Location: Acireale
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Acireale [ˌatʃireˈaːle] (Sicilian: Jaciriali; locally shortened to Jaci or Aci) is a coastal city and comune in the north-east of the Metropolitan City of Catania, Sicily, southern Italy, at the foot of Mount Etna, on the coast facing the Ionian Sea. It is home to numerous churches, including the Neo-Gothic St. Peter's Basilica, St. Sebastian's Basilica in the Sicilian Baroque style, and the 17th century Acireale Cathedral, and a seminary, for the training of priests. Acireale is also noted for its art and paintings: the oldest academy in Sicily, the "Accademia dei Dafnici e degli Zelanti", is located here.
Restaurants in Acireale
1. Piazza del Duomo di Acireale
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 102 reviews
Reviewed By Whizzo040 - Catania, Italy
For sure a focal point for a relaxed stroll through Acireale. Doesn't matter if your are about to go out for dinner or finished with shopping. It's a perfect meeting place with lots of interesting buildings and people to see. Great place to be during carnival or to start your weekend visit to the market.
2. Il Faro Diving
Overall Ratings
5 based on 82 reviews
Lighthouse diving is all that a recreational diver or technical desiderare.In practice can spend your holidays in a prestigious diving center that comes from decades of experience in the field of diving.
Reviewed By Bergdiver - Switzerland
The diving center is nearby the boat. The diving guides are experienced. Equipment for rental in very good condition. People really, really nice and very helpful.
3. I Faraglioni Di Acitrezza
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 551 reviews
Reviewed By Abigail A - Paola, Malta
My second time in Acitrezza, and I must say that it won't be the last! Beautifully set and lovely place to be... Both in Winter and Summer is recommended to visit. Very clean Promenade and ample places to eat, drink and relax... Worth a visit and easy reachable both from Messina to the north and Catania to the south!
4. Etna3340
Overall Ratings
5 based on 273 reviews
Visit Mount Etna
Reviewed By grosque07 - Ankara, Turkey
I am not the person who fancy sightseeing with a guide, but after an excursion that was orginized by this agency I will have to change my mind. I had a chance to know Etna by myself a little bit by orginizing some trekking with my friend but it is not the same. The primarily thing is their knowledge though. Roberto had answered all of my questions and explained everything in a very thorough and passionate way. Definitely worth the money! Not to mention the unforgetable views and memories you will take with you.
5. Sicily Choice Tours
Overall Ratings
5 based on 67 reviews
Sicily Private Tours
Reviewed By Sarah F
Gaetano is one of a kind! His enthusiasm and professionalism is above and beyond. He was more than willing to accommodate any request and he always did it with a smile. He single handedly made the voyage through Sicily unforgettable and completely worthwhile. You will not be disappointed. He took us to the most desirable attractions and provided personal tour guides who were exceptional!! Thank you Gaetano for the trip of a lifetime!!
6. EtnaExcursion.it
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5 based on 496 reviews
We arrange excursions on the highest active volcano in Europe by jeep, hiking, skiing, helicopter, etc. Our association is a small company and all the activities proposed are characterized by a friendly and informal but equally professional. Thanks to our experience and passion will transform your trip into an exhausting day full of fun and adventure. Discounts for families.
Reviewed By Marion L
We have done the "etna grand tour" with the guide named Paolo. it was wonderful, a small group, nice food et nice point of view. Paolo knows a lot about the etna volcano. Dario who was guiding the other group was really nice too. a...MoreThank you very much!!! Regards by Paolo
7. Lido Club La Vignitta
Overall Ratings
4 based on 41 reviews
La vignitta club is a special place on the beach of Etna located in an exclusive place where enjoy and relax, it is on the rock of the sea.Beach,diving restaurant of only fresh fish and best quality of tipical sicilian food, is a club reservet to all the peaple that want enjoy Sicily.
Reviewed By Jawoodall75 - London, United Kingdom
Enjoyed a morning by the sea and an unexpectedly tasty lunch when the heavens opened. Nice and quiet midweek, great access to the sea.
8. Basilica di San Sebastiano
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4.5 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By Magellano81 - Tortona, Italy
Acireale is the most famous city for its beautiful churches, in fact it is true. I was here one evening after dinner, of course the church was already closed so I could admire it only from the outside, it was enough to understand that this beautiful baroque style church was something exceptional.
9. Dario Vaghi - Etna Excursion Naturalistic Guide
Overall Ratings
5 based on 101 reviews
I'm Dario Vaghi, with me you will live a fascinating experience, awaken your senses with colors smells and tastes of an extraordinary land, Sicily! Maybe you're looking for tours and not on the usual sightseeing tours, visit my website I am what you were looking for. Come with me with my Jeep, no more than 5 pax, we will build itinerary as you wish.If you love nature like me you'll not regret.
Reviewed By florent G - Paris, France
Fantastic family excursion with Dario and Basilio, one of our best memory in Sicily, good trip and explanations
10. Lido dei Ciclopi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 233 reviews
Reviewed By ghibesan - Washington DC, District of Columbia
Could be because we entered on a weekday - but still In August - we found a reasonably peaceful lido to hang out in for a day. No loud music or kids. Mostly families or older couples. Cost to non-residents is 10 Euro/person. Very large spaces/decks to hang out on near the water. No beach - but that is typical of this area. Very nice salt water pool - be sure to bring swim caps. Two/three places to grab food if you want, or it appears you can bring in picnic lunch.
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