OTHER DESTINATIONS
Sicily offers a rich mix of breathtaking landscapes, ancient ruins, and lively towns. Many of these must-see destinations are just a short trip from Catania, making them perfect for day excursions or two day getaways.
Here are some highlights that will make your journey unforgettable:
Acireale
A charming late-Baroque town known for its elegant palaces and baroque churches. Enjoy the cultural and lively movida of its historical centre. UNESCO site
Mount Etna
The highest active volcano in Europe. Hike its slopes, visit its caves and enjoy its height. UNESCO site
Taormina
Often called “the jewel of Sicily”: founded by the Greeks, the city still keeps the features of its further Arabic and Norman dominations. Enjoy the spectacular view from its panoramic terrace.
Alcantara Gorges
A spectacular volcanic canyon with crystal-clear rapids, waterfalls, and unique basalt rock formations. A paradise for nature lovers and adventure seekers.
Aeolian Islands
Enjoy pristine beaches, simple life and crystal-clear water at Lipari, Salina, Vulcano, Stromboli, Panarea, Alicudi, Filicudi: seven islands of volcanic origins in the Tyrrhenian Sea. UNESCO site
Villa Romana del Casale, Piazza Armerina
A Roman villa, whose mosaic floors are one of the richest, largest, and varied collections of Roman mosaics in the world. The mosaics cover about 3,500 sq metres and most of them are in excellent state of preservation. UNESCO site