Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Catania travel guide

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You're Going to Love Catania

With a population of 290,927, Catania is a must-see destination in Sicily, Italy. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Catania has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Catania

If you’re looking for affordable options, Il Timo Bistrot (Via Antonello da Messina 45) and Etnea Roof Bar & Restaurant by “UNA cucina” (218 Via Etnea) are great picks.

When to visit Catania

Catania in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 10173
1 night at 3-star hotel
Catania in January
Estimated hotel price
₹ 10173
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Catania in August, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 106 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Catania, with an average rainfall of 5 mm.

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How to Get to Catania

Plane

When flying to Catania, you’ll arrive at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is located 5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Catania is to pick up a car hire from Palermo, which is about 167 km from Catania. You’ll find branches of SICILY BY CAR and Avis, among others, in Palermo.

Plane

When flying to Catania, you’ll arrive at Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), which is located 5 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Catania is to pick up a car hire from Palermo, which is about 167 km from Catania. You’ll find branches of SICILY BY CAR and Avis, among others, in Palermo.

Airports near Catania

CTACatania Fontanarossa
CIYComiso
REGReggio Calabria Tito Menniti

Airlines serving Catania

Lufthansa
Good (8,232 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,570 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,195 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,060 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,479 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,544 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,157 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,972 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,207 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,573 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,529 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,429 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,379 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,489 reviews)
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Where to stay in Catania

From 5-star hotels such as the Romano Palace Luxury Hotel to great affordable options like the Hotel La Ville, Catania offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 8,757 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 15,695 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Catania

Most booked hotels in Catania

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Katane Palace Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 13,005+
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Romano House
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 13,560+
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Grand Hotel Baia Verde
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,560+
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Four Points by Sheraton Catania Hotel and Conference Center
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,122+
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4 Spa Resort Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
₹ 13,767+
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Romano Palace Luxury Hotel
5 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
₹ 12,853+
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Hiring a car in Catania

Hiring a car in Catania costs ₹ 4,549 per day, on average, or ₹ 27,292 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

Expect to pay ₹ 217 per litre in Catania (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 2,609 and ₹ 3,479. The most frequently booked car type in Catania is Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Kia Sportage or similar) is, on average, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Catania costs ₹ 4,549 per day, on average, or ₹ 27,292 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

Expect to pay ₹ 217 per litre in Catania (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 2,609 and ₹ 3,479. The most frequently booked car type in Catania is Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Kia Sportage or similar) is, on average, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Car hire agencies in Catania

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