food Tour: Small Group by Do Eat Better
4.9· 440 reviews3 hoursFrom₹5,274/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationDiscover Catania through its flavors on our historic city food tour, a journey through the vibrant streets of one of Sicily’s most lively and charming cities. Taste the dishes locals love, from bold, traditional Sicilian flavors to the finest regional wines. Every stop is carefully chosen to introduce you to authentic Sicilian culinary traditions, showcase the best local eateries, and create an unforgettable food experience. Your guide is a passionate local “Foodie,” a friendly expert who shares insider tips, explains each dish, and reveals the history and stories behind every bite. Do Eat Better Experience tours combine high-quality gastronomy with an immersive cultural walk, offering a true taste of Sicilian life. To ensure a personal, authentic experience, we welcome only small groups, so every guest receives our full attention and guidance. Please note that the tour is always run in English and Italian; other languages available upon request.
055. Tour Etna & Wine Tasting
4.9· 347 reviews8 hoursFrom₹16,447/ personFree cancellationThis tour is unique for this reason: 1:This is certainly an excursion full of adventure, relaxation, and enjoyment! 2: Etna winemakers know how to use the volcanic soil and local grapes varieties to create a wine that is incredibly unique! 3: The best way to enjoy a unique experience on the highest active volcano in Europe. 4: I love my land and I love to show the amazing and unique beauty, for sure I will do my best to let you enjoy a fabulous tour.
066. Private tour of Etna and Winery Visit with Food and Wine Tasting from Taormina
4.9· 234 reviewsFrom₹36,865/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationDuring the private tour by comfortable air-conditioned car, you will visit Etna - the highest active volcano in Europe. This tour is private - only for your party, nobody else to ensure the highest standards for our clients. Your friendly private guide will pick you up at your accommodation, port or train station in Taormina, Giardini Naxos, Letojanni or nearby Area. You will get to know the history of volcano creation, about eruptions, culture, myths, and folklore of "Mamma Etna" and Sicily itself. Driving by private car through authentic mountain villages and visit some extinct craters. Then you will visit one of the best Etna wineries and have lunch of fresh local food with fine red and white Sicilian wines. We recommend wearing comfortable closed-toe shoes and bringing extra layers, such as something warm and a windbreaker or rain jacket, to be prepared for changing weather conditions.
077. Guided Cultural Tour of the Godfather Film in Messina
4.9· 35 reviewsFrom₹15,880/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationThis tour, which follows one of the scenes from one of the most important films in the history of cinema, offers great emotions not only to fans of the aforementioned film, but also to those who love historical rural villages, of great tradition and history, to the suggestive panoramic views allow visitors to admire incredible sceneries and promontories of which you can hardly fail to be literally fascinated, a cultural tour where it embraces the nature, history and culture typical of one of the most important and largest islands in the Mediterranean.
088. Catania Street Food & Market Tour feat. Hidden Lava Cave
4.9· 378 reviews3 hoursFrom₹7,827/ personInstant confirmationLikely to sell outWe are pioneers of Food Tours in Catania! Join our food experts in an intense 3-hr walk around the benches of Pescheria fish market and its backstreets. You will sample guide's daily selection of street food (including the best homemade arancini in town!), fish, seasonal products, dessert and drinks! We choose family-run food businesses that stand out for the quality of food and the authenticity of the location. No tourist traps! Your Streaty food guide will unveil the secrets of Sicilian cuisine sharing historical info and recipes. Not only food! you will also learn about Catania's history and locals' lifestyle and traditions. You will experience the food market through the eyes of Sicilians...and also step into a hidden lava tunnel unknown to tourists. This is a small-group food experience designed for passionate foodies and curious travelers. Amount of food makes a meal! TOURS RUN ALL WEEK HOWEVER FISH MARKET IS CLOSED ON SUNDAYS. PLEASE READ ALL ADDITIONAL INFO CAREFULLY.
099. Mt Etna and Wine tasting tour from Catania
4.9· 324 reviews8 hoursFrom₹12,080/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationSee a different side of Sicily with this tour of Mt. Etna that departs from Catania. Enjoy breathtaking views and taste the wines of one of the best wineries of the area, all while on the highest active volcano of Europe. This excursion journeys to old craters and lava flow caves, and is perfect for adventurous travelers.
1010. Cooking lesson in Catania with lunch or dinner
4.9· 168 reviews3 hoursFrom₹11,230/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationThere are many enthusiasts who write to us for information on our Cooking Lesson. Our Cooking Class in Catania is aimed at those who want to enjoy Mediterranean cuisine, discovering the unique flavors of our land, in a welcoming and stimulating environment. Each participant will be involved in the preparation of island dishes that can easily be replicated at home. Sicilian cuisine directly from Catania to your home!!! The Cooking Class is held for a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 12 people and lasts more or less 3 hours.
1111. Mt. Etna Sunset Experience - Breathtaking Adventure from Catania
4.8· 508 reviews5 hoursFrom₹6,806/ personFree cancellationInstant confirmationSee a different side of Sicily with this 5-hour guided tour of Mt. Etna. This is an excursion to old craters and lava flow caves, perfect for the adventurous kind. Enjoy breathtaking views of the volcano at sunset and taste typical local products, all the while on the highest active volcano of Europe.
1212. Mt. Etna and Alcantara river full day tour from Taormina
4.8· 120 reviews9 hoursFrom₹11,570/ personFree cancellationThis full-day tour allows you to go from a morning visit to Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe, to the beautiful and surprising valley of Alcantara river in the afternoon. In the first part of the excursion, you will submerge in nature and visit old craters and lava flow caves, enjoy breathtaking views, and taste typical local products. In the afternoon, before seeing the famous basaltic canyon named Gorges, you will walk next the river Alcantara through a lush vegetation until to visit the Gurne, little lakes created by the same river.
