Baroque Catania between fire, lava stone, and holiness

Sicily, Italy
Duration2h 25m
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LanguagesItalian
Group sizeUp to 13 travelers

Overview

Visit the city like a local, discovering little-known legends and curiosities while admiring the splendid Sicilian Baroque of the city

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Meals

What to expect

  1. Piazza del Duomo
    15m
    We visit the square and discover all its monuments, from the Elephant Palace to the Clergy Master class. Time for the photos
  2. Fontana dell'Elefante
    15m
    In-depth look at the symbol of the city of Catania with a story of legends and traditions linked to the figure of the elephant
  3. Basilica Cattedrale di Sant'Agata VM
    25m
    Exterior and interior visit of the church with explanation. In particular, inside we visit: the seventeenth-century sacristy with the painting of the eruption of Etna in 1669, the tomb of Vincenzo Bellini, and the Blessed Cardinal Dusmet. The monumental chapel of Sant'Agata cannot be missed, with an explanation of the saint's life and the festival celebrated in Catania in her honor. Time for the photos
  4. Fontana dell'Amenano
    10m
    We admire the Carrara marble fountain on the southern side of Piazza Duomo, highlighting the link between the Amenano and Etna rivers. Quick look at the picturesque fish market behind the fountain
  5. 10m
    Explanation of the palaces around the Square, among which is the Belliniano Museum
  6. Via dei Crociferi
    15m
    Let's walk together along the evocative Via Crociferi, a world heritage site in Catania. Tale of a legend connected to the road. Time for the photos
  7. Chiesa Sant'Agata la Vetere
    10m
    We visit the Church where the primitive memory of the first tomb of Saint Agatha is kept. Time for the photos
  8. Piazza Dante Alighieri
    10m
    Explanation of the square and its monuments, namely the Benedictine Monastery and remains of Romans Bath
  9. Chiesa Di San Nicolo L'arena
    15m
    We visit together the largest church in Sicily, in Piazza Dante, with its sundial and military shrine. Time for the photos
  10. Pass by
    Street that ends with the splendid view of the Baroque of the Duomo of Catania
  11. Via Etnea
    5m
    View of Etna, explanation of the most famous route in Catania
  12. Piazza Universita
    15m
    We admire the square and tell the story of the four bronze candelabra that present allegories of Catania and Sicilian myths. Finally, a look at the University Palace. Time for the photos. Final greetings

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Duomo Square, near Elephant Fountain, Catania

End point

We all get there together, it's the last stop of the tour

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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