Top Things to do in Province of Catania
Top 10 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Province of Catania, Sicily
Discover the best top things to do in Province of Catania, Italy including Etna Donkey Trekking, Gambino Winery, Benanti Winery, Museo del Carretto Siciliano Gullotti, Mount Etna, Castello Normanno, Basilica Catedrale Sant'Agata V.M. Catania, Palazzo Biscari, Piazza Duomo, A' Piscaria Mercato del Pesce.
Restaurants in Province of Catania
1. Etna Donkey Trekking
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 747 reviews
Spinti dalla passione per l'Etna, per il suo paesaggio e il suo ambiente naturale, e dall' amore per quel meraviglioso e dimenticato animale che e l'Asino, abbiamo deciso di sviluppare questo progetto seguendo un modello di sviluppo turistico sostenibile ed eco-compatibile, che ha come obiettivo la valorizzazione del nostro territorio, la riscoperta della cultura rurale e delle tradizioni che un tempo caratterizzavano la nostra terra. Nasce cosi Etna Donkey Trekking.A passo d'Asino per i sentieri dell'Etna, un modo nuovo per far conoscere le meraviglie di questa "montagna", in compagnia dei docili, forti, e fedeli asinelli. Essi un tempo rappresentavano il mezzo di trasporto per le popolazioni agricole e sono gli animali che meglio si adattano alle condizioni morfologiche dei percorsi naturalistici dell'Etna.
Reviewed By joelles426
We were donkey riding with our two kids (age 7 and 8). We booked the two hour trip and it was a wonderful experience. We went in the later afternoon and the landscape was so beautiful in the evening light. The kids had a lot of fun on the donkeys. They could ride without a rope, the donkeys were so calm and well-behaved there was no danger. We can recommend this trip to everyone, especially for families. Salvo is such a nice and warm person, thanks a lot for this experience!
2. Gambino Winery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 818 reviews
On the eastern side of the Etna volcano, in the woods of the National Park and facing the sea of Taormina, the Gambino vineyards are a pleasure for your senses and for your heart. A Pleasure for your sight, because they represent one of the best models of Etna vineyards of high altitude: in an exclusive natural environment, at 800 meters above sea level, the vineyards lay on sunny and airy terracing that have a breathtaking panorama. A pleasure for your sense of smell, for the unmistakable perfumes of the volcano vegetation. A pleasure for your heart, because the vineyards and wine are great passion that, for over twenty years, involves and guides the Raciti Gambino family.
Reviewed By oceaneyyes - Corona, United States
Set at the foot of Mount Etna, this winery was a great place to sample some excellent Sicilian wines. Along with our tasting, we were served some incredible nibbles (roasted peppers and eggplant, olives, a great selection of cheeses, bread, etc.) We were given several glasses of wine to taste, and each one was delicious. We were told about the history of the family vineyard and the various types of wines that Sicily produces. It was a fantastic visit!
3. Benanti Winery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 140 reviews
Benanti. The high profile of Etna. We welcome our guests to our nineteenth-century estate, at the foot of Monte Serra in Viagrande. Our mission is to offer our guests an opportunity to become ambassadors of Etna wines, creating memorable experiences that communicate our territory and its centuries-old traditions via our wines. To do this, we accompany our guests around the estate, up the slope of Mt. Serra — an ancient volcanic cone sewn with vines — to see and touch our centenary vines of Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio. From the vineyard, we visit our old and majestic Palmento to learn about local customs and the winemaking techniques of our ancestors. Your experience continues in the historical former cellar, which has been transformed into a painting collection room for our selection of oil-on-canvas portraits. The wine & culture experience culminates in one of three guided wine tasting & food pairing programs: *"Get to know Etna" *"Contrade Selection" *"Library Vintages"
Reviewed By katjop - Rochester, United States
(March 2019) This stop was one of the highlights of our two week trip around the island of Sicily. Loved this winery tour where we learned the history of wine making in Sicily and how the business is being transformed since Guiseppi Benanti gave ownership to his two sons. Who grows vineyards on the slopes of one of the most active volcanoes in the world? Those that understand it’s potential for some of the finest wines in Italy and I am sure Benanti is a recognized name in the wine world. The tour and first wine tasting began inside where there are some original wine making equipment. We were served delicious bruschetta with this tasting. After a short walk through the vineyard we sat down for an elegant, 4 course luncheon held in a room surrounded by amazing art. Food was wonderful and wine exceptional. I remember that the Nobellese (sparkling), Nerello Cappuccio Red 2016 (my favorite) and Nerello Mascalese Red 2014 were all excellent. We will definitely return on our next trip to Sicily. I think you need to call ahead for tour.
