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Private Tour of Catania: History, Fish Market, and Local Stories

By Go Explore
Free cancellation available
Price is P 7,815 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
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  • Multiple languages
Overview
  • Enjoy an exclusive and personalized visit with a local expert guide
  • Discover the history of Catania through its iconic monuments and symbols
  • Relax in the scenic Bellini Gardens with views of Mount Etna
  • Visit Catania's most evocative and fascinating places and monuments
Activity location
    • Catania
    • Catania, Sicilia, Italy
Meeting/Redemption Point
    • Piazza del Duomo, 95121 Catania CT, Italia | The meeting with the guide will take place of at Porta Uzeda, an easily recognizable and convenient place to start the itinerary. However, since this is a private tour, a customized meeting point can be arranged, such as the hotel entrance or another location of your choice, to ensure maximum flexibility and convenience for participants.
    • Catania, Sicilia, Italy

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Private Tour of Catania: History, Fish Market, and Local Stories
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Price details
P 7,814.95 x 2 AdultsP 15,629.90

Total
Price is P 15,629.90

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    A professional guide will accompany you on the tour, offering insights into the history, art, and culture of Catania.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    A scenic tour of Catania's main attractions, like Piazza Duomo, Via Etnea, the Fish Market, and the Bellini Gardens, with detailed explanations from your guide.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Personalized experience: A tailor-made itinerary for the group, with attention to the preferences of the participants to ensure a unique experience.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance fees for Castello Ursino, the Roman Theater and other sites
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips or any personal expenses.

What you can expect

Start your journey in Piazza Duomo, the beating heart of the city, dominated by the magnificent Cathedral of Sant'Agata and the iconic Elephant Fountain, the symbol of Catania. Your expert guide will tell you fascinating stories about the city, from its Greek foundation to the Baroque renaissance after the eruption of 1669 and the earthquake of 1693.

Keep going along the bustling Via Etnea, Catania's main street, lined with historic buildings, boutiques, and cafés. Here you can observe the typical lava stone architecture and immerse yourself in the daily life of the people of Catania.

Next stop is the Fish Market, known as “la Pescheria,” a place full of colors, sounds, and smells. Among the stalls laden with fresh fish, fruit, and spices, you'll discover the city's vibrant soul and hear interesting facts about local culinary traditions.

The tour continues with a visit to the Roman amphitheater of Catania, an archaeological gem hidden among the city's streets. Your guide will lead you through the remains of this ancient place of entertainment, telling you anecdotes about daily life in Roman times.

Wrap up the tour in the lush Bellini Gardens, one of the city's most beautiful parks, where you can admire panoramic views of Mount Etna and relax among centuries-old trees and decorative fountains.

This private tour is the perfect opportunity to fully experience Catania, discovering its unique history, fascinating architecture, and irresistible flavors that make it an unmissable destination.

Location

Activity location
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    • Catania
    • Catania, Sicilia, Italy
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    • Piazza del Duomo, 95121 Catania CT, Italia | The meeting with the guide will take place of at Porta Uzeda, an easily recognizable and convenient place to start the itinerary. However, since this is a private tour, a customized meeting point can be arranged, such as the hotel entrance or another location of your choice, to ensure maximum flexibility and convenience for participants.
    • Catania, Sicilia, Italy