4. Museo del Carretto Siciliano Gullotti
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 58 reviews
5. Mount Etna
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11,933 reviews
Sicily's greatest natural attraction is also its highest mountain: Mount Etna, at 10,990 feet, is the most active volcano in Europe and the oldest recorded active volcano in the world.
Reviewed By frankandfeli - Switzerland, null
We had clear weather so it was not to cold the view was awsome we were not able to trekk up to the top crater due to the increased activity and safety standards but you could still hear and see the small eruptions and sulpher yellow about the top crater.The large lava fields are otherworldy the guide was great plenty of good info the bus ride was good to an open bus the guide was real helpfull around etna
6. Castello Normanno
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,012 reviews
In a corner of the most beautiful coastline of Catania, four platforms hovers above the rocks offering an elegant relax corner.
Reviewed By alexintaormina - Taormina, Italy
Awesome Castle on black lava rock cliff above the ionian sea. From here was possible see enemy from sea and from land. Today is one place don't forget to see. From the top the view is fantastic. Second my preferences it will be awesome during the storm days when the big waves hit the rock and the little drops of water nebulizer on the air making the atmosphere under the light more mystical
7. Basilica Catedrale Sant'Agata V.M. Catania
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4.5 based on 1,857 reviews
Reviewed By ArmyRangeratMIT - Wayne, United States
The city of Catania is a wonderful afternoon visit, with parking quite easy right outside the piazza… Heading towards the cathedral you see the iconic statue in the middle of the piazza that quite often symbolizes all of Sicily… Plenty of pictures can be had here and you can walk in almost any direction to find shops and stores… And of course the cathedral looks beautiful in the afternoon sun whether or not you go inside or just enjoy the beauty! Pick a spot to have a bite to eat and enjoy your glass of wine and your good luck finding a lovely afternoon in Catania!
8. Palazzo Biscari
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 459 reviews
The most important private palace in Catania and precious testimony of the Sicilian baroque. The frescoed halls, full of charm and elegance, represent a splendid setting for concerts, meetings, receptions, gala evenings, fashion shows.
Reviewed By Carolbike - White Salmon, United States
The owner is an excellent story teller about the original prince and his family, bringing the history of this well-maintained palazzo to life. It was very interesting.
9. Piazza Duomo
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4.5 based on 3,939 reviews
Reviewed By saronic - Zurich, Switzerland
Catania's Piazza del Duomo is definitely the center of the city and probably also its most beautiful square. Besides the Duomo it is surrounded by various attractive buildings like the Palazzo dei Elefanti, which on its backside touches the Piazza Università. Opposite of it, to the south, is the Seminario dei Chierici with - attached to it - the Porta Uzeda. In the center of the square is the city's symbol, a fountain with an elephant surmounted by an obelisk. There are usually plenty of people in the piazza, many obviously using it as a meeting point.
10. A' Piscaria Mercato del Pesce
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 769 reviews
Reviewed By NormanLewis - Great Torrington, United Kingdom
The daily fish-market in Catania is right behind the fountain on the edge of the Piazza Duomo and is a combination of food market and street theatre. At its centre are the many stalls selling an enormous range of fish, shell fish and cephalopods (squid, octopus, cuttlefish) many of which are not easily identified. The vendors try to out do each other with a vocal performance designed to attract customers and many people line the raised terrace above the outdoor part of the market just to watch this display. The quality of the fish is excellent - although prices can be high. but you get what you pay for. In the surrounding streets are many other stalls selling fresh fruits and vegetables; and others where butchers wield huge hatchets dismembering all sorts of meats or extremely sharp knives to slice the meats incredibly thin which seems to be the preferred cut in Sicilian cuisine. Some of the sights can be a bit off-putting to English sensibilities – especially the vast amounts of offal – but that’s the joy of experiencing other cultures. Highly recommend a visit - in fact, we detoured through the fish market even on days when we didn’t need to buy anything, just for the sights and sounds of an excellent market.
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